Sustainable Animal and Aquatic Foods Exchange Visit

Contract Type: ConsultancyContract Dates: From 22 July to 15 November, 2026Deadline for Applications: 18 July 2026 before 11:59 PM CETThe Sustainable Animal and Aquatic Foods (SAAF) Science Program is one of thirteen in the CGIAR 2025-2030 Research Portfolio. By uniting livestock and aquatic systems in a single program, SAAF addresses shared pressures—rising demand, climate vulnerability, degraded ecosystems, and food safety risks—through coordinated, context-specific innovations. Unlike siloed approaches, SAAF links cutting-edge productivity enhancing, One Health, climate-smart, and digital innovations with inclusive market systems and gender-responsive strategies. SAAF science directly serves smallholder producers, other value chain actors and consumers, especially women and youth, and informs policymakers and investors seeking to scale equitable, nutrient-dense, low-emission food systems adapted to local realities.The Sustainable Animal and Aquatic Foods (SAAF) Science Program invites applications from qualified consultants to design, coordinate, and facilitate an Africa–Asia exchange visit focused on livestock and aquaculture systems.This initiative aims to strengthen South–South learning and collaboration by bringing together farmers, government officials, researchers, and development partners from Africa and Asia to exchange knowledge, innovations, and best practices.The exchange will involve approximately 12 participants from:Africa: Kenya and EthiopiaAsia: Bangladesh and VietnamThe program will include reciprocal visits:Africa-to-Asia (Bangladesh or Vietnam)Asia-to-Africa (Kenya or Ethiopia)Objective: . The selected consultant will lead the overall coordination of the exchange program to:Design a comprehensive exchange program and implementation planCoordinate participant selection and engagementManage logistics for both exchange visitsFacilitate interactions with host institutions and stakeholdersDocument lessons learned and support knowledge-sharing outputsEnsure effective communication and visibility Key responsibilities:The consultant will be responsible for the following: Program DesignDevelop a detailed concept and implementation plan Define learning objectives and expected outcomes for the visitsDesign detailed itineraries for both exchange visitsIdentify and coordinate host institutions and field sitesPropose criteria for participant selection Stakeholder EngagementLiaise with national and regional partnersCoordinate with government agencies, research institutions, and private sector actorsOrganize preparatory meetings and briefings Participant SelectionDevelop selection criteria and nomination processesSupport identification of participants, including: Farmers (aquaculture and livestock)Government officialsSAAF representativesLogistics CoordinationArrange travel, accommodation, and local transportFacilitate visa processesOrganize field visits and meetingsEnsure safety and duty-of-care compliance Knowledge Management & CommunicationsDevelop a communication and visibility planSupport documentation (photos, videos, testimonials)Produce learning briefs and final report Facilitation & ReportingFacilitate exchange sessions and daily debriefsDocument lessons learned and recommendationsDevelop post-exchange action and dissemination plansDeliverables:The consultant is expected to deliver:Inception report and workplan - Within 5 days of contract startExchange concept and implementation plan - Within 10 daysParticipant selection framework - Within 15 daysDetailed itinerary and logistics plan - Within 15 daysCommunication and visibility plan - Within 20 daysDaily briefs during visits – In OctoberDraft and final exchange visit reports– In OctoberPost-exchange scaling and dissemination plan– In NovemberKey competencies:Advanced degree in agriculture, aquaculture, livestock production, rural development, international development, or related fields. All applications must be submitted online by clicking the 'Apply' button below before 11:59 PM CET on 18 July 2026. If you require assistance or face challenges in submitting your application, please email smo-bidding@cgiar.org with the position title in the subject line. Applications submitted through smo-bidding@cgiar.org will NOT be accepted.Please ensure your resume and cover letter are in English and does not contain your marital status, age, or photograph. Documents provided in a language other than English will not be considered. CGIAR is committed to fair, safe, and inclusive workplaces. We believe that diversity powers our innovation, contributes to our excellence, and is critical for our mission. We offer a multi-cultural, multi-color, multi-generational, and multi-disciplinary, collegial working environment. We consciously create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character and commitment to gender equity. 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