The Knowledge for World Conservation (KWC) is inviting qualified and experienced consultants to apply for a consultancy to support the development of a Five-Year Strategic Plan for Women in Timber Ghana Association (WiTG).
WiTG is a fast-growing national association of women entrepreneurs and professionals in Ghana’s timber and wood sector. Since its establishment in 2022, the Association has expanded its membership nationwide, strengthened women’s leadership in the forest sector, promoted sustainable forestry, and contributed actively to reforestation, policy dialogue, and responsible timber trade.
As WiTG’s visibility and influence continue to grow, the Association is seeking expert support to define a clear strategic direction for the next five years.
About the Consultancy
The assignment will support WiTG to develop a comprehensive, practical, and forward-looking Five-Year Strategic Plan. The plan will consolidate past achievements, strengthen institutional capacity, and position WiTG as a key actor in forest governance, sustainable timber trade, climate resilience, and biodiversity conservation in Ghana.
This consultancy forms part of the Forest Governance, Markets and Climate (FGMC) Phase II project titled “Advancing Good Forest and Mineral Governance to Reduce the Contribution of Timber Trade and Mining to Deforestation in Ghana, Liberia, and Cameroon.” The project is supported with funds from the UK International Development (UKID), and with implementing support from the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). It is implemented by a consortium of four organizations led by Nature for Development Foundation (NDF), with Knowledge for World Conservation (KWC) as one of the implementing partners. KWC is responsible for supporting WiTG to develop its first 5-year Strategic Plan.
Scope of Work
The consultant will work closely with KWC and WiTG:
- Review relevant background documents and sector reports
- Facilitate consultative and brainstorming sessions with WiTG leadership
- Conduct a strategic analysis of the Association’s strengths, gaps, and opportunities
- Develop a clear and actionable Five-Year Strategic Plan
- Integrate key themes such as women’s leadership, responsible timber trade, forest legality (FLEGT), EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), climate and biodiversity, partnerships, and financial sustainability
- Present, validate, and finalize the Strategic Plan
- Support member sensitization on the approved strategy, where applicable
Duration and Level of Effort
The assignment will require up to 21 working days spread over a maximum period of nine (9) calendar months. Professional fees are attractive and negotiable, in line with KWC’s contracting procedures.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Applicants should have:
- A minimum of a Master’s degree in a relevant field
- At least five (5) years’ experience in strategic planning or organizational development
- Proven experience working with civil society organizations, forest sector actors, or gender-focused associations
- Knowledge of forest governance, sustainable timber trade, climate and biodiversity issues
- Strong facilitation, analytical, and writing skills
- Evidence of at least two similar completed assignments
How to Apply
Interested consultants should submit:
- A letter of interest demonstrating suitability for the assignment
- A comprehensive CV
- Evidence of similar work, including at least one strategic plan
- Contact details of two professional referees
Submit applications to: [admin@kwcgh.org, with a copy to gustavadu@gmail.com]
Subject line: EOI: Five-Year Strategic Plan for Women in Timber Ghana Association
Deadline for applications: Monday, 9 February 2026.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. All enquiries should be directed to admin@kwcgh.org
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