Objectives of the PE Consultancy.
Explain key principles of participatory epidemiology (PE) target audience.
Share information and knowledge that reflects change of attitude in diseases investigations using PE tools.
Demonstrate correct use of and processes of conducting PE: Scoring, Ranking and visualization.
Conduct a study with focus on various livestock diseases using PE methods.
Document the learning process.
Products of the consultancy:
Develop a training guide for Participatory Epidemiology to be used by the county staff.
Review of the various livestock diseases and how PE can be applied in their investigations and control for the PE.
Train 25 county staff identified by the director veterinary services
A training report for the 2 cycles (Phase one 10 days and phase two 6 days).
Learning material for the target audience.
ACTED responsibilities:
Training facilities; venue, LCD projector, writing materials, will be availed by ACTED as necessary.
Transportation and movement.
Required skills and Experience:
The consultant must demonstrate meeting the following minimum requirements.
Hold at least a Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Medicine, Public Health or any other livestock related qualification with proven experience participatory epidemiology.
Certification as a trainer in Participatory Epidemiology (PENAPH certification preferred).
Proven solid experience of disease surveillance work in the ASAL areas of Kenya.
Previous and/or current experience in similar assignment with Government of Kenya and/or NGO preferred.
Good knowledge and experience in community based initiatives.
Excellent analytical, presentation and writing skills.
Experience in qualitative data gathering and analysis.
Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams
Period of Assignment and Evaluation Approach
The firm/consultant is expected to be contracted within the month of November 2019. Upon award of the consultancy, the firm/consultant is expected to commence the training within a period of 5days. ACTED expects the selected firm/consultant to carry all the works including submission of the relevant reports within 20 days (Phase one 12 days training, and phase two 8 days training and reporting) effective the day of contract signing.
Requirements for the Consultancy:
The prospective bidders are required to submit preliminary proposals detailing the following:-
A capability statement: The firm/consultant(s) to carry out this training should submit a profile detailing: experience relevant to the assignment and curriculum vitae of key personnel.
Technical Proposal: Provide an understanding and interpretation of the proposed PE training, proposed methodology, tools and resource capability.
A financial proposal: Include all proposed costs in Kenya Shillings (i.e. consultation fees).
Work schedule/Training Outline: detailing timelines within which the training shall be carried out.
Contacts of 3 Non –governmental organizations that have recently (but preferably within the last 3 years) contracted the firm/consultant(s) to carry out similar assignments.
