Consultant to Develop a Risk Mitigation Policy

Introduction

The Palestinian Farmers’ Union (PFU) in partnership with NPA, are implementing a project titled “Civil Society to Increase Food Security and Reduce Hunger 2023” which aims to build the resilience of small-scale farmers and livestock breeders who have been impacted by a layer of challenges, including risk of confiscation by Israeli occupation authorities, COVID-19, the Russia-Ukraine war. Through the project, PFU seeks to contribute to the income generation and food security of vulnerable farming families and livestock breeders through direct assistance to improve and protect their livelihoods.

There are two inter-related outcomes that will be targeted: (1) Enhanced livelihoods and strengthened presence on land of small-scale farmers and livestock breeders through the provision of seeds for resilience and agricultural inputs/ tools/equipment, (2) Strengthened CS has the capacity to better implement projects that increase food security, reduce hunger, and address the climate change crisis. 

Background

PFU is a dynamic organization that is committed to the sustainable development of agriculture, small-scale farmers, and vulnerable communities. With a focus on enhancing livelihoods, defending farmers’ rights, and fostering community resilience, PFU has been actively engaged in implementing various projects and programs for the benefit of vulnerable small-scale farmers.

Through PFU’s work in the agricultural sector, we recognize the diverse challenge and opportunities inherent in our projects. These challenges include but are not limited to climate uncertainties, market fluctuations, resource constraints, and socio-economic vulnerabilities faced by small-scale farmers.

Acknowledging the importance of proactive risk management, PFU is seeking a qualified consultant to develop a comprehensive Risk Mitigation Policy. This policy will not only strengthen our organizational resilience but will also ensure the sustainability and success of our projects and programs.

Purpose of the Consultancy

This consultancy aims to empower PFU with a tailored Risk Mitigation Policy that aligns seamlessly with the organization's mission and the specific challenges faced in agricultural development projects. The consultant will work closely with key stakeholders to ensure that the policy not only reflects international best practices but is also contextualized to the realities of small-scale farmers and the agricultural sector.

Please submit the proposal (separate technical & financial offer) and requested documents by inhaled envelopes to the Palestinian Farmers Union headquarters (al-Bireh, close to the representative office of the Netherlands) no later than the 20th of December 2023

For more details, kindly check the enclosed TOR

For any questions, feel free to contact PFU at: 02 240 0792 or [email protected]