Expression of Interest for Social Audit

• 3rd Sep, 2025

SAHAS Nepal

Announcement for Consultancy Services

Group of Helping Hands (SAHAS) Nepal is a non-profit, non-governmental, social development organisation founded in 1996. Since its inception, the organisation has been working in remote rural areas focusing on vulnerable and socially excluded families who are deprived of development opportunities. SAHAS Nepal aims to strengthen the capacity of communities and partner organisations to create an environment conducive to sustainable development by fostering the communities' collective efforts. SAHAS Nepal continues to use the 'grassroots approach', 'Rights-Based Approach (RBA)' and 'inclusive community-based approach' to community development to identify and serve its target groups. These approaches involve group formation focusing on the vulnerable, Dalits, women, persons with disabilities and other marginal groups, ensuring full ownership over their development activities.

SAHAS Nepal is looking for a Consultancy service to conduct a Social Audit.

Duration of Assignment: 14 September to 9 October 2025 (with final report submission)

Duty Station:

·       Udayapur, Morang, Siraha, Rolpa, Surkhet, Dailekh, Jajarkot, and Kailali- Physically

·       Kalikot, Mugu, Bajura, and Okhadlhunga- Virtually

Eligibility Criteria:

Interested firms/individuals must meet the following criteria:

• Proven experience in conducting Social Audits, particularly in the development sector
• Demonstrated understanding of social, environmental, and economic impact assessment.
• Strong track record of stakeholder engagement and community-based research.
• Ability to provide a comprehensive report with clear, actionable recommendations.

Submission Requirements:

Interested parties should submit the following documents:

1. Cover Letter: A brief introduction to your firm/individual profile, highlighting relevant experience.
2. Technical Proposal: Outline your approach to conducting the Social Audit, including methodology, tools, and timelines.
3. Financial Proposal: Provide a detailed budget breakdown for the audit services.
4. PAN Number and Latest Tax Clearance Certificate
5. References: Contact details of at least two previous clients for whom similar services were provided.

Interested and qualified individuals are requested to submit the Expression of Interest (EoI) to info@sahasnepal.org.np with the subject line “EoI for Social Audit” by 10 September 2025.

Only shortlisted applications will be contacted for further process.