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Position Title: Consultant - Programme Design for Frontier Tech Hub
Location: Remote
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Deadline Date: 8th November 23:59 UK time

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
Results for Development (R4D) is a prominent non-profit Global Development partner established to collaborate with change agents worldwide, including government officials, civil society leaders, and social innovators. The organization focuses on creating robust systems that support healthy and educated populations. R4D combines global expertise in health, education, and Nutrition with analytical rigor, practical decision-making support, and access to peer problem-solving networks. Their mission is to build self-sustaining systems that deliver lasting results and share learnings to help others achieve development goals. R4D emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion within its work culture, fostering a collaborative, creative, and entrepreneurial environment. The organization operates in multiple countries and employs a diverse workforce committed to advancing its mission through innovative solutions.

Job Overview:
The Frontier Tech Hub (FT Hub) is a collaborative initiative working with the UK Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) at the intersection of technology, innovation, and international development. The FT Hub is currently transitioning from its second phase of programming (FT2) to a new phase (FT3) and seeks an experienced consultant to facilitate a comprehensive programme design process. This role involves leading a structured approach to programme design, covering aspects such as delivery models, operations, management, budgeting, and ensuring value for money. The consultant will engage with consortium partners, convening collective discussions and working independently with individual partners to drive the design process forward. The goal is to ensure strategic alignment across FCDO and consortium partners while co-creating an efficient delivery model for FT3, expected to launch in April 2025. The design process is anticipated to last no more than four months, with a potential extension of three months to support the transition to the new structure.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will be responsible for several key activities, including: 1. Developing a comprehensive Programme Design process with required outputs and a timeline not exceeding four months. 2. Ensuring accountability among FT Hub stakeholders for timelines and outputs, providing necessary support. 3. Leading and facilitating workshops for technical solution design and programme design at both consortium and individual organization levels. 4. Aligning consortium and FCDO stakeholders around high-level goals and success indicators for FT3, including value propositions for different stakeholders. 5. Establishing overarching design principles to ensure alignment across consortium partners. 6. Integrating cross-cutting themes such as gender and localization into the programme. 7. Collaborating with the FT Hub Evaluation and Adaptive Learning team to identify necessary changes to the current FT Theory of Change. 8. Supporting the design of the FT Hub delivery model and outlining key accountabilities for consortium members. 9. Assisting in the development of a Governance Structure for FT3 and organizational charts. 10. Identifying key commercial considerations, including value for money and budget forecasts. 11. Developing a Risk Management and mitigation approach, identifying key programme risks. 12. Producing high-quality outputs to ensure a common understanding among consortium members and translating the design process into a comprehensive proposal for FCDO.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires essential qualifications, including: 1. A minimum of 10 years’ experience in programme design for multi-million bi/multi-lateral agencies. 2. At least 10 years of experience in the international development sector, working with INGOs, private sector consultancies, innovation agencies, or government. 3. Significant demonstrable experience in programme design and bid/proposal documentation for the FCDO, with at least 5-6 multimillion-pound proposals submitted. 4. A deep understanding of technical programme design requirements, including Theory of Change, Programme delivery models, Governance Structures, Org Charts, Commercial Considerations, Risk Management, and cross-cutting themes. 5. Strong communication skills, particularly in articulating programme objectives and managing diverse stakeholder views.

Educational Background:
While specific educational qualifications are not explicitly stated, a background in international development, public policy, or a related field is likely preferred. Advanced degrees may be advantageous, particularly in areas relevant to programme design and management.

Experience:
The consultant should possess extensive experience, specifically over 10 years, in programme design for large-scale initiatives, particularly within the international development sector. Experience working with FCDO and familiarity with their institutional processes and proposal writing is crucial. The consultant should also have a proven track record of managing collaborative programme design processes and engaging with diverse stakeholders.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is essential given the context of the role and the location. Additional languages may be beneficial, particularly those relevant to the regions where the FT Hub operates.

Additional Notes:
The contract duration is likely to be four months, with a potential three-month extension. The position is remote, allowing for flexibility in working arrangements. The maximum budget available for this consultancy is £50,000, covering the period from mid-November to the end of March. The consultant's contract may be extended to accommodate additional activities related to the transition to the new FT3 programme. Applications are due by 8th November at 23:59 UK time, and candidates will be reviewed on a rolling basis.