JOB SUMMARY:** The consultant will lead capture work for the upcoming Kenya Investment Mechanism award, expected to be released between February-March 2017. In coordination with the business development manager, the consultant will identify priority areas for capture work, perform desk research relevant to the WASH market in priority areas, and meet with stakeholders at the local level as necessary to gather necessary technical inputs. The consultant will produce a report that describes the WASH market in priority areas, details key financing gaps and opportunities, and identifies potential private sector partners for WASH sector investment.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:**
Map the WASH sector in priority areas, with special attention to the water supply and sanitation value chains
Document and prioritize WASH value chain models for impact investment
Identify private sector organizations active in the WASH sector
Identify promising ICT models/innovations related to the WASH sector
Assess the policy and regulatory environment for WASH investment in priority areas
Identify financing gaps in the WASH market
Stay abreast of updates pertaining to the Kenya Investment Mechanism award release.
Meet with key stakeholders including Government: the Ministry of Water and Irrigation, Water Resource Management Authority, KEPSA, Water Services Boards, water service providers, private sector water-related enterprises, County government actors, and water management committees, to assess current strengths/gaps in WASH investment. Document all relevant meetings
Meet with key civil society stakeholders including international and local NGOs to gather information about other projects and programs in the priority areas
Perform desk review of relevant online and archival documents
Produce a report based on the findings of these activities
OUTPUTS/DELIVERABLES
WASH Private Sector Investment Analysis Report, including the following information:
Evaluation of devolution and policy reform leading to identification of current opportunities for private sector engagement at county level for improved WASH service delivery. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and strategies: water, public health, investment, licensing, taxes/levies, private public partnership, etc. This should also include legislative and policy-level incentives meant to encourage investment.
Identification of investment services offered by financial institutions for WASH-related investments and opportunities that exists in creating new products that target this sector.
Identification of incentives and disincentives that hinder full coverage in the following value chains: water supply (rural, peri-urban and urban) and sanitation.
Relevant secondary materials submitted to CRS Kenya office.
AGENCY-WIDE COMPETENCIES (for all CRS Staff)
These are rooted in the mission, values, and principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and to achieve the desired results.
Serves with Integrity
Models Stewardship
Cultivates Constructive Relationships
Promotes Learning
QUALIFICATIONS:**
Degree in water engineering, applied economics, or related field
Strong knowledge of the WASH sector in Kenya
Experience developing USAID proposals and familiarity with their policies, procedures, and priorities; experience with Contracts preferred
Exceptional communication skills and superior writing ability
Demonstrated successful experience in project design
Strong representation skills
Strong analytical and conceptual skills
Experience with and commitment to working in a team structure
Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) required
Demonstrated cost application development skills; extensive experience with proposal budgets and budget notes
Excellent communication and interpersonal and networking skills required
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST:
Catholic Relief Services envisages the entire exercise lasting NOT more than 30 working days, which includes deskâ€review, preparation, implementation, and reportâ€writing. Interested candidates are requested to submit their application detailing the following:
A capability statement: State the firm/organization or individual’s experience relevant to the assignment, curriculum vitae of key personnel, appropriate references and relevant testimonials. Please state your availability to begin the assignment.
Technical Proposal: Provide an understanding and interpretation of the terms of reference, proposed time and activity schedule for the proposed activities.
Financial proposal: Include all proposed costs in local currency (i.e. consultation fees as well as operational costs).
CVs for lead and associate consultants with their specific roles outlined. (Please note the consultancy should include only CVs of those who directly participate).
Contacts of three organizations that have recently (within the last 3 years) contracted the firm/consultant(s) to carry out relevant research, surveys, or related work in WASH sub sector.
Hardcopy of the last submitted report for a similar undertaking authored by the same lead consultant or group of consultants.
DISCLAIMER CLAUSE:** This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skills, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.
