Local Champions Initiative Senegal

IFC, through its Senegal Country Management Unit in collaboration with the FCS Africa team, is seeking expressions of interest from consulting firms for the assessment phase of the Local Champions Initiative in Senegal. The assignment involves developing a rigorous understanding of the SME ecosystem, mapping financing pathways, diagnosing critical gaps, and identifying and screening prospective businesses to assess their bankability, investment readiness, and technical assistance needs. The initiative targets MSMEs, combining capacity building, financing, and sustained client engagement. Eligible firms must demonstrate qualifications in the assignment field, technical and managerial capabilities, core business experience, and qualified key staff. The opportunity covers the financial sector including banking institutions, and industry, trade and services spanning agricultural markets, agri-business, and manufacturing. It applies to Senegal. No contract value or financial amount is stated. The EOI deadline is August 26, 2026, with publication on August 12, 2026. Strategically, this positions a firm to shape IFC's subsequent investment portfolio expansion and potentially secure follow-on implementation work. The source does not specify a contact person, application link, or contract value.