To increase awareness of KMT’s work externally and thus increase visibility for the organisation and its programmesTo strengthen KMT’s visibility and image among external stakeholdersTo support KMT’s networking activitiesTo build KMT’s staff communication skills so that they can communicate externally and represent the organisation effectivelyThe agency is required to have the following skills and experience:At least five years progressive experience carrying out PR activities for renowned organizationsAn organization which has carried out PR activities for non profit organizations will have an added advantageProven experience in the area of public relations and awareness especially in agribusinessAvailability and willingness to travel to various parts of the country when needed.Ability to work in close coordination with the communications department and other team members within the organization.Skilled and experienced staff in the area of public relations/communications/public affairsWillingness to work in a participatory and inclusive mannerStrong communication skills and a willingness to work in a participatory and inclusive mannerInterested firms or individuals should submit the following by 17th December 2014 at 5.00 pm:A Job Proposal that includes:A technical proposal stating how the firm intends to undertake the specified assignment with clear timelines.A financial proposal indicating consultancy fee (lump sum fee) and a breakdown of expenses (unit price together with any other expenses) related to the assignment.A Letter of Interest, stating why you consider yourself suitable for the assignmentSummaries of selected work carried out for previous clientsWork references with contact details (e-mail addresses) of refereesCVs of key lead staff highlighting previous experiences in similar projects/organizations;Description of any professional equipment and software that will be used during the assignment.Interested eligible bidders may obtain further information from, 14 Riverside, Cavendish Block, 3rd Floor, Suite B, Riverside Drive. T: (+254) 2588343/ 2588323/444582/4445830/4445847 Office Cellphone: 0722 201233/0735 337661 eMail: procurement@kenyamarkets.org.
Further information on the Kenya Market Trust can be obtained on the website: www.kenyamarkets.org
Proposals may also be submitted to KMT via the website.
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Jan 21, 2015
Kenya Markets Trust (KMT) is a trademark of the Market Development Trust established in 2012 in response to a growing understanding of the importance of market “systems” as a mechanism for economic growth and poverty reduction. KMT aims to create inclusive opportunities for the poor through market transformation. KMT will achieve its objectives by facilitating the realignment of the incentives, capacities, relationships and rules, which govern how markets work. KMT wants to intensify its public awareness so as to share lessons learnt and programme progress. KMT’s Communications Unit is therefore seeking the services of Public Relations Agency to strengthen its communication function.The main objectives of engaging a PR Firm are;
Apr 24, 2014
Request for Expression of Interest for Communications Agency Services
The SHOPS project health financing goal in Kenya is to increase the number of lives covered through private health financing.
The SHOPS project particularly targets low-income populations who are in financial risk of falling further into poverty if they incur catastrophic health care spending. To meet the goals of the program in Kenya, SHOPS seeks a communications agency to assist in developing and executing a national advertising and marketing strategy to change consumer knowledge and attitudes of health insurance.
Abt Associates is an international development organization composed of dedicated professionals who provide technical assistance, research, analysis, and practical training services in more than 128 countries.
Abt seeks a marketing firm for the USAID Strengthening Health Outcomes through the Private Sector (SHOPS) project to be based in Kenya. SHOPS project in Kenya aims to increase the role of the private health sector to deliver sustainable and high quality information, products, and services.The SHOPS project health financing goal in Kenya is to increase the number of lives covered through private health financing.
The SHOPS project particularly targets low-income populations who are in financial risk of falling further into poverty if they incur catastrophic health care spending. To meet the goals of the program in Kenya, SHOPS seeks a communications agency to assist in developing and executing a national advertising and marketing strategy to change consumer knowledge and attitudes of health insurance.
Complete details of the Request for Applications can be obtained until 5 pm on May 02nd, 2014 (Nairobi time) by sending an email request to SHOPSKenyaInfo@SHOPSProject.com with “SHOPS/Kenya Media Campaign” in e-mail subject line.
