The Caribbean Biodiversity Fund seeks an individual consultant to support the SIRF Fund in Antigua and Barbuda with designing and operationalizing a dedicated NGO Window to channel CBF Endowment resources. The consultancy will develop CBF-compliant governance, legal, operational, grant-making, financial oversight, monitoring, and eligibility documentation, working closely with the SIRF Fund Secretariat, CBF, government counterparts, and civil society stakeholders.

• Inception Report and detailed work plan.
• Governance and legal framework, including the NGO Window Operational Manual, grant-making policies and procedures, financial management and oversight framework, and monitoring, evaluation, and reporting framework aligned to CBF indicators.
• Terms of Reference for the NGO Window decision-making body.
• Consolidated CBF Eligibility Compliance Package, including minutes of at least three NGO Window Committee meetings.
• Final revised documentation and final report incorporating feedback from SIRF and CBF.
• Finalized governance framework, operational and grant manuals, compliance matrix, process summary, key decisions, recommendations, and a PowerPoint presentation for the Government of Antigua and Barbuda.

The budget for execution is US$ 50,000.00

• Postgraduate degree in Governance, Public Administration, Environmental Management, Law, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of demonstrated experience in conservation trust funds, governance reform, or institutional strengthening.
• Proven experience drafting operational manuals, governance frameworks, and grant-making procedures.
• Familiarity with the application of Conservation Trust Fund Practice Standards.
• Demonstrated experience working in Antigua and Barbuda on governance, environmental finance, public sector, NGO, trust fund, or institutional strengthening assignments.
• Experience working with public sector institutions in the Caribbean region.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Management Skills

• Governance reform and institutional strengthening.
• Stakeholder engagement and facilitation.
• Coordination with government, civil society, NGO, legal, institutional, SIRF, and CBF stakeholders.
• Development of work plans, consultation processes, compliance documentation, and final reporting.

Technical Skills

• Conservation trust fund governance and eligibility requirements.
• Drafting operational manuals, grant-making policies, fiduciary frameworks, and governance documentation.
• Financial management and oversight framework design.
• Monitoring, evaluation, reporting, and CBF indicator alignment.
• Compliance matrix preparation against CBF Eligibility requirements.
• Knowledge of international Conservation Trust Fund Practice Standards.

The Caribbean Biodiversity Fund is seeking a consulting firm to review, analyze, and update the Caribbean Sustainable Finance Architecture Strategy and Action Plan under the Caribbean Regional Architecture for Biodiversity project. The consultancy will assess progress, engage stakeholders, identify gaps and opportunities, and produce an updated Sustainability Action Plan aligned with conservation finance best practices, NCTF sustainability, capitalization, governance, and regional collaboration priorities.

• Inception Report outlining the evaluation framework, methodology, data collection tools, and comprehensive work plan.
• Stakeholder Engagement Summary Report and Comprehensive Gap Analysis documenting consultation findings, gap analysis, recommendations, and an annotated draft table of contents for the Sustainability Action Plan.
• Draft Updated Sustainability Action Plan incorporating stakeholder inputs, new priorities, and a revised implementation timeline.
• Final Updated Sustainability Action Plan and presentation incorporating all stakeholder feedback.

Maximum budget USD 35,000.

• Consulting firms only; individual consultants are not eligible and subcontracting is not allowed.
• Experience of the firm in similar assignments.
• Methodology and work plan detailing consultancy execution with key and support personnel.
• Minimum bachelor’s degree for the key expert in natural resources management, environmental sciences, environmental engineering, social sciences, human resources management, organizational management, or a related field from a recognized university.
• Evidence of exemplary verbal and/or written skills in English through links to two publications.
• Experience designing and preparing organizational strategies related to biodiversity conservation and environmental finance, particularly in the Caribbean region.
• Experience performing strategic evaluations and organizational assessments of similar organizations, including Conservation Trust Funds.
• Experience performing financial analysis of conservation funds or similar financial mechanisms.
• Ability to perform effective stakeholder engagement with a range of stakeholders in biodiversity-related projects.
• Good or advanced Spanish and/or French knowledge in conversation, reading, and writing is a strong asset.

