DEADLINE: 16TH APRIL, 2026
TERRE DES HOMMES (TDH)
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR CONSULTANCY FOR GRANT, PROPOSAL WRITING, PROJECT DEVELOPMENT, AND FUNDRAISING TRAINING
Background
Terre des hommes (Tdh) works closely with local partner organizations to strengthen institutional capacity, sustainability, and local ownership of development and humanitarian interventions. A key capacity gap identified among partners is limited expertise in grant acquisition, proposal development, project design, and diversified fundraising.
To address this gap, Tdh seeks the services of a qualified consultant to deliver a comprehensive capacity-strengthening training for partner organizations focused on grant and proposal writing, project development, and fundraising strategies, enabling partners to mobilize resources independently and sustainably.
Purpose of the Consultancy
The purpose of this consultancy is to build the technical capacity of Tdh-supported partners to design high-quality projects, develop competitive funding proposals, and implement effective fundraising strategies aligned with donor priorities and community needs.
Training Objectives
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
(1) Understand the donor funding landscape (institutional, foundations, private sector, and philanthropic donors).
(2) Develop strong project concepts aligned with donor priorities and community needs.
(3) Apply structured project development approaches, including problem analysis, Theory of Change, and LogFrame design.
(4) Write clear, compelling, and compliant grant proposals.
(5) Develop realistic budgets and supporting narratives.
(6) Identify and apply diversified fundraising strategies beyond traditional grants.
(7) Improve proposal review, quality assurance, and submission readiness.
(8) Scope of Work
The consultant will be responsible for:
(1) Conducting a brief pre-training needs assessment.
(2) Designing a context-specific training curriculum and agenda.
(3) Delivering participatory, hands-on training sessions covering:
(1) Overview of the donor and funding landscape.
(2) Project identification and concept note development.
(3) Problem analysis, stakeholder analysis, and Theory of Change.
(4) Logical Framework and results-based design.
(5) Proposal structure and donor compliance requirements.
(6) Budget development and budget narrative writing.
(7) Fundraising strategies (institutional, community-based, private sector).
(8) Partnership building and consortium approaches.
(9) Proposal review, quality control, and submission processes.
(4) Facilitating group work, simulations, and practical writing exercises.
(5) Supporting participants to draft or improve real concept notes or proposals.
(6) Providing post-training recommendations for organizational fundraising improvement.
(7) Training Duration and Structure
The training will be delivered over five (5) full days, structured as follows:
(1) Day 1: Donor Landscape, Funding Opportunities, Project Identification
(2) Day 2: Project Design – Problem Analysis, Theory of Change, LogFrame
(3) Day 3: Proposal Writing – Structure, Narratives, Donor Compliance
(4) Day 4: Budgeting, Costing, Financial Narratives, Fundraising Strategies
(5) Day 5: Proposal Review, Quality Assurance, Pitching, Action Planning
(6) Deliverables
The consultant will provide:
(1) Pre-training assessment summary
(2) Detailed training agenda and curriculum
(3) Training materials (slides, templates, proposal samples, exercises)
(4) Delivery of 5 full days of training
(5) Draft concept notes or proposal outputs developed by participants
(6) Post-training evaluation analysis
(7) Final training report with recommendations
(8) Consultant Qualifications
The consultant must have:
(1) At least 5 -7 years of experience in grant management, proposal writing, or fundraising in development/humanitarian contexts.
(2) Proven track record of successful donor-funded proposals.
(3) Strong knowledge of donor requirements (UN, EU, USAID, foundations, etc.).
(4) Demonstrated experience delivering capacity-building trainings.
(5) Excellent facilitation, writing, and analytical skills.
(6) Logistics and Support
Tdh will provide:
(1) Training venue and logistics
(2) Participant mobilization and coordination
(3) Printing of training materials
(4) Stationery and equipment
(5) Administrative support
(6) Duration and Work Structure
The assignment will run for (5) days, from 25 to 29 May 2026, structured as follows:
(1) Day 1: Initial assessment, administrative preparation, and finalization of training arrangements.
(2) Days 2: 5 Full delivery of Grant, Proposal Writing, Project Development, and Fundraising Training
(3) Final Day: Development of the training report and submission of all administrative and required documentation.
Method of Application
Interested consultants should submit:
- Technical proposal outlining approach and methodology
- Financial proposal
- Updated CV with evidence of similar assignments
- At least two professional references
- Certificate of Incorporation (CAC Certificate): Proof of legal business registration in Nigeria (if applying as a company).
- Tax Identification Number (TIN): Proof of tax compliance (if applying as an Individual).
- Tax Clearance Certificate: Proof of tax compliance (if applying as a company).
- Valid Means of Identification: National Identity Card, Driver’s License, or International Passport.
- SCUML Registration Certificate: Evidence of registration under anti–money laundering and counter-terrorism financing regulations applicable to designated non-financial institutions (if applying as a company).
Applications should be submitted by sending all required documents as a single file to nga.tenders@tdh.org by 16 April 2026 by 5pm. Late submissions will automatically be disqualified.
This ToR may be updated to reflect evolving programmatic needs.
