Website: Website http://www.hfhkenya.or.ke/

Capital Markets and Financial Inclusion Officer

Located in Bratislava Slovakia, as a Capital Markets and Financial Inclusion Officer, you will offer high quality back-office support and coordination of the capital market and financial inclusion strategy in the EMEA area. You will be responsible for the support and coordination of the existing and new housing finance partnerships in the region, consistent with HFHI standards and strategic goals towards sustainably serving families. The whole Bratislava team consists of 45 people but you will closely cooperate also with our colleagues in Pretoria, South Africa and around the world.Performance ObjectivesBACK OFFICE SUPPORT AND COORDINATION OF CAPITAL MARKETS AND FINANCIAL INCLUSION STRATEGIES AND MODELS:

Coordinate and support the technical assistance and advisory provided to partners, coordinate and lead the procurement process for consultants and collect and consolidate data for reporting needs.
Support Ass. Director in development of project proposals to potential donors, or investors, focusing on coordination and development of the capital market/financial inclusion design and objectives.

Development Of PartnershipsIdentify, prioritize, establish and maintain relationships with Implementing Partners (Micro Finance Institutions, other Local Finance Institutions, Donors, Investors, consultants, etc).Resource Development CoordinationSupport in identification, prioritization, establishing and maintaining relationships with Funding Partners (Investors, Guarantors, Donors).About YouTo thrive as a Capital Markets and Financial Inclusion Officer at Habitat for Humanity EMEA, you must:

Have strong interest in International development, financial inclusion, housing issues.
Have a Bachelor’s degree, Masters degree or equivalent experience preferred in international development, business administration, or related discipline.
Have 3-5 years’ work experience.
Have 1-2 years of research experience and data compilation/analysis.
Have experience with Non-governmental organizations/Development sector, writing proposals, reports and maintaining partnerships/accounts.
Be fluent in written and spoken English.
Have strong organizational, analytical, interpersonal and networking skills.
Have excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
Be proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
Be a team player with flexible approach and happy to take the initiative.
Be comfortable working and communicating with a multicultural team.
Be willing to communicate and affirm the Christian roots and principles of HFHI.
Take seriously your ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work.
Are willing to travel up to 20% of the time within the EMEA area.

BenefitsWe have a benefits package that invests in our employee’s long-term personal and professional growth and well-being. Here’s a sample of what that includes:

Competitive salary offer from 1 300 Euros.
Work-Life balance: 40 hours a week with Alternative Working Schedule providing some degree of flexibility on how long, where, and when you work.
Meal vouchers: 5 € per day fully compensated by the employer.
Education, training and tuition assistance: Training and professional development in the field is offered.
Opportunity to work for an International NGO contributing to eliminating poverty around the world and work in international development.
And much more!

October 26, 2024
Finance Assistant

Habitat for Humanity International is looking to add a Finance Assistant who is well-versed in accounting principles and has great attention to detail to our team in Nairobi Kenya. The Finance Assistant will be part of a team of professionals working to maintain order and transparency for the organization’s finances.The Finance Assistant will provide support to the Terwilliger Center for Innovation in Shelter (TCIS), manage daily accounting tasks and provide TCIS grant support to our regional finance department. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in accounting principles and able to work comfortably with numbers and attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities

Prepare financial transactions related to office and project expenditures – ensure proper coding and approvals with special focus on transactions related to TCIS
Support budget management of TCIS grants
Support GCDR in reporting for TCIS grants
Verify supporting documentation, ensure reconciliation with approved contracts
Maintain an effective filing system for financial transactions
Review and process travel & expense reports, follow up on employee advances
Assist the Senior accountant with monthly closings and preparation of monthly financial statements Assist with preparation and coordination of the audit process
Assist with implementing and maintaining internal financial controls and procedures
Other related duties as assigned by supervisor

Key Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in finance, Accounting or related field
At least 2-3 years of work experience in finance or accounting
Good understanding of financial and accounting policies, standards and associated regulatory issues
Work experience with INGOs would be an advantage
Good communication skills (both written and oral) in English
Technical accounting skills and understanding of accounting software
Competent in Microsoft Word and Excel
Good analytical and organizational skills, attention to detail and determination to meet deadlines
Honesty and strong ethics are required to be successful in this position
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Demonstrated capacity and willingness to learn – open to learning new ways of doing things
Professional attitude towards work
Pro-active and results oriented
Friendly, customer service orientation

