Job Summary
This position is responsible for designing or creating graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs such as packaging, displays or logos. Incumbent will also be responsible for developing the overall layout and production design for various applications such as advertisements, brochures, magazines and corporate reports.
Graphic Designer Job Key Responsibilities
Plans concept by studying information and materials.
Prepares work to be accomplished by gathering information and materials.
Obtains approval of concept by submitting rough layout for approval.
Prepares final layout by marking and pasting up finished copy and art.
Illustrates concept by designing rough layout of art and copy regarding arrangement, size, type, size, style and related aesthetic concepts.
Thinking creatively to produce new ideas and concepts and developing interactive design.
Using innovation to redefine a design brief within the constraints of cost and time.
Demonstrating illustrative skills with rough sketches and working on layouts ready for print.
Working with a range of media, including computer-aided design and keeping up to date with emerging technologies.
Qualifications for Graphic Designer Job
Diploma in Graphic Design.
At least one year experience in graphic design activities.
Able to handle Adobe (Photoshop, Design, Illustrator and Light room) and Desktop publishing tools.
Knowledge in After Effects and Premier pro is an added advantage.
Excellent communications, interpersonal, organizational and administrative skills.
Must be computer literate.
Able to work in a team.
Assertive.
Keen on details.
Company Founded: Founded in 1963
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Graphic Designer
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County Program Manager
The USAID Kenya Feed the Future Livestock Market Systems (LMS) Leader with Associates (LWA) program is focused on strengthening community resilience and overcoming poverty, household hunger and chronic undernutrition through: expanded and viable economic opportunities; improved systems, institutions, governance; and human capital.
The Program comprises of Leader and Associate Awards with the objective to maximize local capacity to plan and manage integrated resilience programming and foster collaboration with other implementers to achieve significant and lasting social change.
The Expanding and Diversifying Viable Economic Opportunities in Northern Kenya (AA1) project provides market-based pull by facilitating a more competitive, commercialized livestock value chain for pastoralists that are moving up in the livestock market system and, by creating viable, diversified livelihoods opportunities for those that are moving up or moving out of the sector. The AA1 design builds vibrant market systems in livestock and other viable industries, enabling households to generate more income within the sector and to diversify into other income sources.
By increasing and diversifying income sources, households –with a focus on youth and women– build resilience and create sustained pathways out of poverty.
The three objectives that comprise the pull structure of AA1 are:
1) expanded and diversified viable economic opportunities;
2) strengthened institutions, systems and governance; and
3) collaborative action and learning for market systems change.
Job Summary: The position is responsible for using community-driven, participatory approaches to support and develop efforts that will ensure the livestock market infrastructure is upgraded, becomes vibrant business hubs, are profitable and well managed.
With direct reporting line to the Deputy Chief of Party, the County Program Manager will oversee the implementation of market best practices and streamlining market management in an all-inclusive manner.
The County Program Manager will work closely with the Monitoring & Evaluation and Learning Advisor to ensure that data is collected, verified and informs structured investments into the Livestock Market System of Turkana County.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
LMS Investments scopingThrough stakeholder consultations, identify market system gaps, value chain enhancements or needs that LMS can tackle, respond to and support.
Work with Nairobi-based staff and the Turkana County Team to identify business solutions to address market constraints, value chains inefficiencies and effect catalytic change.
Support the solicitation, community entry and review processes associated with LMS Grants (large, small and innovation) disbursements, and provide progress reports to the project team and provide input/information to project management to facilitate decision making on high impact business/market system solution.LMS Investments Co-creation and Co-Design
Oversee collaboration efforts with Turkana County Government in co-creation and co-design of ideas with potential to provide compelling and sustained solutions toward livestock market systems strengthening
Monitor and update on execution of approved LMS grants/projects within Turkana County, flagging areas of improvement for immediate action, and any environmental mitigation concerns from construction projects.
Collaborate with Turkana County Government and LMS Technical Specialists to outline and execute gender and youth workforce development inclusion actions.Coordination and Management
Employ management styles that ensure Turkana County LMS team members individually and collectively deliver structured services to LMS community partners, including on a just-in-time basis.
Oversee smooth daily running of Turkana Office, making sure resources are available to support field operations.
