Consultant Job at Open Buffalo, Buffalo, NY

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  • Open Buffalo
  • Buffalo, NY

Job Description

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I. Introduction

Open Buffalo is a community-based organization dedicated to advancing racial, economic, and 

ecological justice in Buffalo, NY. As we embark on our next phase of growth, we seek a skilled 

strategic planning consultant to guide our organization in developing a comprehensive strategic 

plan that aligns with our mission, vision, and long-term sustainability goals.

II. Scope of Work

The selected consultant will collaborate with Open Buffalo’s leadership, staff, board members, 

and key community stakeholders to develop a 3-year strategic plan. The scope of work includes:

1. Organizational Assessment: Conduct a comprehensive review of Open Buffalo’s 

programs, operations, and external environment.

2. Financial Wellness and long-term sustainability: Assess Open Buffalo’s financial 

health, identify revenue diversification strategies, and develop a long-term financial 

sustainability plan to ensure organizational resilience.

3. Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitate focus groups, surveys, and interviews with staff, 

board, community partners, and funders.

4. Strategic Visioning: Develop a clear and actionable roadmap for Open Buffalo’s future, 

including priorities and goals.

5. Implementation Framework: Provide recommendations for executing the strategic 

plan, including metrics and evaluation measures.

6. Final Report & Presentation: Deliver a finalized strategic plan and present findings to 

Open Buffalo’s leadership team and board.

III. Deliverables

• A detailed work plan and timeline

• Stakeholder engagement findings summary

• Draft and final strategic plan document

• Presentation of strategic plan

IV. Qualifications & Experience

The ideal consultant will have:

• Experience in nonprofit strategic planning, particularly in social justice and 

environmental justice sectors.

• A proven track record of engaging diverse stakeholders in the planning process.

• Strong facilitation and communication skills.

• A strong understanding of how to communicate to both community members, funders 

and supporters.

V. Proposal Submission Requirements

Interested consultants should submit a proposal including:

1. 2-minute video explaining why you are the ideal consultant for the position, BONUS 

POINTS for creativity!

2. Cover Letter

3. Firm/Consultant Background

4. Proposed approach & methodology including communications and branding

5. Work Plan & Timeline

6. Detailed Budget Proposal and budget narrative

7. Relevant Experience & References

VI. Timeline

• RFP Released: February 19, 2025

• Proposal Submission Deadline: March 7, 2025

• Consultant Selection & Notification: March 21, 2025

• Project Start Date: April 7, 2025

• Completion of Strategic Plan: No later than October 31, 2025

VII. Selection Criteria

Proposals will be evaluated based on:

• Relevance and quality of past work 20%

• Understanding of Open Buffalo’s mission and goals 10%

• Video submission 10%

• Proposed methodology and work plan 30%

• Cost-effectiveness 25%

• References and qualifications 5%

VIII. Submission Details

  • Proposals should be submitted electronically to: Franchelle Parker Franchelle@openbuffalo.org. Please submit questions to jobs@openbuffalo.org

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