Consultancy Opportunity: Water Sources Mapping and Identification – CROPS4HD
Project: CROPS4HD Phase IILocation: Lindi and Mtwara Regions, Tanzania (Lindi Municipal Council, Mtama DC, Mtwara DC, Masasi DC, and Nanyumbu DC)1.0 BackgroundThe CROPS4HD II Project (Consumption of Resilient Orphan Crops for Products for Healthier Diets – Agrobiodiversity forImproved Food Security and Nutrition) aims to improve the livelihoods, food security, and nutrition of rural communities—especially women—through the sustainable use and conservation of farmers’ varieties and neglected and underutilized species(NUS). The project promotes agroecological approaches that strengthen climate resilience while ensuring diversified andsustainable food systems.Access to reliable and sustainable water sources is a critical enabler of resilient agriculture and improved nutrition. Adequatewater supply supports crop production, livestock, and household needs, directly influencing livelihoods and community wellbeing. However, communities in the Lindi and Mtwara Regions continue to face challenges in accessing sufficient and reliablewater due to environmental variability, limited infrastructure, and climate impacts.To address these challenges and enhance evidence-based planning, the programme intends to commission a Water SurveyConsultancy to map and identify existing water sources in the target project areas. The consultancy will provide detailed dataon the quantity, capacity, and quality of the water sources to inform project implementation and community-level decisionmaking.2.0 Objectives of the AssignmentThe overall objective of this consultancy is to generate reliable data and knowledge on existing water sources within the Lindiand Mtwara regions to support evidence-based planning and interventions under the CROPS4HD II Project.Specific objectives:• Identify, map, and document a total of 64 existing water sources across the target districts and councils as follows:o Lindi Municipal Council – 10 sites/villageso Mtama District Council – 17 sites/villageso Mtwara District Council – 7 sites/villageso Masasi District Council – 20 sites/villageso Nanyumbu District Council – 10 sites/villages • Assess the functionality, capacity, accessibility, and sustainability of the identified water sources.• Produce geo-referenced maps showing the distribution and status of all mapped water sources.• Provide actionable recommendations to guide project planning and community-based interventions for sustainablewater use and management.3.0 Scope of WorkThe consultant/firm will carry out the following tasks: How to Apply: Submit your application electronically to info@recoda.or.tz with subject line: “Application – Consultancy for Water Sources Mapping (CROPS4HD II)” Download Terms of Reference: [PDF here] For more information, please contact RECODA at the email address above.
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