Management Skills

• Strategic evaluation and organizational assessment.
• Stakeholder engagement and consultation facilitation.
• Work planning and consultancy execution management.
• Governance, operations, and institutional sustainability assessment.
• Partnership coordination with donors, NCTFs, governments, and regional stakeholders.

Technical Skills

• Conservation finance analysis.
• Financial analysis of conservation funds and similar financing mechanisms.
• Strategy and action plan development.
• Gap analysis and evidence-based recommendation development.
• Benchmarking against Conservation Trust Fund best practices.
• Data collection methodology and tool design.
• Assessment of biodiversity conservation outcomes and SDG contributions.
• English technical writing and presentation skills.

The Caribbean Biodiversity Fund is seeking a qualified team of experts, consulting firm, or consortium to develop a sustainable financing plan for the Blue Economy Hub under the Caribbean Blue Economy Financing (Caribbean BluEFin) Project. The consultancy will produce a resource mobilisation and sustainable financing plan that supports the Hub’s long-term financial viability, recommends the institutional and operational structure required to sustain it, and aligns with CBF’s broader conservation finance architecture. The assignment will identify feasible revenue streams, secure partner and private sector investment pathways, and integrate the Hub with related CBF financing mechanisms, including the Regional Reef-Risk Insurance Initiative, Marine Protected Areas Finance Facility, Gender-Smart Facility Hub, and Advancing Circular Economy Facility.

• Inception Report and Work Plan
• Financial Landscape Analysis and Stakeholder Mapping Report
• Draft Sustainable Financing Plan for the Blue Economy Hub
• Stakeholder Consultation Report
• Final Sustainable Financing Plan
• Executive Summary and External Presentation Materials for dissemination

The total budget available for this consultancy is USD $51,000, inclusive of all fees, taxes, and reimbursable costs.

• Demonstrated expertise in conservation finance, sustainable financing mechanisms, and environmental policy and law
• Proven experience conducting financial feasibility assessments, particularly for conservation trust funds and blue economy initiatives
• Knowledge of innovative financing instruments, including blended finance, endowment and sinking funds, public–private partnerships, and donor mobilisation
• Experience developing resource mobilisation and fundraising strategies for environmental and conservation programmes
• Familiarity with international best practices related to institutional arrangements and governance frameworks for conservation finance
• Team leader with a graduate or postgraduate degree in environmental economics, finance, sustainable development, or a related discipline
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in fundraising, programme development, and institutional resource mobilisation, including work related to climate change, gender, and biodiversity
• Leadership of at least two comparable assignments within the past five years focused on financing strategies or business models for conservation or sustainable development initiatives
• Proven experience working in the Caribbean region, with familiarity with regional institutions, policy environments, and investment frameworks
• Strong communication, coordination, and facilitation skills
• Other team members with an undergraduate degree in environmental economics, finance, sustainable development, or a related field
• Minimum of five years’ relevant experience in similar consultancies in the Caribbean
• Proven ability to engage diverse stakeholders through participatory processes to develop inclusive and equitable financial and governance strategies

Management Skills

• Leadership of comparable assignments focused on financing strategies or business models
• Experience leading stakeholder engagement processes
• Experience developing public–private partnerships
• Strong communication, coordination, and facilitation skills
• Ability to engage diverse stakeholders through participatory and inclusive processes

Technical Skills

• Conservation finance
• Sustainable financing mechanisms
• Environmental policy and law
• Financial feasibility assessment
• Blue economy initiatives
• Blended finance
• Endowment and sinking funds
• Public–private partnerships
• Donor mobilisation
• Resource mobilisation strategy development
• Fundraising strategy development
• Institutional and governance framework design

• Inception Report (D1) including methodology and detailed work plan.
• Draft Mid-term Evaluation Report (D2a) following desk review, interviews, and stakeholder consultations.
• Validation Workshop Presentation (D2b) to present findings, validate results, and discuss recommendations.
• Final Midterm Evaluation Report (D3) incorporating feedback and detailing approach, findings, assumptions, strengths, and limitations.
• Stand-alone Evaluation Brief (2–3 pages) summarizing key findings, recommendations, and lessons learned.
• Audit Response Trail documenting accepted and rejected comments with justifications.

