ADEL Africa-Wide Call for Expert Consultants 2026
About this opportunity
Remote development consulting opportunities for experts in Africa-wide development projects. Applications open for a roster.
The African Development Evidence Lab (ADEL) invites experienced African professionals to join its 2026 Expert Consultant Roster, a remote, project-based network for high-impact development consulting. This opportunity supports research, evaluation, advisory, and digital innovation across Africa, offering flexibility and access to diverse assignments in sectors like climate resilience, public health, data analytics, and governance. Applicants must be seasoned consultants or researchers with relevant expertise and a passion for evidence-driven sustainable development.
What it offers
- Remote, project-based consultancy on Africa-wide assignments across climate, health, data, governance, and digital innovation.
- Access to multidisciplinary projects with governments, UN agencies, NGOs, and private sector partners.
- Flexible engagements—field-based or remote, depending on project needs.
- No guaranteed salary; inclusion on the roster enables future project opportunities.
- Networking with leading development institutions and participation in policy research.
Who can apply
Experienced professionals from Africa with technical expertise in development fields such as:
- Research, data science, GIS, public health, MEAL, governance, and digital innovation.
- Independent consultants, researchers, policy analysts, or field experts with at least 5+ years’ experience in development programming.
- Strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of African development contexts required.
What you'll do
- Contribute to evidence-based projects (e.g., impact evaluations, policy research, digital platform development).
- Collaborate with multilateral agencies, donors, and African institutions to improve policies and institutions.
- Work on thematic areas like climate resilience, gender equality, public health, and data analytics.
- Engage in project-based assignments (no fixed employment).
How to apply
- Submit applications before 31 October 2026 via the official ADEL website.
- No explicit documentation or application steps listed beyond submission.
Good to know
- Not a salaried role; inclusion on the roster does not guarantee immediate work.
- Remote-first; fieldwork may be required for specific projects.
- Interdisciplinary expertise (combining research, policy, and technology) is highly valued.
- Contact ADEL’s official email for inquiries.
Key details
What you get
- Access to **Africa-wide consultancy opportunities** across sectors like climate resilience, public health, and data analytics.
- Collaboration with **governments, UN agencies, NGOs, and private sector partners**.
- Flexible, **project-based engagements** (remote or field-based).
- Participation in **evidence-driven policy and research initiatives**.
How to apply
- Submit applications via the official ADEL website before **31 October 2026**.
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