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Consultancy : Traditional Ecological Knowledge Learning Program

WWF-AustraliaAU

8 days ago

Job description

WWF-Australia’s current strategic plan includes nature-based solutions (NbS) as a key outcome supporting our goal of regenerating nature by 2030. We have NbS programs in Australia and internationally in Asia-Pacific. These programs are exploring community and First-Nations led approaches to NbS, recognising that Indigenous people and local communities have vast knowledge, experience and wisdom of their ‘places’ and that this can be harnessed to create NbS that are high-integrity, inclusive with potential transformative outcomes for people, nature, and climate

WWF-Australia is seeking a consultant or consultancy firm to lead the delivery of a learning program focused on Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) and Biocultural Nature-based Solutions (NbS).

The TEK Learning Program aims to :

Deepen understanding of the value and benefits of TEK in NbS.
Explore the successes and challenges of biocultural NbS compared to standard NbS.
Provide guidance for NGOs, donors, and other stakeholders on how to work respectfully and effectively with Indigenous peoples and local communities.

Consultancy Terms of Reference

We estimate that the level of effort for this assignment is between 40-50 days.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct a literature review on TEK and biocultural NbS.

Design and facilitate reflection and learning workshops in Northern Australia and the Pacific.

Lead qualitative research including key informant interviews and focus group discussions.

Produce a final research report, learning brief, and presentation materials.

Present findings at key events.

We’re looking for suitable candidates who have :

Experience working with Indigenous, First Nations, or local communities on traditional ecological knowledge and NbS within conservation and / or community development projects

Experience integrating cultural knowledge into projects and programs

Strong research and analytical skills

Strong writing and presentation skills for diverse audiences including NGOs, donors, and community groups

Ability to manage timelines, coordinate, collaborate with stakeholders, and deliver outputs on schedule and within budget

Commitment to respectful, inclusive, and culturally appropriate engagement with Indigenous peoples and local communities

Experience working / residing in the Pacific and / or Northern Australia

Lived experience of traditional ecological knowledge systems, approaches and practices.

WWF-A invites consultants (firms or individuals) to submit a proposal describing and articulating the work requirements outlined in this TOR. The submission should include :

Your understanding of research questions & proposed methodology

CVs of all team members

Links to three relevant and recent work samples

Financial proposal (free format) including the consulting daily rate. Please note that the financial proposal should be all inclusive (including travel, etc.) as no separate allowances will be provided.

Name and contact details of three professional references.

Send applications no later than midnight, 15 July 2025 to Charlotte Sterrett

Consultancy Terms of Reference

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