• Inception Report (D1) including methodology and detailed work plan.
• Draft Mid-term Evaluation Report (D2a) following desk review, interviews, and stakeholder consultations.
• Validation Workshop Presentation (D2b) to present findings, validate results, and discuss recommendations.
• Final Midterm Evaluation Report (D3) incorporating feedback and detailing approach, findings, assumptions, strengths, and limitations.
• Stand-alone Evaluation Brief (2–3 pages) summarizing key findings, recommendations, and lessons learned.
• Audit Response Trail documenting accepted and rejected comments with justifications.

Total budget for this consultancy shall not exceed USD 36,800 including all travel and incidental costs.

• Advanced degree in environmental management, environmental economics, finance, public policy, marine conservation, sustainable development, evaluation, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in donor-funded project evaluations or midterm/final reviews (Team Leader).
• At least 5 years’ evaluation experience for team members; evidence of mixed-methods research (minimum 3 applied studies in past 5 years).
• In-depth knowledge of climate change, biodiversity conservation, conservation finance, and ecosystem-based adaptation frameworks.
• Experience working with Caribbean regional organizations and/or Small Island Developing States (SIDS).
• Experience integrating gender equality, social inclusion, human rights, and DEIJ considerations in evaluation design and implementation.
• Strong English writing skills; proficiency in Spanish, French, or Creole is an asset.
• Consultancy firm with at least 5 years’ experience leading donor evaluations; evidence of at least 3 midterm/outcome evaluations completed in the last 3 years is desirable.

Management Skills

• Ability to manage and lead multi-country evaluation processes and coordinate diverse evaluation teams.
• Facilitation of participatory consultations and validation workshops with regional stakeholders.
• Stakeholder engagement across National Conservation Trust Funds (NCTFs), environmental and women’s organizations, and community actors.
• Capacity to provide strategic, actionable recommendations aligned with long-term sustainability and adaptive management.

Technical Skills

• Application of OECD-DAC evaluation criteria and UNEG Gender Guidelines.
• Design and implementation of mixed-methods evaluations (desk review, key informant interviews, focus groups, field missions).
• Evaluation of Theory of Change (ToC) and Performance Measurement Framework (PMF).
• Financial and operational performance analysis of donor-funded projects.
• Knowledge of biodiversity conservation, ecosystem-based adaptation (EbA), climate resilience, and conservation finance mechanisms.
• Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) systems assessment.
• Quantitative and qualitative data analysis and report writing.

The Caribbean Biodiversity Fund (CBF) is commissioning a Midterm Review (MTR) of the UNEP-GEF Caribbean Blue Economy Financing (Caribbean BluEFin) Project (GEF ID 10782). The consultancy will assess implementation performance, relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, sustainability, and progress toward project outcomes and impact. It will evaluate project strategy, management, stakeholder engagement, and risks to sustainability. The MTR findings will inform project adjustments for the remaining implementation period (2023-2027) and support replication and scaling of blue economy initiatives across five Caribbean countries: Saint Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Grenada, Dominican Republic, and The Bahamas.

The Caribbean Biodiversity Fund (CBF) is commissioning a Midterm Review (MTR) of the UNEP-GEF Caribbean Blue Economy Financing (Caribbean BluEFin) Project (GEF ID 10782). The consultancy will assess implementation performance, relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, sustainability, and progress toward project outcomes and impact. It will evaluate project strategy, management, stakeholder engagement, and risks to sustainability. The MTR findings will inform project adjustments for the remaining implementation period (2023-2027) and support replication and scaling of blue economy initiatives across five Caribbean countries: Saint Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Grenada, Dominican Republic, and The Bahamas.

• Consultancy Inception Report, including a detailed workplan.
• Mid-Term Review/Evaluation Plan outlining purpose, approach, methodology, key evaluation questions, and data collection plan.
• Draft Midterm Review Report structured per UNEP/GEF guidelines, including findings, lessons learned, limitations, and draft recommendations.
• Validation Workshop (virtual and/or in-person) with stakeholders to present and validate findings and action plan.
• Final Midterm Review Report incorporating stakeholder feedback, including a recommendation table in the executive summary.

