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Terms of Reference Project Baseline Survey in Narok County- April 2013
Under the European Commission (EC) “Strengthening Rural Health Systems for improved Maternal and Child Health in Narok County, Kenya” project, Christian Aid aims to reduce under-five (U-5) and maternal mortality by improving the quality and uptake of MNCH and reproductive health services; expanding adoption of preventative nutrition actions and increasing advocacy and coordination in the health sector in Narok County, targeting a population of 344,900 people The project will be implemented in Narok North, Narok South and Transmara Districts in Narok County in partnership with the Ministry of Health and three national partners.Improved quality of MNCH services provided in 9 health facilities and increased demand for MNCH services at the community and facility level.Improved nutrition status among under-fives and pregnant women in Narok County.Reduced unmet needs for family planning among women of reproductive age in Narok County.Strengthened capacity of the District Health Management Teams and three CSOs to lead coordinate and supervise health services in the County.
Christian Aid wishes to hire the services of a qualified consultant to carry out a baseline survey in Narok County where this project will be implemented. The purpose of the consultancy is to generate comprehensive baseline information on the current status of MCH outcome indicators and services in Narok County as detailed in the project proposal. It is envisaged that this information will inform programming in the targeted districts and support Christian Aid project team and management to understand and monitor the progress and results of the MNCH interventions.
Objectives of the Baseline Survey:
The main objective of the consultancy is to establish a current county level base-line status on access and provision of maternal, new born and child health services, in relation to the national situation. The findings will be consolidated to establish a comprehensive understanding on MNCH across the county. The base-line will determine bench-marks for target setting within each result area, as per indicators set out in the original log-frame; validate if the activities within the project design are sufficient in scale and scope, in order to meet these targets; and identify opportunities for sustainability of project activities within the county.
The specific objectives of the base-line survey will be to:Establish the prevailing health conditions, and health problems including diseases affecting mothers, infants and children under the age of five within each of the three targeted districts.Determine current levels of knowledge, attitudes and practice towards MNCH issues and access to MNCH services in each of the targeted communities.Determine the capacity of the district health systems (including public, private and community-based health systems) to provide MNCH services. This includes the availability and accessibility of health facilities and services offered for mothers, new born and children under the age of five, in terms of distances, cultural acceptability, affordability, availability and appropriateness (client-friendly, inclusive, responsive, hygienic)Establish the capacity of communities, community structures and Civil Society Organisation partners to address MNCH and improve over-all health status of targeted communities.Establish the capacity and opportunities for institutionalization and sustainability of MNCH initiatives among the stakeholders and the communities.Based on these results, develop an evidence base for advocacy for MNCH interventions at county, regional and national levels.
The consultant(s) will work in conjunction with the Christian Aid Health Programme Manager, the MCH Project Officer, M&E Officer to finalise the design and inception plan for the study. Within each district, the consultant will work with the Project Teams, which include the Programme Managers, Project Officers, and local stakeholders to co-ordinate, conduct the study and disseminate the base-line findings. The consultant is expected to undertake the following tasks:Carry out a desk-review of relevant project documents (listed in Annex A), including project proposal, log-frame, budget and other relevant documents, a range of which will be agreed upon and made available prior to the implementation of the studyDevelop an inception report, detailing the evaluation design, methodology, indicators, tools, work plan schedule and budget to carry out the assignment in each country. This will be developed and finalized in consultation with Christian Aid Programme Performance Advisors and country team.Form a Base-line Assessment Coordinating Team, which includes Christian Aid staff, National Partners and other DHMTs involved in the project.Develop a Sampling Design and Data Collection & Management Protocol that is standardized for the three areas. Data related to health outcomes should relate to the DHIS information and format.Facilitate recruitment and training of field staff (supervisors, interviewers, observers/record reviewers) and pre-testing of data collection tools.Co-ordinate collection of data, and its entry into a suitable platform for cleaning and analysisAnalyse and interpret the findingsDevelop and submit the first draft of the base-line assessment report and debriefing to Christian Aid, local partners and DHMTs. The report will include three district level reports, which will feed into a county level (Narok North, South and Transmara) base-line report on MNCH. The reports should be comprehensive and provide detailed specific findings within each result area, providing key recommendations for implementation.The lead consultant will be required to facilitate a workshop for health stakeholders in Narok County, including Christian Aid, national partners, MOH and others to discuss the findings and develop an action plan based on the result of the baseline assessment.Submit the final evaluation report to Christian Aid offices in Nairobi .i.e. 6 Hard Copies and a soft copy in CD-ROM. The raw data, the data-base which has been cleaned (both qualitative and quantitative, including original field notes for in-depth interviews and focus group discussions, as well as recorded audio material), and data collection tools used in the evaluation should be submitted together with the report. A simple inventory of material handed over will be part of the record. Christian Aid has sole ownership of all final data and any findings shall only be shared or reproduced with the permission of Christian Aid.The lead consultant will be expected to compile and submit the draft report, make a presentation to Christian Aid, incorporate comments and submit a final report within 14 days of the end of the evaluation.Inception Report detailing the evaluation design, methodology, tools, work plan and budgetData collection tools, data set with codebookDraft and final Base-line Survey Reports at country and Regional levels.Copies of original and cleaned data sets including field notes, audio tapes, and transcribed materialPlease note that the contents of the report will be analysed and final payment will only be made upon approval of the final Base-line Survey Report from the Christian Aid office in Nairobi.
The assignment is expected to commence starting April 1, 2013 and is expected to take a maximum of 30 days, which includes desk-review, preparation, and implementation, report-writing.
Role of Christian Aid and collaborators
CA will provide the logistics and programme documents and be the link between the consultant and the project sites.Christian Aid will also review tools and provide support in the evaluation process. Partners will provide venues for discussion and mobilize the required persons for interviews. The collaborators/partners will provide the necessary resources/facilities and required persons for interviews. The consultant will be responsible for guiding the entire Evaluation process and all other specific responsibilities as stipulated in the TOR.
