Aninver Development Partners SL (www.aninver.com) is looking for a Regional Consultant for a governance, construction, transport consultancy assignment financed by SADC SECRETARIAT in Botswana.
Aninver Development Partners is seeking a qualified Regional Consultant for an upcoming institutional governance and capacity enhancement assignment in Botswana. Working alongside the SADC Secretariat, this initiative focuses on organizational re-alignment, structural optimization, and strategic streamlining to support regional integration and operational efficiency.
The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting local consultations, stakeholder engagement, and logistical coordination within the host country. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to high-impact regional governance reforms, ensuring that institutional frameworks are fit-for-purpose and aligned with long-term regional development plans.
Aninver is preparing a proposal for this assignment. The selected expert will be part of the proposed team; the engagement is conditional on the contract being awarded to Aninver. The full Terms of Reference for the position are shared with shortlisted candidates.
Objectives of the assignment
- Support local consultations and stakeholder engagement activities in Botswana.
- Facilitate logistical coordination and communication for the assignment.
- Assist in conducting organizational and structural analysis under the guidance of the core team.
- Contribute to the promotion of cross-functional collaboration and streamlined institutional practices.
Scope of work
- Conduct an in-depth re-alignment analysis of current organizational structures, standard operating procedures, and processes.
- Benchmark operational setups against similar regional organizations and gather stakeholder insights.
- Propose options for enhancing operational efficiency without increasing financial burdens.
- Formulate recommendations to improve cohesion among different functional areas and directorates.
- Contribute to the production of inception, interim, and final implementation reports and roadmaps.
Your role as Regional Consultant
- Coordinate local stakeholder engagement sessions and facilitate communication channels in Botswana.
- Support the collection and review of institutional data for workload and structural assessments.
- Assist in organizing workshops, meetings, and consultations with key regional and local stakeholders.
- Provide logistical and administrative support for project implementation activities on the ground.
- Contribute local context insights to the analysis of organizational design and restructuring options.
- Assist in preparing progress reports, meeting minutes, and feedback summaries for project leadership.
Requirements
- Demonstrated professional experience in supporting institutional development, governance, or administrative projects.
- Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
- Familiarity with the socio-economic and institutional context of Botswana and regional organizations.
- Proficiency in standard office productivity software (Microsoft Office/365).
- Fluency in written and spoken English.
Desirable
- Previous professional involvement in regional assignments within Southern Africa.
- Experience working with international organizations or regional economic communities.
A proactive professional with strong local engagement experience in Botswana, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of institutional governance and operational support.
Assignment details
- Location: Botswana
- Financed by: SADC SECRETARIAT
- Sector: Governance, construction, transport
- Estimated duration: 6 months
- Contract: individual consultancy (conditional on award)
About Aninver Development Partners
Aninver is an international development consulting firm headquartered in Spain. It supports governments, development banks, UN agencies and bilateral donors with feasibility studies, technical assistance, evaluations and capacity building across Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia and Asia-Pacific, working with a network of international and national experts.
Why apply
- Join a multidisciplinary team on a SADC SECRETARIAT-financed project in Botswana.
- Individual consultancy: flexible, output-based engagement with an experienced proposal team.
- Your CV stays in Aninver's expert network for future assignments that match your profile.
How to apply
Sign in (or create a free account) and upload your CV in English. Add your LinkedIn profile, indicative daily rate and availability to speed up the assessment. Aninver will contact the shortlisted candidates.
Frequently asked questions
Is the position confirmed? The engagement depends on the contract being awarded to Aninver. Shortlisted experts are included in the proposal with their consent.
Can I apply if I am not based in the country? Yes, unless the requirements say otherwise; relevant regional experience is an asset.
What happens with my CV? It is used to assess your fit for this and future positions and is not shared with third parties without your consent.