• Consultancy Inception Report, including a detailed workplan.
• Mid-Term Review/Evaluation Plan outlining purpose, approach, methodology, key evaluation questions, and data collection plan.
• Draft Midterm Review Report structured per UNEP/GEF guidelines, including findings, lessons learned, limitations, and draft recommendations.
• Validation Workshop (virtual and/or in-person) with stakeholders to present and validate findings and action plan.
• Final Midterm Review Report incorporating stakeholder feedback, including a recommendation table in the executive summary.

The total budget for this consultancy shall not exceed USD 40,000, including all travel and incidental costs.

The total budget for this consultancy shall not exceed USD 40,000, including all travel and incidental costs.

• Advanced degree in environmental management, environmental economics, finance, public policy, marine conservation, sustainable development, evaluation, or related field.
• At least 10 years of experience in project evaluation or midterm/final reviews.
• In-depth knowledge of blue economy and conservation finance frameworks.
• Experience with regional Caribbean organizations and small island developing states (SIDS).
• Excellent writing and facilitation skills in English; proficiency in Spanish, Creole, or French an asset.
• Subject-matter expertise in sustainable finance (e.g., parametric insurance, carbon credits, digital finance) and DEIJ integration in evaluation.
• Credentialed Evaluator (CE) designation is an asset.

• Advanced degree in environmental management, environmental economics, finance, public policy, marine conservation, sustainable development, evaluation, or related field.
• At least 10 years of experience in project evaluation or midterm/final reviews.
• In-depth knowledge of blue economy and conservation finance frameworks.
• Experience with regional Caribbean organizations and small island developing states (SIDS).
• Excellent writing and facilitation skills in English; proficiency in Spanish, Creole, or French an asset.
• Subject-matter expertise in sustainable finance (e.g., parametric insurance, carbon credits, digital finance) and DEIJ integration in evaluation.
• Credentialed Evaluator (CE) designation is an asset.

Management Skills

• Project management, including consultancy and contract management, financial management, and time management.
• Stakeholder engagement and coordination across multi-country teams.
• Communication, reporting, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Event and meeting planning and logistical coordination.

• Project management, including consultancy and contract management, financial management, and time management.
• Stakeholder engagement and coordination across multi-country teams.
• Communication, reporting, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Event and meeting planning and logistical coordination.

Technical Skills

• Research and data analysis using mixed methods (qualitative and quantitative).
• Proficiency in data collection and analysis software (e.g., MS Forms, Qualtrics, Excel, R, Stata, NVivo, MAXQDA).
• Experience with project management tools (e.g., Asana, MS Project) and data visualization (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Familiarity with GIS or environmental modeling software (asset).

• Research and data analysis using mixed methods (qualitative and quantitative).
• Proficiency in data collection and analysis software (e.g., MS Forms, Qualtrics, Excel, R, Stata, NVivo, MAXQDA).
• Experience with project management tools (e.g., Asana, MS Project) and data visualization (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Familiarity with GIS or environmental modeling software (asset).

The Caribbean Biodiversity Fund (CBF) seeks a Communications Consultant to support the Caribbean BluEFin Project and the CBF’s Conservation Finance Program. The consultant will contribute directly to implementing the project’s communication and knowledge strategies in line with GEF, UNEP, and CBF guidelines.

Working under the guidance of the BluEFin Project Technical Officer and the Conservation Finance Program Manager, and in collaboration with the Caribbean BluEFin Project Coordination Unit (PCU) and the CBF Communications Officer, the consultant will:

• Develop and manage internal and external communication tools.
• Support the development and dissemination of knowledge products.
• Assist with visibility, branding, and digital media management across participating Caribbean countries.

This part-time consultancy (24 hours per week) supports year-specific communication goals—raising awareness, strengthening engagement, promoting advocacy, and consolidating regional impact. The position is remote within the Caribbean and requires occasional regional travel.