Apr 13, 2014
Research Assistants and Consultants 2014/15 - 2015/16
The Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) is a public Institute established in 1997 to support public policy by contributing to the formulation of medium and long-term strategic perspectives for development of the country as well as developing the required human and institutional capacities.
This is achieved by undertaking economic forecasting, policy analysis and research, and through capacity building for the achievement of national development goals. It is governed by the KIPPRA Act No. 15 of 2006.
The Institute works with a wide variety of individual consultants from time to time.
The Institute is inviting experienced and qualified individuals to submit their Expressions of Interest to provide consultancy services whenever need arises in the following areas during 2014/15 and 2015/2016 financial years:
A: Research / Capacity Building Consultants (Category 1)
Macroeconomics (Economic policy and growth, Investment, Inflation, Fiscal and monetary policy, Macroeconomic modeling);
Productive Sector (Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries, Tourism, Environment and Natural resources);
Trade and Foreign Policy (Domestic & International Trade, International relations)
Social Sector (Poverty, Education, Health, Labour market, and Other social issues);
Infrastructure and Economic Services (Physical Infrastructure, Water, Energy, Transport, Urban & Regional Planning, ICT, Housing and Construction);
Private Sector Development (Financial services, Business environment, Small and Medium Enterprises);
Governance (Land, Constitutional issues, Security, Economic and Corporate governance)
Candidates applying for consideration as research/capacity building consultants: Must have minimum qualification of MA/MSc in Economics or related social sciences (Candidates with PhD qualifications will have added advantage). Must have at least Two(2) years’ post MA/MSc relevant research experience in their areas of expertise Must have at least Three (3) publicationsB: Research Assistants (Category 2)
KIPPRA also invites Expressions of Interest by individuals who would like to be considered for its database of Research Assistants. Whenever need arises, research assistants will be picked from this database. Must have minimum qualification of a first degree from a recognized university. Those with previous experience in research work will have an added advantage. C: Editorial, Design and Photography Consultants (Category 3)
The Institute also invites Expressions of Interest from qualified and experienced individuals in the areas of publication editing, design and photography.
(i) Editorial consultants must have at least a first degree and five (5) years practical experience in reviewing manuscripts, copy editing and proofreading. They must be proficient in the use of DTP software, particularly MS Office, Indesign, Photoshop and Illustrator.
(ii) Design consultants must have at least a certificate in Design and at least five (5) years experience in design using DTP software, particularly Indesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.
(iii) Photography consultants must have at least five (5) years experience in photography and use of camera to produce high quality images for print production and for video.
Must have a first degree in media communications andMust have at least 5 years of experience in the industry.Those who meet the above requirements and are available to work on short-term consultants at short notice are encouraged to express their interest. If you are interested and meet these requirements, download and fill a Personal History Form (PHF) from KIPPRA’s website (http://www.kippra.or.ke/) and submit it together with an application letter, CV and copies of educational and professional certificates, as part of your expression of interest.
Completed documents (1 original) enclosed in plain sealed envelope clearly marked “Expression of interest for Consultants and Research Assistants” and the category applied should be deposited in the Tender Box located at KIPPRA 5th floor offices or be addressed as below so as to reach on or before 25th April, 2014 at 11.00 am.
Tenders will be opened immediately thereafter at our boardroom in the presence of candidates or their representatives who choose to attend.
Submissions by e-mail or late applications will not be accepted.
Large documents that cannot fit in the tender box shall be received and registered in procurement.
All applications to be addressed to:
Executive Director
Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis
Bishops Road (Community Area), Bishop Gardens Towers, 2nd Floor
P.O. Box 56445-00200
Tel: 020 4936000; 2719933/4
Fax 020 2719951,
Website: www.kippra.or.ke
The Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) is a public Institute established in 1997 to support public policy by contributing to the formulation of medium and long-term strategic perspectives for development of the country as well as developing the required human and institutional capacities.
