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Tenders are invited for Iucn Service Provision to Removal of Invasive Species and Planting Native Tree Species- Ibanda-Makera Forest Location: Kigali Deadline: Saturday, 14/03/2026 17:00 Terms of Reference for IUCN service provision. Removal of invasive species and planting native tree species- Ibanda-Makera forest 1. Objectives of the assignment This assignment has the following objective: Removal and damping of invasive species and planting tree seedlings in Ibanda-Makera natural remnant forest. 3. Background The project Reducing Vulnerability to Climate Change through Enhanced Community-based Biodiversity Conservation in the Eastern Province of Rwanda (COMBIO) was initiated to complement the TREPA Project. COMBIO aims to promote biodiversity conservation and strengthen climate resilience in both protected and productive landscapes. It is aligned with Rwandas Green Growth and Climate Resilience Strategy. About IUCN IUCN is a membership Union uniquely composed of both government and civil society organisations. It provides public, private and non-governmental organisations with the knowledge and tools that enable human progress, economic development and nature conservation to take place together. Created in 1948, IUCN is now the worlds largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge, resources and reach of more than 1,400 Member organisations and around 15,000 experts. It is a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis. Its broad membership enables IUCN to fill the role of incubator and trusted repository of best practices, tools and international standards. IUCN provides a neutral space in which diverse stakeholders including governments, NGOs, scientists, businesses, local communities, indigenous people organisations and others can work together to forge and implement solutions to environmental challenges and achieve sustainable development. Working with many partners and supporters, IUCN implements a large and diverse portfolio of conservation projects worldwide. Combining the latest science with the traditional knowledge of local communities, these projects work to reverse habitat loss, restore ecosystems and improve peoples well-being. www.iucn.org https://twitter.com/IUCN/ 2. About the Project The project is implemented through a consortium model, with the Rwanda Forestry Authority (RFA) acting as the lead implementing agency and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) serving as a core technical partner. As part of the projects implementation, forest management plans for key remnant forests were developed and validated. Subsequently, priority actions for restoration were identified, and three forests including Ibanda-Makera Natural remnant forests have been selected as the initial sites for implementation. To ensure effective implementation, RFA and IUCN are adopting a community-based approach. This involves identifying and engaging capable cooperatives from local communities surrounding the targeted forests, be willing, able to manage the funds, being involved in in restoration activities and having practical experience in FLR, legally registered and be inclusive (Men, women, youths and people with disability). 3. Description of the Assignment The incumbent will be assigned to remove invasive species and do enrichment planting of 139,480 seedlings on the total area of 69.74 Ha. The specific tasks are but not limited to: Removal and damping of invasive species such as lantana camara Holes pegging and digging Seedling transportation to the planting site, hole refilling and seedling planting Installation of live fence (1 m wide fence of Caesalpinia decapetala on boundary between NF and surrounding Private Plots) 1m*1m spacing. Beating up before final reception Comply to the technical recommendations provided by IUCN staff. Work with cooperative members and neighbouring communities in all restoration activities for job creation and ownership purposes. Planting trees as per determined standards, (timeline, spacing and species). Put in place the beating up plan, implementation, maintenance of trees and handover 4. Key deliverables and deadlines Deliverable/Activity Description Deadline A cleared area Invasive species are removed and damped on 69.74 ha 20th March 2026 An area with holes dug and refilled 139,480 seedlings with 40cm width and 40cm depth 10th April 2026 Number of seedlings transplanted, and area planted with seedlings 139,480 seedlings transplanted to near respective holes and 69.74 ha planted 30th April, 2026 Beating up All 139,480 trees planted and visible on site. 30th December, 2026 Tender Link : https://www.jobinrwanda.com/job/terms-reference-iucn-service-provision-removal-invasive-species-and-planting-native-tree
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