Palladium County Engagement Modeling Process Jobs in Kenya

Purpose, Scope, and Deliverables of the Assignment

The objective of the assignment is to document a process for working with counties on enabling environment reforms—using KIM’s work with Makueni County as a model—to develop a methodology for future engagements with county governments that is in alignment with USAID’s Journey to Self-Reliance (J2SR) policy.

KIM seeks to create a how-to guide that includes lessons learned for future county engagements to identify specific investment opportunities and incorporate enabling environment reforms that target unlocking capital.

Scope of Work

Under the guidance of KIM, the firm will develop a concise overview of processes, procedures, and decision points to guide future engagement with county governments on Business Enabling Environment activities, leveraging KIM’s experience on the Makueni County/Kalamba Fruit Factory initiative as well as the firm’s own experience working with counties.

Key Activities

• Undertake a rapid assessment of all steps KIM initiated with Makueni County and other stakeholders under the pilot.

• Conduct interviews with KIM staff, Makueni County officials, and private sector actors involved in the pilot to identify processes and activities that worked well in addition to those that could be improved.

• Identify additional activities that should have taken place, and/or stakeholders that should have been consulted, if any.

• Develop a structural outline and checklist detailing the recommended process, decision points, and areas for stakeholder engagement for future county-level BEE interventions. (two- to three-page)

• Present the proposed recommendations to at least two other counties, documenting and incorporating their feedback into the final recommendations.

• Collaborate with KIM’s Communications Manager to develop a success story, white paper, or other communications piece (exact format to be determined in consultation with KIM) based on insights uncovered during the assignment.

Key Deliverables

A final report that consists of:

A two- to three-page rapid assessment report highlighting all steps KIM initiated with Makueni County and other stakeholders, including processes and activities that worked well in addition to those that could be added or improved.

A one-page graphic on the recommended process for county investment and policy engagements;

A maximum two-page (preferred one-page) document detailing process flow and checklist engagement requirements;

A one-page outline for a county engagement (co-created) work plans; and

A maximum three-page report on lessons learned and other process improvement recommendations.

• Conduct presentation sessions at two other counties on

the county engagement methodology checklist.

• Success story, white paper, or other communications piece (exact format to be determined in consultation with KIM)

Duration of Service

The work is expected to begin at the earliest date available, with consideration of the upcoming holidays. Respondents should include an estimated start date and timeline (i.e. number of days required to complete the assignment) in their proposal.

Proposal Submission

Interested firms must submit a proposal with examples of similar engagements undertaken previously and the results achieved. The proposal must include detailed CVs of the team members proposed to implement the assignment, an estimated timeline (i.e. number of days required to complete the assignment), and a quotation of the applicable fees (tax inclusive). KIM is obliged by the Kenyan tax authorities to withhold taxes on service fees as well as any applicable VAT. Tenderers are advised to ensure that they have a clear understanding of their tax position with regard to the provisions of Kenyan tax legislation when formulating their financial proposals.

NOTE: Palladium reserves the right to award or not award the assignment at the direction of USAID.

Required qualifications and experience of the firm:

• A duly registered consulting firm with a minimum 5 years of experience in workflow management, procedural management, and problem-solving

• Demonstrated knowledge of county government administration, budgeting, and procedures for passing policies and regulations

• Demonstrated understanding of the political economy of Kenyan counties and the investment landscape

• Prior USAID Prosper County consulting experience highly desired

Team members must possess:

A background in Business Management, Law, Policy Development, or a related field relevant to demonstrate capability to complete this TOR

A minimum 3 years of relevant work experience

The ability to relate to senior officials and work with a multitude of stakeholders

Strong English verbal and written communications

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Palladium County Engagement Modeling Process Jobs in Kenya

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