The Caribbean Biodiversity Fund (CBF) seeks a Communications Consultant to support the Caribbean BluEFin Project and the CBF’s Conservation Finance Program. The consultant will contribute directly to implementing the project’s communication and knowledge strategies in line with GEF, UNEP, and CBF guidelines.

Working under the guidance of the BluEFin Project Technical Officer and the Conservation Finance Program Manager, and in collaboration with the Caribbean BluEFin Project Coordination Unit (PCU) and the CBF Communications Officer, the consultant will:

• Develop and manage internal and external communication tools.
• Support the development and dissemination of knowledge products.
• Assist with visibility, branding, and digital media management across participating Caribbean countries.

This part-time consultancy (24 hours per week) supports year-specific communication goals—raising awareness, strengthening engagement, promoting advocacy, and consolidating regional impact. The position is remote within the Caribbean and requires occasional regional travel.

The Communications Consultant will be responsible for producing and maintaining high-quality communication materials and supporting key outreach initiatives. Core deliverables include:

• Execution of the Caribbean BluEFin Communication and Knowledge Plan aligned with CBF, UNEP, and GEF standards.
• Development of consistent branding, messaging, and visual identity across publications, factsheets, and online platforms.
• Creation of engaging content — including press releases, blog articles, newsletters, and social media updates.
• Design and layout of communication materials using Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite.
• Regular updates to the CBF website and social media platforms.
• Documentation and dissemination of knowledge products such as toolkits, case studies, and policy briefs.
• Tracking of analytics and performance metrics related to communications outputs.
• Event management support for webinars, forums, and regional stakeholder engagements.
• Maintenance of a shared digital repository of project communication assets and templates.
• Preparation of regular reports on communication activities, contributions to UNEP progress reports, and mid-term reviews.

The Communications Consultant will be responsible for producing and maintaining high-quality communication materials and supporting key outreach initiatives. Core deliverables include:

• Execution of the Caribbean BluEFin Communication and Knowledge Plan aligned with CBF, UNEP, and GEF standards.
• Development of consistent branding, messaging, and visual identity across publications, factsheets, and online platforms.
• Creation of engaging content — including press releases, blog articles, newsletters, and social media updates.
• Design and layout of communication materials using Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite.
• Regular updates to the CBF website and social media platforms.
• Documentation and dissemination of knowledge products such as toolkits, case studies, and policy briefs.
• Tracking of analytics and performance metrics related to communications outputs.
• Event management support for webinars, forums, and regional stakeholder engagements.
• Maintenance of a shared digital repository of project communication assets and templates.
• Preparation of regular reports on communication activities, contributions to UNEP progress reports, and mid-term reviews.

Compensation will be established within a budget of USD 20,000 annually.

Compensation will be established within a budget of USD 20,000 annually.

All candidates must have knowledge in inclusive communication and provide evidence of the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Studies, Digital Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field from a recognized university.
• At least three (3) years of proven experience in communications and/or public relations, preferably in the context of conservation or environmental projects.

The following will be considered advantageous:

• Experience with environmental conservation project communications.
• Region-wide Caribbean experience.
• Knowledge and experience in gender-responsive communications.

All candidates must have knowledge in inclusive communication and provide evidence of the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Studies, Digital Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field from a recognized university.
• At least three (3) years of proven experience in communications and/or public relations, preferably in the context of conservation or environmental projects.

The following will be considered advantageous:

• Experience with environmental conservation project communications.
• Region-wide Caribbean experience.
• Knowledge and experience in gender-responsive communications.

Technical Skills

• Communications Project Administration: Experience developing and implementing communication strategies and action plans, with knowledge of publishing standards, grammar, and APA citation style. Technical writing experience is an asset.
• Project Coordination Support: Proven ability to coordinate and support remote or virtual teams effectively.
• Records Management: Skilled in organizing, classifying, and archiving communication materials (images, reports, presentations). Knowledge of intellectual property, consent, and image rights is required.
• Event Organizing: Experience managing logistics for virtual, hybrid, and in-person events.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Experience engaging diverse partners and facilitating inclusive participation; donor liaison experience is an asset.
• Technology Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Teams, Google Workspace, Zoom, and social media platforms (Instagram, X/Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn). Experienced with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, MailChimp, and content management systems like WordPress. Familiarity with ZohoOne is an asset.

