Technical Proposal Submission Form

GIZ PROJECT RESEACHER CONSULTANCY

Submitted to;
SKILLS INITIATIVE FOR AFRICA

Submitted by:
Samson Kariuki
Lead Consultant
Africa Vocational Education Research Consultancy
P.O. Box 43844-00100 (GPO), Nairobi, Kenya

Cell-phone: +254 725745166

ikinyakariukis@gmail.com/Africavocedu@gmail.com

Date of Submission: 12th June, 2020

Table of content

Table of Contents
1.0 Introduction..............................................................................................................................3
1.1 Africa vocational Education Researchers and consultants (profile)......................................3
1.2 Summary profile for the consultant.......................................................................................4
1.3 Summary of Relevant Experience.........................................................................................4
2.0 Assignment Objective..............................................................................................................5
3.0 Scope of work...........................................................................................................................5
3.1 Task of the Assignment.........................................................................................................6
4.0 Assignment Deliverables and Time Frame............................................................................8
5.0 Proposed Budget......................................................................................................................8
6.0 Required qualification and Experience.................................................................................9
7.0 Contract Administration.........................................................................................................9
Appendix.........................................................................................................................................9
Evidence of past Work.................................................................................................................9
CV Lead Consultant..................................................................................................................10
1.0 Introduction
It is our understanding that Skills Initiative for Africa (SIFA) is seeking the services of a
researcher consultant to spearhead conducting a rapid assessment of upskilling and reskilling
needs arising from effects of the Covid-19 crisis. Skills Initiative for Africa (SIFA) being an
initiative of African Union Development Agency in support of German Government plays a vital
role in enhancing increased social and economic perspectives for youths in Africa. The
organization looks forward to identify the reskilling and upskilling needs in specific labour force
sectors. SIFA also seeks to identify the skills needs arising from the effects of Covid -19
pandemic. This is to enhance development of responsive skills development interventions with
an aim of having more tailored actions and partnerships to address sector specific skills and
labour needs suited to bring change in the labour market. The project will be undertaken under
the support and approval of the International labour organizations (ILO) implemented Skills
Anticipation Component of the Skills Initiative for Africa (SIFA), the African Union
Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) and project of the African Union Commission (AUC)
that is financed by the European Union the German Government.

The SIFA project intends to conduct and undertake a rapid assessment in gathering information
which can help in refining and supplementing the already existing data forming the basis of
developing interventions to address sector specific skills and labour needs. The program
anticipates to mitigate the negative impact caused by Covid -19 revolving around loss of jobs,
wages, income and catastrophic losses in different sectors of the economy such as health, retail
trade, tourism (including hotels and restaurants), as well as manufacturing sector. As a result, the
member states look into assessing these situations vis-a’-vis job losses, skill/labour shortages and
reskilling needs in order to mitigate the negative impact of Covid-19.

Capacity to undertake the assignment

1.1 Africa vocational Education Researchers and consultants (profile)

Africa Vocational Education Researchers and Consultants (AVERC) is a leading TVET
consulting firm that offer consultancy services involving curriculum development in the
education sector. We focus on enhancing Technical and vocational skills, and value development
in Africa through high quality research, training and technical support. Our purpose is to design,
develop and deliver high quality TVET skills, research, training and other related services for the
development of communities in Africa.

Having an experience in understanding clients’ needs coupled with technical expertise and
quality, this has enabled us to provide top level services to many satisfied customers. Therefore,
as AVERC we look forward to work for ICL in delivering a strategic plan to address issues
affecting young people in the five pillars: Sexual and Reproductive Health, Education, Access to
Employment and Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Governance, Sports, Safety, Security, Talent
nurturing and spiritual foundation and in promoting pro-youth actions.

1.2 Summary profile for the consultant

Samson is TVET Specialist and youth skills promotion expert and Technical lead at African
Vocational Education Researchers and Consultants. He has vast researcher and skill coach at
Kenyatta University. Served at Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) as an
Assistant Director In-charge of TVET division. Samson has participated in consultancy services
such as, Development of curriculum, learning materials, youth empowerments to join skills
training, development of strategic business plans and TVET strategic Plan for Horn of Africa.
Samson has vast skills in working in emergency areas such as Somali. He holds Doctorate
Degree in Education, Research and Evaluation from The Catholic University of Eastern Africa,
Masters of Philosophy in Technology Education (TVET and Curriculum studies) and Bachelor
of Education.