Ensure a functional team work ethic in the Turkana County Office
Organize visits for Engineers/Architects/Environmental Specialists to review and certify work progress statements/payment certificates from LMS contractors so ACDI/VOCA can make interim payments.
Document and share project success stories, pictures and case studies that demonstrate outstanding project outcomes or changes occasioned by LMS interventions.
Support LMAs to implement market best practices developed by LMS in consultation with market teams in Turkana. Build the capacities of the Livestock Marketing Associations to ensure effective, transparent, and fair governance and management of markets.Representation
Provide reliable and effective representation of LMS across all stakeholder offices, groups and platforms within Turkana County. Key partners are The Turkana County Government, Turkana County chapter of USAID Partnership for Resilience and Economic Growth (PREG) and Civil Society Networks in Turkana
Ensure the LMS Turkana County Office is an open home for all USAID visits related to LMS.
Whenever needed, effectively coordinate scheduled USAID LMS Field monitoring visits in Turkana County. Sometimes these happen on short notice.Qualifications:
A minimum of a BA in Entrepreneurship, Development Studies, Business Management or related field. A Master’s Degree in a related field is highly preferred.
A minimum of 7 years of professional experience in developing/reviewing business plans, conducting economic and/or financial analysis or other relevant areas is a must.
Experience in livestock value chain and MSME development or closely related field will be an added advantage.
Ability to engage with both high level and technical representatives from government (local/national), NGOs, INGOs, private sector, institutions and donors.
USAID programmatic experience a strong plus.
Strong writing, analytical, presentation, representational and reporting skills.
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Credit Development Officer
Job Summary
The Credit Development Officer (“CDO”) will work with the General Manager of Project Madaraka to design, implement, and scale credit sales for a range of products distributed by Amiran. These include farming inputs, biogas digesters, open field irrigation solutions, greenhouses, and other climate smart products that reduce cost and increase revenues for farmers. During the pilot year, CDO responsibilities are in three areas of focus:
Responsibilities
Credit DesignDevelop the assessment and screening criteria for farmer selection
Develop financial models for appraising farming project economics and cash flows
Design credit terms suited to Amiran’s products, the value chain, and farmer capacity to pay
Produce marketing material to promote and educate on credit sales
Train credit sales staff to originate and onboard credit sale customers
Produce an implementation plan for the credit pilotsPilot Implementation
Establish and maintain records of loans outstanding
Follow up with credit customers on repayment, as well as handle work-outs for customers at risk of defaulting on repayments
Identify and monitor all risks that may increase the chances of default by a farmer
Establish and maintain records of all costs of customer acquisition and after sales support
Create reporting to meet requirements of management information, accounting, finance and impact KPI measurement
Travel to farms and related partners around the country as required, to support pilot implementation and data collectionReview & Reporting
Identify and report on the reasons for success, as well as any challenges in repayment
Analyse all risks to default identified during implementation and reccomend mitigation and monitoring strategies
Indentify and cost third party solution providers that could be partnered with to mitigate risks, and design internal solutions where no third party product is suitable
Formalise credit proceures to scale up, and produce relevant documentation
Determine the human resources and technology need to manage the credit function at scaleQualifications
A bachelor’s degree in finance, actuarial sciences, economics, business/commerce, engineering or other numerate degree
Experience at a financial institution with an asset finance focus in a credit related role, including credit analysis for agricultural loans / smallholder farmers
Advanced level Excel skills, including capabilities to develop cash flow models
Experience of providing effective training on provision of credit
Knowledge of agriculture value chains, in particular in the horticulture sector; through either of university degree specialisation, professional training or practical experience
Project management experience including field work in rural areas; with responsibility for credit product development, running credit pilots, and scaling upPreferred:
Full professional accounting qualifications e.g. CPA (K), ACCA
An MBA degree / CFA charter or professional qualifications in credit risk management such as CCA (Chartered Credit Analyst) or other formal training
Experience setting up credit risk management processes and related documentation
Experience integrating off the shelf software applications related to credit management in agribusiness and / or financial services
Expertise in using technology tools to make data driven decisions and generate insightsPersonal attributes
Passion for catalysing the growth of small-scale commercial farming in Kenya
Learner mindset, seeks to fully understand then solve problems creatively
Openness to acquiring further qualifications relevant to the role
Self-starter, able to work independently with minimal supervision, clearly define tasks and objectives; then make decisions inclusively to drive business results
Entrepreneurial approach, embracing uncertainty and rapid change of a startup environment
Willing to perform unglamorous duties to get the job done and pay attention to details that matter
Prioritises communicating with others, is a great listener, well organized and self-disciplined
Passion for helping others grow and contributing to team spirit with a positive attitude, humility, and a good sense of humor
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Monitoring and Evaluation Lead, Kenya DFSA Research and Design Lead, Kenya DFSA Institutional Development Lead, Kenya DFSA Gender, Youth, and Social Dynamics Lead, Kenya DFSA
ACDI/VOCA is promptly seeking a Monitoring and Evaluation Lead for the upcoming USAID Title II Development Food Security Activity (DFSA) in Kenya. The DFSA in Kenya is anticipated to be a multi-year project to address the underlying causes of chronic food insecurity. The activity will aim to sustainably reduce levels of acute malnutrition and increase food security in the most vulnerable households in northern Kenya. To achieve this, the ACDI/VOCA team will ensure the implementation of interventions designed to increase incomes, ensure access to nutritious food year-round, improve household nutrition and hygiene practices, and strengthen governance in communities affected by shocks and stresses.
