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National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) is a nonprofit organization focused on protecting the nation's national parks for future generations.

Summary:

The NPCA seeks a consultant to develop its next Strategic Plan through an inclusive, collaborative process involving various stakeholders. Ideal candidates should have experience in strategic planning for nonprofit organizations and demonstrated cultural competency.

Job Description:

Request for Proposal:
Strategic Planning Consultant

Due: Monday, July 7, 2025
To be awarded by July 18, 2025

National Parks Conservation Association
Strategic Planning

Timeline: Mid-July, 2025 through June 30, 2026

National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) is seeking proposals from a qualified consultant or consulting firm to co-create, facilitate, and oversee the process and development of NPCA’s next Strategic Plan, to be finalized (in draft) by May 2026, with final board approval in late June 2026...

  • A detailed project plan.
  • Stakeholder engagement and data collection tools (e.g., surveys, interviews, focus groups).
  • Facilitation in-person of at least two board/staff retreats, and at least eight virtual planning or refining sessions, in addition to regular check-ins with organization leads.
  • Distillation of emerging themes and broad areas of consensus.
  • Draft and final versions of the strategic plan document, developed in collaboration with organization leadership.
  • Recommendations for implementation, evaluation, and review.

QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal consultant or firm will have:

  • Proven experience facilitating strategic planning for nonpartisan, nonprofit organizations; work with advocacy organizations is a plus.
  • Strong understanding of nonprofit structures, policy and systems change work, and coalition building.
  • Demonstrated cultural competence and ability to work effectively across multiple different perspectives, while adhering to NPCA’s nonpartisan mission.
  • Experience applying equitable approaches to facilitation practices.
  • Skill in integrating multiple perspectives into cohesive strategic frameworks.

PROPOSAL GUIDELINES
Interested candidates should submit a proposal that includes:
1. Cover Letter outlining interest and relevant experience.
2. Approach and Methodology: A description of how you would approach the project, including stakeholder engagement and inclusivity.
3. Timeline with key milestones and deliverables.
4. Budget: Proposed fee structure, including hourly/daily rates, estimated hours, and any anticipated expenses.
5. Qualifications and Experience: Résumé(s), bios, or organizational profile, including specific examples of cultural competency.
6. References: At least two references from organizations where similar work was accomplished.
7. Sample Work (if available): Two to three examples of previous strategic plans or facilitation products.

PROPOSAL SUBMISSION TIMELINE
Deadline for Submission: July 7
Interviews with Finalists: July 9-15
Selection Notification: by or before July 18
Start Date: As soon as practicable
Project End Date: June 30, 2026

PROPOSAL SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS
Please submit your proposal electronically in PDF format to the Hiring Lead (see above), with Subject Line: Strategic Planning RFP – [Your Name or Firm Name]
Questions can also be submitted to the Hiring Lead, no later than July 3.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.