Expected Profile of the Lead Consultant
The lead consultant is expected to hold the following qualifications in order to be eligible for this position:A recognised university degree in public health, international development, medical anthropology or related social science (at a minimum of Masters level)Sound knowledge of major development issues, especially maternal, new born and child health issues. Knowledge of the context in Kenya and Narok County is a requirement.At least 10 years of consultancy experience in the area of public health and reproductive health/gender issues both in organisations and in projectsExperience in the formulation, monitoring and evaluation of projects in Maternal, New Born and Child Health/Public Health.Similar work in the last 3 years (to provide copies of reports).A demonstrated high level of professionalism and an ability to work independently and in high-pressure situations under tight deadlines.Strong interpersonal and communication skillsHigh proficiency in written and spoken English.
The lead consultant will report to and receiving briefing from Christian Aid health manager and technical team. At field level the MCH project coordinator and M&E Officer will provide day to day guidance and support. Relevant background documents/literature will be provided before or during the briefing.
Applications with non-returnable CVs, testimonials and 2 samples of previous work related to this assignment (baseline survey reports) should be submitted on or before 22nd March 2013 via email to nairobirecruitment@christian-aid.org
All applicants should include the following:Cover letterTechnical proposal: The technical proposal should includeBrief explanation about the lead and associate consultants with particular emphasis on previous experience in this kind of work Understanding of TOR and the task to be accomplished proposed methodology and d)draft work/implementation planCopies of reports of previous work conducted.A written submission on understanding of ToR, methodology / approach the consultant will use; time and time-bound activity schedule, financial issues (budget, number of people he/she will hire, costs per activity line – people, logistics etc)Organisational (if it is a company applying) or personal capacity statement (if it is an individual that will hire data collectors)ReferencesResumeTerms and Conditions of Service
Christian Aid will provide such necessary resources required for the successful execution of the assignment. This will include transport, accommodation, communication and any other support requested by the consultant(s).
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TERMS OF REFERENCE PROJECT BASELINE SURVEY IN NAROK COUNTY - April 2013
Background
Under the European Commission (EC) “Strengthening Rural Health Systems for improved Maternal and Child Health in Narok County, Kenya” project, Christian Aid aims to reduce under-five (U-5) and maternal mortality by improving the quality and uptake of MNCH and reproductive health services; expanding adoption of preventative nutrition actions and increasing advocacy and coordination in the health sector in Narok County, targeting a population of 344,900 people The project will be implemented in Narok North, Narok South and Transmara Districts in Narok County in partnership with the Ministry of Health and three national partners.
The expected results are:
Improved quality of MNCH services provided in 9 health facilities and increased demand for MNCH services at the community and facility level. Improved nutrition status among under-fives and pregnant women in Narok County. Reduced unmet needs for family planning among women of reproductive age in Narok County. Strengthened capacity of the District Health Management Teams and three CSOs to lead coordinate and supervise health services in the County.Christian Aid wishes to hire the services of a qualified consultant to carry out a baseline survey in Narok County where this project will be implemented. The purpose of the consultancy is to generate comprehensive baseline information on the current status of MCH outcome indicators and services in Narok County as detailed in the project proposal. It is envisaged that this information will inform programming in the targeted districts and support Christian Aid project team and management to understand and monitor the progress and results of the MNCH interventions.
Objectives of the Baseline Survey:
The main objective of the consultancy is to establish a current county level base-line status on access and provision of maternal, new born and child health services, in relation to the national situation. The findings will be consolidated to establish a comprehensive understanding on MNCH across the county. The base-line will determine bench-marks for target setting within each result area, as per indicators set out in the original log-frame; validate if the activities within the project design are sufficient in scale and scope, in order to meet these targets; and identify opportunities for sustainability of project activities within the county.
The specific objectives of the base-line survey will be to:
Establish the prevailing health conditions, and health problems including diseases affecting mothers, infants and children under the age of five within each of the three targeted districts. Determine current levels of knowledge, attitudes and practice towards MNCH issues and access to MNCH services in each of the targeted communities. Determine the capacity of the district health systems (including public, private and community-based health systems) to provide MNCH services. This includes the availability and accessibility of health facilities and services offered for mothers, new born and children under the age of five, in terms of distances, cultural acceptability, affordability, availability and appropriateness (client-friendly, inclusive, responsive, hygienic) Establish the capacity of communities, community structures and Civil Society Organisation partners to address MNCH and improve over-all health status of targeted communities. Establish the capacity and opportunities for institutionalization and sustainability of MNCH initiatives among the stakeholders and the communities. Based on these results, develop an evidence base for advocacy for MNCH interventions at county, regional and national levels.Main Tasks of the Consultancy
The consultant(s) will work in conjunction with the Christian Aid Health Programme Manager, the MCH Project Officer, M&E Officer to finalise the design and inception plan for the study. Within each district, the consultant will work with the Project Teams, which include the Programme Managers, Project Officers, and local stakeholders to co-ordinate, conduct the study and disseminate the base-line findings.
The consultant is expected to undertake the following tasks:
Carry out a desk-review of relevant project documents (listed in Annex A), including project proposal, log-frame, budget and other relevant documents, a range of which will be agreed upon and made available prior to the implementation of the study Develop an inception report, detailing the evaluation design, methodology, indicators, tools, work plan schedule and budget to carry out the assignment in each country. This will be developed and finalized in consultation with Christian Aid Programme Performance Advisors and country team. Form a Base-line Assessment Coordinating Team, which includes Christian Aid staff, National Partners and other DHMTs involved in the project. Develop a Sampling Design and Data Collection & Management Protocol that is standardized for the three areas. Data related to health outcomes should relate to the DHIS information and format. Facilitate recruitment and training of field staff (supervisors, interviewers, observers/record reviewers) and pre-testing of data collection tools. Co-ordinate collection of data, and its entry into a suitable platform for cleaning and analysis Analyse and interpret the findings Develop and submit the first draft of the base-line assessment report and debriefing to Christian Aid, local partners and DHMTs. The report will include three district level reports, which will feed into a county level (Narok North, South and Transmara) base-line report on MNCH. The reports should be comprehensive and provide detailed specific findings within each result area, providing key recommendations for implementation. The lead consultant will be required to facilitate a workshop for health stakeholders in Narok County, including Christian Aid, national partners, MOH and others to discuss the findings and develop an action plan based on the result of the baseline assessment. Submit the final evaluation report to Christian Aid offices in Nairobi .i.e. 6 Hard Copies and a soft copy in CD-ROM. The raw data, the data-base which has been cleaned (both qualitative and quantitative, including original field notes for in-depth interviews and focus group discussions, as well as recorded audio material), and data collection tools used in the evaluation should be submitted together with the report. A simple inventory of material handed over will be part of the record. Christian Aid has sole ownership of all final data and any findings shall only be shared or reproduced with the permission of Christian Aid.The lead consultant will be expected to compile and submit the draft report, make a presentation to Christian Aid, incorporate comments and submit a final report within 14 days of the end of the evaluation.
