CARE International UK (CIUK) is committed to living our organisational values and Feminist Leadership Principles (FLPs) in how we work, lead, make decisions, and relate to one another. We recognise that values and principles are only meaningful when they are clearly understood, shared, and actively practised across the organisation.
We are seeking an experienced Consultant to create a Behavioural Competency Framework that articulates what it looks like in practice to live our values and Feminist Leadership Principles in a practical way (which can be embedded in Job Descriptions (JDs) and staff workplans, and used in performance management and staff development).
Key deliverables
- A behavioural competency framework aligned with organisational values and Feminist Leadership Principles
- A brief summary of the creation approach and rationale
- Simple tool and guidance notes for practical use – how we apply to JDs; workplans; staff development; enhance the culture
- A clear, values-aligned implementation roadmap
Timeline
- Consultancy expected to run for 2-4 months, with flexibility to accommodate stakeholder availability
- Framework should be completed and ready to launch by June 2026.
About you
We are looking for a Consultant with:
- Demonstrable experience developing values-based and feminist leadership competency frameworks
- Experience, skills and evidence developing a framework and tools that support practical application in the real world with limited resources
- Experience working with charities and/or INGOs
- Experience confidently navigating diverse stakeholders and thriving in dynamic organisational environments
- The ability to work in a way that is aligned with our values and Feminist Leadership Principles.
Budget
An indicative budget is available for this work. Please contact Esiri Lawrence, Director of People and Organisational Development, for further details.
Proposals should include:
- A clear breakdown of costs
- An outline of the proposed approach and timeline
Application Process
Please submit a proposal of no more than 2 pages outlining:
- A brief proposal outlining their understanding of the brief – any questions of clarification required to refine further
- Proposed approach and methodology – being mindful of limited staff time/ capacity
- Clarification of what deliverables will be provided at the end of the project so that CIUK can implement use of this framework
- Relevant experience (particularly relating to CIUK’s mission, and the nature of our values and Feminist Leadership Principles)
- Timescales and costs
- Relevant examples/case studies of similar work (where appropriate).
Deadline for applications: 5pm on Monday 9 February 2026. Applications and queries to be sent to Esiri Lawrence, Director of People and Organisational Development, who is responsible for the project.