This is achieved by undertaking economic forecasting, policy analysis and research, and through capacity building for the achievement of national development goals. It is governed by the KIPPRA Act No. 15 of 2006.
The Institute works with a wide variety of individual consultants from time to time.
The Institute is inviting experienced and qualified individuals to submit their Expressions of Interest to provide consultancy services whenever need arises in the following areas during 2014/15 and 2015/2016 financial years:
A: Research / Capacity Building Consultants (Category 1)
Macroeconomics (Economic policy and growth, Investment, Inflation, Fiscal and monetary policy, Macroeconomic modeling);
Productive Sector (Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries, Tourism, Environment and Natural resources);
Trade and Foreign Policy (Domestic & International Trade, International relations)
Social Sector (Poverty, Education, Health, Labour market, and Other social issues);
Infrastructure and Economic Services (Physical Infrastructure, Water, Energy, Transport, Urban & Regional Planning, ICT, Housing and Construction);
Private Sector Development (Financial services, Business environment, Small and Medium Enterprises);
Governance (Land, Constitutional issues, Security, Economic and Corporate governance)
Candidates applying for consideration as research/capacity building consultants: Must have minimum qualification of MA/MSc in Economics or related social sciences (Candidates with PhD qualifications will have added advantage). Must have at least Two(2) years’ post MA/MSc relevant research experience in their areas of expertise Must have at least Three (3) publicationsB: Research Assistants (Category 2)
KIPPRA also invites Expressions of Interest by individuals who would like to be considered for its database of Research Assistants. Whenever need arises, research assistants will be picked from this database. Must have minimum qualification of a first degree from a recognized university. Those with previous experience in research work will have an added advantage. C: Editorial, Design and Photography Consultants (Category 3)
The Institute also invites Expressions of Interest from qualified and experienced individuals in the areas of publication editing, design and photography.
(i) Editorial consultants must have at least a first degree and five (5) years practical experience in reviewing manuscripts, copy editing and proofreading. They must be proficient in the use of DTP software, particularly MS Office, Indesign, Photoshop and Illustrator.
(ii) Design consultants must have at least a certificate in Design and at least five (5) years experience in design using DTP software, particularly Indesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.
(iii) Photography consultants must have at least five (5) years experience in photography and use of camera to produce high quality images for print production and for video.
D: Media Liaison Consultants (Category 4)
Must have a first degree in media communications andMust have at least 5 years of experience in the industry.Those who meet the above requirements and are available to work on short-term consultants at short notice are encouraged to express their interest. If you are interested and meet these requirements, download and fill a Personal History Form (PHF) from KIPPRA’s website (http://www.kippra.or.ke/) and submit it together with an application letter, CV and copies of educational and professional certificates, as part of your expression of interest.
Completed documents (1 original) enclosed in plain sealed envelope clearly marked “Expression of interest for Consultants and Research Assistants” and the category applied should be deposited in the Tender Box located at KIPPRA 5th floor offices or be addressed as below so as to reach on or before 25th April, 2014 at 11.00 am.
Tenders will be opened immediately thereafter at our boardroom in the presence of candidates or their representatives who choose to attend.
Submissions by e-mail or late applications will not be accepted.
Large documents that cannot fit in the tender box shall be received and registered in procurement.
All applications to be addressed to:
Executive Director
Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis
Bishops Road (Community Area), Bishop Gardens Towers, 2nd Floor
P.O. Box 56445-00200
Tel: 020 4936000; 2719933/4
Fax 020 2719951,
Website: www.kippra.or.ke
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Kenya Semi-Arid Livestock Enhancement Support (K-Sales) Program
Call for Expressions of Interest
Call #: (K-SALES-2014-001)
K- SALES interventions will increase the availability of quality enhancing inputs, technologies and services, while increasing adoption of improved livestock and farm management techniques. The project will also stimulate and leverage public and private investment in infrastructure and technologies through matching grants that strengthen vertical and horizontal linkages through capacity building and mentorships to improve linkages between buyers and sellers, buy-down risk of investment and reduce transaction costs in 6 Counties; namely Tharaka Nithi, Meru, Kitui, Makueni, Machakos and Taita Taveta.