October 26, 2024
Consultancy on Moderator Services

TERMS OF REFERENCE
CONSULTANCY ON MODERATOR SERVICES
Background
Almost a quarter of the world’s population lives in substandard shelter, impacting their health and livelihoods and their children’s education. Since 1976, Habitat for Humanity has helped more than 10 million people worldwide improve their shelter conditions. Yet, Habitat’s construction efforts alone cannot keep pace with the massive and growing need. In fact, no response by governments or private philanthropy alone can meet the shelter needs of 1.6 billion people.
Habitat for Humanity established the Terwilliger Center for Innovation in Shelter (Terwilliger Center) to work with housing market systems by supporting local firms and expanding innovative and client-responsive services, products and financing so that households can improve their shelter more effectively and efficiently. This is based on the understanding that the role of local markets is critical. Indeed, most low-income people already use available market options to put a roof — no matter how frail or insecure— over their heads. These transactions in the local market far outstrip any philanthropic effort to improve shelter. Therefore, Habitat for Humanity strives to make markets work more effectively for people in need of decent, affordable housing. Ultimately, Habitat can have exponentially more impact by improving systems that make better housing possible for millions more families.
Housing Construction Skills and Labour Programme in Kenya
The Terwilliger Center in Kenya is currently implementing a Market Systems Housing Construction Skills and Labour Programme aimed at stimulating improved access to quality housing construction services, and improving the job quality and conditions of housing construction workers/artisans/fundis. The programme focuses on four main components: (I) upskilling of artisans; (ii) facilitating artisans to competitively access markets, (iii) stimulating demand for quality housing construction services; and (iv) communication uptake for policy to influence and facilitate sensitization of the regulatory framework for practicing artisans and uptake by the market. The programme anticipates that majority of the artisans reached will be youth.
The Terwilliger Centre is currently in part collaborating with Technical and Vocational Education Training (TVET) Institutions, Market aggregators of artisanal services and policy and regulatory bodies in the housing construction labour sector.
Partnership with Kenya Engineering Technology Registration Board
Habitat’s Terwilliger Center signed an MOU with Kenya Engineering Technology Registration Board (KETRB) in February 2019. KETRB is a state organ established in accordance with the Engineering Technology Act No 23 of 2016 Part II Section 3. (1) to set standards for engineering technologists and technicians, register and issue licenses to qualified persons as per the provision of the Act. The Board is also mandated to verify that engineering professional services and works are undertaken by persons registered under the Act as well as ensure that standards and professional ethics for health and safety of the public are observed.
The purpose of this MOU between Habitat and KETRB is to facilitate the recognition and registration of housing construction artisans who play an important role of providing skilled labour for adequate housing; support market uptake of services by qualified and registered artisans and improve the livelihoods of these artisans.
Round Table Forum
Habitat for Humanity’s Terwilliger Center is currently facilitating KETRB to hold a round table forum that will bring together actors in the housing construction labour sector to deliberate on various challenges affecting access to quality and affordable housing construction labour and how KETRB may support and partner with other sector actors in mitigating and solving these challenges sustainably. The Round table will also validate assumptions as to the role of KETRB in rallying key actors in the sector to address these challenges. Of specific interest to KETRB will be low cadre housing construction artisans who offer housing construction labour in the wider market. KETRB will through this forum validate their role in supporting these artisans in line with their mandate; and the ease to registration and licensing as guided by the Engineering Technology Act. The forum will also explore how to leverage the Competency Based Education and Training (CBET) environment in this endeavour.
The Moderator
The moderator will be the key facilitator for this round table forum and will guide presentations and discussions in line with the forum’s objectives. The moderator will also synthesise key emerging discussions relevant to the housing construction skills and labour subsector and the role of KETRB and other partners, and guide participants towards key actionable ideas for uptake by participating actors. The moderator will also provide inputs to the rapporteur for finalization of the forum report and action points.
Deliverables:

An expertly moderated forum and guided to meet the objectives with clear understanding of actions for each actor moving forward.

Engaging presentations and discussions that bring out key salient issues in the housing construction skills and labour sector and required support, especially to housing construction artisans.

Duration of the Task
The moderator will be engaged for 2 days. This shall include 0.5 days for preparation ,1 day for the half day forum and debrief session with KETRB, and 0.5 days of inputting the rapporteurs report.
Key Competencies
The moderator will be a recognised technical expert in the built environment sector with a keen focus on housing construction skills and labour subsector.
In addition, the consultant will have:

Relevant degree from a recognized institution
Working understanding of Kenya’s polices and regulations affecting the labour and technical training sectors
Demonstrable experience working with a wide range of stakeholders in public and private sector
Proven experience in moderating similar forums.
Proven analytical, interpersonal and communication skills.

October 26, 2024
Incremental Housing Integrated Systems Consultant – Kenya

Job description

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Documentation of the integrated systems approach to incremental housing processes and development of a five-year strategy for Habitat for Humanity in Kenya
We are seeking services of a consulting company or a group of consultants to provide expert support in operationalizing an integrated systems approach to incremental housing processes and facilitate its incorporation in program strategy in the context of Kenya.
Introduction and background
Currently, HFHI Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) is working to re-define its programmatic focus in Sub-Saharan Africa. We realize that in order to reach sustainability and scale in advancing housing solutions, we need to think of housing from an integrated systems perspective. Housing as a very complex sector requires a systems perspective if we aim to reach sustainability and scale of interventions. We believe a systems perspective will allow us to look at the totality of the housing problem, to understand and respond to the main challenges, to address root causes of exclusion and dysfunction in housing. A systems perspective drives us to think relationally – not just about single individuals or organizations, or single sectors, or certain technical areas. We aim to understand the interactions, relationships, power dynamics, and leverage opportunities in a dynamic system that is ever changing.
Scope of work
The engagement will be carried out in the context of Kenya, with the expectation that the process could be extrapolated to other contexts in Sub-Saharan Africa. A combination of the following activities would be confirmed after engagement with the selected consulting entity:

Consolidate HFHI EMEA systems thinking

Propose and adapt a set of processes and tools for engagement, analysis and learning about systems and systemic change to apply to housing as a system (targeting low income households, further referred as affordable housing);

Integrate conceptually affordable and incremental housing systems with market development systems;

Support HFHI EMEA to better articulate its affordable housing sector understanding in systems terms.

