Terms of Reference (TOR)
Mapping of Existing Networks and Capital Institutions for Women-Driven Businesses for the Herizon Program

Client: SHONA Group
Project: Herizon
Reports to: Program Manager
Consultancy Duration: 10 days
Contract Type: Consultancy Contract
Location: Kenya and Uganda

Who is SHONA?

We identify, guide, back, and connect entrepreneurs, helping them build Good Businesses.

• We identify high-potential ambitious entrepreneurs and equip them with the knowledge, tools, capital, and networks they need to grow well-run businesses that are good for customers, employees, owners, value chain partners, the environment, and local communities.
• Good Businesses create good jobs, provide high-quality products and services, generate wealth, build industries, protect and regenerate the environment, and invest in local communities.
• Our goal is to positively impact 35 million people through 1,000 Good Businesses by 2030.

Background

In partnership with Welthungerhilfe (WHH) and with funding from the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, Germany (BMZ), we are implementing the Herizon Project to build economic opportunities for women and increase access to life-enhancing products and services in Uganda and Kenya.

The project focuses on identifying and supporting women-driven enterprises in key sectors, including:

• Agriculture
• WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene)
• Climate-smart food production
• Nutrition
• Climate change
• Digitalisation
• Skills development

To support the growth of women-driven businesses, a supportive ecosystem of stakeholders—government bodies, universities, business development providers, capital providers, and networks—is crucial.

Scope of Work

The consultant will identify and map key actors and opportunities in Uganda and Kenya to support women-driven businesses, particularly in the sectors identified above.

Tasks:

1. Desk Review and Secondary Data Analysis:
   • Review existing reports, databases, and documents related to women-driven businesses in Uganda and Kenya.
   • Identify existing networks, programs, funding sources, and institutions supporting women-led businesses.
2. Stakeholder Mapping and Interviews:
   • Identify stakeholders across the non-profit, for-profit, government, and academic sectors.
   • Conduct interviews to gather insights into their roles, services, and challenges in supporting women entrepreneurs.
3. Development of Stakeholder and Opportunities Map:
   • Develop a detailed map of stakeholders categorized by type, function, geographic location, and services offered.
4. Report Writing:
   • Compile findings into a comprehensive report.
   • Include recommendations for strengthening the ecosystem and fostering collaboration among stakeholders.

Deliverables

The consultant will provide a Stakeholder Mapping Report that includes:

1. Comprehensive Stakeholder Profiles:
   • Name of the organization
   • Sector (governmental, non-governmental, academic, private sector)
   • Function (e.g., financing, incubation, training)
   • Geographic area of operation
   • Specific services offered to women-driven businesses
   • Impact assessment (data on their support for women-driven businesses, where available)
2. Categorization of Stakeholders:
   • By sector, function, geographic location, and target industries.
3. Analysis of Stakeholder Roles and Services:
   • Evaluation of stakeholder contributions and identification of service gaps or overlaps.
4. Recommendations for Collaboration:
   • Suggestions for enhancing the ecosystem to better support women-driven businesses.
5. Key Opportunities for Women-Driven Businesses:
   • List of opportunities in agriculture, WASH, climate-smart food production, etc.
6. List of Leading Women-Driven Businesses:
   • Profiles of successful women-led businesses for potential partnerships or mentorship opportunities.

Report Structure

1. Introduction
   • Purpose and methodology.
2. Stakeholder Mapping
   • Categorization, profiles, and analysis.
3. Opportunities for Women-Driven Businesses
4. Leading Women-Driven Businesses
5. Recommendations
6. Conclusion

Qualifications

Academic Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Social Entrepreneurship, Gender Studies, International Development, Business Administration (MBA), Economics, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or Agricultural Economics.
• Additional certifications in business management, project management, or gender studies are an advantage.

Professional Experience:

• Proven expertise in stakeholder mapping, analysis, and report writing, with a focus on women’s entrepreneurship.
• Strong knowledge of the ecosystem supporting women-led businesses in Uganda and Kenya, including relevant sectors.
• Experience in engaging with non-profit and for-profit sectors, government institutions, and academia.
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of local languages is an advantage.

Proposal Submission

Submit your proposal to Josephine Munduru at jmunduru@shona.co with the subject line:
“Herizon Eco-system Mapping [Your Name or Firm’s Name]”

Required Documents:

1. Technical Proposal: Outline your background, methodology, approach, and expertise.
2. Financial Proposal: Provide a cost breakdown, including tax.

Submission Deadline: Friday, 07th February 2025, by 5:00 PM (EAT).

Inquiries:
Send questions or comments to jmunduru@shona.co by Wednesday, 31st January 2025, by 5:00 PM (EAT).