• Communications Project Administration: Experience developing and implementing communication strategies and action plans, with knowledge of publishing standards, grammar, and APA citation style. Technical writing experience is an asset.
• Project Coordination Support: Proven ability to coordinate and support remote or virtual teams effectively.
• Records Management: Skilled in organizing, classifying, and archiving communication materials (images, reports, presentations). Knowledge of intellectual property, consent, and image rights is required.
• Event Organizing: Experience managing logistics for virtual, hybrid, and in-person events.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Experience engaging diverse partners and facilitating inclusive participation; donor liaison experience is an asset.
• Technology Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Teams, Google Workspace, Zoom, and social media platforms (Instagram, X/Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn). Experienced with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, MailChimp, and content management systems like WordPress. Familiarity with ZohoOne is an asset.

Other Skills

• Language: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; conversational proficiency in Spanish or French is an asset.
• Accuracy and Timeliness: Detail-oriented and capable of meeting internal and external deadlines.
• Dependability and Flexibility: Reliable, adaptable, and organized within a dynamic regional work environment.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong collaboration and relationship management abilities across multicultural teams.
• Ethics and Professionalism: Demonstrates integrity, transparency, and sensitivity to gender and cultural diversity; maintains zero tolerance for discrimination or harassment.
• Problem Solving and Initiative: Proactive in addressing challenges and finding creative solutions under pressure.
• Planning and Leadership: Capable of developing and executing plans independently while taking responsibility for results.
• Innovation and Learning: Embraces new tools, technologies, and approaches to enhance communication effectiveness.
• Teamwork and Collaboration: Works cooperatively within the project framework, anticipating team needs and sharing resources efficiently.

• Language: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; conversational proficiency in Spanish or French is an asset.
• Accuracy and Timeliness: Detail-oriented and capable of meeting internal and external deadlines.
• Dependability and Flexibility: Reliable, adaptable, and organized within a dynamic regional work environment.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong collaboration and relationship management abilities across multicultural teams.
• Ethics and Professionalism: Demonstrates integrity, transparency, and sensitivity to gender and cultural diversity; maintains zero tolerance for discrimination or harassment.
• Problem Solving and Initiative: Proactive in addressing challenges and finding creative solutions under pressure.
• Planning and Leadership: Capable of developing and executing plans independently while taking responsibility for results.
• Innovation and Learning: Embraces new tools, technologies, and approaches to enhance communication effectiveness.
• Teamwork and Collaboration: Works cooperatively within the project framework, anticipating team needs and sharing resources efficiently.

The consultancy aims to develop a resource mobilization strategy and plan for the Caribbean Biodiversity Fund’s (CBF) Gender Smart Facility (GSF). The main objective is to secure long-term project financing to continue or scale up successful approaches achieved through the CORE Project’s GSF. This includes mobilizing resources from regional and international private sector or climate impact funds to sustain gender-responsive climate financing targeting women.

The consultant’s scope of work involves developing a feasible framework to guide the CBF in mobilizing resources. Key tasks include familiarization with CBF, the CORE Project, and relevant literature on gender-responsive financing. The consultant will also research and analyze potential funding sources, particularly private sector and impact funds with gender mainstreaming targets, conduct exploratory consultations with potential funding sources, and prepare a draft and final GSF Resource Mobilization Strategy and Plan, including a timeframe and resources needed for implementation.

The ideal consultant will possess a graduate or postgraduate degree in environmental economics, finance, sustainable development, or a related field, along with a minimum of 10 years of experience in fundraising, program development, sustainable development, institutional resource mobilization, and strategy planning in climate change, gender mainstreaming, and biodiversity conservation. Previous experience delivering similar assignments, working with regional Conservation Trust Funds or Environmental Organizations, and experience in environmental and conservation financing in the Caribbean Region are strong assets. Knowledge or experience with gender-focused programs or projects is also an asset, as are excellent oral and written English communication skills and experience in a remote work environment.