Facilitate increased stakeholders’ shared understanding of problem areas and opportunities in the affordable housing sector in Kenya from systems and long-term systemic change perspective (applying systems approach, processes and tools)

Propose an engagement plan with affordable housing stakeholders in Kenya;

Facilitate series of engagement with stakeholders and strategic (existing and potential) partners’ to collectively:

Define/map in systems terms the affordable housing sector (understanding the nature of incremental housing processes);

Define the “boundaries” of the affordable housing system;

Identify the causal / influence links, feedback loops and leverage points in the affordable housing system (addressing the incremental nature of housing), including adjacent sectors:
Ensure systems based affordable housing incorporates adequately cross-cutting issues/themes:

Resilience: climate change adaptation, disaster risk reduction; climate change mitigation, energy conservation, environmental sustainability:
Inclusion and equity: gender mainstreaming (needs and assets) and women empowerment, needs of vulnerable groups, youth, cultural adequacy, market access.

Housing related policies and regulations,
Land management and land markets,
Basic services provision and organization (access to water, sanitation, solid waste management, access to energy for lighting and cooking),
Construction materials, and labour force,
Financial services for housing, Social services, Alternative construction materials (innovation);
Analyze under what circumstances long-term owners/drivers of affordable housing would improve/change their driver’s role by better understand stakeholders’ mandates, motivations, incentives and appetite for partnering for systemic change:
Central government, Municipal (county) government, Self-organized groups of home seekers and/or registered entities (CBOs, SACCOs, housing cooperatives, resident federations), Housing related product and service providers, including construction companies/ developers, Financial sector, including MFIs and cooperatives.

Develop a long-term perspective country strategy for Habitat for Humanity in Kenya for the next 5 years, complete with a theory of change and an operational plan
Analyze affordable housing needs (supply and demand) in Kenya with specific focus on recent developments, challenges and opportunities;
Analyze political economy (challenges and opportunities) in the implementation of affordable housing in Kenya;
Review key HFHI documents and identify strategic direction/issues especially as related to/supports systems thinking and application;
Based on the strategic issues/objectives, identify specific interventions needed to sustainably address affordable housing in Kenya (based on stakeholders’ consultations); prioritize activities to be undertaken and critical targets to be achieved in the next five years;

Ensure that issues of resilience, climate change, environmental sustainability, gender, youth, market access, technologies, inter alia are adequately addressed in the plan.

Facilitate the development of an implementation plan that should include

Strategic objectives,
Targets to be achieved,
Programmatic interventions,
Activities, time frame,
Implementing entities (HFHI units/departments, lead and supporting, partners), indicative resources required.

Develop a monitoring and evaluation plan for implementation for the strategy including a theory of change and log frame(s);
Facilitate EMEA identification of its competitive advantage in Kenya housing context.

Methodology and process
In-depth review of HFH’s key documents, key national and sectoral policies and plans, among other documents. Consultations with key stakeholder institutions and individuals consisting of public, private and civil society actors/ representation as well as any other stakeholders as HFH may guide at the onset of this exercise. At least one workshop in Kenya is expected to take place during the assignment. Minimal travel.
The assignment will be undertaken through overall coordination of HFHI EMEA designated staff. Regular and as needed project management meetings with designated staff will be held.
Deliverables, schedule and budget
We will entertain recommendations on project schedule and budget from consulting entity. Additionally, we will entertain suggested amended deliverables, but expect to receive:

An inception plan with a timeline, covering the three areas of the scope of work,
A report and recommendations documenting stakeholders’ and partners understanding of affordable housing system in Kenya (taking into consideration the incremental nature of housing processes),
A paper documenting an affordable housing methodology based on systems approach,
HFHI EMEA strategic direction/objectives for next 5-years document,
Operational plan for HFH operations in Kenya.

Required competencies and experience
The successful consulting entity will have the following mix of expertise:

Experience and proven record in applying systems approaches to complex developmental problems
Knowledge in markets development approaches
Proven record in facilitating engagement with various shareholders across multiple sectors (both communities, public and private)
Excellent facilitation skills
Experience in monitoring and measuring systems change
Broad understanding of the housing sector in Kenya
Experience of undertaking assignments in multi-cultural settings in Kenya
Excellent analytical, writing and presentation skills
Proficiency in spoken and written English and Kiswahili.

