The Consortium would like to invite interested and qualified consultancy firms / individual contractors to undertake the review of its existing Strategic Plan, Procurement Manual, and Resource Mobilization Strategy to ensure efficient and effective running of its program operations. The objectives, detailed scope, timelines, and other terms, etc. for the assignment are outlined in subsequent parts of this document.

Consortium of Ethiopian Human Rights Organizations (CEHRO) Consultancy Service to Review Procurement Manual September 2026 Addis Ababa Background Consortium of Ethiopian Human Rights Organizations (CEHRO) is a local network of CSOs registered on March 16th , 2018, by the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Authority for Civil Societies Organizations in accordance with the new Civil Societies Proclamation No. 1113/2019 with registration number 3932. CEHRO aims to ensure the existence of an enabling environment for human rights and democratic governance and to create a platform for strong and vibrant human rights CSOs for the realization of human rights and democratic values in Ethiopia. Currently, CEHRO has 27 active member CSOs from different regions. Since its establishment in 2018, CEHRO has conducted several strategic activities that benefited its member organizations and can contribute toward the realization of the collective CEHRO’s vision. The Consortium would like to invite interested and qualified consultancy firms / individual contractors to undertake the review of its existing Strategic Plan, Procurement Manual, and Resource Mobilization Strategy to ensure efficient and effective running of its program operations. The objectives, detailed scope, timelines, and other terms, etc. for the assignment are outlined in subsequent parts of this document. Objectives and Scope of Assignment The objective of this manual is to review the existed Procurement and store management policy and procedure, which helps for the efficient and economic utilization of resources available to CEHRO, with optimum internal control system which enables the safeguarding of resources from misuse and ensuring efficient, quality and timely procurement information system. Activities and Expected Deliverables The following tasks are for the consultants/firm to complete, and the anticipated deliverables are listed below: A separate and independently revised and customized procurement policy and procedural manual While the consultant/firm is expected to review the above-mentioned document, he/she will also: Primary Review ToR and other applicable documents to propose the assignment framework methodology and data collection tools to lead to strategy preparation Inception report. Review CEHRO’s existing manual, other relevant policies and procedures, and best practices and standards of similar CSOs as related to the above-mentioned documents Customize the Procurement Manual, and Incorporate CEHRO’s feedback on the draft documents and submit the finalized one. Timeframe The duration of the consultancy period and/or the document development process is an estimated 10 days (calendar days) from the date of signing the agreement. Job Requirement Education: Master’s Degree, Human Resource management, Business Administration, Law, Accounting and Finance, or in related field of study with relevant work experience. Experience: The service provider should demonstrate professional contribution and direct engagement in the preparation/review of similar policies, manuals, and organizational systems and the lessons they have drawn from these engagements. The service provider is required to have good analytical, coherent, clear documentation/report writing skills, good communication and facilitation skills, and proficiency in English and Amharic. The service provider needs to have an in-depth knowledge and understanding and proven experience preferably in dealing with internal controlling system and in related topics. The consultant should be able to attach proof of document (references) from at least three previous employers regarding similar experience. General Conditions The selected service provider will be required to give an undertaking to keep the information/documents obtained during the course of the assignment confidential. Without the prior written consent and approval of CEHRO, the invited service provider shall not assign or outsource the work to be undertaken by her/him under this TOR, nor shall she/he invite other consultants on his behalf or to compete on their own. CEHRO reserves the right to accept, reject, or negotiate any or all bid documents received in response to this request, as well as to negotiate with all qualified sources or to cancel, reject, alter, modify, or amend in part or in whole if doing so is in CEHRO’s best interest. How to Apply: Interested consultants/service providers who meet the above criteria should submit an updated capability statement (for businesses) or a curriculum vitae (for individuals); A profile of the consultant firm, copies of registration and renewed trade licenses, TIN, and VAT Registration certificate must be attached by registered firms. A maximum 5-page technical proposal with the required methodology and data collection tools lead to manuals review and clear deliverables document Structure. A maximum 2-page separate financial proposal with the total fees for the assignment in Ethiopian Birr for the entire duration of the consultancy with sufficient details such as the total daily professional fee rate. The total cost shall include all expenses proposed by itemizing in detail and inclusive of all taxes. Both financial and technical Proposals should be submitted to CEHRO via email: [email protected] within seven (7) days of this announcement.