The Monitoring and Evaluation Lead, a member of senior management team, will play a critical role in generation and analysis of quality evidence and data through monitoring, assessments, and evaluations. S/he will lead design and development of monitoring systems, conduct data assurance and effectively promote evidence-based program management.Provide technical leadership for M&E to the project team to ensure USAID and Food for Progress M&E requirements are met
Guide data collection, management of the data, and display of the results including reporting and dissemination, building capacity of M&E and technical staff, and ensuring compliance
Design and lead implementation of efficient and accurate data collection system that includes efficient processes for collecting data and ensuring data quality
Provide oversight of the M&E database, using it to track progress and trends, generate reports, and conduct data quality checks
Coordinate and facilitate the refinement of the Theory of Change, logical framework, and food security and nutrition indicators
Supervise M&E staff and oversee implementation of all M&E activities, including annual surveys, case studies, and stakeholder workshops to refine approaches
Oversee strengthening of M&E capacity of local organizationsRequirement
Master’s degree in a quantitative field such as economics, agricultural/development economics, statistics, biostatistics; nutrition, applied sociology, anthropology, or other relevant subject with 8 years relevant experience, or a PhD in any of the stated field of study above, with at least six years relevant work experience required
Significant training in quantitative methods required
Demonstrated experience in leading the M&E of a large and complex program required
Expertise in developing and operationalizing a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation plans
Thorough understanding of food security programming required
Knowledge of Theory of Change, logic model, food and nutrition security indicators
Demonstrated experience in data quality assurance, data utilization, and gender integration into M&E and experience
Successful experience in East Africa region preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Food Security Lead, Kenya Chief of Party, Kenya
Job Details
ACDI/VOCA is currently seeking a Food Security Lead for the upcoming USAID Title II Development Food Security Activity (DFSA) in Kenya. The DFSA in Kenya is anticipated to be a multi-year project to address the underlying causes of chronic food insecurity. The activity will aim to increase food security in the most vulnerable households in northern Kenya.
To achieve this, the ACDI/VOCA team will ensure the implementation of interventions designed to increase incomes, ensure access to nutritious food year-round, improve household nutrition and hygiene practices, and strengthen governance in communities affected by shocks and stresses.
The Food Security Lead will support the COP in developing the strategic direction and providing technical advice across all program components in the planning, designing and implementation of activities. The Food Security Lead will be highly experienced in a broad spectrum of food security technical focus areas with responsibilities including, but not limited to the following:
Responsibilities:Establish and manage systems to ensure cohesion across all technical sectors of the activity.
Ensure technical interventions are integrated, layered and sequenced appropriately at all levels of implementation within the activity, and USAID investments.
Ensure the achievement of activity goals and objectives in line with annual plans by providing technical advice and direction to the activity team.
Oversee day-to-day planning, design and operations of project and technical teams to ensure effective project implementation.
Ensure achievement of learning objectives and use results to adapt program design as needed.
