Risk Management Plan Development

The contract seeks the development of a comprehensive risk management plan focused on identifying and addressing critical risks associated with data access, stakeholder engagement, and field travel in low- and middle-income countries. The work must align with internationally recognized ethical standards, ensuring that data collection and handling practices respect privacy, consent, and local governance structures, while also supporting meaningful and equitable involvement of local communities and partners. Special attention is required to navigate cultural, political, and logistical challenges that may arise during field operations, including security concerns, infrastructure limitations, and differential power dynamics between external researchers and local stakeholders. The subcontract is issued by the International Development Research Centre under the Government of Canada and is categorized under NAICS code 541690, indicating it involves other scientific and technical consulting services. Responses are due by June 22, 2026, and the performance location is specified as Canada, though the actual risk mitigation strategies must be designed with direct applicability to field contexts in low- and middle-income settings. The successful bidder will be expected to deliver a practical, culturally informed, and ethically grounded plan that can be operationalized by partner organizations working in complex environments, with an emphasis on sustainability, local ownership, and compliance with Canadian international development principles.