1.3 Summary of Relevant Experience

S/no Consultancy Services Offered Country Duration of
Completion
1. Development of Curriculum in three Kenya 5 months
technical areas of training:
Project: Youth Promotion- GIZ Kenya
Consortium of GFA Consulting group

2. Development of TVET CBET learning Kenya 28 Days

guides in:
Description of Project:
The purpose of developing learning guides is to support
and enhance uniformity, standardization and coherence
in implementing TVET CBET Curriculum-
competency-based education and training in Kenya.
The project component of developing learning material
is as directed by the Policy Framework for Reforming
Education and Training (Sessional Paper No. 4 of
2016).
3. Development of TVET CBET Modular Curriculum Somalia- 23 Days
and learning Guides Mogadishu
(5 Certificate and 2 Diploma)
Narrative description of Project: The main objective
of this consultancy was to review, design and develop
Ministry partnership within the TVET sector.
 Clients contact person for the assignment: Mr.
DahirIsaq
Jibril STEP Project Manager
Dahir.isaq@savethechildren.org
4. Review and Development TVET policy Its Somaliland 36 days
Implementation Guide
Narrative description of Project: the review of TVET
policy and implementation guide was meant to capture
the current sectorial development and global dynamics
over the years, thus taking into account some of the
local, regional and global concerns that impact directly
TVET development in Somaliland
5. Development Diploma in education Management (Child
Friendly Schools)
Clients contact person for the assignment:
6. Conducting Consultancy for TVET tracer Study
Narrative description of Project: the tracer study was
to give an In-depth analysis of the employment
destinations of Horumarinta Elmiga II IBTVET and
EBTVET graduates

2.0 Assignment Objective

The purpose of the project is to come up with a solution of mitigating the negative impact of
COVID-19 on the labour market and to develop effective reskilling and upskilling measures. The
objective of the current assignment is to conduct a rapid assessment of targeted sectors with
the view of identifying the skills and labour surpluses and shortages as a result of COVID-19
effects and also to come up with a recommendation of effective reskilling and upskilling
measures.

The specific objectives for the assignment are to signal;

i. Occupations where workers are at risk of losing jobs

ii. Entry points and opportunities in sectors where there is a sudden change in demand for
skills or in sectors experiencing spikes in labour demand due to COVID-19 situation.

3.0 Scope of work

In this assignment the consultant will conduct a rapid assessment of analysis to develop the
labour market challenges arising from the effects of Covid-19 on selected economic sectors. The
consultant will also be guided by a Guidance Note provided and work under the directions of
ILO experts and specialists. The rapid assessment will be conducted to support countries to
identify:

 Labour and skills shortages in the industries and services sectors where demand has
picked
 Skills including OSH needed to enable businesses to operate safely and effectively during
the pandemic
 Critical employability skills applicable to the affected sectors
 Skills and labour shortages in priority sectors such as seasonal agriculture and tourism
where labour supply has been cut off

The consultant will deliver the assignment from 25th June, 2020 to 30th September, 2020 as
stipulated in the TOR.

The following tasks will be performed to achieve the objectives

3.1 Task of the Assignment

In this assignment, the consultant will be accountable for the entire level rapid skills assessment
process up to report production stage with recommendations. The consultant is also expected to
work hand in hand with the questionnaire designers to help in trouble shooting support during
the survey and data uploading and downloading process.

The consultant will undertake the following specific tasks:

i. Hold consultative discussions with key stakeholders to:

 Validate the sectors in which the analysis should be conducted.
 Agree on population of individuals to be targeted like workers in sectors and
informal economy workers for the supply survey affected by the impact of
COVID 19
ii. Dissemination of online Questionnaires

This will be done through various platforms like google docs. in order to get adequate
respondents or feedback.

iii. Receiving the required number of online responses/feedbacks to enable sound

analysis. This will be done through phone interviews with the respondents.

iv. Review country level related studies

The researcher will ensure that there is review of recent macroeconomic and labour market
sub-sector studies by the ILO and those conducted under SIFA project.
 v. Compile the data collected

Data will be collected through online surveys using google forms.

vi. Conduct an analysis

The exercise will be based on conducting an analysis that triangulates different types of
information obtained in primarily through:

 An online supply side questionnaire administered to selected individuals

 An online questionnaire administered to enterprises in selected sectors negatively
affected by Covid 19
 An online questionnaire administered to enterprises facing a spike in demand for
specific skills and occupations, due to the Covid 19 pandemic

vii. Based on the preliminary finding from the enterprise surveys and from the individual
interviews, and following the ILO Guidelines on the implementation of the rapid
assessment of reskilling and upskilling needs.
The Consultant will:
 Conduct in-depth interviews with key training providers and designers of formal
and informal vocational and technical education, representative of government,
key ministries, and with private and public employment service organizations
 Conduct key informant interviews with sector/industry experts (around 10 per
sector) key government officials, business associations and worker
representatives.
viii. Analyse relevant information and data from the online survey, from the interviews
and from the analysis
The consultant in this case will identify:
 The required upskilling and reskilling measures needed for the sectors’ businesses
sustainability and for revitalization of employment
 The required upskilling and reskilling measures needed for the sectors’ businesses
sustainability and for revitalization of employment
ix. Provide recommendations
Recommendations will be made based on the outcome of the analysis in terms of:
 Required training measures in the context of other response measures
implemented by the country
 How a global crisis like the COVID19 pandemic can facilitate the change needed
to operate under the “new normal” and how labour market actors should shift
focus from crisis management to assimilating change and adapting to the normal
x. Provide insights
The consultant insights will be based on the specific labour market systems and structures
to be fixed/ overhauled for them to fit for purpose in the light of the new realities.
4.0 Assignment Deliverables and Time Frame
The consultant proposes span of three months for this assignment commencing on 25th June,
2020 and concluding on 30th September, 2020. This period is considered adequate for the
delivery of the assignment. The table below provides a detailed breakdown of the proposed
deliverables and timelines as per the proposed activities.

S.No Deliverable Duration

i. Review of Secondary data By 30th June, 2020
ii. Online questionnaires dissemination 1st July, 2020
iii. Data Compilation and analysis 15th July, 2020
iv. Carrying out in-depth 15th July up to 20th July
interviews/consultations with key
stakeholders including policy-
makers and development partners
v. Draft Report 30th July, 2020
vi. Final Report incorporating feedback 10th August, 2020
from key stakeholders

Renumeration

5.0 Proposed Budget

The following is the proposed budget

S.No Deliverable Details Quantity Amount

1 -
2. -
3 -

4 -

5 -

6
Total Cost
6.0 Required qualification and Experience
The Consultant will have the following qualifications and experience: -

 A University degree in economics, statistics or other equivalent qualification;

 Knowledge and understanding of the labour market information systems
 A good understanding of the skills anticipation and it links to development of effective
labour markets
 Documented experience of undertaking analytical research
 Excellent report writing skills

7.0 Contract Administration

The consultant will work in collaboration with designated Skills specialists in the ILO SKILL
Branch in Geneva and with the Chief Technical Advisor of the SIFA-Skills Anticipation Project
based in the ILO Office, Pretoria.

Appendix

Evidence of past Work

CV Lead Consultant
CURRICULUM VITAE (CV)