Call for Expressions of Interest
Call #: (K-SALES-2014-001)
Over 3 years, the USDA - Kenya Semi-Arid Livestock Enhancement Support (K-SALES) Program will improve the competitiveness of the livestock value chain by increasing productivity and boost marketing and trade of live animals and meat (cattle and shoat) hides and skins value chains.
K- SALES interventions will increase the availability of quality enhancing inputs, technologies and services, while increasing adoption of improved livestock and farm management techniques. The project will also stimulate and leverage public and private investment in infrastructure and technologies through matching grants that strengthen vertical and horizontal linkages through capacity building and mentorships to improve linkages between buyers and sellers, buy-down risk of investment and reduce transaction costs in 6 Counties; namely Tharaka Nithi, Meru, Kitui, Makueni, Machakos and Taita Taveta.
K-SALES is seeking expressions of interest from qualified and highly experienced firms, eligible local facilitators/consultancy firms, consortiums, NGOs, CBOs, training institutions, business associations, private sector business service providers, financial service providers and livestock sector stakeholders to indicate their interest to partner with us in implementing sustainable interventions in the livestock sector. Upcoming assignments will be tendered on a competitive basis to any organization that is pre-qualified with K-SALES. Successful applicants will be eligible to respond to bids issued by the program. Women owned/managed firms are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants must identify and select which category they wish to partner in from the following:
Codes and CategoriesAgro-dealersVeterinarian BusinessesWater User Associations and Community water systems Design & RehabilitationLivestock Farmer CooperativesLivestock Marketing agentsFinancial ServicesCounty Slaughter houses/Butcheries/TanneriesLivestock Product Outlets eg supermarketsCapacity building trainersPost-Harvest Handling and ProcessingLivestock Farmer Field SchoolsOn farm and Off farm Infrastructure DevelopmentCompleted Expressions of Interest including Company Profile (with insight into the principal activities of the company / Business) and Capability Statements should be sent to Procurement.KSALES@idd.landolakes.com clearly indicating the Code Number and Category being applied for. The EOI must refer to the call number, and have the following details; Organization’s name, area/s of operation, contact person and address, registration status and physical location. The deadline for submissions is Monday 28th April 2014.
May 2, 2013
Expression of Interest for External Auditors
Invitations are invited by professional auditing firms to submit expression of interest proposals.
The Young Women’s Christian Association (YWCA) is a reputable non profit making, Volunteer & membership organization that develop the leadership and collective power of women and girls to achieve social and economic empowerment, human rights, health, security, dignity and freedom, justice and peace and sustainable environment for all humanity.
The National Headquarters Office is based in Nairobi and we have other seven semi-autonomous branches countrywide.
The firm must meet the following conditions:Be compliant with statutory requirementHas audited reputable Small and Medium sized NGOs for over 4 yearsHas good grasp of International Standards of Auditing (ISAs)A letter of good standing from ICPAKAll applications to be submitted to:
The National General Secretary
YWCA Kenya
Email: auditor@ywcakenya.org
Invitations are invited by professional auditing firms to submit expression of interest proposals.
The Young Women’s Christian Association (YWCA) is a reputable non profit making, Volunteer & membership organization that develop the leadership and collective power of women and girls to achieve social and economic empowerment, human rights, health, security, dignity and freedom, justice and peace and sustainable environment for all humanity.
The National Headquarters Office is based in Nairobi and we have other seven semi-autonomous branches countrywide.
The firm must meet the following conditions:Be compliant with statutory requirementHas audited reputable Small and Medium sized NGOs for over 4 yearsHas good grasp of International Standards of Auditing (ISAs)A letter of good standing from ICPAKAll applications to be submitted to:
The National General Secretary
YWCA Kenya
Email: auditor@ywcakenya.org