Deliverables
Inception Report detailing the evaluation design, methodology, tools, work plan and budget Data collection tools, data set with codebook Draft and final Base-line Survey Reports at country and Regional levels. Copies of original and cleaned data sets including field notes, audio tapes, and transcribed materialPlease note that the contents of the report will be analysed and final payment will only be made upon approval of the final Base-line Survey Report from the Christian Aid office in Nairobi.
Time-frame
The assignment is expected to commence starting April 1, 2013 and is expected to take a maximum of 30 days, which includes desk-review, preparation, and implementation, report-writing.
Role of Christian Aid and collaborators
CA will provide the logistics and programme documents and be the link between the consultant and the project sites. Christian Aid will also review tools and provide support in the evaluation process. Partners will provide venues for discussion and mobilize the required persons for interviews. The collaborators/partners will provide the necessary resources/facilities and required persons for interviews. The consultant will be responsible for guiding the entire Evaluation process and all other specific responsibilities as stipulated in the TOR.
Expected Profile of the Lead Consultant
A recognised university degree in public health, international development, medical anthropology or related social science (at a minimum of Masters level) Sound knowledge of major development issues, especially maternal, new born and child health issues. Knowledge of the context in Kenya and Narok County is a requirement. At least 10 years of consultancy experience in the area of public health and reproductive health/gender issues both in organisations and in projects Experience in the formulation, monitoring and evaluation of projects in Maternal, New Born and Child Health/Public Health. Similar work in the last 3 years (to provide copies of reports). A demonstrated high level of professionalism and an ability to work independently and in high-pressure situations under tight deadlines. Strong interpersonal and communication skills High proficiency in written and spoken English.Supervision and Management
The lead consultant will report to and receiving briefing from Christian Aid health manager and technical team. At field level the MCH project coordinator and M&E Officer will provide day to day guidance and support. Relevant background documents/literature will be provided before or during the briefing.
How to apply:Mode of ApplicationApplications with non-returnable CVs, testimonials and 2 samples of previous work related to this assignment (baseline survey reports) should be submitted on or before 22nd March 2013 via email to nairobirecruitment@christian-aid.org
All applicants should include the following:1. Cover letter2. Technical proposal: The technical proposal should include a) Brief explanation about the lead and associate consultants with particular emphasis on previous experience in this kind of work b)Understanding of TOR and the task to be accomplished c)proposed methodology and d)draft work/implementation plan3. Copies of reports of previous work conducted.4. A written submission on understanding of ToR, methodology / approach the consultant will use; time and time-bound activity schedule, financial issues (budget, number of people he/she will hire, costs per activity line – people, logistics etc)5. Organisational (if it is a company applying) or personal capacity statement (if it is an individual that will hire data collectors)6. References7. Resume
Terms and Conditions of ServiceChristian Aid will provide such necessary resources required for the successful execution of the assignment. This will include transport, accommodation, communication and any other support requested by the consultant(s).
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Reference Number: IMP-02-CN-1603
Health Poverty Action works with some of the poorest and most marginalised communities in Africa, Asia and Latin America, often in very difficult environments.
We work to enable these communities to achieve improvements to their health, promoting this as one of their fundamental human rights.In June, 2012 HPA received funding from Department For International Development (DFID) to implement an MCH project in Mandera County, North Eastern, Kenya. The project will be implemented in close partnership with the local NGO, Emergency Pastoralist Assistance Group (EPAG) and the Ministry of Health
The overall objective of the project is to improve maternal and child health (MCH) outcomes for marginalized pastoralist communities in Mandera, Kenya towards the achievement of MDGs 4 and 5.
The objectives of the baseline survey include
1) To determine the current levels of knowledge, attitudes and practices of community members in the greater Mandera County in the areas of maternal and child health (MCH) including immunization, maternal health emergencies, Harmful Traditional Practices (HTPs), HIV/AIDS, TB and other STIs, 2) To collect data relating to the indicators in the project log frame, that will be used to monitor the project, and 3) To determine the status of indicators relevant to the target health facilities, located in the greater Mandera CountyQualified consultants/firms are invited to download the detailed ToR from http://www.healthunlimited.or.ke/ for the task and submit technical and financial proposals to consultancies@healthunlimited.or.ke.
Please indicate the reference number of the Call for Consultancy IMP-02-CN-1603 in the e-mail subject line
The deadline for submission of technical and financial proposals is on 15th March 2013.
Feb 22, 2013
Request for Expression of Interest
Customer, Merchant, Employee and Work Environment Satisfaction Survey
The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) is a state corporation established in 1980 through an Act of Parliament (Cap 225A, Laws of Kenya) to conduct school and post school examinations within Kenya and to award certificates and diplomas to successful candidates in such examinations.
KNEC is inviting eligible and qualified firms to express their interest to carry out a survey to assess the levels of Customer satisfaction, Merchant satisfaction, Employee satisfaction and Work Environment satisfaction. Interested bidders should provide information in their EOI indicating their suitability to perform the assignment by show of relevant documentary evidence of past similar accomplishments. To be eligible the firms must provide the following minimum criteria:Provide statutory legislation documents i.e. copies of PIN, VAT Registration, Certificate of Incorporation/Registration and Tax Compliance certificate.Demonstrate financial and organizational strength by attaching audited accounts for the last 2 years.Provide curriculum vitae (CV) of lead consultants (one of whom must possess at least a master’s degree in social sciences), other staff and their qualifications.Provide details of similar assignments undertaken within the last five (5) years for equally large organizations, including client lists.Provide company profile including physical address, day time telephone contacts, email contacts.Knowledge of examinations and other educational issues will be an added advantage.NB: This is not a request for proposals but an expression of interest. After a review of expressions of interest, a shortlist of the most appropriately qualified firms will be invited to submit their technical and financial proposals through a letter of invitation that will include specific Terms of Reference.