The consultancy aims to develop a resource mobilization strategy and plan for the Caribbean Biodiversity Fund’s (CBF) Gender Smart Facility (GSF). The main objective is to secure long-term project financing to continue or scale up successful approaches achieved through the CORE Project’s GSF. This includes mobilizing resources from regional and international private sector or climate impact funds to sustain gender-responsive climate financing targeting women.

The consultant’s scope of work involves developing a feasible framework to guide the CBF in mobilizing resources. Key tasks include familiarization with CBF, the CORE Project, and relevant literature on gender-responsive financing. The consultant will also research and analyze potential funding sources, particularly private sector and impact funds with gender mainstreaming targets, conduct exploratory consultations with potential funding sources, and prepare a draft and final GSF Resource Mobilization Strategy and Plan, including a timeframe and resources needed for implementation.

The ideal consultant will possess a graduate or postgraduate degree in environmental economics, finance, sustainable development, or a related field, along with a minimum of 10 years of experience in fundraising, program development, sustainable development, institutional resource mobilization, and strategy planning in climate change, gender mainstreaming, and biodiversity conservation. Previous experience delivering similar assignments, working with regional Conservation Trust Funds or Environmental Organizations, and experience in environmental and conservation financing in the Caribbean Region are strong assets. Knowledge or experience with gender-focused programs or projects is also an asset, as are excellent oral and written English communication skills and experience in a remote work environment.

Task 1:

• Inception Report outlining updated approach and work plan of the Consultancy.

Task 2: Research and Development of Draft RM Strategy and Plan

• Understand current status of the CBF’s efforts and opportunities in mobilizing additional resources and propose relevant linkages to the GSF objectives.
• Conduct virtual meetings and interviews with relevant CBF stakeholders, including CBF team, NCTFs and GSF beneficiaries as necessary.
• Research and analyze sources of potential funding, in particular private sector and Impact Funds, with special attention to Funds with gender mainstreaming targets.
• Research opportunities for leveraging the existing GAC network.
• Rank identified options based on alignment to the CORE project outcomes, accessibility, and other relevant characteristics.
• Carry out exploratory consultation with potential funding sources as part of the research process.
• Prepare a draft strategy and plan based on the results of the research and ranking. This should include a timeframe and resources needed for implementation.
• Present to the CBF Secretariat the draft GSF RM Strategy and Plan.
• Prepare a final draft of the GSF RM Strategy and Plan.

Deliverables for Task 2:

• Draft GSF RM Strategy and Plan document.
• Oral presentation of the draft GSF RM Strategy and Plan.
• Final GSF RM Strategy and Plan document.

Task 1:

• Inception Report outlining updated approach and work plan of the Consultancy.

Task 2: Research and Development of Draft RM Strategy and Plan

• Understand current status of the CBF’s efforts and opportunities in mobilizing additional resources and propose relevant linkages to the GSF objectives.
• Conduct virtual meetings and interviews with relevant CBF stakeholders, including CBF team, NCTFs and GSF beneficiaries as necessary.
• Research and analyze sources of potential funding, in particular private sector and Impact Funds, with special attention to Funds with gender mainstreaming targets.
• Research opportunities for leveraging the existing GAC network.
• Rank identified options based on alignment to the CORE project outcomes, accessibility, and other relevant characteristics.
• Carry out exploratory consultation with potential funding sources as part of the research process.
• Prepare a draft strategy and plan based on the results of the research and ranking. This should include a timeframe and resources needed for implementation.
• Present to the CBF Secretariat the draft GSF RM Strategy and Plan.
• Prepare a final draft of the GSF RM Strategy and Plan.

Deliverables for Task 2:

• Draft GSF RM Strategy and Plan document.
• Oral presentation of the draft GSF RM Strategy and Plan.
• Final GSF RM Strategy and Plan document.

