Strategic Planning Consultant

Pillar Nonprofit Network; London; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Ontario seeks a Strategic Planning Consultant to develop a comprehensive strategic plan focusing on harm reduction and housing first principles. The consultant will engage stakeholders, conduct analyses, and provide actionable strategies to enhance service delivery to marginalized communities.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of housing first and harm reduction models.
• Experience in social services or non-profit settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of a 3- to 5-year strategic plan.
• Facilitate engagement with stakeholders.
• Conduct environmental scans and provide recommendations.

Skills

Communication

Facilitation

Strategic Planning

Job description

Request for Proposal (RFP): Strategic Planning Consultant

Background

Our organization provides front-line support, advocacy, and housing services to individuals facing homelessness, many of whom also experience substance use challenges, mental health concerns, and systemic barriers. We are committed to delivering our services through atrauma-informed, anti-oppressive, andculturally responsivelens.

Our work is rooted in the principles ofharm reductionandhousing first, and we seek a consultant who aligns with these models and who brings a deep understanding of their implementation within the context of social services in Ontario.

Scope of Work

The selected consultant will be expected to:

• Lead the development of a 3- to 5-year strategic plan, including clear goals, objectives, and actionable strategies.
• Facilitate meaningful engagement with stakeholders, including staff, board members, program participants, partners, and community members.
• Conduct an environmental scan, including SWOT or PESTLE analysis, and incorporate findings into strategic recommendations.
• Align strategic priorities with the values of harm reduction, housing first, trauma-informed practice, and anti-oppression.
• Provide guidance on implementation and evaluation strategies to ensure accountability and adaptability.

Required Qualifications

The ideal candidate will:

• Demonstrate a strong understanding of thehousing firstandharm reductionmodels, with experience applying them in a social services or non-profit setting.
• Have experience working with or withincharitiesornon-profitsserving marginalized communities, particularly people experiencing homelessness.
• Use atrauma-informed,anti-oppressive, andequity-focusedapproach in all aspects of their work.
• Be an effective facilitator with excellent communication skills and a proven ability to synthesize diverse stakeholder input.
• Be innovative, adaptable, and strategic in navigating complex social and political environments.
• Have a strong track record of delivering high-quality, actionable strategic plans.
• Project work plan and timeline
• Draft and final strategic plan document
• Presentation of strategic plan to the board and staff team

Timeline

Activity

Date

RFP Release

Proposal Submission Deadline

Selection & Notification

Project Start Date

Project Completion

May 1, 2025

May 20, 2025

January 31, 2026

Proposal Requirements

Please include the following in your proposal:

• A letter of interest
• Consultant profile and relevant experience
• Description of approach and methodology
• Sample of a previous strategic plan (if available)
• Proposed work plan and timeline
• Budget and fee structure
• Contact information for three professional references

Evaluation Criteria

Proposals will be evaluated based on the following:

• Demonstrated alignment with harm reduction and housing first principles
• Experience with trauma-informed and anti-oppressive approaches
• Quality and clarity of the proposed approach
• Relevant experience and qualifications
• Cost-effectiveness and value for money
• References and past performance

Submission Instructions

Please submit your proposal as a single PDF document to Chris Moss, Executive Director at [e-mail] by May 20, 2025. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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