Expression of Interest and accompanying documents should be addressed to:
Council Secretary/Chief Executive
Kenya National Examinations Council,
P O Box 73598 – 00200 City Square
Nairobi, Kenya
And placed in the Tender Box on 6th Floor of the NHC Building, Aga Khan Walk, Nairobi or sent by post so as to reach the above address not later than 11th March 2013 at 10.00am.
Submitted documents will be opened publicly in the Conference Room on 6th Floor, NHC Building soon after the above stated closing date and time in the presence of the tenderers or their representatives who choose to attend. Late bids will be returned unopened.
The Kenya National Examinations Council reserves the right to reject any tender without giving reasons for the rejection and does not bind itself to the lowest or any tender.
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Kwiminia CBO a non-profit making community based organisation (CBO) registered with the ministry of culture and children affairs since 2006 whose aim is environmental conservation in its area of operation.
Kwiminia (CBO) has received funding from Danida through Community Environment Facility (CEF II) of the Community Development Trust Fund (CDTF) to implement a Two year project titled “Lower Mbooni Integrated Environmental Conservation project” in the locations of Kalawa, Waia, Kiteta, Kisau and Ngiluni in Mbooni East District of Makueni County. The project objective is “To support community projects aimed at poverty reduction through improved livelihood systems and the conservation of community natural resources and initiatives for enhanced environmental management and governance”
1.1 Purpose of the Baseline study
The overall objective of this survey is to establish the pre-intervention situation prior to project start up hereby preparing the ground for project performance measurement. The principal focus of the baseline is on collecting and analysing pre-intervention data relating to the indicators (OVIs) for the Intermediate and Final Goals. The baseline is done to establish benchmarks for the chosen indicators, i.e., to provide data on their initial status so that subsequent monitoring and evaluation can assess the effects and impacts of the project for the target population. The baseline also has the purpose of assessing the measurability of the selected indicators and will, if necessary, be used to fine tune them for future follow-up.
The study will help to establish the degraded land in forest and riparian areas, sources of fuel, level of fuel wood use, accessibility to safe water, level of knowledge in environmental conservation, level of utilization of natural resources. In addition, it will help to establish the current status of livelihoods within the project location. This will be in relation to the main project activities to be implemented by the project which are:
a.) Renewable energy and biomass efficient devices
b.) Capacity building of community members
d.) Environmental conservation: tree planting and soil and water conservation
e.) Nature based enterprises (IGA’s)
1.3 Specific Objectives of the study
The baseline study shall provide:Baseline status on all impact, outcome and key output indicators.Provide analytical report on likelihood behavioral changes/adoption rates as pertains to various planned interventions versus socio-economic and environmental or any other issues.Assess potential for project ownership and sustainability of the proposed interventionsReview the project’s M&E plan and make concrete suggestions for improvements of the M/&E system taking into account notably cost efficiency and effectiveness in methodologiesReview the project’s M&E system including tools and provide technical advice on how they can be enhanced for impact measurementIdentify and recommend opportunities and synergies for better results and leverage / linkagesExpected positive and negative effects/risks of the project, and possible mitigation measures.The consultant is expected to have experience and academic qualification in the following areas:Advanced university degree in natural resource management/natural resources based enterprises/agronomy/agriculture, community development, development studiesProven experience in conducting quality surveys, evaluations, assessmentsUnderstanding of operations in the natural resources/agricultural sector, and value chainsProficiency in data analysis and report writingProficiency in use of computers, especially latest word processing packages and MS Office packages in general, and software package for qualitative and quantitative data analysis.2.2 Responsibilities of consultant
The consultant, in consultation with PIC and other stakeholders, will be responsible in the following:Formation of a baseline teamReview of the project documentsIdentifying and define baseline priority areas and indicatorsPlan and implement data collection.Design, critique and refine the field data collection tools.Facilitate survey crew training and data collection tools i.e. field pre-testing.Facilitate the design of data input screens development, supervision of data entry, data cleaning and data quality.Perform data analysis and report writing.Review draft M&E planWrite-up of a concise baseline report with annexes.Present a draft report to PIC and other stakeholders in a feedback session and incorporate relevant suggestions in a final report.3.0 The Baseline study methodology
The baseline study methodology will include but not limited to the following aspects:The baseline survey is expected to use both quantitative and qualitative methods of data collection for triangulation purposes.Document review will be conducted to complement other information sourcesThe consultant will be expected to collect information widely across all groups, organizations, etc.4.1 The Baseline Survey Outputs:Inception reportBaseline Survey data collection toolsDraft baseline reportFinal Baseline surveyBaseline database,Data analysis output/summary report4.2 Consultant activity schedule
The consultancy schedule will cover months of October and November 2012.
All payments will be in Kenya shillings. There will be no advance payments. Payment will be made upon submission and acceptance of the final report by PIC and CDTF, which will be subjected to 10% withholding tax.
Firms or Consultant(s) who feel that they meet the requirements should submit expression of interest, which should include the following:
A capability statement, including commitment for availability for the entire assignmentAn elaborate study methodology including a sample questionnaire and detailed work plan etc.A detailed financial proposal, including lead consultant’s fees. The financial proposal should include daily cost per major activity.Updated curriculum vitae of the consultants who will undertake the work that clearly spells out qualifications and experience. Where more than one consultant will be involved, clearly indicate the overall lead consultant and responsible persons for the other baseline survey areas.Commitment that the consultants whose CVs are presented will be entirely engaged if consultancy is awarded.Evidence (if available) of membership to reputable Monitoring & Evaluation professional association and of any relevant to the consultancyContact of 3 organizations that have recently and preferably in the last 3 years contracted the firm/consultant(s) to carry out a baseline survey.Please send a soft copy of your expression of interest by 30.09.2012 by 5.00pm to cbokwiminia@yahoo.com
The subject line should read EOI to conduct a Baseline
Only pre-selected firms/consultants will be contacted, but contacts of even the unsuccessful will kept in file to contact them for future opportunities in the organization.
Jul 20, 2012
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
Background A health survey of children and adults is being undertaken in Kenya and will include over 10,000 households. The survey will provide program managers and policy makers with the information needed to effectively plan and implement future health interventions and evaluate current health programs.
