TERMS OF REFERENCE
State Government Partnerships Consultant
Madhya Pradesh
Organisation: Milaan Be The Change
Programme: Girl Icon Programme (GIP 3.0)
Location: Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
Duration: 9 months (January–September 2027), extendable based on performance and programme needs
Start Date: January 2027
Time Commitment: 10–12 working days per month against an agreed monthly work plan
1. About Milaan
Milaan Be The Change works to empower adolescent girls through education, leadership, and opportunities to bring change in their communities. Milaan plans to strengthen its engagement with the Madhya Pradesh government to support the implementation and expansion of the Girl Icon Programme (GIP).
For this purpose, Milaan will engage a consultant to build relationships with government departments, facilitate meetings, develop partnerships, and support the rollout of the GIP in Madhya Pradesh.
2. Key Responsibilities and Deliverables
A. Government Engagement and Networking
- Map at least 15 key government stakeholders at the state and district levels and develop a government engagement plan within the first month.
- Facilitate at least two state government consultation meetings per month.
- Facilitate Milaan’s participation in one to two existing government task forces, committees, and working groups relevant to adolescent girls and the GIP.
B. State Government MoU for GIP
- Facilitate discussions with the Madhya Pradesh State Government to establish a formal partnership for GIP.
- Work towards one MoU with the State Government covering collaboration with ICDS/NHM through the relevant department.
- Work towards signing the MoU within the consultancy period, subject to government approval timelines.
C. District-Level Government Partnerships
- Facilitate engagement with the district administration (DM, SDM, DPO, CMO) and relevant government departments in identified districts.
- Work towards securing at least one district-level Letter of Intent (LoI) and/or MoU with ICDS or NHM.
- Support four to five district-level discussions on programme implementation and stakeholder responsibilities.
D. Government Funding
- Prepare a list of at least 10 potential government funding sources (such as the State Mineral Fund or funds allocated under the PPP model) aligned with the GIP.
- Facilitate at least three meetings with relevant government departments or officials to discuss possible funding.
3. Payment Terms
The consultancy fee will be agreed upon before signing the contract.
- 80% of the total consultancy fee will be paid in monthly instalments against satisfactory completion of agreed activities and deliverables.
- 20% of the total consultancy fee is linked to completion and acceptance of the agreed state-level MoU milestone.
The contract will include a review mechanism for delays caused by government approval processes. Official travel and other approved expenses will be reimbursed separately as per Milaan’s policies.
4. Performance Review and Extension
Progress will be reviewed monthly against the agreed work plan. Any extension will be based on progress, programme needs, and mutual written agreement.
5. Confidentiality, Intellectual Property and Termination
The consultant will maintain the confidentiality of all information shared by Milaan and its partners and will not disclose such information to third parties without prior written consent.
All materials, documents, trackers, concept notes, proposals, and other work products created under this consultancy will remain the intellectual property of Milaan Be The Change.
Either party may terminate the contract by giving 30 days’ written notice. Payment for satisfactory work completed up to the termination date will be made according to the agreed contract terms.
6. Required Profile
While the final selection criteria will be set by Milaan, the following profile is indicative of the experience and competencies required:
- Proven track record of 10–15 years of government liaison and partnership development at state level in Madhya Pradesh.
- Strong understanding of government schemes and structures relevant to adolescent girls (e.g., ICDS, RKSK, education, health).
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple stakeholders, and deliver against agreed timelines.
- Willingness to travel within Madhya Pradesh as required.
How to Apply
Please send your CV along with a cover letter, telling us briefly why you are suitable for the position, to
careers@milaan.in with the subject line “Application for
State Government Partnerships Consultant”.
Note: Milaan is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all individuals regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, and evaluate all candidates based on merit.