Prepare and/or assist in the preparation of reports and documents to USAID, national governments, ACDI/VOCA headquarters and other partner organizations.
Oversee and provide technical guidance to the directors for agriculture productivity, enterprise development, finance and investment, and nutrition.
Supervision and evaluation of technical team.Qualifications:
Advanced degree in Agriculture, Business, International Development, Public Health, or other relevant sectors
At least 5 years minimum relevant experience required
Extensive experience working on food security issues
Proven leadership skills and demonstrated experience recruiting, developing and mentoring, and managing staff
Thorough knowledge of food security conditions, social issues and cross-cultural context in Kenya
A record of successful performance on USAID-funded activities
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with activity stakeholders: donors, partners, local government institutions, local communities and vulnerable groups, etc.
Excellent writing and communication skills.
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Chief of Party, Kenya Deputy Chief of Party, Kenya
Job description
ACDI/VOCA is currently seeking a Chief of Party for the upcoming USAID Title II Development Food Security Activity (DFSA) in Kenya. The DFSA in Kenya is anticipated to be a multi-year project to address the underlying causes of chronic food insecurity. The activity will aim to increase food security in the most vulnerable households in northern Kenya. To achieve this, the ACDI/VOCA team will ensure the implementation of interventions designed to increase incomes, ensure access to nutritious food year-round, improve household nutrition and hygiene practices, and strengthen governance in communities affected by shocks and stresses.
The COP is responsible for overall DFSA program implementation and achievement of activity objectives. He/she will provide leadership, oversight, and support to all aspects of the program. The COP will promote strong relationships with the USAID Mission, the host government, sub-recipient partners and other donor and non-governmental organizations. This position is based in Kenya with frequent in-country travel.Provide technical leadership and managerial oversight to all aspects of the program, including support in programmatic areas such as improving livelihoods of beneficiaries and promoting improved health and nutrition
Foster strong relationships with the USAID Mission, host government institutions, and other donor and nongovernmental organizations
Supervise commodity management, budgeting, pipeline analyses and financial accounting
Oversee planning sessions, development, refinement and implementation of strategies to improve program performance
Ensure timeliness of monitoring and evaluation activities and develop reports for donor and ACDI/VOCA management
Implement the system to ensure accuracy of setting targets, progress tracking, and compliance with evidence of reporting
Coordinate activities and write annual results report, resource requests, quarterly reports and pipeline analyses
Directly liaise with the USAID Mission for an update, addressing issues and responding to project-related questions and requestsRequirements
Master’s degree in development studies, agriculture, nutrition, public health or related field
Minimum of 10 years of progressively increasing management responsibility in international development projects
Experience managing multi-sectoral food security projects including agricultural development and maternal child health and nutrition
Proven leadership skills and demonstrated experience recruiting, developing and mentoring, and managing staff
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with host governments, donors, other donor-funded projects and stakeholders, local organizations, and partners
Understanding and demonstrated commitment to the importance of gender and youth issues in food security programming
Regional experience in East Africa is highly preferred
Demonstrated skills in meeting programmatic and financial reporting requirements
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English; Swahili a plus
Ability to travel within the country and internationally, as requiredPlease apply directly online at www.acdivoca.org/international-jobs. The applications will be reviewed promptly upon receipt, only finalists will be contacted. ACDI/VOCA is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities and people from diverse groups are encouraged to apply.
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Tradesmen & Women Servicemen & Women Tradesmen & Women Artisans
Job Details
Bribery and other acts of corruption are against the law. All persons presenting themselves for recruitment purposes with fake/falsified documents or caught engaging in any corrupt activity shall be arrested and prosecuted. If you accept to be conned, you will lose your money or property and go to jail; it has happened to many citizens during last recruitment.
Do not waste your money and risk imprisonment; NO ONE can influence the recruitment process. Report any suspicious conmen to the nearest police station or a military camp. KDF recruitment is absolutely FREE TO ALL.
The public is further notified that recruitment is ONLY conducted at the advertised recruitment centres countrywide during daytime before 1800 hrs (6pm) on weekdays only. Successful candidates will be issued with calling letters at the recruitment centres by the Senior Recruiting Officers.
Any person purporting to recruit or issue an alleged calling letter away from a recruitment centre is a con person.
