RFP: Operational and Program Support

IBI is seeking a consultant junior for a 3-month period, beginning in January 2025, to provide operational and program support to ensure the efficient execution of its projects and initiatives.

About the Organization

International Biochar Initiative (IBI) is a global platform for fostering stakeholder collaboration, good industry practices, and environmental and ethical standards to support safe and economically viable biochar systems. With over 650 members based in 70 countries, IBI members include carbon markets, biochar producers, biochar users, technology innovators, researchers, and other non-profit organizations.

IBI provides a platform for the global biochar industry, government, nonprofit leaders, and other key stakeholders to:

  • Stay informed on the latest biochar research and practices.
  • Gain education and case studies on biochar production, use, and regulatory good practices.
  • Connect and co-collaborate with partners to develop local biochar projects, research, and country action plans.

Scope of Work

IBI is seeking a consultant junior for a 3-month period, beginning in January 2025, to provide operational and program support to ensure the efficient execution of its projects and initiatives. The consultant will assist with various responsibilities across membership services, project support, event logistics, and admin/organizational tasks.


Key Responsibilities

Membership Services

  • Prepare and track membership reports.
  • Conduct outreach to pending and expired members.
  • Update and maintain the membership tracking spreadsheet.

Project Support and Operations

  • Support day-to-day project operations.
  • Map stakeholders for various IBI initiatives.
  • Create and manage project databases.
  • Assist in prepare project updates and reports.

Event and Logistics Coordination

  • Provide logistical support for IBI events, such as webinars, Biochar Academies and Study Tours.
  • Coordinate event planning tasks.

Administrative and Organizational Support

  • Develop and maintain a structured digital folder system.
  • Assist with miscellaneous administrative tasks as needed.

Development and Funding Support

  • Conduct preliminary research on funding opportunities.
  • Assist in drafting grant proposals and project concept notes.
  • Assist in preparing reports for donors and stakeholders.

Deliverables

  • Monthly activity reports summarizing tasks and progress.

Submission Requirements and Timeline

Cover letter, CV and proposals, should be emailed to info@biochar-international.org no later than December 23, 2024.