2027 Volunteer Strategy and Partnership Mapping for Equatorial Guinea

Mission and objectives

As the United Nations lead agency on international development, UNDP works in 170 countries and territories to eradicate poverty and reduce inequality. UNDP help countries to develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities, and to build resilience to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. The organisation’s work is concentrated in three focus areas: sustainable development, democratic governance and peace building, and climate and disaster resilience. UNDP’s mandate is to end poverty, build democratic governance, rule of law, and inclusive institutions. We advocate for change, and connect countries to knowledge, experience, and resources to help people build a better life. UNDP has been in Equatorial Guinea since 1976. The Country Office (CO) is currently implementing the Country Programme Document (CPD) 2019-2023. The current CPD is focused on 2 pillars: (i) inclusive and sustainable development, and (ii) strengthen effective, accountable, and inclusive governance. The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme is supporting the identification of strategic opportunities to strengthen volunteer mobilization and engagement in Equatorial Guinea. As part of planning for 2027, UNV seeks to map potential donors, development partners, government institutions, UN agencies, civil society organizations, academic institutions, and private sector stakeholders that could collaborate on volunteer initiatives and support volunteer mobilization efforts aligned with national and UN priorities. The findings will contribute to strategic engagement, resource mobilization efforts, and the development of a volunteerism strategy for Equatorial Guinea.

Context

Volunteerism is a cross-cutting mechanism that helps strengthen community participation, local ownership, social cohesion, and the achievement of sustainable development outcomes. As the UN advances implementation of the 2030 Agenda and country-level programming frameworks, there is an opportunity to better position volunteerism as an enabler of development results. This assignment will contribute to generating evidence and recommendations that can support advocacy efforts and strengthen the integration of volunteerism across UN priorities and programmes in Lusophone countries.

Task Description

Under the guidance of the Regional Office, the Online Volunteer will: Conduct desk research on the development landscape in Equatorial Guinea. Identify and map key stakeholders, including: Government ministries and institutions; UN agencies; International financial institutions; Bilateral and multilateral donors; Development partners; Civil society organizations and NGOs; Universities and youth networks; Private sector entities with corporate social responsibility initiatives. Research ongoing programmes and initiatives where volunteers could contribute. Identify potential entry points for volunteer mobilization and community engagement. Analyze opportunities for partnerships related to youth engagement, health, education, gender equality, climate action, social cohesion, and community development. Compile relevant information on donor priorities and funding areas related to civic engagement and volunteerism. Develop recommendations on strategic partners with whom UNV could initiate discussions regarding volunteer mobilization and collaboration in 2027. Expected Deliverables By the end of the assignment, the Online Volunteer will provide: 1. Stakeholder Mapping Report A list of key institutions and partners in Equatorial Guinea, including their mandates and potential areas of collaboration with UNV. 2. Donor Mapping Matrix A concise matrix of potential donors and development partners, including thematic priorities and opportunities for engagement. 3. Volunteer Mobilization Opportunities Brief Identification of sectors and programmes where volunteers could support development outcomes. 4. Strategic Recommendations Practical recommendations for strengthening partnerships and volunteer mobilization efforts as part of UNV's 2027 planning. 5. Executive Summary Presentation A short presentation summarizing key findings and recommended next steps.

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