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CONTEXT:
Wicklow Uplands Council is now over * years in
existence and it wishes to carry out a review of its structure and
operations. The purpose of this review is to identify possible
improvements in the organisation’s structure and to ensure that
procedures are following best governance practice. The last external
review of the organisation’s structure was carried out in **Apply on
the website**. The most recent strategic plan covered the period
* and while it has expired, the Council has
since followed the priorities of that plan. The new Wicklow Uplands
Council * Strategic Plan will identify key
priorities and themes that will guide and focus the development and
activities of the organisation over the next 3-year period. An
external consultant is being sought to encourage an open and
independent process.
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MEMBERS, DIRECTORS AND STAKEHOLDERS:
Wicklow Uplands Council has both individual and group members.
Membership is divided between four representative panel groups which
is based on the main area of interest of the individual/group. The
panels are i) farming and landowners, ii) environment and recreation
interests, iii) tourism and economic interests and iv) community
interests. A Board of Directors of up to *
individuals is elected each year. The organisation works closely with
a number of key stakeholders including; Wicklow County Council,
National Parks and Wildlife Service, Teagasc, County Wicklow
Partnership, Irish Uplands Forum, Mountaineering Ireland etc.
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DESCRIPTION OF WORK:
This process will
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FACILITATE AND DEVELOP A THREE-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN FROM **APPLY ON THE
WEBSITE** -**APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
Wicklow Uplands Council’s existing Strategic Plan expired in **Apply
on the website** and the Council has since followed the priorities of
that plan. The organisation is seeking a consultant who will examine
that previous plan and evaluate the achievements and shortcomings of
same. The successful consultant will consult with all relevant parties
and review the mission and guiding values of the organisation and help
to identify the key priorities and themes that will guide and focus
the work of Wicklow Uplands Council in the period **Apply on the
website**. The new Strategic Plan will include measurable objectives
and targets. And is expected to include a comprehensive communications
strategy to support the strategic plan, including key messages, target
audiences, communication channels, and a timeline for implementation.
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DETAILED SPECIFICATION AND REQUIREMENTS
THE SUCCESSFUL CONSULTANT WILL:
* Evaluate national, regional and local policies and plans that are
relevant to the mission and vision of Wicklow Uplands Council- Draft
River Basin Management Plan, Our Plance in time, Ireland’s 4th
National Biodiversity Action Plan, etc.
* Design and deliver a focused consultation process with members,
directors, stakeholders and key funders to inform the development of
the new strategic plan.
* A SWOT analysis.
* Review the vision, mission and guiding values of the organisation
* Assist in identifying the key priorities which will guide the work
of Wicklow Uplands Council throughout the next period including the
Nature Restoration law, Biodiversity and Climate Crises and UN
Sustainable Development Goals.
* Facilitate and draft and effective and forward looking Wicklow
Uplands Council * Strategic Plan
* Prepare a communications /works programme to support the strategic
plan, including key messages, target audiences, communication
channels, and a timeline for implementation.
* Establish metrics and a framework for monitoring progress and
evaluating the effectiveness of the strategic plan and communications
strategy, ensuring ongoing refinement and improvement.
* Include any additional recommendations in their submission which
might add to this process.
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CONDITIONS FOR PARTICIPATION
Tenderers should prepare a written submission which details the
following:
* Name, address and contact details of the individual or company. In
the case of a company the details of a main contact person must be
supplied
* Detail of previous appropriate experience in facilitation and
strategic planning and relevant qualifications
* Provide a clear methodology on how the tenderer will fulfil the
requirements of this tender document and a proposed timeline for same.
* Provide a clear breakdown of costs and the overall cost for the
service provided. This must be exclusive of VAT but the relevant VAT
rate should be indicated. The price must be quoted in euro.
* Note - the successful tenderer will be required to provide
evidence of tax compliance
* All costs associated with the consultant’s response to the
Request for Tender will be the responsibility of the consultant.
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SPECIFIC SKILLS REQUIRED
* The individual or organisation must be experienced in working with
groups and developing strategic plans for non-profit organisations or
voluntary organisation
* An ability to engage effectively with participants to draw out
relevant information to guide the strategic planning process.
* A good knowledge of the Governance Code requirements for small
organisations.
* Experience working with multi-stakeholder groups.
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DATA PROTECTION
Wicklow Uplands Council is subject to GDPR. If you consider that any
of the information supplied by you is either commercially sensitive or
confidential in nature, this should be highlighted and the reasons for
its sensitivity specified.
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PROPOSED TIMELINE
It is envisaged that this process will begin no later than **Apply on
the website**st July * and will be completed no
later than the end of October * _i.e_. over a
maximum period of 4 months from the start date.
CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF TENDERS
The closing date for the receipt of tenders is **Apply on the
website** noon on *th July **Apply on the
website**. Tenders should be returned to Wicklow Uplands Council via
email to *. Tenders received late will not be
considered
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EVALUATION PROCESS
All tender proposals will be checked for compliance with the Request
for Tender conditions. Potential consultants will be assessed both on
their tender proposal and if required, a follow up interview. They
will be assessed against the following major attributes:
* Proven capability and experience in research, consultation and
strategic planning ( *)
* Methodology ( *)
* Cost ( *)
* Timeframe
Wicklow Uplands Council is not bound to accept the lowest, or any
tender and will award the contract to its best advantage.
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CONTACT:
Please return tender to the email address below, with all queries
directed to same:
Closing Date: Thursday *thst July **Apply on
the website** ( * noon)
Lorna Kelly, Coordinator, Wicklow Uplands Council
Tel No: *
Email: *
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
