Development of a Methodology for Societal Peacebuilding Through Economic Resilience and Livelihoods
Initiative Africa (IA) invites qualified consulting firms, research institutions, think tanks, universities, civil society organizations, and consortiums to submit Expressions of Interest (EOI) for the development of an innovative methodology aimed at strengthening societal peacebuilding through economic resilience, livelihood creation, and the delivery of essential goods and services.
The assignment seeks to develop a practical and evidence-based framework that demonstrates how economic opportunities, local investment, entrepreneurship, market systems, and community-based service delivery can contribute to social cohesion, stability, and peaceful coexistence in fragile and conflict-affected settings.
The selected firm or organization will be expected to:
- Review international and African experiences and best practices;
- Develop a conceptual and operational methodology;
- Identify pathways linking economic resilience and peacebuilding outcomes;
- Propose implementation, monitoring, and learning frameworks;
- Facilitate stakeholder consultations and validation processes.
Interested organizations should demonstrate:
- Proven experience in peacebuilding, economic development, livelihoods, or social cohesion programming;
- Strong research and analytical capacity;
- Experience working in fragile or conflict-affected environments;
- Familiarity with African development contexts.
Interested applicants are invited to submit:
- Organizational profile;
- Relevant experience and references;
- Brief statement of approach and interest;
- Key personnel and qualifications.
Submission Deadline: [Insert Date]
Expressions of Interest should be submitted electronically to:
Initiative Africa (IA)
Email: [Insert Email Address]
Subject Line: EOI – Peacebuilding Methodology Development
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Initiative Africa is committed to equal opportunity and encourages applications from qualified national, regional, and international organizations.
