Consultancy for Strategic Management Facilitator

Consultancy Opportunity

Request For Proposal: Strategic Planning Consultant

Kisumu Youth Football Association (KYFA)
P.O. Box 13- Mega City
Kisumu, Kenya

1. Invitation

Kisumu Youth Football Association (KYFA) is seeking proposals for a qualified external consultant to work with the Staff and the Council to develop a comprehensive 3-year strategic plan. 

The successful individual must have extensive strategic planning experience, particularly with organizations transitioning from reliance on grants to a business approach. 

The strategic plan is to be an integrated Council-Staff plan that considers all aspects of KYFA operations. 

The plan is to include a clear vision and mission as well as defined goals, objectives and priorities that are realistic, achievable and measureable.

2. Organization Background

Kisumu Youth Football Association (KYFA) began in 2004 when a need arose for organized competitions amongst local teams. A league competition for the Under-18 age category was formed. 

Each year since then, the leagues have expanded and now include competitions for Boys Under 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 and Girls Under 14 and Under 18. 

The organization exists as a member association of local grassroots football teams originating from Kisumu Town, Otonglo, and Kajulu.

KYFA currently consists of 103 teams representing 52 clubs, with nearly 2500 youth players between the ages of 8 and 18. 

Teams meet for weekly competitions (boys) and monthly competitions (girls) from March to October of each year. Matches are officiated by KYFA’s trained referees and monitored by KYFA staff.

In addition to running leagues, KYFA engages in numerous community development projects, including a girls’ mentorship project, a sports and advocacy programme for children with special needs, a field rehabilitation project, and most recently a school partnership linking football with water, sanitation and hygiene improvement.

KYFA began as an organization to host structured youth football matches; however, as the above activities demonstrate, it has developed into a ‘sports-for-development’ organization, using football as a tool for social change. 

What this translates to is a separation between the league competitions (which should be managed by KYFA members), and the training/development activities (which are primarily managed by KYFA staff).

At one time, KYFA was entirely dependent on grants to keep the office and the activities running. However, KYFA has recently begun partnering with corporate bodies in order to fund the football leagues and major events. 

There is need to explore the feasibility of future corporate sponsorships as well as a business approach in order to ‘wean’ the leagues off of donor funding.

2. Request for Proposal

Kisumu Youth Football Association requests proposals from experienced individuals to plan and deliver the strategic planning session with the KYFA Council over the course of three (3) days.

The individual acting as the Strategic Planning Facilitator will be the leader of the Strategic Planning Session and will provide guidance for the development of a Business and Development Plan. 

S/he will be responsible for ensuring that all the key elements come together in a smooth and effective way.

Attention to detail, excellent communications and people skills, strong organization and good correspondence skills are important. 

Specific expertise and proven experience in strategic planning and business plan development are essential. 

Experience working with sports-for-development organization is a plus.

3. The Work

3.1 Strategic Planning Overview

The first deliverable for the successful consultant will be a detailed work plan outlining the agenda and the objectives for each day of the session. This will be due within two weeks of signing of the contract.

3.2 Familiarity with KYFA

The consultant should be well-versed with KYFA’s activities prior to the Strategic Planning Session and should be able to speak about KYFA with knowledge and confidence. 

Resources will be made available by KYFA to the consultant immediately after signing of the contract.

3.3 Facilitation
The consultant shall be the lead facilitator during the 3-day session, which shall take place in Kisumu in January 2013. 

S/he will be expected to lead the sessions in a dynamic, engaging way that motivates all participants to play a role in the activity.

4. Reporting

The consultant shall provide a draft Strategic Plan within ten (10) days of the strategic planning session that summarizes the discussions, action points, recommendations and conclusions. 

KYFA participants shall review the draft and revert it back to the consultant to make necessary revisions within seven (7) days.

5. Proposal Guidelines

Submissions must include, but are not limited to, the following components:

• A suggested 3-day work plan indicating the elements of work, expected outcomes, identification of who will do the work, timelines, and reporting;
• Description of the contractor’s facilitation work with other organizations, including an overview of the services and relevant experience;
• Clear evidence of an understanding of the goals and challenges of strategic planning;
• Contacts of three (3) references from previous facilitation work References should include client name, contact person, phone number, project description, and results;
• Expected remuneration and any relevant costs

Address documents to the Manager and e-mail to kyfavacancies@gmail.com no later than Friday, December 28th.

Short-listed candidates shall be notified.