The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) is seeking the services of a reputable organization to provide counseling services for survey participants.
Specific Tasks
The organization to be hired will be required to undertake the following tasks in coordination with survey staff:
Understand the operational components of the survey. Work with survey technical staff to develop the survey procedures for addressing cases where counseling services may be needed by survey participants during the conduct of the survey. Train survey field staff on the procedures for connecting survey participants to counseling services. Provide counseling support services as required by the survey participant and referrals to other services as needed. Document and report to survey technical staff on the counseling services provided to survey participants. Provide updates to survey field and technical staff as required.Must have at least 5 years experience in working with and counseling adults and children. Must have previous experience providing counseling services to adults and children in the context of a study or survey. Must have a network of trained, certified counselors stationed throughout the country, including the remote parts of Kenya. Must have trained, certified counselors who can provide counseling services in multiple vernacular languages.This is a short-term contract. The period of performance will be 120 days, during which support from the selected organization will be provided as required during this period of time. An extension in the period of performance may be requested should field activities for the survey be extended.Requirements for Application:To apply, interested organizations should submit the following to be considered:
Profile of the Organization that includes, but is not limited to, the following information and is no more than 3 pages:a. organization’s background b. organizational structure c. organization’s geographical coverage in Kenya and languages spoken by the counselors d. relevant previous experience with counseling children and adults CVs of key personnel who would be involved should the organization be selectedContact information for 3 referencesOrganizations that meet the above requirements will be shortlisted and provided with further details on the proposed project. These shortlisted organizations will then be invited to submit and present a technical and financial proposal in a presentation for the final selection.Method of Application:
The deadline for submitting an application is 30th July 2012.
Applications should reference “Counseling Support Services” and be addressed to matieno@pedaids.org.
Jul 4, 2012
Programme / Project title: Integrated Emergency Health, Nutrition and WASH Programme
Medair intends to commission a survey to determine the coverage of the OTP/SFP programme in Burao, South Togdheer, El Efweyne and Cynabo using the CSAS or SQUEAC methodology
To map out both point and period coverage for the targeted areas.Identify factors affecting the uptake of OTP/SFP services in Medair targetedDevelop in collaboration with Medair, WFP and UNICEF, specific recommendations to improve the uptake of OTP/SFP programmes.Transfer knowledge and skill about the chosen methodology to Medair’s nutrition team.Arrange in coordination with Medair, the staff and material needed for the surveyEnsure all ethical and other survey clearance has been obtained from responsible officesTrain data collectors with the key emphasis on achieving quality and genuine dataCoordinate and lead the survey team throughout the surveyEnsure data quality while in the field and during data entry and analysisResponsible for data cleaning, coding, preliminary and final reportFull report on coverage survey of nutrition intervention (OTP and SFP) for Burao, South Togdheer, Cynabo and El Efweyne districtsCoverage survey power-point presentation (10-15 slides)Survey data base on completion of final reportThe consultant must hold a Bachelor of Nutrition or Masters in Public Health and have had previous experience in conducting Nutrition Coverage Surveys using SQUEAC Methodology. Ability to train people with basic education will be highly valued.
Duration of the consultancy will be up to 5 weeks (4 weeks preparation and data collection and 1 week data analysis and reporting).
Expressions of interest are invited from interested consultants. The EOI should detail how the consultant is able to meet the ToR and be sent to health-som@medair.org latest Wednesday 11 July 2012.
Jun 11, 2012
National Survey Communication and Mobilization Specialist
The Ministry of Public Health and Sanitation together with KNBS, NACC, KEMRI, NCAPD, NPHLS (NHRL) and other development partners is in the process of finalizing plans for a large National population-based survey to inform the HIV response in Kenya. The survey will sample 10,475households in 419 clusters.
The Ministry with support from EGPAF is therefore seeking the services of a communications specialist to undertake the development of various IEC materials, planning, and assist in the implementation of the community communication and mobilization strategy for the survey with guidance from the Communication and Mobilization Sub–committee of the National survey.
The specialist to be recruited will be required to undertake the following tasks in consultation with the communication and mobilization subcommittee.Understand the community communication and mobilization strategy for the survey.Work together with the relevant Communication and Mobilization Sub-committee of the Survey TWG, and other stakeholders to gather information required for the development various IEC materials for community communication and mobilization.Review and finalize the Survey communication strategy.Develop targeted messages for the survey for various audiences at the national, provincial and community levels.Use existing data to determine the appropriate channels that will be used to reach the various audiences before, during and after the National survey.Develop a media plan in various media houses before, during and after the survey.Design and develop media material (e.g. media briefs& press releases) and IEC materials (e.g. posters, stickers, brochures, banners) for various target audiences to be translated in 12 local languages used in the survey.Document and report to EGPAF and the Communication and Mobilization Subcommittee of the Survey TWG on all the community communication and mobilization activities undertaken during the period.Monitor media coverage of Survey before, during, and after the survey: to ensure enlisted services are provided by the various media avenues, monitor that communication is appropriate, timely and accurate, and monitor any issues that may disrupt the communication strategy for the survey.Support journalists for effective and accurate reporting on the National survey and findings.As need arises, provide updates to the Survey TWG.This is a short-term contract. The contract will be for a period of 120 days.
Interested Individuals are encouraged to request detailed terms of reference and scope of work from NASCOP (Strategic Information Management Unit) at 3d@nascop.or.ke
The deadline for submission of technical and financial proposal is Monday June 18th, 2012
Applications to be referenced “National Survey Communication and Mobilization” and addressed to NASCOP’s Strategic Information Management Unit at 3d@nascop.or.ke
May 22, 2012
Completed application forms should be sent to:
The Secretary
Public Service Commission of Kenya
P. O. Box 30095 – 00100
Nairobi,
so as to reach the Commission on or before 30th May, 2012.Vacancies in the Ministry of Public Works: Five (5) Posts V/No.128/2012
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.35,275 – Ksh.42,877 p.m.
(Job Group ‘M’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:served for a minimum period of three (3) years at the grade of Senior Structural Assistant, Job Group ‘L’ or in a comparable position in the Public Service;a diploma in Building/Civil Engineering or comparable qualification from a recognized institution, a construction Technician Certificate Part III; or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;attended a Supervisory Skills Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks in a recognized institution;wide knowledge and experience in all matters related to preparation of drawings of structure and/or drainage;knowledge of Government procedures; andshown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
An officer at this level will be responsible for design, preparation of bills of quantities and detailing of structural and civil works drawings for various structures such as roads, sewerage, marine works, retaining walls and footbridges.
