INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TROPICAL AGRICULTURE (IITA)
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE FOR AGRICULTURAL TRANSFORMATION IN COUNTRIES IN TRANSITION (TSF III)
CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT AND TECHNOLOGY OUTREACH (CDTO) COMPACT
FORUM FOR AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH IN AFRICA (FARA)
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT SERVICES
SECTOR: Agriculture
CONSULTANCY SERVICES: Individual Consultant for the Development and Packaging of Gender-Sensitive Info-Packs and Audio-Visual Materials
Grant No.: 5900155017251
Project ID No.: P-Z1-AZO-016
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This request for expression of interest (REOI) follows the General Procurement Notice for this Project that appeared on the African Development Bank Group’s Internet Website (www.afdb.org) 1st August 2022.
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) has received financing from the African Development Bank toward the cost of the Technical Assistance for Agricultural Transformation in Countries in Transition (TSF III) and intends to apply part of the agreed amount for this grant to payments under the contract for the Individual Consultants for the Development and Packaging of Gender-Sensitive Info-Packs and Audio-Visual Materials. IITA signed a sub-agreement with Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) as implementing partner for CDTO Compact.
The assignment is to engage an individual consultant for the Development and Packaging of Gender-Sensitive Info-Packs and Audio-Visual Materials. The objective of this assignment is to provide content to support outreach and extension service delivery by undertaking the development and packaging of gender-sensitive info-packs and audio-visual materials for at least one selected proven climate-smart agricultural production technologies along targeted commodity value chains to enhance agricultural productivity in target countries of DRC, Burkina Faso, Mali, Togo, Guinea Bissau and South Sudan, and for the larger online stakeholders across Africa. The selected consultant will: Identify and map the target audience (including IPs) for each technology in DRC, Burkina Faso, Mali, Togo, Guinea Bissau and South Sudan in line with the appropriate package for each commodity; Identify and map out dissemination channels to be used to ensure that the technology reaches the target audience; develop and package (infopack and audiovisual) the technology package based on the needs and preferences of the target audience; facilitate a webinar session with each Compact stakeholder and selected users to validate packages, participate and disseminate packages at a side event in an African extension conference.
The duration of the assignment is 15-man days, and would commence in April 2024. Selected consultant will report to the CDTO Compact Coordinator.
The selected consultant should possess at least a bachelor’s degree in agriculture, agricultural communications, agribusiness, agricultural extension, knowledge management or a related field is highly beneficial – specialized degrees in technology, engineering, or business can also be valuable; Expertise in agricultural technologies, knowledge management of agricultural development, such as precision farming, automation systems, etc. Knowledge of the latest trends and innovations in the agricultural sector, including sustainable and climate-smart technologies; Prior experience working in the agriculture industry, including working on farms, with agricultural technology companies, extension service delivery or in research and development related to agriculture; Knowledge of the TAAT programme is an added advantage; Familiarity with product development processes, from ideation to prototyping, testing, and final packaging; understanding of market research and consumer needs to create viable and marketable agricultural technologies; Proficiency in business planning, financial analysis, and budgeting. Ability to create a comprehensive business strategy for launching and marketing agricultural technologies. Knowledge of supply chain management and distribution channels for agricultural products; Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey technical information to clients, investors, and stakeholders; Ability to develop clear and concise product documentation and user manuals; Capacity to identify agricultural challenges and develop innovative solutions using technology; Analytical skills to assess the feasibility and viability of agricultural technology projects; An entrepreneurial mindset is valuable for managing projects, clients, and resources effectively; Building a network within the agricultural and technology sectors can provide valuable opportunities for collaborations and project partnerships. The ideal candidate should possess fluency in either English or French, with a working knowledge of the other language.
FARA now invites eligible individual consultants to indicate their interest in providing these services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services (including their detailed CV, workplan and financial proposal).
Eligibility criteria, establishment of the short-list and the selection procedure shall be in accordance with the African Development Bank’s Procurement Framework, October 2015, which is available on the Bank’s website at https://www.afdb.org/en/projects-and-operations/procurement/new-procurement-policy
Interested consultants may obtain further information at the address below during office hours (0800-1630hrs).
Expressions of interest should be completed and submitted at [email protected], and [email protected], on or before 2nd April, 2024.
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