Consultancy Service: Market Assessment for Promotion of Eco-Enterprises

Vacancy Announcement

Consultancy Service: Market Assessment for Promotion of Eco-Enterprises

Organization: Public Awareness Campaign Nepal (PAC Nepal)

Location: Dhanusha District (with field visits in Ganeshman Charnath, Janaknandani, and Shahidnagar Municipalities)

Project: Civil Society for Nature-Based Local Agri-Food Systems (CS4FS)

Application Deadline: 6 Sep 2025

About PAC Nepal

Public Awareness Campaign Nepal (PAC Nepal) is a nonprofit, service-oriented organization established in 2010 by local youths and artists of Janakpur. We work to bring sustainable changes in the lives of marginalized and poor communities through education, health, WASH, child protection, livelihood, agriculture, and emergency response. Our vision is a sustainable, empowered, equal, and self-reliant community.

In partnership with Welthungerhilfe (WHH Nepal), Aasaman Nepal, and JWAS, PAC Nepal is implementing the BMZ and WHH supported Civil Society for Nature-Based Local Agri-Food Systems (CS4FS) Project. As part of this initiative, PAC Nepal is leading eco-entrepreneurship and enterprise development components.

To strengthen this work, we are seeking a qualified Consultant/Firm to conduct a Market Assessment for Eco-Enterprise Promotion in Dhanusha district.

Purpose of the Assignment

The consultant will assess input and output market systems, identify eco-enterprise opportunities, and recommend feasible, sustainable business models that promote regenerative agriculture and inclusive livelihoods for women, youth, and marginalized groups.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct desk reviews of relevant studies, policies, and value chain analyses.
• Carry out field research (surveys, KIIs, FGDs) with farmers, market actors, youth, and women.
• Map value chains, supply chains, and market actors.
• Recommend viable eco-enterprises (on-farm, off-farm, processing, and post-harvest).
• Suggest business models and capacity-building needs for sustainable enterprise development.
• Submit reports (Inception, Draft, and Final) within the assignment timeline.

Deliverables

• Inception Report (methodology, tools, work plan)
• Draft Report (findings, market analysis, recommendations)
• Final Report (incorporating partner feedback)
• Presentation to PAC Nepal and partners

Duration & Location

Assignment period: 15 working days (excluding review/revision period)
Location: Dhanusha District (with travel to project municipalities)

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Rural Development, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in market assessment, enterprise development, regenerative agriculture, or rural livelihoods.
• Strong research and analytical skills (both qualitative and quantitative).
• Experience working with NGOs/INGOs and private sector actors.
• Knowledge of eco-business models, agroecology, and value chain development.
• Excellent writing and communication skills in English and Nepali (Maithili is an advantage).

Application Procedure

Submit applications to:pacn.vacancy@gmail.com  or Hard Copy at PAC Nepal Office

Address: Pragatinagar Tole, Janakpurdham-14, Madhesh Province

Contact: 041-530510

Safeguarding & PSEA

PAC Nepal has a zero-tolerance policy against any form of abuse, exploitation, or harassment. Consultants must commit to PAC Nepal’s Safeguarding and PSEA Policy and Code of Conduct.