Submissions:
Please send the following to srojaswilliams@habitat.org, and copying myoveva@habitat.org and jotima@habitat.org by May 24, 2019.
Please limit responses to a maximum of 10 pages (not counting CVs). Consulting entities must submit the following information to be considered:

Corporate overview (Legal name, year of incorporation, number of directors, tax compliant certificate, CR12 form etc.),
Description of all products and services supplied relevant to this ToR
Client references (3)
Understanding of this assignment
Description of proposed methodological approach
Description of deliverables
Estimated budget in Kenyan shillings breakdown and resources required (Costs include, but are not limited to, fixed pricing & deliverables, billable hours, travel expenses, taxes, etc.)
Project schedule & work breakdown structure, which identifies timelines, key milestones, project phases, or other project plan information.
Annexed to the proposal should be CVs for each team member who would participate in the assignment.

Selection process and criteria
Phone interviews with eligible candidates will be held the week of May 27, 2019. Final selection will be determined by May 31.
All proposals will be evaluated systematically, based on the following key criteria:

Quality of the methodological proposal: aspects that will help us to assess their suitability for that which is proposed in the RFP, quality of the proposal, feasibility, etc.
Profile and competencies of the consulting team: knowledge, experience, composition and other necessary competencies.
Suitability of the financial proposal: for the activities laid out in the methodology, within the financial possibilities of the project, etc.

Full details and disclaimers can be requested by contacting srojaswilliams@habitat.org, and copying myoveva@habitat.org and jotima@habitat.org. Applicant is responsible for fully understanding the requirements or other details of the RFP and must ask any questions to ensure such understanding is gained before submission deadline.

October 26, 2024
EOI For Construction of Low Cost Housing Using ISSB’s Technology

Introduction
Habitat for Humanity Kenya seeks Expression of Interest from firms with significant experience and expertise in the construction of houses using the ISSB (interlocking stabilized soils blocks) technology, for on-going program activities in Rumuruti, Laikipia County.
For this EOI, prospective firms are expected to be registered companies and must have proven significant experience in construction in Kenya for at least five (5) years.
Bid Proposals must include;

Company Profile and audited financial statements for the last three years.
Certified copies of Certificates of Registration with NCA category and any other Relevant Authorities;
Total monetary value of Contract Works performed for the last three years;
Names and contact details of clients for whom works were undertaken; including completion certificates.
Major items/Equipment owned;

Qualification and experience of Key Personnel;

Authority to seek references from Bankers and Clients;
Copies of PIN and VAT Registration Certificates;
An indication of the principal place of business

October 26, 2024
Hydrogeological and Geophysical Survey

TERMS OF REFERENCE
Driven by the vision that everyone needs a decent place to live, Habitat for Humanity began in 1976 as a grassroots effort on a community farm in southern Georgia, USA. The Christian housing organization has since grown to become a leading global nonprofit working in more than 1,300 communities throughout the U.S. and in more than 70 countries. In Kenya, we have been in operation since 1982 through Habitat for Humanity Kenya (HFH Kenya), a locally registered NGO.
HFH Kenya, has worked in 250 communities across various counties, enabling over 8,300 low income families access decent and affordable houses through building, renovating and preserving homes, effectively directly serving over 58,000 individuals. Through Habitat for Humanity International market systems partners in Kenya, over 56,000 families have been able to access housing finance, resulting to over 283,000 individuals being served. HFH Kenya key focus areas include Community Support and Development Program (CSDP), Financial Inclusion, Advocacy and volunteer engagement.
HFHK invites interested and eligible consultants to submit their bids for the following service:
SCOPE OF WORK
Consultant/Consulting firm to conduct a comprehensive Hydrogeological /Geophysical Survey and related studies for prospecting on identification of six (6) sites for drilling new boreholes and submit an accurate report to guide the drilling process.
OBJECTIVE OF THE SURVEY
The main objective of this project is to carry out a hydrogeological /geophysical survey with the aim to identify the aquifer system on the medium-scale, to locate drilling sites with high potential of good quality groundwater on the small-scale and finally to supervise the drilling process.
The survey shall be in two phases and should cover the following areas:
PHASE ONE

Conducting environmental and hydro-geological survey
Carrying out groundwater exploratory field geophysical investigations to identify exact drilling locations
Submit Hydro-geological and geophysical report

PHASE TWO

Obtaining necessary permit and licences from the concerned National government Ministry and local authorities
Developing contract documentation
HDROGEOLOGICAL AND GEOPHYSICAL SURVEY

The hydrogeological/geophysical survey will be done within Laikipia County. Details of the specific locations will be communicated at a later date.
TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR THE HYDROGEOLOGICAL AND GEOPHYSICAL SURVEY
PHASE ONE
Conduct environmental and hydro-geological survey
Compile and analyse all the available hydrogeological, geological, climatic, meteorological and topographical maps, borehole and surface water records etc of the area and its environs in order to:

Assess the groundwater potential of the project area by identifying the target aquifer(s), their types and spatial distribution
The outcomes of the geophysical investigation strategy should be presented for approval within Hydrogeological report.
Desk review and data-acquisition: review of existing data, geological hydrogeological, topographical maps, satellite images, previous existing hydrogeological/geological studies and borehole site investigations in the area, borehole and surface water records, ground water quality data etc.
Identify and describe groundwater recharge and discharge areas and processes (diffuse versus concentrated recharge) and estimate the groundwater baseline elevation (elevation below which the subsurface is assumed to be saturated): elevation of nearby spring, elevation of lake, flowing river or projected groundwater elevation from nearby wells.
Geophysical Investigation & Selection Of Drilling Sites
Carry out the geophysical investigation according to the investigation strategy and interpret results:
The proposed drilling sites shall be marked with a concrete marker, shown in topographical maps and indicated on appropriate site sketch maps.
Compile the reports into an intermediate hydrogeological/geophysical report and submit to HFHK.
Obtaining necessary permit and licences from the appropriate National government Ministries and local authorities
Select the most suitable borehole drilling sites in the project area, also considering the legal framework and the requirements of the NEMA and any other Act relating to water resources management.
A separate description of each proposed borehole site is part of the report.
Obtain permits and relevant authorization documents for the whole project sites identified
The consultant will assist in the application and follow-up of the borehole-drilling permits such as the Water Resources Management Authority (WRMA) and NEMA, for the proposed boreholes; for this purpose the consultant will also provide additional copies of the reports WRMA and NEMA requirement. The consultant should therefore provide a provisional sum for the permits and related follow-up costs.

Submit Hydro-geological and geophysical report

A conceptual hydrogeological model of the study area, clearly identifying the target aquifer types (porous, fractured or karstic), their geometrical characteristics (horizontal or vertical-steep aquifer), the recharge processes and assumed groundwater flow direction as well as a water balance of the area.
A figure illustrating the conceptual model and indicating preferential areas for groundwater prospection
Data base including the compiled geological and hydrogeological data in electronic form (Excel, MS Access, etc)
Based on the conceptual hydrogeological model detailed description of the investigation strategy and its rationale
Justification of chosen method and investigation depth (recalling target aquifer and groundwater baseline elevation) and description of calibration method (e.g. with borehole logs), description of expected geophysical response of the target aquifer (e.g. electrical resistivity range),
Compile the Phase 1 and Phase 2 reports into an intermediate hydrogeological/geophysical report and submit to HFHK. This report needs to be approved prior to the drilling process (e.g. the proposed well-design). Should the consultant delay the submission of the report and thereby induce a delay in the drilling process**, a penalty of 10% of the total cost shall** be charged

PHASE TWO

Developing contract documentation
Prepare tender package comprising of designs/drawings and outputs expected from the identified vendor/company
Tender invitation, adjudication and documentation
The consultant should be involved in the tendering process for the drilling company by assisting with technical advice and assisting the client in identifying suitable partners for the work: with particular attention to be given to the well equipment materials that can be used and mobilised.
The consultant shall represent the client on site
The consultant shall supervise all the drilling process at all times on site, including the geological borehole logging and documentation of pumping test according to standard formats.
Borehole drilling and installation Supervision
The consultant should be involved in the tendering process for the drilling company by assisting with technical advice and assisting the client in identifying suitable partners for the work
The consultant shall supervise the drilling works and ensure the boreholes are drilled and completed according to stipulated technical specifications and sound professional standards.
The consultant shall represent the client on site and document on a daily basis the drilling, development and test pumping of the proposed boreholes and hand-in a daily drilling progress report to HFHK.
Ensure that the drilling contractor do water sampling, geological logging and water quality analysis (chemical and bacteriological).
Supervise installation of screens, casings, gravel pack, impermeable seals, well-heads etc. Ensure that the recommended drilling depths, design and materials are followed and propose and carry out quality control measures upon well-completion, e.g. borehole camera inspection.
Prepare a detailed borehole completion report; with all necessary recommendations e.g. pump capacity, optimum depth of installation, periodic water quality analysis according to the standard format.

APPROACH, METHODOLOGY AND REQUIRED OUTPUTS
The consultant will use a systematic and holistic approach to assess the project site.
The reports all need to have the same title page, including the following details:

Name and address of Consultant
Project title
Date
Project Phase (this refers to the labelling of the different intermediate reports and final reports, as per below description of outcomes).

EQUIPMENT AND FACILITIES REQUIRED FOR THE STUDY
The Consultant shall have available the necessary equipment and other relevant kits for the Survey to discharge the assignment successfully as required.
PROPOSED TIME/ACTIVITY SCHEDULE
Due to the nature of the proposed work, the hydrogeological survey field mission is expected to take a maximum of One month.
Financial Schedule:
The consultant should draw up a detailed financial proposal, including consultant’s fees where applicable. (Quote in Kenya Shillings)
RESPONSIBILITIES

For the execution of the survey, HFHK shall ensure that the local authorities are informed of this survey. HFHK shall inform and update the consultant on the security situation, or changes therein. HFHK shall also make available the following information and facilities to the consultant:
Relevant reports, documents, maps, data at contracting authorities disposal;
Counterpart staff for necessary support in the field.

THE CONSULTANT

Prepare and deliver consultancy services as per the TOR
Deliver the key deliverables in time; submit a final report duly approved by HFHK after full incorporation of views and editions from the client.
Facilitate 2 debriefing sessions before and after the field mission.
The consultant and his team will make their own arrangements on transport, security and accommodation and meals during the duration of the assignment.

