National Coordinator Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe

Result of Service• Deliverable 1 Monthly Progress Report 1: SME Onboarding & Stakeholder Engagement Report Due: 31 August 2025 Includes: • List of 5-10 selected SMEs with justification against criteria • Baseline survey results for each SME • Mapping of key actors in the horticulture and ingredients value chains • Summary of initial engagement with ZimTrade, ministries, and associations • Deliverable 2 Monthly Progress Report 2: Capacity Building Plan & Coordination Summary Due: 30 September 2025 Includes finalized UKTP Zimbabwe delivery plan ,stakeholder alignment and capacity building activities update • Deliverable 3 Monthly Progress Report 3 – Initial SME Training and Mentoring Activities Due: 31 October 2025 Includes progress on national stakeholder liaison, SME engagement, in-country activity delivery planning and monitoring, and operations report, sent in electronic format • Deliverable 4 Monthly Progress Report 4 Due: 30 November 2025 Includes progress on national stakeholder liaison, SME engagement, in-country activity delivery planning and monitoring, and operations report, sent in electronic format • Deliverable 5 Quarterly Report Q3 2025: Due: 31 December 2025 Includes an overview of the progress for the past three months on national stakeholder liaison, SME engagement, in-country activity delivery planning and monitoring, and operations report, sent in electronic format • Deliverable 6 Q3 Progress Report 1 – Trade Engagement and Mentorship Update Due: 31 January 2025 Includes progress on national stakeholder liaison, SME engagement, in-country activity delivery and operations report sent in electronic format • Deliverable 7 Q3 Progress Report 2 Due: 28 February 2026 Includes SME annual survey, progress on national stakeholder liaison, SME engagement, in-country activity delivery and operations report sent in electronic format • Deliverable 8 Annual Progress Report Due: 31 March 2026 Includes: • Year-end summary • Results against the logframe • Narrative on national stakeholder liaison • BSO and SME engagement • In-country activity delivery planning and monitoring • Operations report sent in electronic format Work LocationHome-based (Zimbabwe) Expected duration15.08.25 - 31.03.26 Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe International Trade Centre (ITC) is a joint technical cooperation agency of the United Nations and the World Trade Organization, supporting sustainable trade development in developing countries. The UK Trade Partnerships (UKTP) Programme, funded by the UK's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), seeks to increase trade from selected developing countries to the UK and EU, leveraging Economic Partnership Agreements (EPAs) and the UK’s Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS). In Zimbabwe, the UKTP Programme supports SMEs in the horticulture and natural ingredients sectors to increase export readiness, access international markets, and comply with UK/ EU standards. In FY 2025–26, the Programme will work with SMEs, provide tailored capacity building, facilitate participation in European trade shows, and enhance institutional partnerships. The role of the consultant is to coordinate the effective implementation of the UKTP Programme in Zimbabwe in FY 2025–26, support SME development, stakeholder engagement, trade fair preparation, and monitor the programme outcomes. Description of Duties/Responsibilities The consultant will work under the direct supervision of the UKTP Programme Manager and overall guidance of the Chief of Section. Specific duties include: 1. Programme Coordination & Stakeholder Engagement • Liaise with ZimTrade, relevant government ministries and sector associations to align programme objectives and ensure stakeholder buy-in. • Map and engage key actors in the horticulture and ingredients value chains. • Provide regular updates and intelligence on national developments affecting export sectors. 2. SME Selection and Baseline Assessment • Coordinate the identification and onboarding of 5–10 new SMEs, ensuring a balanced cohort based on selection criteria. • Distribute and compile baseline surveys to assess capacity, export readiness, and development needs. 3. Capacity Building Coordination • Organize and facilitate workshops and coaching which may include: o Quality assurance and certification o UK/EU labelling and packaging o Branding, marketing, digital promotion o Logistics and supply chain optimization • Support delivery of one-on-one mentoring and peer-to-peer learning. 4. Trade Fair and Market Access Support • Support beneficiary participation in European trade events. • Guide SMEs through booth preparation, product readiness, and matchmaking activities. • Coordinate with ZimTrade to ensure joint branding and representation where possible. • Assist planning and organization of potential inbound UK buyers’ missions. 5. Monitoring, Reporting, and Data Collection • Lead M&E activities including tracking KPIs: exports, certifications, partnerships. • Conduct post-activity reporting, collect feedback from SMEs, and flag improvement areas. • Ensure visibility and branding guidelines are adhered to in all activities. • Liaise with SMEs for annual outcome survey data collection 6. Institutional Support • Work closely with ZimTrade to strengthen support systems for SMEs in the sector. • Identify capacity gaps and coordinate technical inputs from ITC where necessary. Copyright Clause: The consultant has to ensure that she has obtained the necessary permissions with regard to intellectual property rights required to perform her services under this consultancy contract and for the subsequent dissemination by ITC in any form. Documentary proof is to be submitted to ITC. Should any license fee be due for the use of copyrighted materials of third parties, the consultant shall request the prior written permission from ITC. ITC champions workforce diversity, inclusion, gender equality and gender parity and considers all qualified persons - of all genders - equally, including those with disabilities, without discrimination or prejudice of any kind. Qualifications/special skillsUndergraduate degree (BA/BSC or other) Graduate degree in agriculture, business management, marketing, economics, development or related field. Extensive relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the university degree. Minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience in trade-related technical assistance /trade promotion/investment promotion is required. • Previous experience working with Zimbabwean businesses is required • Previous experience working with donor funded programmes would be an advantage • Knowledge of key government and institutional stakeholders in agri/food industry would be an asset • Previous work within the UN system or international development finance institution would be an asset Skills: • Advanced written and verbal communication skills including stakeholder engagement ability • Excellent analytical and report writing skills • Facility to process data and information rapidly • Ability to work under minimum supervision and respect deadlines • Cultural sensitivity and ability to work in harmony with stakeholders from different industries and backgrounds LanguagesExcellent command of English is required Additional InformationNot available. No FeeTHE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.