Appel d’offres : Défi de l’innovation sur les emplois numériques décents pour les réfugiés et les communautés d’accueil au Kenya.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Objective of the Assignment

The objective of the assignment is for the implementing partner to assist the ILO in (i) finalise the design of the Innovation Challenge (based on the concept provided in Section 2), (ii) implementing the IC and (iii) providing technical support to winners of the Innovation Challenge.

Scope of the Assignment

Where applicable in the description of the scope of the assignment the distribution of responsibilities between the ILO and the implementing partner is indicated.

This assignment includes the following tasks:

I. Inception: Finalise the Innovation Challenge Concept and detailed workplan (Timeline: 2 weeks after signature of the contract)

This task implies:

  • Clarify with the ILO expectations on the Innovation Challenge
  • Work closely with the ILO to revise and finalise the concept note on the Innovation Challenge based on the indications shared in Section 2 and the applicants proposal
  • Devise a detailed workplan for the implementation of the IC and the follow-up support to winners

II. Implementation of the Innovation Challenge (Timeline: 4 months)

The implementation of the IC will depend on the finalised concept and workplan. It will entail the following tasks:

a. Conducting pre-launch preparatory activities (6 weeks):

  • Establish partnerships with key actors: The implementing partner will work with the ILO to establish partnerships with key actors, including development partners, financial and business development implementing partners, key sectoral associations, and government representatives. The role of partners might be to support with logistics for the IC, provide trainings to Innovators (as part of the post IC services), promote the IC, contribute prizes, and act as judges across the different categories. While the ILO has a list of potential partners, it is expected that the implementing partner is also able to mobilize partner networks effectively.
  • Develop a communication strategy and communication materials: (incl. presentation, flyer, social media material)
  • Develop and adapt relevant application materials: examples from previous ILO ICs will be made available to the implementing partner by the ILO. Materials to be finalised include:
    • Participant guidelines: the call for applications which is a public document, building on the finalised concept of the Innovation Challenge, describing in detail the terms and conditions under which organisations can apply
    • Application form (to be hosted online)
    • Development of scoring and evaluation criteria (incl. description) and scoring sheets (to be used by panel of experts in evaluation the proposals).The selection criteria should prioritize job creation and job quality improvements, productivity gains, and innovative solutions.

b. Advertisement (6 weeks):

  • In close collaboration with the ILO, the implementing partner will launch the challenge and circulate the call for application widely within its networks.
  • The application process should be simple and accessible to refugees and members of host communities. Applicants should be able to enter their submissions through a variety of channels that may include applying in-person, by phone, through an email account set up by the project, or through a partner organization.
  • The implementing partner will also host at least (2) webinars in which interested organisation are presented to the IC concept and can ask questions.
  • The implementing partner will track applications and follow-up with partners to remind their networks of the application deadline.

c. Screening, evaluation and selection (4 weeks):

  • Conduct an initial screen of received applications based on formal application criteria (due diligence)
  • The implementing partner may conduct a first-round technical screening (depending on number of applications received) to narrow down the pool of applications
  • Confirm the composition of the evaluation panel in close collaboration with ILO
  • Coordinate the scoring and selection process, incl. scheduling and organising (virtual) interviews with finalists
  • The ILO, in consultation with the implementing partner, will determine the mechanism through which final decisions on the IC winners will be made.

d. Announcement of winners and event (1 day):

  • Develop a programme for a 1-day face to face event to announce winners and showcase the selected solutions and organisations
  • Develop communication products related to the award ceremony
  • Support the delivery of the event

The ILO will be leading the invitation process of partners to be invited to the event and will take charge of all costs related to the venue and to transportation of participants – if any – from outside Nairobi.

Required experience and qualifications

The Implementing partner (organisation):

  • Is required to be legally registered to operate in Kenya with a good standing with all statutory laws and regulations. The implementing partner needs to demonstrate that it is meeting the eligibility requirements: (i) a constituent of the ILO and/or an affiliated member of such a constituent, including governmental, employers’ and workers’ organizations and/or (ii) an organization carrying out non-profit oriented work, including: non-governmental organizations (NGOs), foundations, research institutions, statistical institutions, educational institutions.
  • Should have at least 6 years of experience of providing business development services to small and medium-enterprises in the digital economy in Kenya
  • Should have prior experience in supporting innovation and tech-hubs as well as conducting innovation challenges
  • Should have a proven track record of accomplishment in creating and executing digital and innovative solutions that have proved to be sustainable in youth employment and decent earning within and without the displaced ecosystems such as Garissa and Turkana.

The technical teams proposed by the implementing partner:

  • Should possess a sound knowledge of the current trends in the digital innovation space with a key interest in initiation, skills development management and scaling.
  • Should have a proven track record of managing projects in the space of promoting youth employment through innovations for refugees and host communities
  • Should have a wide network of digital entrepreneurs, companies, individuals and NGOs within the digital innovation space.
  • Knowledge of the local context, culture and language is an added advantage however official language within the area is English & Swahili – Knowledge in any other local dialect is a plus
  • Experience handling insecure and fast-changing environments with sound negotiation skills.

Interested organisations should submit their expression of interest to E- mail: [email protected] quoting “Innovation Challenge on Decent Digital Jobs for Refugees and Host Communities in Kenya” Consortiums of two or more organizations are encouraged. The application should include:

  • Technical proposal outlining key considerations for organizing an Innovation Challenge based on these TORs and proposing a timeline. The technical proposal should follow the template provided by the ILO.
  • Proof of having conducted similar activities (recommendations from previous clients, sample documents, reports).
  • Financial proposal, following the template provided by the ILO. Financial proposals that can demonstrate additional resource mobilization and cost-sharing will have an advantage. Financial proposal need to incorporate the awards passed on to winners of the Innovation Challenge as described in Section 2 of these TORs.
  • CVs of key personnel who would be working on this assignment
  • Cover letter (max. 2page) outlining relevant experience with similar assignments

The application deadline is 23:59 PM 7th May 2023 EAT (GMT+3)