Project Title: Documenting the Impact of CDKN’s Work with Women Groups in Upper West Region, Ghana

Duration: From mid-August 2025 to mid-February 2026 (six months)

Location: Accra, Ghana (only candidates based in Ghana will be considered for this post)

SouthSouthNorth invites experienced consultants to submit proposals for a short-term consultancy to document the impact of the Climate and Development Knowledge Network’s (CDKN) engagement with women’s groups in Ghana’s Upper West Region. The initiative harnessed community-based knowledge brokering tools, such as local songs and radio programming, to enhance women’s participation in public dialogue and decision-making on climate change. This opportunity is ideal for professionals with a background in gender equality and social inclusion, development work, evaluation, and storytelling—those who can capture not just data, but the human stories behind the numbers. 

Purpose of the Consultancy 

The consultant will lead the process of documenting the initiative’s approach, key lessons learnt, and its impact on improving the status and wellbeing of women in rural Ghana within the context of climate change. The final products will include a 5–7 minute video documentary, a 1-minute social media version of the documentary, and a 2,000 to 2,500-word ‘Inside Story’ publication. These products will be designed for international audiences, showcasing effective practices and innovative, Gender Equity and Social Inclusion (GESI)-transformative approaches to local climate action through the use of creative arts.

Scope of Work 

• Conduct desk review and stakeholder consultations.
• Travel to implementation sites within Upper West Region Ghana for fieldwork.
• Document beneficiary testimonials from project stakeholders and collect visual content.
• Coordinate and supervise all field visit activities, including the work of the filmmaker.
• Analyse field findings and produce a compelling inside story publication. 

Deliverables 

• Inception report outlining work approach, methodology and timeline.
• Field visit schedule and interview guides.
• Draft and final versions of the ‘Inside Story’ and video documentaries.
• Completion report detailing the processes followed, key lessons and recommendations to inform future assignments of a similar nature.

Timeline 

The consultancy will begin in August 2025 and is expected to be completed by the end of February 2026 (six months)

Who Should Apply 

We’re looking for individuals or firms with: 

• A degree in social science, sociology, environmental science, or a related development field, with expertise in GESI within climate change contexts. A master’s degree or higher is an added advantage. 
• At least three years of experience in GESI and climate change within rural settings of Ghana. 
• Proven ability to lead and coordinate teams effectively, fostering collaboration and ensuring successful implementation of objectives.  
• Strong oral, analytical, and written communication skills in English. 
• Demonstrated proficiency in qualitative data collection techniques.  
• Excellent organisational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness, and reliability. 
• Commitment to human rights, with sensitivity to cultural, gender, religious, ethnic, and age diversity 

Application Process 

Please see the full Terms of Reference here.

Applications will close at midnight (SAST) on 11 July 2025.

Please submit your proposal, including CVs, a brief technical approach, and a financial offer to patricia@oldssn.devcorner.co.za with a copy to lisa@oldssn.devcorner.co.za. The proposal should bear the title, “Documenting the Impact of CDKN’s Work with Women Groups in Upper West Region, Ghana.”