The Consultant must have the following qualifications:

• A graduate or postgraduate degree in environmental economics, finance, sustainable development, or related academic field.
• A minimum of 10 years of demonstrated knowledge of fundraising, program development, sustainable development, institutional resource mobilization, and strategy planning in the topics of climate change, gender mainstreaming, and biodiversity conservation.
• Previous experience delivering similar assignments would be a strong asset.
• Previous experience working with a regional Conservation Trust Fund or Environmental Organization would be a strong asset.
• Experience in environmental and conservation financing in the Caribbean Region would be an asset.
• Knowledge or experience working with gender-focused programs or projects would be an asset.
• Exemplary oral and written skills in English.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
• Experience in delivering assignments within a remote work environment.

The Consultant must have the following qualifications:

• A graduate or postgraduate degree in environmental economics, finance, sustainable development, or related academic field.
• A minimum of 10 years of demonstrated knowledge of fundraising, program development, sustainable development, institutional resource mobilization, and strategy planning in the topics of climate change, gender mainstreaming, and biodiversity conservation.
• Previous experience delivering similar assignments would be a strong asset.
• Previous experience working with a regional Conservation Trust Fund or Environmental Organization would be a strong asset.
• Experience in environmental and conservation financing in the Caribbean Region would be an asset.
• Knowledge or experience working with gender-focused programs or projects would be an asset.
• Exemplary oral and written skills in English.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
• Experience in delivering assignments within a remote work environment.

The Caribbean Biodiversity Fund (CBF) is seeking a qualified consultant to guide its strategic direction for 2026-2030. This critical role involves assessing the CBF’s governance, evaluating operational efficiency, and reviewing the current Strategic Plan (2022-2027) to propose adjustments aligned with regional and global biodiversity priorities. The consultant will provide evidence-based recommendations and facilitation support for a key strategic retreat in January 2026, helping to define the CBF’s future pathways for long-term conservation and sustainable development in the Caribbean.

The Caribbean Biodiversity Fund (CBF) is seeking a qualified consultant to guide its strategic direction for 2026-2030. This critical role involves assessing the CBF’s governance, evaluating operational efficiency, and reviewing the current Strategic Plan (2022-2027) to propose adjustments aligned with regional and global biodiversity priorities. The consultant will provide evidence-based recommendations and facilitation support for a key strategic retreat in January 2026, helping to define the CBF’s future pathways for long-term conservation and sustainable development in the Caribbean.

• Inception Report outlining methodology, work plan, and interview schedule.
• Interim Findings Brief highlighting key emerging themes from consultations and document reviews.
• Draft Options Paper for Board summarizing governance, operational, and strategic options.
• Retreat Facilitation Inputs including presentation deck and moderated participatory workshop with the CBF Board to refine and define the Final Strategic Options, possibly in Miami.
• Final Strategic Options Report incorporating Board feedback following the retreat.

• Inception Report outlining methodology, work plan, and interview schedule.
• Interim Findings Brief highlighting key emerging themes from consultations and document reviews.
• Draft Options Paper for Board summarizing governance, operational, and strategic options.
• Retreat Facilitation Inputs including presentation deck and moderated participatory workshop with the CBF Board to refine and define the Final Strategic Options, possibly in Miami.
• Final Strategic Options Report incorporating Board feedback following the retreat.

• At least 10 years of experience in governance review, institutional development, or organizational strategy, preferably within environmental or philanthropic institutions.
• Academic qualifications in Business administration/organization development, environment/natural resources management.
• Demonstrated expertise in board governance, nonprofit operations, or conservation finance.
• Proven track record in conducting high-level institutional assessments and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong analytical, facilitation, and report-writing skills.
• Knowledge of Caribbean institutional and conservation contexts is a strong asset.
• Deep knowledge of global conservation finance models; familiarity with regional and international conservation frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate Board-level strategic planning processes.

• At least 10 years of experience in governance review, institutional development, or organizational strategy, preferably within environmental or philanthropic institutions.
• Academic qualifications in Business administration/organization development, environment/natural resources management.
• Demonstrated expertise in board governance, nonprofit operations, or conservation finance.
• Proven track record in conducting high-level institutional assessments and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong analytical, facilitation, and report-writing skills.
• Knowledge of Caribbean institutional and conservation contexts is a strong asset.
• Deep knowledge of global conservation finance models; familiarity with regional and international conservation frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate Board-level strategic planning processes.