Consultant for a Post-Merger Strategy DevelopmentRECI-FoBBIZ is seeking an experienced consultant to support our organisation in the development of our first joint strategy following the recent merger of RECI (Swiss Network for Education and International Cooperation) and FoBBIZ (Swiss Forum for Skills Development and International Cooperation).Following this merger, RECI-FoBBIZ is entering a crucial transition year in 2026. A key priority is to co-create a new, shared strategic direction together with our members and our Board, building on the strengths of both organisations and positioning the network for greater impact. We are therefore looking for a consultant to facilitate and support a participatory, merger-aware strategy process.Objective of the assignmentThe consultant will support RECI-FoBBIZ in developing a clear, actionable strategy that defines our shared vision, strategic priorities, implications for our governance structure and an implementation roadmap. The process will be participatory and will actively involve network members, the Board, and selected external stakeholders. The consultant will act as a neutral facilitator and provide methodological expertise, analysis and drafting support. In the process, the consultant will also support identity-building and post-merger cohesion. Key tasks may includeDesigning and facilitating a participatory strategy processConducting situation analysis and stakeholder consultationsFacilitating in-person and online workshops with members and BoardSetting up the strategy process in a way that supports the development of a shared identity and culture following the mergerDrafting the strategy framework and implementation roadmapSupporting the validation and finalisation of the strategy documentProfile and requirements of the consultantExperienced strategy consultantProven experience working with Swiss NGOs in international cooperationStrong experience in facilitating participatory processes and bringing together diverse stakeholdersAffinity for network and member-based organisationsAvailability for approximately 12–16 days between April and September 2026Availability for on-site workshops in Bern (09 June 2026)Very good command of EnglishKnowledge of German and French (for reading documents)Knowledge of Education and Vocational Skills Development (VSD) topics in international cooperation is an asset, as well as familiarity with key national and international actorsUnderstanding of advocacy work in a network organisation is an asset Further details on the context, objectives, timeline and expected deliverables are outlined in the attached concept note. Interested consultants are invited to submit a short expression of interest including:A brief track record of relevant experienceProposed daily rateAvailability during the indicated periodCV or organisational profileA brief (max. 1 page) outline of the proposed process and methodology for the strategy development, based on the attached concept note Please send your expression of interest info@reci-education.ch by 21 February 2026. IMPORTANT ! : PLEASE READ THE FULL DOCUMENT WITH CONCEPT NOTE AND TIMELINE