KEY DELIVERABLES
The key deliverable is hydrogeological & geophysical survey report, which should be submitted to HFHK. The consultant will be expected to deliver 2 hard copies with approval from HFHK using the recognized government format.
A soft copy on e-mail and 2 CDs with the final report will also be submitted to HFHK.
The consultant will also be required to deliver to HFHK all study materials:

Soft copies of all data sets both quantitative and qualitative.
The geophysical interpretation model and the graphical plot of the curve and model.
Any other non-consumable documents/items that will be used in the course of the planned consultancy.

The borehole sites identified should be clearly marked with concrete markers, shown in a picture plate and indicated on a sketch map to be included in the final report.
CONSULTANTS REQUIREMENTS (QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE)

A Master or postgraduate degree in Hydrogeology/Geology/Geophysics or Environmental Sciences or engineering or water engineering
Must be registered by the Geological Registration Board and preferably an active member of the Geological Society of Kenya (GSK).
At least 10 years proven experience in conducting and interpreting hydrogeological/geophysical survey using diverse techniques
Proven experience in drilling supervision and borehole documentation
A reliable and effective analyst with extensive experience in conducting analyses and a proven record of delivering professional results
Excellent computer skills and desirable skills in Arc GIS and groundwater modelling software.
Excellent presentation and report writing skills.

CONTACTS, COMMUNICATION AND SUPERVISION
The consultant will be under the direct supervision of the HFHK team based in Laikipia County for the duration of the contract. The consultant will maintain official communication with the HFHK Field Officers, Head of Program Operations and the National Director.
SUBMISSION OF EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

Submission Details
Capability statement, including commitment for availability for the entire assignment, demonstrable capacity to undertake the assignment and 3 referees/organizations worked for within the past 3 years carrying out hydrogeological investigations. (3 reports will be expected at the interview stage)
Detailed statement on the proposed study, clearly stating the study methodology and data collection methods.
Detailed financial proposal, the financial proposal should include daily cost per major activity.
A detailed work schedule for the study indicating activity timeline and assessment duration.
Updated curriculum vitae of the consultants who will undertake the work that clearly spells out qualifications and experience. Where more than one consultant is to be involved, clearly indicate the overall lead consultant and responsible persons.
Commitment that the consultants whose CVs are presented and interviewed will be engaged through out if the consultancy is awarded. (HFHK will not accept replacements)

October 26, 2024
Wash Program Development Consultant

TERMS OF REFERENCE – WASH PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANT
SCOPEOFWORK
The goal of this program is be to identify WASH models that can be adopted by service providers in Kenya. Leading in the design and development of an implementation and monitoring framework for WASH program activities, the consultant will help HFHK set the agenda for incorporation of WASH in to shelter improvement and community resilience, integrating policy concerns.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

LITERATURE REVIEW & STAKEHOLDER ANALYSIS

Review and reference key current developments and debates in the global WASH sector, including but not limited to MDGs and the New Urban Agenda.
Review and reference key national and regional WASH bodies roles, responsibilities and current initiatives;
At national and county level, carry out a stakeholder analysis of public, non-government, and private sector involvement in the WASH sector.
Review relevant literature of key stakeholders at the national level, including but not limited to: national and county government WASH laws, policies, standards and/or strategic plans; Donor strategies for the WASH sector; WASH coordination bodies strategies and/or current initiatives; NGO WASH sector strategies;

WASH PROGRAM PLAN DEVELOPMENT

Travel to the field to meet with key grass-root level stakeholders, and undertake participatory exercises with target communities.
Carry out consultations with beneficiaries with an objective of ensuring that their WASH needs are considered in any proposed housing interventions.
Hold participatory programme development sessions with key HFHK staff and other key stakeholders at county and national level.
Submit a 3-year WASH program plan to HFHK team for review and feedback. Format will be further defined but will include context analysis, assessment information, detailed programme plan, logframe, activity plan and budget.
To identify the role of the private sector, NGOs and CSOs, this should be in the delivery of water and sanitation services.
To identify the role of the private sector and NGOs which should be in the delivery of water and sanitation services
To look at the role of community participation in planning the delivery of water and sanitation services, as well as their role in holding institutions and their governments to account for the delivery of services.
To identify the obstacles and problems low-income communities have – with a specific focus on shelter – in accessing clean water and sanitation as a result of current water and sanitation policy environment, strategies and approaches of the various water and sanitation stakeholders (governments, INGOs etc.).
To identify opportunities for the integration of WASH into HFHK’s other key sectors including food security, nutrition, livelihoods, health (including HIV & AIDS) and education.
To ensure sustainability and replicability, factoring need to scale.

LAIKIPIA WASH PROPOSAL DEVELOPMENT

Having developed a generic WASH program plan for HFHK, the consultant will then be expected to develop a sample WASH proposal for Laikipia county, by:

Reviewing HFHK WASH proposal guidelines;
Coordination of input from key stakeholders; and
Development and finalization of a proposal (concept note, full proposal, logframe, and budget)

The consultant will focus on the technical components of the proposal and will receive wider proposal development support from HFHK’s Kenya Programme Unit.