CV Researcher Principal Investigator

Position Title Principal Investigator
Name of the expert Dr. Samson Kariuki
Area of specialization Research Monitoring and Evaluation
Summary Profile
Dr Kariuki is a researcher and lecturer (Trainer) teaching in the school of Engineering and
Technology as well as in School of Education at Kenyatta University in Kenya. He has vast
knowledge and skills in educational research and evaluation, and curriculum development.
Dr Kariuki has participated in various consultancy services funded by BMZ and European
union’s such as; Conducting market assessments in Somalia, Development of CBET
Curriculum, occupational standards and TVET CBET learning guide. Conducting TVET tracer
study (2018); Review of TVET Policy and its implementation guide (2018); Development of
Somaliland TVET Strategy (2017); Kenya TVET Curriculum development assessment and
certification operational manual (2015); Kenya’s handbook for accreditation of TVET
institutions (2011) and Kenya’s TVET Competency Based Curriculum Manual (2009).
Education Qualification
Degree Name of the Institution Year
Doctor of Philosophy in Education, Catholic University of Eastern
Research and Evaluation- Africa
Masters of Philosophy in Technology
Education- TVET/Mechanical Moi University, Kenya
Engineering-
Bachelors of Technology Education- Moi University
Mechanical Technology
Relevant Experience
Period Employing Summary of activities performed
organization and your relevant to the Assignment
title/position
2011 to present) Kenyatta University  Review and development of
over 20 TVET Competency
Lecturer
Based Curriculum- Syllabus and
support material in Mechanical
Engineering-welding, mechanical
technology, Automotive
Engineering, electrical and
electronics, Building and
construction among others
 Conducting Value Training
 Chain Analysis and Training
Needs Assessment for TVET
programs
 Monitoring and Evaluation of
TVET programs
 Member of Quality
management System team in
TVET Division
Relevant Experience (From most recent):
Period:  From Name of activity/ Job Title and Activities undertaken/Description of
– To Project/ funding actual role performed:
organization, if
applicable:
May 2019- TVET CDACC Developing TVET CBET Learning guides for
June 2019 Kenya  Welding and fabrication Level 6
 Electrical Engineering (Power Option) level 6
 Project management Level 6
 Marketing Level 6
 Business Management level 6
This activity was under Africa Vocational Education
Researchers and Consultants – Samson as Lead
Consultant and Director
March 2019 Federal Republic of Development of TVET Strategy for Somalia-
Somalia (BMZ Mogadishu
Project)
Nov 2019 Federal Republic of Conducting analysis of preparedness in CBET TVET
Somalia in institution.
collaboration with Developing TVET CBET Curriculum in:
Save the children Level 4 Welding and fabrication
International Level 4 Plumbing and Pipe fitting
(GIZ/BMZ Project) Level 4 Electrical Installation
Level 4 Food and beverage
Level 4 Garment making
Level 4 Automotive Engineering
2018 TVET Tracer Lead Consultant-
Study-Somaliland Activities
(EU funded Project)  Review of related policy, report and documents to
Save the Children establish the gap
 Training of data enumerators and research
 assistant
 Data collection and Analysis
 Report writing
 Conducting Validation and dissemination
workshop to stakeholders
2018 Review of Lead Consultant-
Somaliland TVET Activities
Policy and Its  Review of related policy, report and documents to
Implementation establish the gap
guide  Training of data enumerators and research
assistant
 Data collection and Analysis
 Report writing
 Conducting Validation and dissemination
workshop to stakeholders
From July Development of Lead Consultant-
2017 –Sept Somaliland TVET Activities
2017 Strategy 2017-2021  Review of related policy, report and documents to
Funded by establish the gap
European Union-  Training of data enumerators and research
Save The Children assistant
as Lead Agency  Data collection and Analysis
 Report writing
 Conducting Validation and dissemination
workshop to stakeholders
2016 Labour Market Co-lead Consultant
Assessment  Conducting labour Market Assessment for
Establishing Skills in North Eastern Region-
Kenya.
Jan 2015- to Development of  Lead Curriculum developer in developing
Dec 2016 Bachelors of Engineering related course i.e. Mechanical
Technical and Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Building
Vocational and Construction and Computer Technology
Education Degree
Program, Funded
by Kenyatta
University
2010 to date Member of Course  Participated in NVCET Curriculum
TVET Course Design/Writing Phase II Workshop- Metal
 Panel. Funded by Processing Technology- Kenya Institute of
Government of Curriculum Development (KICD)
Kenya through
Kenya Institute of
Curriculum
Development
Trainer Consultant,  Trainer- Preventive Maintenance at Centurion
2014 to 2015 Contracted on part- Engineering Systems- Nairobi
time basis by  Trainer- In Numerical Machining Complex-
Centurion Specifically Lathe machines CNC
Engineering
Systems- Nairobi
2013 Researcher and  Stop Violence against Girls in Schools (SVAGS)
Data analyst. –Research Project- Action Aid in Collaboration
Funded by Action with The Catholic University of Eastern Africa
AID in conjunction
with Catholic
University of
Eastern Africa
2007 to 2010 TVET Assistant  Development of TVET Competency based
Director curriculum in Engineering
By Kenya Institute  Kenya TVET Curriculum development
of Curriculum assessment and certification operational manual
Development (2015)
 Kenya’s handbook for accreditation of TVET
institutions (2011),
 Kenya’s TVET Competency Based Curriculum
Manual (2009)
2008 Internal Evaluator  Review of 2006- 2010 Nairobi Technical Training
funded by Nairobi Institute (NTTI) Strategic Plan
Technical Training
Institute
Publications / conference participation
Membership to professional Association

Language proficiency:
Language Speaking Writing Reading
English Excellent Excellent Excellent
Kiswahili Excellent Excellent Excellent

Referees
Expert Contact Information: Email Address: ikinyakariukis@gmail.com Contact: +254
725745166