The KDF Recruiting Teams consisting of the Kenya Army, Kenya Air Force and Kenya Navy will be visiting the recruiting centres to recruit Servicemen/women and Defence Forces Constabularies on dates and venues indicated.
All potential candidates reporting to the recruitment centres should come from the Sub-Counties and Divisions of their respective Counties. They must bring with them current original national identity card, academic certificates and testimonials. Photocopies, scanned documents and police abstracts will not be accepted.
RequirementsMust be Kenyan citizen and should not have dual citizenship.
A minimum of mean grade C (Plain) in KCSE, a relevant Diploma or above from a recognized Institution and be registered with the relevant statutory bodies where applicable.
Be in possession of valid a Kenyan National Identity card
Between 18 and 30 years old.
Be physically and medically fit in accordance with the KDF standards.
Have no criminal record.
Minimum Height: Men: 1.60 m (5ft 3in) / Women: 1.52 m (5ft)
Minimum Weight: Men: 54.55 Kg (120 lb) / Women: 50.00 Kg (110 lb)
Female candidates must NOT be pregnant at recruitment and during training.go to method of application »
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Collaboration, Learning, and Adaptation (CLA) Director, Kenya
Job description
Collaboration, Learning, and Adaptation (CLA) Director, Kenya
ACDI/VOCA is seeking a Collaboration, Learning, and Adaptation Director for an anticipated USAID-funded research and learning opportunity in Kenya, broadly in the areas of agricultural development, market systems, and resilience. The CLA Director will be primarily responsible for leading project learning internally, as well as supporting collaborative design and dissemination processes that enhance application of project-sponsored research and learning externally – e.g. by implementing partners, donors, government staff, and market actors. S/he will provide project leadership as the centralized point for analysis, strategic planning, and support to improve technical implementation, effective use of resources, and sustainability. The CLA Director will also oversee the development and implementation of capturing lessons learned to inform the activity’s technical approach.Manage the process of project learning to ensure knowledge and learning from a range of sources – pilot and intervention experiences, performance monitoring data, staff and partner observations, research studies, contextual trends, etc. – is effectively analyzed, shared and applied to improve practice and enhance the scalability, efficiency, and sustainability of project impact. Plan, design, and/or manage processes, tools, and team skills that enable this.
Provide technical support to project collaborators (e.g. other implementers, government or donor stakeholders, etc) in the areas of learning design and implementation, analysis and reflection, and facilitating adaptive management processes to ensure learning is applied.
Lead development of the project’s internal learning agenda, collaboratively with stakeholders and cross-functional staff. Update and adjust learning agenda as needed.
Support development of the project’s external learning agenda, through hosting stakeholder feedback sessions with the project’s research partners to enhance relevancy and practical application of research questions and learning plans. In addition, co-design creative and user-focused ways to disseminate and communicate research findings to maximize absorption and application of information for partners. (e.g. infographics and other graphics, use of social media, well- facilitated in-person meetings, email bursts, web presence, webinar, trainings, etc.).
Assist the Chief of Party in identifying areas that may require adaptive management which will allow the project to review activities, pilot where relevant, and abandon, modify, or scale them to achieve the desired outcomes. Seek out ways to cultivate skills and behaviors by team members that support behaviors collaboration, learning, and adapting.
Organize and facilitate regular staff and partner meetings to share experiences and lessons, and brainstorm ways to apply new learning in day-to-day as well as strategic plans.
Work with the M&E Manager to support research selected activities by providing the necessary program and organizational support.
Leverage a mix of informational sources and research methods – project M&E and other partner data, observations from staff and partners, primary and secondary market research – to (i) analyze project progress towards goals and learning objectives, (ii) communicate those findings externally (e.g. to donor, external partners) and internally (e.g. to project staff), and (iii) apply that learning into improved work-planning and project activities.
Participate in regular senior management planning meetings and provide analytical feedback and support to inform technical decisions by senior management and the technical component leads.
Coordinate regularly with ACDI/VOCA’s headquarters office in Washington, DC, including the program management, M&E, and technical learning and application teams.Requirement
At least 10 years’ experience in international development, preferably working in agriculture, markets, and/or food security programming. Of this, at least 5 years of practical experience in performance monitoring and results management, collaboration and learning. Knowledge of USAID’s CLA approach and/or trends in market development M&E (e.g. measuring systemic change, indirect impact, resilience) desired.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as in business, organizational learning, or economics. .