KEY OUTPUTS:

Three Year WASH Program Plan for HFH Kenya
Presentation of WASH Program Plan for key stakeholders
HFH Kenya Laikipia WASH Proposal documents (concept note, full proposal, a logical framework analysis, and budget as per the guidelines for HFHK for Proposals)

KEY QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Advance university degree in engineering, water and sanitation, environmental health, developmental studies, social sciences and appropriate post-graduate qualifications (Degree, diploma),
Five to seven years of relevant experience, especially in the WASH sector, including conducting sector needs assessments and ability to design and implement development programs at various levels
Minimum of 7 years management experience in international development contexts or at a similar level.
Experience in program development and good knowledge of donors, including multilateral, institutional and corporates
Prior research or work experience in implementing and coordinating WASH programs in Sub-Saharan Africa region
Deep understanding of Housing Value Chain
Key insights into affordable housing solutions in Kenya.
Demonstrated use of performance improvement and program management methodologies
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

CONTACTS, COMMUNICATION AND SUPERVISION
The consultant will be under the direct supervision of the HFHK National Director for the duration of the contract. The consultant will also maintain official communication with the HFHK Head of Program Operations, Advocacy Specialist and field officers.

October 26, 2024
Volunteer Engagement Coordinator Resource Development and Communications Manager Construction Specialist

REPORTS TO Resource Development and Communications Manager
DIRECT SUPERVISEES
Volunteer Engagement Officer
RELATIONSHIPS
All departments to ensure seamless flow of HFH programme and operations processes
Job Purpose:
To raise the profile of HFHK as a significant player in seeking real and tangible as well as policy solutions to address shelter poverty in Kenya . It is also to implement an Advocacy and Communications strategy and initiatives to change housing policy, systems and processes to improve the lives of low income people.
Key Responsibilities

Serve as a Habitat for Humanity Kenya ambassador in interactions with prospects, donors and volunteers throughout the development of corporate partnerships.
Collaborate with Resource Development Manager to develop an overall fundraising strategy to meet/exceed revenue goals.
Research prospect corporations, develop contacts and cultivate relationships leading to volunteer and donor opportunities.
Create new partner proposals, presentations and project management plans.
Define account-specific strategies that deepen partner engagement with Habitat and foster mutually-beneficial, sustainable, mission-centered partnerships.
Maintain and expand existing corporate partner relationships through on-going communication and solicitation as appropriate; ensure timely renewals and continued partnership growth.
Leverage opportunities for high-touch stewardship such as invitations to HFH Kenya events and executive-led volunteer experiences.
Support planning, promotion and development of donor events. Ensure volunteer teams include all of the donor´s requests.
Maintain an adequate pipeline of potential partnerships through systematic and ongoing prospecting activities; proactively pursue business networking opportunities and establish relationships with business leaders to seek qualified leads.
Execute all duties necessary for the successful implementation of partnerships, including cross-functional collaboration with finance, programmatic subject matter experts, communications, legal and other stakeholders, as appropriate.
Execute all project management processes including managing file system to host all documentation related to corporate partners.
Collaborate with finance to set up necessary project codes and financial reporting systems to monitor and report on partnership donations.
Create agendas and draft talking points for prospect meetings and calls; develop and route pre-reads to participants; draft meeting notes/highlights, including action items.
Develop and deliver creative and powerful presentations and proposals for corporate partnership opportunities; ensure organizational leadership involved in pitch are briefed and prepared for meetings. Track respective prospect interactions (meeting notes, emails, and important communications) and associated documentation in donor management database.
Make sure reports are submitted on time, in donor template and are of appropriate quality.
Participate in department and organizational meetings, events and initiatives.

KEY PERFORMANCE MEASURES / INDICATORS

Total number of volunteers mobilized.
Total volunteer hours offered on volunteer service.
Number of families, trainings, projects or services supported through VE.
Number of repeat volunteers and referrals.

QUALIFICATIONS

A Bachelor’s degree in Community / Program development, Economics, Business or related field.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED
Well-developed oral and written communication skills and financial analytical skills
Willing to undertake new, different, and/or unfamiliar assignments and tasks.
Ability to articulate the organization core mission, values and products.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum five years’ experience programme experience in the NGO sector
Experience in developing and nurturing strategic partnerships.

OTHER INFORMATION

Ability to work long and odd hours, including weekends
Confidentiality
Honesty
High levels of integrity

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October 26, 2024
Consultancy – Request For Proposals For Suppliers Of Housing Products and Services To Artisans

Housing Construction Skills and Labour Programme
The Terwilliger Center is implementing the Housing Construction Skills and Labour Programme. The programme aims at stimulating improved access to quality housing construction services and improving the job quality of housing construction workers/artisans. The programme will focus on upskilling artisans, facilitating their registration and accreditation with relevant government agencies; building capacity of registered and accredited artisans to competitively participate in labour markets; stimulating markets for quality housing construction services and creating public awareness on quality housing construction services and regulatory policies.
The Terwilliger Centre is inviting organisations and companies offering diverse services and products targeting artisans/fundis in the housing sector e.g., training, market linkages etc and willing to collaborate in accelerating and deepening their market-based solutions to submit proposals. Interested applicants will present innovative market-based solutions for addressing labour market constraints for housing construction services. Successful applicants will receive technical and financial assistance in implementing their solutions up to a maximum of USD 25,000 on a cost share basis.
The opportunity to benefit from this program is open to private companies, organisations and training institutions that meet the following criteria:

Have been in operation for at least two years,
Have a fully developed marketable solution,
Have fully developed training programmes, offering accredited courses and able to attract linkages with private sector actors,
Have commercial interest and incentives to invest in the provision of quality housing construction services to low income housing segments and improvement of job quality for housing construction artisans,

v. Be willing to make an investment of at least 30% of the cost of the initiative
vi. Demonstrable focus and commitment to engaging youth in offering housing construction services will be an added advantage.
Illustrative Areas of Support
The following are the justifiable areas for support:

Activities to link artisans to new markets
Upskilling activities for artisans
Building capacity of firms to implement innovative approaches for addressing market constraints for housing construction services
Market research and feasibility on artisan skills and market participation
Facilitation of partnerships with other stakeholders in the housing construction services sector
Activities to promote the adoption of regulatory policies on housing construction in Kenya.

The following are the ineligible areas for financial support:

Providing finance or loans
Providing physical assets
Supporting recurring operational or working capital costs for the organisation
Salaries and allowances to personnel

This above list is not exhaustive and will vary based on The Terwilliger Centre’s understanding of the activities and how they contribute directly to the objectives of the programme.
Annex 1
Application Template
Request for Proposals for Suppliers of Housing Products and Services to Artisans
Preamble

Information provided should be clear and concise
The application should not exceed 5 pages
All documents and information received as part of this process will be held and processed in full confidence as proprietary to each applicant

PART 1 – General Company Information

Full Name of the Company (include/ attach brief profile of the company). Indicate Abbreviation if any
Indicate category to which you are applying for:

a) Technical and vocational training to artisans
b) Market linkages for of artisanal services eg aggregation
c) Other services and product providers to artisans
3.. Type of organisation or other applicable form of registration eg, limited company, NGO etc
a. Attach proof of legal registration and current tax compliance certificate

If entity not Kenyan, where is it registered (attach certificate)

a. Are you currently operating in Kenya?
b. If not, when do you plan to be operational in Kenya?
c. If yes, in which counties in Kenya does the company currently operate?

Main company address including physical location
Does your organisation have any previous or pending legal processes or investigations?

a. NO
b. YES __ (if yes, please specify and provide details)

What products/services does your organisation offer related to this proposal? eg

a) Targeted to housing construction artisans
b) Targeted to low income households

What is your target market in Kenya? What is the size of your target market?

a. What are the current barriers to growing your market?

Please complete the Business Canvas Model (Annex lb) for your business (as it is currently)
What do you see as the current gaps and opportunities in your sector?

PART 2 – Technical details – the solution

Describe the solution your organisation is proposing to increase access of products and services to more artisans and low income households

a. Why is this solution innovative?
b. Why is this solution important both to the market and to your company?

What need in the target market will this solution address?
What will be the impact to your company if the solution is fully implemented?
Why has the solution not been provided before and why?
What scale of reach ill result in achieving this solution? 6.Will the solution be viable and sustainable to both your company and the low-income markets?Briefly explain. Part 3:Costing and implementation Plan 1.Please provide a costing structure/resource requirements for the solution you propose . a.How much resources have you already committed to this solution in the past? b. Show the cost share plan for the solution
Provide an implementation plan for the solution.
Please demonstrate your institutional capacity to implement your proposed solution .

October 25, 2024
Chief of Party – Clean Energy (Uganda)

Job description
We are looking for a skilled candidate who also aligns with our organisational values that include service, teamwork, stewardship, continuous improvement and respect for others.
SUPERVISOR: Director – Operations (EMEA)
CROSS-FUNCTIONAL REPORTING TO: National Director – Habitat for Humanity Uganda
TRAVEL: Up to 50% to field sites in Uganda
TERM: Up to 3 years, per grant funding
Responsibilities

Oversee the tendering of Project Management & Engineering Works for the power facility (estimated at $5-6 Million USD)
Manage contracts & service agreements with Engineers & Contractors
Manage relationships with the Rural Electrification Agency & Energy Regulation Authority, including securing all required regulatory approvals
Develop strong partnerships with District Local Governments to support implementation and advance a long term energy agenda
Engage with consumers to identify household energy needs & identify opportunities for product delivery
Engage with Financial Service Providers to develop products that enable clean energy uptake
Engage with other market actors to improve products & services
Support the development of additional, complementary initiatives related to household energy as needed
Timely completion of all reporting requirements
Ensure compliance with all donor regulations
Participate as part of leadership and management teams, as needed

Requirements

Relevant university degree in Development or Engineering required
Master’s degree preferred
7-10 years of experience managing multi-year programmes of similar size & complexity
Demonstrated knowledge of clean energy and electricity distribution systems
Demonstrated understanding of participatory development principles, practices & standards combined with practical experience in implementation
Demonstrated understanding of market based principles & approaches combined with practical experience in implementation
Experience with behaviour change methodologies and strategies
Must be eligible to work in Kenya and Uganda without visa sponsorship

APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 31, 2018

October 25, 2024