Tenders are invited for International Consultant - Diagnostic Studies on Agricultural Cooperatives in Senegal. Closing Date: 8 Mar 2026 Type: Consultancy Coopermondo Association for International Development Cooperation is in the process of selecting an International Consultant expert in diagnostic studies and institutional analysis of agricultural cooperatives to be integrated into its activities in Senegal (Dakar, Thiès, Kaolack and Tambacounda regions). Duration: 3 months (60 business days, including fieldwork, data analysis, and report writing.) Type of contract: Consultancy Application deadline: 08/03/2026 Start date: March 2026 Background Coopermondo, an NGO of the Confcooperative system Confederation of Italian Cooperatives, works to promote the cooperative model as a lever for sustainable economic and social development, with particular attention to the empowerment of women and youth. Through international cooperation projects, Coopermondo supports economic inclusion, the creation of decent jobs and the strengthening of local actors through training, technical assistance and institutional strengthening of cooperatives. As part of the project "Training, Dignity, Inclusion and Innovation: Keys to Sustainable Economic Growth in Senegal" (AID 013244/06/2), funded by the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS) and implemented with international and local partners, Coopermondo intervenes to support the formalization and strengthening of agricultural cooperatives, especially womens cooperatives, in the regions of Dakar, Thiès, Kaolack and Tambacounda. Senegals agricultural sector plays a central role in the national economy and food security, and agricultural cooperatives are key players in production, processing and marketing, while contributing to the economic empowerment of rural women. However, many cooperatives face structural and institutional constraints, particularly in terms of governance, access to markets, financing and legal formalization. In order to analyze the existing situation and identify the main obstacles to their formalization and development, diagnostic studies will be conducted in the targeted regions. To this end, the project provides for the recruitment of an international consultant to carry out these studies. Mission objectives Map existing agricultural cooperatives in the regions of Dakar, Thiès, Kaolack and Tambacounda; Analyze the organizational, legal and economic characteristics of cooperatives, with a focus on those led or composed of a majority of women; Identify constraints and obstacles to the legal formalization of cooperatives (regulatory framework, costs, procedures, internal capacities, etc.); Assess capacity-building needs (management, governance, access to finance, access to markets, etc.); Formulate operational recommendations to facilitate the formalization and strengthening of agricultural cooperatives, particularly womens cooperatives. The mission will cover the four regions of Dakar, Thiès, Kaolack and Tambacounda. Field trips are planned in each of the regions concerned. Methodology The consultant will propose a detailed methodology including, but not limited to: Document review (public policies, legal frameworks, existing studies, etc.); Collection of qualitative and quantitative data (semi-structured interviews, focus groups, questionnaires, etc.); Meetings with agricultural cooperatives, local authorities, decentralized technical services and civil society organizations; Comparative analysis between regions and between formalized and non-formalized cooperatives. The methodology will have to be validated by the Project Manager before the actual start of field activities. Expected deliverables The consultant will be expected to produce the following deliverables: Inception Report including detailed methodology, timeline and data collection tools; Regional diagnostic reports (one per region); Consolidated Final Report, including: Cross-sectional analysis of results; Identification of the main obstacles to formalization; Conclusions and operational recommendations. Consultant Profile REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS University degree (minimum Bac+3) in economics, agronomy, rural development, social sciences or a related field; Proven experience in conducting diagnostic studies and/or institutional analyses in the agricultural sector; Good knowledge of the dynamics of agricultural cooperatives and the issues related to their formalization in West Africa; Excellent command of French, with strong analytical and writing skills. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience working with womens cooperatives and/or rural womens organizations; Knowledge of local languages and/or Italian. Contractual and financial terms The consultant will be recruited as an individual consultant by an Italian entity. The consultant will be fully responsible for the payment of his/her taxes and social security contributions in his/her country of residence, in accordance with the national legislation in force. No tax deductions will be made by the Sponsor. Supervision and coordination The consultant will work under the supervision of the Project Manager and in coordination with the designated local partners. Regular follow-up meetings will be held to ensure the quality and progress of the work. How to apply Interested candidates are invited to submit their application by 08/03/2026, by sending to the
[email protected] address: a detailed curriculum vitae, including 3 reference contacts; a cover letter. Please specify in the subject line of your email: Application - International Consultant - Name and First Name, in order to facilitate the identification of your application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. COOPERMONDO reserves the right to close the selection process prematurely in the event of a favourable outcome. Only CVs accompanied by the authorisation for the processing of personal data, in accordance with Art. 13 of Legislative Decree 196/2003 and art. 6(1)(a) of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR), will be taken into consideration, for the purposes of this selection and for possible future employment opportunities. How to apply Application procedures https://www.coopermondo.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/TdR-Consultante-Internationale-Etudes-Diagnostiques-fr.pdf Interested candidates are invited to submit their application by 08/03/2026, by sending to the
[email protected] address: a detailed curriculum vitae, including 3 reference contacts; a cover letter. Please specify in the subject line of your email: Application - International Consultant - Name and First Name, in order to facilitate the identification of your application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. COOPERMONDO reserves the right to close the selection process prematurely in the event of a favourable outcome. Only CVs accompanied by the authorisation for the processing of personal data, in accordance with Art. 13 of Legislative Decree 196/2003 and art. 6(1)(a) of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR), will be taken into consideration, for the purposes of this selection and for possible future employment opportunities. [Disclaimer: The above text is machine translated. For accurate information kindly refer the original document.] Tender Link : https://reliefweb.int/job/4198833/consultante-internationale-etudes-diagnostiques-sur-les-cooperatives-agricoles-au-senegal