Experience with USAID programs and knowledge of USAID rules and regulations desired.
Previous experience working in Kenya or East Africa strongly preferred.
Proven experience leading project teams in the process of regularly capturing and analyzing information, reflecting on its implications for current practice, and adapting accordingly to support and improve development outcomes strongly
Demonstrated ability to inspire cross-functional teams to collaborate effectively and efficiently.
Excellent oral, written (especially analytical skills to inform high quality reports), and interpersonal skills.
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Sales Executives Sales Engineer / Sales Executive – Irrigation Agricultural Technician
Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities:
Formulating, articulating and implementing appropriate and effective sales strategies
Prepare a weekly sales plan on how to achieve the target sales
Overseeing the effective management of client relationships, interfacing with key client personnel, screening inquires and ensuring delivery of quality service to clients
Acting as a contact between the company and its existing potential customers
Assisting in the preparation of sound business plans, sales forecasts and budgets as well as accurately measuring performance along metrics including revenues and profitability
Developing sales pitches for the various company products and services
Assisting in the timely resolution of customer issues and ensuring that all clients are maintained through proactive communication with the client and ensuring that all queries, complaints are promptly attended to
Managing relationships through excellent customer relations
Monitoring and reviewing the performance of existing clients’ accountsThe successful candidate should have the following qualifications:
Bachelors degree in the field of Sales and Marketing
A Diploma in Hotel Management will be an added advantage
At least 4-5 years experience in marketing in commercial sector 2 years of which should be selling Hospitality related Amenities and Accessories
Excellent computer skills
A proven record of meeting sales targets.
Strong understanding of customer and market dynamics and requirements.
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Consultant
Request for Proposal (RFP)
Request for Proposal for the Provision of Consultancy Services in Providing Technical Support on Power Audit at a Milling Plant
Introduction
The program aims to support processors of fortified foods to increase the availability of adequately fortified foods by assisting them to resolve production and business related challenges that may limit their capacity to escalate this production.
In Kenya, the program is supporting wheat flour and maize flour millers through the provision of customized technical support, organizing sector wide trainings and CEO Forums, among other sectoral support interventions.
The technical support is provided through the use of volunteers who are employees (with extensive experience and expertise in different fields) of companies within the PFS Consortium, local consultants or a combination of the two.
It is envisaged that, resolving production, compliance or business related challenges will greatly improve the capacity of processors to produce safe, quality and adequately fortified products thereby increasing their competitiveness and market share.
The Challenge
Our client is a mid-sized milling company with a production capacity of 150MT/day. Milling operations started in 2016 and the firm has since been growing by increasing its visibility in the market and expanding its share within the maize milling sector.
As part of the growth and expansion strategy, the firm seeks to lower its production and other associated costs. An analysis of these costs showed an operation of about 30% above the average production cost across the sector, a big proportion of this cost is attributable to power/electricity costs.
In Kenya, electric power is not in constant supply: During maintenance of the supply infrastructure or in periods of shortage, the power is rationed affecting production. During power surge voltage fluctuations to an extent damage sensitive milling parts that may require a more regulated power supply.
Currently, the firm does not have a back-up generator or an alternative source of power to keep operations running once the electric power from the main grid is off. Before installing alternative sources of power the firm would like to ensure efficient use of the existing power supply within the entire Plant.
As part of the customized technical support, SAPFF seeks to hire a consultant (individual /firm) to work with PFS volunteer to support the power audit project.
Objective of the Project:
To conduct a power audit in the maize milling plant and provide recommendations on efficient use of the available power supply. (electric/solar /diesel)
Aim of the Assignment:
To technically support implementation of the Power audit Project at the milling plant in the next 2 months.
Tasks of the Consultant
The consultant will work with PFS Volunteers to identify key power drivers; define key performance indicators to measure and monitor the power trends; and recommend appropriate measures for optimal power utilization within the maize milling plant by performing the following specific tasks:Map out the general use of power and the connectivity system through-out the maize milling Plant.
Using the audit tool agreed upon with the PFS volunteers, conduct an audit of power usage in the Plant.
Accurately measure, collect, compile and share all the necessary power data and information as requested.