Specific duties and responsibilities at this level include:designing and preparing bills of quantities and detailing structural and civil works drawings for various structures such as roads, sewage, marine works, retaining walls and footbridges;training and supervising staff;checking drawings and bending schedules prepared by staff working under him/her and compiling work output, weekly output chart for structural assistants in the unit;co-ordinating digitization of drawing and management of plans, records and storage, retrieval and construction of information.Chief Quantity Survey AssistantNineteen (19) Posts V/No.129/2012
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.35,275 – Ksh.42,877 p.m.
(Job Group ‘M’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:served for a minimum period of three (3) years in the grade of Senior Quantity Survey Assistant, Job Group ‘L’ or in a comparable position in the Public Service:a diploma or a Technician Certificate Part III in any of the following fields: Quantity Survey, Building/Civil Engineering or comparable qualification from a recognized institution.attended a Supervisory Skills Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks in a recognized institution;knowledge of Government procedures; andshown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
Duties and responsibilities at this level include:checking bills of quantities, specifications and cost estimates for all projects;assisting in contract administration of all types of projects including valuation, site management, pre-contract documentation;contracts documentation and records;audit of final accounts, preparation and checking of payment certificates;controlling, training and supervising staff working under him/her.
Fifteen (15) Posts V/No.130/2012
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.35,275 – Ksh.42,877 p.m.
(Job Group ‘M’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:served for a minimum period of three (3) years at the grade of Senior Architectural Assistant, Job Group ‘L’ or in a comparable position in the Public Service:a diploma or a Technician Certificate Part III in any of the following disciplines: Building/Civil Engineering, Architecture, or comparable qualification from a recognized institution.attended a Supervisory Skills Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks in a recognized institution and;wide knowledge and experience in preparation of drawings and management of drawings office;knowledge of Government procedures; andshown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.Specific duties and responsibilities at this level include:supervision of the drawing office and the works on site;preparing and checking finished working drawings;analysis of technical information required by project teams at each design stage;co-coordinating, organizing and scheduling work to ensure smooth flow;training and development of technical staff under him/her.
Mar 31, 2012
Terre des hommes (Lausanne) is advertising for the recruitment of an IYCN Survey Consultant for the duration of approximately one month from 29th March 2012.
The IYCF Consultant is requested to support Tdh in the implementation of the IYCF KAP survey, part of Tdh’s Health and Nutrition project in Lagdera District (Garissa County), Kenya.
The Consultant will carry out the survey tasks in close collaboration with the national team of fieldworkers assigned by Tdh and the Ministry of Health (MoH).
The IYCF Consultant will conduct her/his duties in respect of the charter of Terre des hommes (Tdh) and within the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, including the Tdh Child Protection Policy.
Tdh expects the professional conduct of its employees and contractors to reflect proper behaviour in accordance with local culture and the traditions.
The Consultant agrees to ensure the moral protection of the name of Tdh and defends in all circumstances the interests of the movement.
The Consultant will direct her/his activities and engagements without political, racial or religious affiliation.
Requirements:
Please forward your CV with relevant experience in IYCN surveys and other relevant nutrition surveys to the below email. Include also your consultancy rate.
Deadline: 22nd March 2012
Contact: hpm.ke@tdh.ch
Mob: 0706 056 636
Feb 28, 2012
Access to Finance Rwanda (AFR) is a fund initially sponsored by DFID and the World Bank. Other sponsors are likely to join in coming months.
The overall aim of AFR is to help more people and small businesses achieve greater and more effective access to a deeper financial system in Rwanda.
AFR will fund a wide variety of initiatives and investments in the financial sector using grants, loans, subordinated debt and other instruments. In pursuit of its objectives, the AFR is undertaking the initiative and is funding the second FinScope survey in Rwanda.
FinScope is a nationally representative survey that looks at how individuals generate money and how they manage their financial lives. As such, FinScope measures the extent to which different financial services and products are used, by whom and what obstacles are faced by individuals who do not use financial services and products. The first FinScope survey in Rwanda was conducted in 2008.
Requirement
AFR intends to hire a research firm capable of undertaking FinScope 2012. The firm should have relevant experience undertaking national surveys in the financial sector in the East Africa region and preferably in Rwanda. Experience in the coordination of financial sector related surveys in Rwanda or the region would be a distinct advantage.
AFR now invites Expression of Interest (EoI) from research firms to undertake this assignment.
The EoI should state the experience, capabilities and resources of the applicant, taking into account:
Then submit your EoI the same email no later than 20th March 2012.
EoIs submitted after this date will not be considered.
AFR will only contact those firms shortlisted.
Nov 29, 2011
Reference Number: CFC/MAN/11/2011
Health Poverty Action works with some of the poorest and most marginalised communities in Africa, Asia and Latin America, often in very difficult environments. We work to enable these communities to achieve improvements to their health, promoting this as one of their fundamental human rights. In May 2011 HPA received an award of a grant contract with the European Union to implement a cross-border MCH project covering Mandera County in Kenya and Dolo Ado District in Ethiopia. The project will be implemented in close partnership with local NGO partners and the Ministry of Health on both sides of the border. The overall objective of the project is: “Improved health outcomes for pastoralist mothers and children in Ethiopia and Kenya towards the achievement of MCH related Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)” The baseline survey, which will specifically cover the Kenyan side of the border i.e., Mandera County, will have the following components, 1) Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice and Behaviour (KAPB) of individuals, households and communities in the areas of maternal and child health (MCH) including immunization, maternal health emergencies, Harmful Traditional Practices (HTPs), HIV/AIDS and other STIs, and 2) Facility Assessment Survey (FAS) of target health facilities, located in Mandera East, Mandera North, Lafey and Banisa.
Nov 25, 2011
The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) is a leading national, non-governmental organization, founded in 1992 in Kenya with a mission to protect, promote and enhance the enjoyment of all human rights for all men and women in Kenya.
