Madrasa Early Childhood Programme — Zanzibar
Terms of Reference
Organizational Capacity Building of SHIJUWAZA
| Background | The Madrasa Early Childhood Programme -Zanzibar (MECP-Z) is an affiliate of The Aga Khan Foundation (AKF). For 29 years MECP-Z has been implementing Early Childhood Development (ECD) programmes in Zanzibar and in 2014 started to deliver its programming in southern mainland Tanzania. With financial support from Norwegian Association for Disabled (NAD), MECP-Z in collaboration with Department of Disability Affairs (DDA) and Zanzibar Federation of Disabled People Organizations -SHIJUWAZA- (Shirikisho la Jumuiya za Watu Wenye Ulemavu) is implementing a Community Based Inclusive Development Programme in Zanzibar. One of the main deliverables of the project is to strengthen the organisational capacity of SHIJUWAZA to improve their effectiveness in supporting their members. SHIJUWAZA is a non- governmental organization legally registered under the Society’s Act in Zanzibar. The federation has 11 member organisations (Disabled Peoples Organisations (DPQs)). In May 2021 MECP-Z conducted an organizational capacity assessment (OCA) of SHIJUWAZA which identified strengths and weaknesses, including several areas with great potential for improvement. MECP-Z is seeking to engage a consultant to further refine the capacity assessment and build the organizational capacity of SHIJUWAZA. |
| Consultancy Scope | The consultant will work under the supervision of the CBID Programme Coordinator to ensure efficient delivery of the following objectives, divided in two phases: and objectives Phase 1 i. Objective 1: Conduct a thorough capacity needs assessment in the areas of: a. Leadership and good governance b. Financial management and resource mobilization c. Internal communication strategies ii. Objective 2: Based on the capacity needs assessment, develop a capacity building plan for the above areas of work Phase 2: iii, Objective 3: Implement the capacity building plan iv. Objective 4: In the process, identify formal gaps (policies and guidelines) in the same areas, and support the organization to fill these gaps, ideally as an integrated part of the capacity building plan. |
| Expected Deliverables | The selected consultant will be required to submit the following deliverables: Phase 1: i. Objective 1: Report on capacity needs assessment, including gaps in organizational policies and guidelines (see Objective 4) ii. Objective 2: Capacity building plan, based on capacity needs assessment, including plan to fill formal gaps (see Objective 4). This plan should include a proposed budget for phase 2. Phase 2: iii. Objective 3: Monthly capacity building report iv. Objective 4: Formal documents developed, with organization taking the lead |
| Proposed timeline | This assignment has two phases, and therefore also two contracts. The initial contract will be for phase 1, because the content is possible to predict and plan. The second contract will be for phase 2, when the parties have agreed on a capacity building plan. The timeline for the second phase will be determined by the results of the needs assessment and the capacity building plan. We expect the work to begin in September 2021. |
| Methodology | The consultant will develop a methodology for how to implement phase 1 as part of the proposal. MECP-Z emphasize mentorship and collaboration, participatory and inclusive processes, building trust and ownership, and sustainable results. |
| Qualifications and Competencies | The applicants should have the following, qualifications, experience, and competences: A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution in management, human resource, leadership and organizational psychology or any other relevant field. Minimum 5 years’ experience in organizational development consultancyHas documented experience in consultancy work of similar natureExcellent report writing skillsExcellent communication skills with ability to express ideas clearly, logically, and effectively orally.Wide knowledge, skills and experience in lobbying and advocacy. Vast knowledge, skills and experience in resource mobilization. Distinctive knowledge, skills and experience in project write up Extensive knowledge, skills and experience in organization networking.Excellent facilitation skills, ability to build relationships and motivate others Good command of key computer tools Fluent in Kiswahili and English (written and verbal) |
| Application Process and Deadline | Application: Please respond to the request of this consultancy with the following details: i, CV not exceeding 3 pages (for an individual consultant), or an organizational profile and CVs of the team involved in this work (for an Institution) and a cover letter ii, submit a proposal, including: a. A detailed methodology for how to implement phase 1, including a detailed budget specifying the number of days for each stage as well as other costs, based on the information outlined in this ToR. b. Initial ideas for how to implement phase 2 (no budget needed until phase 1 is completed) All applications should be sent to: recruit.mecpz@akdn.org (Email MUST be Organizational Capacity Building of SHIJUWAZA) Submission Deadline: 08th October, 2021: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applications without all relevant documents will not be considered. |
