Environmental Law Guide :CONSULTANCY

1. Experience
The Zimbabwe Environmental Law Organisation through its research arm, the Africa Institute of Environmental Law has partnered with Midlands State University and University of Zimbabwe to establish environmental law units within the existing legal aid clinic.

The consultant should demonstrate practical Experience in the work and should have the following Requirements:
• The candidate must be a qualified legal practitioner with a minimum of five (5) years of Experience in natural resource laws, including demonstrated expertise in environmental law, biodiversity law, and climate law.
• Proven ability to critically analyze complex legal texts and policy documents, with Experience in providing constructive feedback that enhances clarity, rigor, and scholarly value.
• Familiarity with key regional and international conventions, treaties, and frameworks related to environmental law and biodiversity, such as the Convention on Biological Diversity, United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification, and relevant African Union policies.
• Demonstrated commitment to upholding high ethical standards in research, with sensitivity to the legal and cultural aspects of conservation work across different jurisdictions.

The consultant(s) will develop and execute the following:
i. Conduct a desktop research outlining the environmental legislation in Zimbabwe, regional and International environmental law
ii. Develop a comprehensive Environmental Law book/guide for Midlands State University and University of Zimbabwe
iii. Include useful supplementary materials (e.g., examples of national, regional and international caselaw on environment and climate change, examples of regional and international environmental law clinics)
iv. Incorporate the environmental law unit operational frameworks

• An application cover letter
• CV(s) of the expert and/or team members
• A proposal with a clear methodology that the consultants expect to use including timelines and budget. Applications should be sent to procurementzw@gmail.com and by 22 August 2025.