SCOPE OF WORK
The platform will need a scaling and sustainability strategy, inclusive of a cost and a market analysis, that will eventually develop into a business model. This strategy will support the leadership team of the platform to make decisions in the short; medium and long term; particularly around the organizational structure of the platform, developing and maintaining partnerships and fundraising.
DELIVERABLES
Review the existing platform development road map and cost model for the platform
Develop a model for analyzing different cost and income models for the platform
Through market research and workshops with the core team, identify potential income-generating streams
Through audience and market research, recommend income models suited for KujaLink’s unique needs
Analyze the estimated revenue and costs of the most promising income models
Work with the technical development team to design one or multiple pilot programs to test recommended income models.
Define a pathway to financial sustainability with a timeline, milestones, relevant documentation to underpin applications
Create a plan for ongoing reflection and review of the platform to scale
Lead 2-3 brainstorming sessions with the team to identify the appropriate and realistic measures of success which can underpin the financial models
CONSULTANCY PERIOD
12 Months
QUALIFICATIONS
Degree, certificate, training or coursework in project management, information technology, business administration or related field
10+ years experience in Technical Program Management or Product Management
Demonstrated experience evaluating income models specific to internet platforms
Significant experience in evaluating options through audience research
Ability to define and understand the costs of high level features for internet platforms
Strong understanding of customer experience and commitment to sustainability
Solid experience defining and using data and KPIs, and in monitoring and evaluation with ability to make recommendations informed by data
Strong ability to facilitate working meetings on online communications platforms
Experience working remotely and coordinating activities across multiple time zones
Comfortable with using a very wide range of digital platforms (email, Slack, Twitter, Whatsapp, Zoom, WordPress) and experience with a range of online community platforms (Facebook, Linkedin)
Flexible and adaptable
DESIRABLE
Understanding of civil society organizations in the Global South
Understanding of internet advertising models and/or membership models
Proven experience in scaling internet platforms
Strong capability to conduct market and competitive analysis so as to determine opportunities for growth
Data analysis and trend-spotting
All applications should be sent to consultancy@adesoafrica.org by April 17th, 2022 with Strategic Development Consultant on the subject line. The selection committee will review all applications as they arrive. All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and those unable to meet these requirements will not be considered.Each application package should include the following:
Apply via :
consultancy@adesoafrica.org