Continuously support the Project by ensuring the client is actively engaged and information regarding this process is timely and accurately provided to PFSVolunteers.
Map out an implementation plan for the recommendations provided and guide the client implement in order to achieve Project objectives.Period of Engagement and Deliverables
The consultancy will commence from 15th October, 2018 to 15th December, 2018.
However, the level of effort required will be 20 man days, to be utilized as given below with the associated deliverables expected.Task: Map out the power system through-out the PlantDeliverable: A detailed report with drawings showing power in/outletsLevel of Effort (man days): 2
Task: Conduct 3 separate audits of power usage (at different times within a month)Deliverable: Duly filled in audit tool with power usage matrices.Level of Effort (man days): 9
Task: Participate in conference calls with volunteersDeliverable: Brief reports on tasks assigned during the call and info providedLevel of Effort (man days): 1
Task: Implement recommendations provided by volunteersDeliverable: Brief Implementation Reports with expected outcomesLevel of Effort (man days): 7Task: Debrief and Close of ProjectDeliverable: Final Project reportLevel of Effort (man days): 1
Total Number of man days: 20 Days
Submissions should include;
Statement of CompetenceProfile – Lead Consultant and Organization
Project Resource Persons
Briefs on similar or related assignments carried out in the pastFinancial Proposal
Detailed costing in Kenya shillings with applicable Tax/Charges clearly identified.
Provide requested payment terms and conditions.Terms and Conditions
The Request for Proposal is not and shall not be considered an offer by TechnoServe.
All responses must be received on or before the date and time indicated on the RFP. All late responses will be rejected.
All unresponsive responses will be rejected.
All proposals will be considered binding offers. Prices proposed must be valid for entire period provided by respondent.
All awards will be subject to TNS contractual terms and conditions and contingent on the availability of donor funding.
TNS reserves the right to accept or reject any proposal or cancel the solicitation process at any time, and shall have no liability to the proposing organizations submitting proposals for such rejection or cancellation of the request for proposals.
TNS reserves the right to accept all or part of the proposal when award is provided.
All information provided by TNS in this RFP is offered in good faith. Individual items are subject to change at any time, and all bidders will be provided with notification of any changes. TNS is not responsible or liable for any use of the information submitted by bidders or for any claims asserted therefrom.
TNS reserves the right to require any bidder to enter into a non-disclosure agreement.
The bidders are solely obligated to pay for any costs, of any kind whatsoever, which may be incurred by bidder or any third parties, in connection with the Response. All responses and supporting documentation shall become the property of TNS, subject to claims of confidentiality in respect of the response and supporting documentation, which have been clearly marked confidential by the bidder.Form / Content of Response
All proposals shall:Be in the English language.
Contain detailed cost in Kenya shillings with applicable Tax/Charges clearly identified.
Provide requested payment terms and conditions.
Include a contact name, email address, and telephone number to facilitate communication between TNS and the submitting organization.Criteria for Selection
The evaluation of each response to this RFP will be based on the requirements set out in the solicitation and any addenda thereto. At the sole discretion of TNS, the top proposals may be selected for follow-up questions or to provide an oral presentation.
The following weighting and points will be assigned to the proposal for evaluation purposes:
Category Component WeightExperience of the Individual or firm: Experience of the firm in undertaking similar assignments and tasks – 20marks
The CV’s of proposed team: The Experience of individuals proposed to undertake this assignment and how best suited they are for the task – 20 marks
Suggested Approach, Methodology and work plan: Does the suggested approach meet the expectations of the project and fit within timescales? Does the suggested Work plans have clear deliverables and does the facilitation techniques for the methodology fit with expectations – 30 marks
Total Points Available for Technical – (70 marks)
Quotation Price and Cost – (30 marks)
Grand Total – (100 marks)Pricing (30 marks)
The lowest price costs submitted will be allocated 30 marks. All other bids will be awarded marks to the following formula: 30 x (Pm/P)
Where: Pm = the lowest tendered offerP = the specific supplier offer under consideration
Technoserve reserves the right to award the contract to the organization whose proposal is deemed to be in the best interest of TNS and the Donor.
The Organization with the winning proposal will be notified in writing. Those who were not selected may or may not be notified, at the sole discretion of TNS.