The CGIAR System Organization invites qualified executive search agencies to submit proposals for inclusion in a panel of partners to deliver high-quality executive recruitment services. The objective is to enhance CGIAR’s leadership capacity and ensure diverse, global talent pipelines aligned with CGIAR’s mission and values.
- Scope: End-to-end executive search or specific components (e.g., candidate sourcing, market mapping, assessments, onboarding support).
- Eligibility: Agencies with a proven track record in executive placements, especially in international, mission-driven organizations, and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Agreement: Framework agreement for 12 months, extendable up to 36 months based on performance.
- Deliverables: Search strategy, market mapping, candidate shortlists, assessment reports, and regular progress updates.
- Timeline:
- RFP Issued: 03 October 2025
- Intent to Submit & Questions Due: 10 October 2025
- Responses to Questions: 14 October 2025
- Proposal Submission Deadline: 27 October 2025, 6:00 PM CET (Paris time)
- Notification of Award: 07 November 2025
Proposal Submission & Contact Information:
- Submit both narrative and fee proposals (in separate documents) to smo-bidding@cgiar.org by October 27, 2025.
- Letter of intent to bid, and questions must be submitted by October 10, 2025, and responses will be provided by October 14, 2025.
For full details, download the RFP document