Applications are now open for the CIVICUS External Learning and Community Design Consultancy 2026. CIVICUS is seeking an experienced consultant or consulting team to lead the design and facilitation of a participatory learning process that will support the creation of the WeRise Global Community. This paid consultancy offers professionals an opportunity to work with an international civil society alliance dedicated to defending civic freedoms and strengthening grassroots movements around the world.
The selected consultant will collaborate with members of the WeRise network to co-create a sustainable, movement-led global community that promotes collaboration, shared learning, and long-term solidarity beyond traditional funding relationships.
Consultancy Details
- Organization: CIVICUS
- Opportunity Type: External Consultancy
- Work Location: Remote / International
- Project Duration: 3 Months
- Consultancy Period: September to November 2026
- Application Deadline: 05 August 2026
Opportunity Level
This opportunity is open for:
- Independent Consultants
- Consulting Teams
- Community Development Professionals
- Civil Society Experts
- Organizational Learning Specialists
Areas of Work
The consultancy focuses on:
- Community Development
- Movement Building
- Organizational Learning
- Human Rights
- Civic Space
- Community Engagement
- Network Facilitation
- Governance Design
- Participatory Research
- Social Innovation
- Systems Thinking
Consultancy Benefits
Selected consultant(s) will receive:
- Paid international consultancy opportunity.
- Opportunity to work with CIVICUS, a global civil society alliance.
- Experience collaborating with grassroots organizations from more than 180 countries.
- Opportunity to design a global community model for civil society movements.
- International exposure in movement building and community development.
- Flexible remote working arrangement.
- Professional networking with global human rights and civil society leaders.
Note: The consultancy budget will be negotiated with the selected consultant based on the submitted proposal.
Eligible Nationalities
Applications are welcome from:
- Consultants from all countries.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Demonstrate significant experience in movement building, community organizing, or network facilitation.
- Have expertise in participatory learning, facilitation, and organizational learning.
- Possess experience designing Communities of Practice or collaborative networks.
- Show a strong understanding of civic space, social movements, and human rights ecosystems.
- Have experience facilitating multicultural and multi-country engagements.
- Demonstrate excellent qualitative research, analysis, and report-writing skills.
- Experience with human-centered design, participatory design, or systems thinking methodologies is highly desirable.
Scope of Work
The selected consultant will be responsible for:
- Conducting a participatory assessment of the WeRise network.
- Designing and facilitating an inclusive community listening process.
- Co-creating the WeRise Community model with members.
- Developing the community's value proposition.
- Designing a sustainable community engagement framework.
- Preparing a strategic implementation roadmap for the WeRise Global Community.
Expected Deliverables
The consultancy includes the following deliverables:
- Inception Report
- Community Assessment Report
- WeRise Community Design Framework
- Community Implementation Roadmap
- Final Consultancy Report
Required Documents
Applicants must submit:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Cover letter (maximum two pages) describing relevant experience and proposed approach.
- Proposed consultancy budget.
Application Process
Interested consultants can apply by following these steps:
- Prepare all required application documents.
- Write an Expression of Interest (EOI).
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Use the email subject line:
EOI – External Learning and Community Design Consultancy - Email the complete application to FoPA@civicus.org.
- Submit the application before 05 August 2026.
About CIVICUS
CIVICUS is a global alliance of more than 17,000 members across 180+ countries working to strengthen civil society and defend civic freedoms. The organization supports grassroots movements, promotes inclusive participation, and advocates for human rights, democratic values, and social justice worldwide.
Application Deadline
The last date to apply for the CIVICUS External Learning and Community Design Consultancy 2026 is 05 August 2026.