Diakonie Somalia Program Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

Diakonie Somalia Program seeks to recruit a suitable candidate to fill the following position;
 

Program Officer – Somalia

Based in Nairobi with frequent travel to Somalia
 

Job Summary
 

Under the supervision of the Director, the Program officer will be responsible for planning, monitoring and evaluation of several projects which are implemented by partner organizations.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Regular travel to Mogadishu
• Follow the humanitarian and security context of Somalia
• Support staff of partner organizations to ensure timely submission of quality project proposals
• With the support of Monitoring Officer, monitor projects progress through field visits and checking /analysing documentation
• Evaluate projects
• Report monthly to the director on project progress
• Write interim/final reports according to donor requirements
• Maintain system for project related documentation
• Communicate with partners in the field and desk officers at headquarters

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Minimum 3 Years humanitarian experience preferably Somalia – South Central
• University degree in business administration/management, accounting, development studies and/or relevant technical qualification (agriculture/food security, water and sanitation etc)
• Experience with PME in INGOs
• Experience with Shelter or Education is an asset
• Excellent communication skills, with good spoken and written English
• Excellent working knowledge of computer software:MS Word, Excel & Email applications required

To receive an application form, send an email to: dea.recruitment@gmail.com.
 

Applications must include an application form, cover letter and a daytime telephone number. 

The deadline for submission of applications is Friday, 4th January 2013. 

All applications should be sent to: recruitment@diakonie-emergency-aid.com .
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Centre for African Family Studies (CAFS) Call for Consultants in Nairobi Kenya

CAFS Call for Consultants
 

The Centre for African Family Studies (CAFS) is an autonomous International Non-Governmental Organization (INGO) dedicated to strengthening the capacity of organizations and individuals working in the field of health and development. 

CAFS is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, with country offices in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia; Abuja, Nigeria; and Lome, Togo. 

CAFS portfolio comprises regional and country-specific training courses; technical assistance; research and evaluation; knowledge management and information dissemination; and conference design and coordination.  

CAFS is a leading provider of consulting and advisory services in Reproductive Health, HIV&AIDS, and Population and Development.

We are seeking consultants with experience in conducting research; monitoring and evaluation, strategic planning, baseline surveys, evaluations, training and management in  the following thematic areas:

1. HIV/AIDS
2. Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights
3. Education and curriculum development.
4. Governance and leadership.
5. Monitoring and Evaluation.
6. Strategic Planning

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 10 years experience in the particular thematic area with proven track record.
• Masters degree or PhD in related academic disciplines.
• Willingness to undertake assignments outside the country.
• Proven expertise and knowledge in development of winning proposals and work from donors and a network of contacts
• Strong research and M & E skills
• Proven ability to lead, manage and inspire a team of capable individuals to deliver a team agenda while meeting individual targets
• Excellent written and oral communication and negotiation skills
• Strong analytical skills and computer literacy /competencies

How to apply
 

Send an application letter together with a CV and names of three professional referees (one of whom must be the most recent client or supervisor) plus their day-time contacts to CAFS by email to: recruitment@cafs.org to be received no later than 20th December 2012. 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Enchanting Africa Travel Consultant Job in Nairobi Kenya

Exciting Job Opportunity: Travel Consultant
 

Do you enjoy interacting with people from different countries and cultural backgrounds? 

Would you like to join a team which is entrepreneurial and passionate? 

Would you like to work in an innovative company in one of the world's most dynamic regions of the world?

Our Company
 

Founded in 2004 with the mission to discover a better way to bring alive travel to exotic destinations, Enchanting-Travels has welcomed thousands of visitors from around the world. 

We have offices and presence in Argentina, India, Kenya, Germany, the UK and the USA which are made up of international teams from various nationalities.

What we do
 

Enchanting-Travels is one of the leading companies offering high-quality tailor-made travels to exotic parts of the world including Africa, Asia, India and South America. 

By managing the entire process from the first interaction to the last farewell, we give guests the freedom to realize their travel dreams and embrace the vibrant cultures and energy of our destinations. 

With our African headquarters located in Kenya, Enchanting-Africa currently focuses on tailor-made journeys to 12 African countries and is gradually expanding to additional destinations across the African continent.

Job and Role Description
 

We are currently recruiting for a Travel Consultant to join our team in Nairobi, Kenya, ideally with a start date in January 2013. 

The role involves interaction with prospective travelers from the US, UK, Australia and other English-speaking countries to tailor-make authentic and exciting travel experiences in Africa for them. 

The role is a permanent job and contracts range from 1 - 3 years and can be extended indefinitely depending on the success of the person and on mutual interest.

What are we looking for?
 

No prior professional experience in the travel industry is required. 

We have a culturally diverse group of people from equally diverse professional backgrounds such as finance, law, media, communications, health care and hospitality. 

However, what we are looking for is:

• A love and passion for Africa and Travel
• Travel / personal or professional experience in Africa
• Cultural openness, ability to interact with people from diverse backgrounds
• Excellent written and spoken English (English as mother tongue)
• A university degree, a minimum of 2 years work experience

Application
 

If you are interested, please send in your application to Florian Keller (recruiting-africa@enchanting-travels.com) with your CV / Résumé and a letter of motivation explaining why you are interested in this role and why you believe you would be a good fit.

We look forward to receiving your application!