Tenders are invited for Consultancy for Governance Strengthening and Risk Management System Development for RDFL. Closing Date: Friday, 19. Jun 2026 Intervention Sector(s): Advocacy & Awareness, Gender issues Remuneration range: 1000 to 2000 (USD) Duration of Contract: 3 months 1. Background RDFL is implementing an institutional capacity strengthening plan with support from Diakonia to enhance its governance systems, organizational accountability, strategic oversight, and sustainability. As part of this initiative, RDFL seeks to strengthen its governance framework through a participatory assessment of current governance arrangements, clarification of governance structures and responsibilities, and institutionalization of Board-level risk oversight mechanisms. The organization also aims to improve Board effectiveness and ensure that governance systems are aligned with good practices applicable to feminist, humanitarian, and development organizations. To support this process, RDFL is seeking a qualified consultant or consultancy firm with demonstrated expertise in NGO governance, organizational development, and institutional risk management. 2. Purpose of the Consultancy The purpose of this consultancy is to support RDFL in assessing, strengthening, and institutionalizing its governance and risk management systems through: Conducting a participatory governance assessment; Developing an updated governance framework and structure; Establishing Board-level risk oversight and reporting mechanisms; Strengthening Board and management capacity on governance and risk oversight. 3. Objectives of the Consultancy Specific Objectives Conduct a participatory organizational governance and structure assessment involving the Board and senior management. Identify governance strengths, gaps, accountability challenges, and organizational risks. Develop and validate an updated governance framework, including governance structures, committees, roles, responsibilities, and Terms of Reference (ToRs). Develop and institutionalize a Board-level risk oversight and reporting mechanism integrated into governance and decision-making processes. Strengthen the capacity of Board members and senior management on governance responsibilities, strategic oversight, and risk management. 4. Scope of Work and Tasks The consultant will undertake the following tasks: Phase 1: Governance and Organizational Assessment Review existing organizational and governance documents, including: Organizational structure; Existing policies and procedures; Board and committee ToRs; Strategic plans and governance-related documents; Existing risk management practices and reporting systems. Design and facilitate a participatory 2-day governance assessment workshop with Board members and senior management. Conduct key informant interviews and consultations where necessary. Assess: Governance effectiveness; Decision-making structures; Accountability and reporting mechanisms; Board-management relations; Committee functionality; Governance-related risks and gaps. Produce an assessment report summarizing findings, strengths, gaps, and recommendations. Phase 2: Governance Framework Development Develop an updated governance framework for RDFL, while ensuring that the proposed governance models reflect feminist leadership principles, balancing robust compliance and risk mitigation with power sharing and collective accountability. Propose or revise: Governance structure; Board composition and functions; Board committees and mandates; Governance reporting lines; Decision-making and accountability mechanisms. Develop or update: Board Terms of Reference; Committee ToRs; Roles and responsibilities matrix; Governance-related procedures where needed. Develop a clear delegation of authority matrix explicitly defining the boundaries, decision-making thresholds, and separation of duties between board strategic oversight and the executive directors operational management. Facilitate validation meetings/workshops with the Board and management team. Finalize governance framework documents based on feedback. Phase 3: Risk Oversight and Governance Risk Management System Develop a Board-level risk oversight and reporting framework. Support RDFL in identifying and categorizing organizational risks, including: Strategic risks; Operational risks; Financial risks; Safeguarding and reputational risks; Compliance and donor-related risks. Develop practical governance risk management tools, including: Organizational risk register; Risk matrix/dashboard; Risk reporting templates; Risk escalation and mitigation procedures. Develop recommendations for integrating risk oversight into Board meetings and governance processes. Institutionalize risk oversight as a standing governance agenda item. Formulate fast-track governance protocols and risk-escalation pathways for humanitarian/emergency response contexts to ensure compliance does not compromise operational agility. Phase 4: Capacity Strengthening and Orientation Conduct orientation and capacity strengthening sessions for Board members and senior management on: Governance roles and responsibilities; Strategic oversight; Accountability systems; Risk oversight and reporting; Good governance practices for NGOs and feminist organizations. Provide practical guidance on operationalizing the developed governance framework and risk management system. 5. Expected Deliverables Deliverable Expected Timeline -Facilitated 2-day governance assessment workshop June 2026 -Governance assessment report with findings and recommendations July 2026 -Draft governance framework package July 2026 -Final validated governance framework and ToRs, and an interactive quick reference governance manual for rapid onboarding of new board July 2026 members -Draft Board-level risk oversight and reporting mechanism August 2026 -Final risk oversight system and tools package (including an automated August 2026 excel risk matrix/dashboard for quarterly reporting) -Final consultancy report August 2026 6. Methodology The consultant is expected to apply participatory, inclusive, and organizational development approaches throughout the assignment. The methodology should include: Desk review; Participatory facilitation techniques; Governance self-assessment methodologies; Key informant interviews; Validation workshops; Capacity strengthening and coaching approaches. The consultant shall ensure confidentiality, neutrality, and meaningful engagement of Board members and management throughout the process. 7. Duration of the Assignment The consultancy is expected to take place between June and August 2026. The consultant is expected to propose a realistic timeline and level of effort in the technical proposal. 8. Reporting and Coordination The consultant will report directly to the Executive Director and coordinate closely with the Board and relevant organizational focal points. 9. Required Qualifications and Experience The consultant or consultancy firm should possess: Advanced degrees in organizational development, governance, management, law, public administration, social sciences, or related fields; Minimum 7 years of demonstrated experience in governance strengthening and institutional development for NGOs/CSOs; Proven experience in: Governance framework development; Board development and governance systems; Organizational risk management systems; Facilitation of governance and strategic workshops. Strong understanding of NGO accountability and governance standards; Experience working with feminist organizations, humanitarian organizations, or civil society organizations is highly desirable; Excellent facilitation, analytical, and report-writing skills; Fluency in English and Arabic. 10. Ethical Standards and Confidentiality The consultant shall adhere to the highest ethical and professional standards throughout the assignment, including: Maintaining confidentiality of organizational information and discussions; Applying participatory and respectful facilitation approaches; Ensuring neutrality and transparency; Respecting RDFLs organizational values and safeguarding principles; Applying a conflict-sensitive and Do No Harm approach. 11.Selection Criteria Applications will be evaluated based on: Relevant technical experience and qualifications; Quality and feasibility of proposed methodology; Demonstrated governance and risk management expertise; Facilitation and organizational development experience; Financial competitiveness How to apply 1. Required Documents: Interested consultants/firms are requested to submit: Technical proposal including methodology and workplan; Financial proposal; Updated CV(s); Samples of similar previous assignments; At least two references from previous clients. MOF document Only complete submissions received on time and fully compliant with the technical specifications and deliverables will be evaluated. 2. Submission Deadline: All applications must be submitted no later than June 19, 2026. 3. Application Submission: Interested candidates are invited to submit their proposal to:
[email protected] 4. Validity: Your proposal shall remain valid for 90 days following the submission deadline. This validity period should be clearly stated in the financial proposal. Tender Link : https://daleel-madani.org/civil-society-directory/lebanese-women-democratic-gathering-rdfl/calls/consultancy-governance-strengthening-and-risk-management-system-development-rdfl