For the last 4 years, the KHRC has been pursuing this through the followings five strategic objectives:
1) Civic action for human rights;
2) Accountability and human rights-centered governance;
3) Leadership in learning and innovation in human rights and democratic development in Kenya;
4) Mainstreaming equality, non discrimination and respect for diversity; and finally,
5) Organizational sustainability of KHRC.
The KHRC is developing a new 4 year Strategic Plan. It is in this regard that the Commission is procuring the services of a HRM consultant to carry out a job evaluation to determine the human resource/staffing requirements.
Overall Scope
The consultant will be expected to review and analyse the twenty one (21) existing jobs to determine human resource/staffing requirements for our new strategic plan, scheduled for completion in February 2012.
This exercise is to help the Commission reduce its personnel costs while ensuring those jobs retained/created are properly remunerated.
Specific Scope
1. Determine the human resource/staffing requirements/design based on mergers, deletions or additions of/to existing jobs for the new strategic plan, scheduled for completion in February 2012;
2. Based on No 1 above, re-write more appropriate Job Descriptions;
3. Using existing compensation surveys for the NGO sector, suggest a competitive and practical reward strategy for KHRC based on the job classification and job grading system in the new human resources manual;
4. Create a skills and competency matrix reflecting the required competencies, qualifications and experience as per the classification in the human resources manual;
5. Fully involve the management in the evaluation exercise.
Outputs expected
1. Positions needed for the Strategic Plan based on mergers, deletions or additions of/to existing jobs;
2. Competency plan;
3. New Job descriptions that clearly reflect the academic qualifications, experience, responsibilities, supervision and reporting relationships for the positions in No 1 above;
4. Revised salary and grading structure which ensures that jobs retained/created are properly remunerated;
5. A refined organisation structure;
6. Job evaluation report.
Facilitation
The KHRC will:
This could for instance include separate and joint discussions with the two stakeholders.
Reporting Line
The consultant shall report to the management that is led by the Executive Director who will be assisted by the Human Resource & Admin Officer together with the Staff Development Committee.
Requirements and Qualifications
The requirements for the carrying out of the assignment include relevant experience in Human Resource Management more specifically on:
a. Experience in competency mapping, job analysis and evaluation, and development of job descriptions;
b. Job regrading and organisations restructuring;
c. Good knowledge of human resource planning;
d. Experience in NGO evaluation exercises;
e. Experience in reward management;
f. Experience in human resource research;
g. Ability to write clear, unambiguous and comprehensive Reports.
Intellectual Property: As per the KHRC’s standard consultancy contract ownership and copyright of all data, drafts and final products will be the sole and exclusive property of the KHRC.
Submitting an Expression of Interest
Interested consultants or firms should send the following:-
The Executive Director
Kenya Human Rights Commission
P O Box 41079 – 00100
Nairobi
or E-mail: admin@khrc.or.ke, mnamusonge@khrc.or.ke
Content of Proposal
1. Technical Component:
The technical component of the proposal should be concisely presented and structured in the following order to include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following information:
a. Description of the Firm and the Firms’ qualifications, a brief description of your firm/institution and an outline of recent experience or projects of a similar nature. You should also provide references and any information that will facilitate our evaluation of your firm/institution’s substantive reliability and financial and managerial capacity to provide the services;
b. Understanding of the Requirements for Services, including any assumptions as well as comments on the data as indicated in the TORs or as you may otherwise believe to be necessary;
c. Proposed Approach, Methodology, Timing and Outputs. This may include any comments or suggestions on the TOR, as well as your detailed description of the manner in which your firm/institution would respond to the TOR. You should include the implementation schedules;
d. Proposed personnel to carry out the assignment and their C.Vs. The composition of the team you propose to provide, with their qualifications and experience, to be accompanied by their curriculum vitae;
e. List of similar assignments done with details of the contact persons.
2. Financial Component
The Financial Component should contain an overall quotation in a single currency, either in US$ or Kshs. The budget should cover all costs which should be valid for a period of not less than 90 days. In addition, the price component must cover all the services to be provided and must itemize the following:
a. Total cost of the assignment (indicating nature and breakdown);
b. A proposed schedule of payments.
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Sep 4, 2011
Request for Proposal
Consultancy Services for Market Survey and Feasibility Study for New Product Development, 2011
Agro Chemical & Food Co. Ltd (ACFC) is a state corporation established under the Companies Act Cap 486 of the Laws of Kenya with the objective of production and sales of Spirits and Baker’s Yeast. The Company has consistently diversified into new areas of business since inception.
The Company invites bids from eligible consulting companies to carry out consultancy services for Market Survey and Feasibility Study for New Product Development, 2011. Details of the information to consultants (ITC) and terms of references are included in the request for proposal documents.
The following are mandatory requirements that must be submitted together with the proposal:
Instructions to consultants
ACFC will select a firm in accordance with the method of selection detailed in the Bid Data Sheet appearing in the Request for Proposal (RFP).ACFC shall allow the consultants to review the request for proposal (RFP) at the point of purchase, free of charge before purchase.A person proposed for key role on field and in office by more than one consultant shall cause the disqualification of both consultants.Interested and eligible firms may inspect the request for proposal (RFP) documents from the procurement office at ACFC Muhoroni or Nairobi offices during normal working hours at the following contact addresses.
1. Jacinter Ochieng
Secretary to Purchase & Supplies Manager,
Agro Chemical & Food Company Limited
Tel: +254(0)202334186/ (0)202334181-3
Email: purchasing@acfc.co.ke
2. Nelly Wadawi
Secretary, Nairobi Office
Jivan Bharatt House, 7th Floor
Tel.020 251453/2230083
Email: nbioffice@acfc.co.ke
The Request for Proposal document may be obtained by interested firms upon payment of a non-refundable fee of Kshs.2, 000/= (Two thousand shillings) in form of a Banker’s cheque payable to Agro Chemical and Food Company Limited.
Duly completed Request for Proposal documents in a plain sealed envelope marked RFP No: ACFC/AIE/ E04020/2011– RFP Name: Consultancy services for Market Survey and Feasibility Study for New Product Development, 2011 should be addressed and delivered to:
The Resident Director & Chief Executive
Agro Chemical & Food Co Ltd
P.O. Box 18-40107
Muhoroni, Kenya
so as to be received on or before 07.10.2011 at 11.00 a.m.
