INVITATION FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST - Baseline Study on Electoral Integrity in Zimbabwe

Transparency International Zimbabwe (TI Z) is a non
• profit, non
• partisan, systems
• oriented local chapter of the international movement against corruption. Its broad mandate is to fight corruption and related vices through integrity networks in line with the Transparency International Global Strategy. TI Z believes corruption can only be sufficiently tackled by all citizens including people at the grassroots level.

TI Z seeks a consultant with demonstrated expertise in governance, electoral systems, and anti
• corruption research. Applicants should hold a Requirements in political science, law, public policy, or a related field.

Scope of Work
The consultant/s will review Zimbabwe’s electoral legislation, institutional frameworks, and administrative procedures, with particular focus on the performance and independence of electoral bodies, campaign conduct and finance, voter registration, dispute resolution, and public participation. The study will integrate lessons and reports from civil society monitors, election observers, media, political actors, and marginalised constituencies, while also identifying systemic challenges such as politicisation, lack of enforcement, and opaque processes. The consultant/s will assess the current state of electoral integrity in relation to regional and global commitments, providing a clear analysis of where Zimbabwe meets, exceeds, or falls short of applicable standards. The study will ultimately recommend practical steps to improve the transparency, effectiveness, and legitimacy of the electoral process, thereby enhancing public trust and democratic resilience.

Applications must be submitted via email to tiz@tizim.org with the subject line:“Expression of Interest – Electoral Integrity Baseline Study”. The closing date for submissions is COB on 18th of July 2025 and no documents shall be received or entertained after this due date.