The RFPs will be opened in the ACFC Training Centre on the same day and bidders or their representatives who wish to witness the opening are welcome to do so.
All bidders must include their addresses, telephone contacts, facsimile and email addresses through which all correspondence will be directed.
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Baseline Survey on Wash Project (Machakos Pu Water Facility EC Grant)
Background
Plan is an international child-centred community development organization without political, religious or governmental affiliations. Child sponsorship is the basic foundation of the organization.
Overall objective: Children in Masinga and Matungulu Districts realize their rights to safe drinking water and hygienic sanitation in a clean environment
Specific Objective: Improve access to safe drinking water and sanitation, and improve hygiene practices of 180,000 people in 54 rural communities in Masinga and Matungulu.
Scope of work
The interested consultancy firm will be expected
The ToR will include qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis, tools development, and assessment of the Water and sanitation project - to include relevance, expected impact, sustainability and recommendations.
Interested consultancy firms are requested to obtain a copy of the full terms of reference upon payment of a non- refundable fee of Kshs. 5,000. Payment and collection point for the quotation documents will be the Plan International Kenya Country Office at Dennis Pritt Road Next to Gracia Gardens, Nairobi.
You may contact the email address lilian.munyi@plan-international.org for information.
Requirements
Plan Kenya invites eligible consulting firms or research institutions to forward their Expressions of Interest in providing these services. The consulting firms are expected to submit a technical proposal and a financial proposal, separately. The technical proposal should include an interpretation of the TOR, detailed methodology; elaborate work plan and Gantt chart.
The financial proposal should include a detailed budget proposal; proposed terms and schedule of payment; organizational capacity statement, past experience and activities related to the situation analysis; CVs for the consulting team; names, addresses, telephone numbers of three professional referees; detailed contact addresses and copy of registration certificate, VAT and
PIN.
The consulting firm must have undertaken similar works in East and Southern Africa in the last four years and the team must be well-grounded in social science, Public health, water and sanitation with excellent skills in research, design, monitoring and evaluation of rights based and child centered community development programs.
It must have proven experience in conducting participatory qualitative and quantitative assessments with superior literature review and analytical skills. The consulting team will sign and adhere to Plan Kenya’s Child Protection Policy (CPP).
The completed expression of interest documents in writing must be delivered to the address below or deposited in the Tender Box situated at the Reception of Plan Kenya, Machakos PU (located in Matuu town) so as to be received on or before 13/09/2011 at 1200 hours Kenyan local time. The expression of interest must be in blank sealed envelopes clearly marked ‘’TENDER FOR BASELINE SURVEY-EC GRANT’’ and addressed to:
The Tender Commitee,
Plan International Kenya
Machakos PU,
Thika-Garissa Road,
P.O. Box 194-90119, Matuu
We thank all consultancy firms for the responses to this tender advertisement.
However, we regret that only qualified consultancy firms will be contacted.
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Aug 27, 2011
Baseline Survey for Kenya, Ethiopia and Tanzania
Call for Consultants: Baseline Survey
EC Grant No.: DCI-HUM/2010/255-732
DSW is an international development organization with head office in Germany. Its main goal is to help people free themselves from poverty. For this purpose DSW supports family planning and sexual and reproductive health projects.
DSW, with financial assistance from the European Union, and in partnership with Legal Human Rights Centre (LHRC), based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania; Professional Alliance for Development (PADet) in Ethiopia and National Commission on Gender and Development in Kenya (NCGD) is implementing a three year project ‘Working Together for Decent work in East Africa’.
The project supports social protection and employment for those excluded from the formal labour market, especially women and youth.
Through a combination of strategies and activities the project shall contribute to the improved living and working conditions for those depending on the informal economy and other vulnerable groups that face challenges in finding formal employment.
DSW intends to engage a lead consultant to carry out a baseline survey for the project in the three countries. The survey shall be carried out separately for Ethiopia by a support consultant who shall be supervised by the lead consultant based in Kenya.
DSW is thus inviting qualified consultants (individual or firms) to submit expression of interest by September 7, 2011 close of business.
Interested candidates may request for the Terms of Reference, which provide details of submission, qualifications and EOI preparation from fit4life@dswkenya.org and copy to info@dswkenya.org by close of business of August 30th, 2011.
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Baseline Survey: Local Non-State and State Actors Engagement in KNCHR’s Public Complaints Referral Mechanism
The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) in partnership with GIZ-Social Justice Reconciliation and National Cohesion project, seek the services of a consultant / consulting firm to conduct a baseline survey in the North Rift and Northern Kenya regions in the month of September, 2011.
The overall aim of the baseline study is, on behalf of KNCHR, to collect and analyze data for making an initial assessment on the existing regional complaints referral systems in place, used by KNCHR and in collaboration with other institutions - both State and Non-State.
The results of the study are to serve as the baseline for measuring the use of the referral system and the satisfaction by key stakeholders of the usefulness of the referral system.
The Kenya National Human Rights Commission is an independent National Human Rights Institution and was established by the Government through the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights Act No. 9 of 2002.
Its core mandate is to further the protection and promotion of human rights in Kenya. It plays two broad roles firstly as a watch dog over the government in the area of human rights and secondly as a leader in moving the country toward a Human Rights State.
The consultant/consulting firm is expected, in close collaboration with KNCHR and GIZ;
i) To prepare a baseline survey to make an initial assessment of the existing regional referral system in place, used by KNCHR and other institutions - both State and Non-State, focusing on North Rift and Northern Kenya regions and the prospects/positioning of the KNCHR regional offices for an integrated complaints mechanism
ii) To assess the role of CSOs in complaints handling and challenges experienced in engaging with KNCHR in the referral system
iii) To use appropriate qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis methodology, to allow for future evaluation indicators on the use by and usefulness of the referral system to the relevant State and Non State Actors
iv) To design and provide key quantitative and qualitative indicators for evaluation from the data analysis to measure the use of the referral mechanism and the usefulness of the referral system to the relevant State and Non-State Actors in the mid and long term
v) To provide suitable recommendations for KNCHR in its current public complaints referral mechanisms
If interested please submit a detailed proposal – technical and financial - for such a survey, with specific indications on:
GIZ Kenya Office, Riverside Mews Building, Riverside Drive
P.O. Box 41607- 00100, Nairobi.
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