Terms of Reference (TOR)
Consultants to Develop the Curriculum 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?

SHONA identifies, guides, backs, and connects entrepreneurs to help them build Good Businesses.

• Good Businesses are well-managed, sustainable enterprises that benefit customers, employees, owners, value chain partners, the environment, and local communities.
• These businesses create jobs, generate wealth, protect the environment, and contribute to community prosperity.
• SHONA aims 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), SHONA is implementing the Herizon Project.

The project’s objective is to enhance economic opportunities for women and improve access to life-enhancing products and services in Uganda and Kenya. The Herizon program supports women-driven enterprises, particularly in:

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

SHONA seeks consultants (individuals or firms) with expertise in gender and climate change to develop a curriculum for tailored capacity-building support.

Scope of Work

The consultant will develop a comprehensive, gender-sensitive curriculum to guide capacity building for women-driven businesses in Uganda and Kenya.

Tasks:

1. • • Engage with key stakeholders, including SHONA team members, project representatives, and selected women entrepreneurs.
     • Assess gender dynamics and climate-related challenges affecting women-led businesses in Uganda and Kenya.Consultation and Research:
2. Curriculum Development:
   • Create a curriculum that incorporates gender-responsive and climate change adaptation strategies.
   • Include practical tools, case studies, and culturally relevant methodologies.
3. Gender and Climate Change Integration:
   • Address gender-specific challenges, such as access to finance, decision-making, and societal norms.
   • Provide strategies for climate change adaptation and mitigation relevant to women entrepreneurs in agriculture and other sectors.
4. Flexibility and Adaptability:
   • Design the curriculum to allow for flexible support based on evolving enterprise needs.
5. Capacity Building Strategy:
   • Develop an implementation plan with training methods, including workshops, mentoring, and online modules.
   • Offer guidance on adapting the curriculum based on real-time feedback during implementation.

Deliverables

The consultant will deliver:

1. Inception Report:
   • Methodology, timeline, and approach for curriculum development.
   • Stakeholder consultation plan.
2. Draft Curriculum:
   • A preliminary version with training materials covering the six thematic areas.
3. Final Curriculum:
   • A revised version incorporating feedback from stakeholders.
4. Capacity Building Plan:
   • A strategic document detailing recommended training formats and a schedule for capacity-building activities.

Qualifications

Academic Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or higher in Gender Studies, Environmental Studies, Climate Change, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or Business Administration (with a focus on entrepreneurship or social enterprises).
• Additional certifications in gender mainstreaming, women’s empowerment, climate change adaptation, or business development are an advantage.

Professional Experience:

• Gender and Climate Change Expertise:
  • Strong background in gender issues and climate change, especially as they relate to women’s empowerment and business development in East Africa.
• Curriculum Development:
  • Proven experience in designing training curricula in entrepreneurship, social enterprises, or women’s economic empowerment.
• Regional Knowledge:
  • Familiarity with socio-economic, cultural, and environmental contexts in Uganda and Kenya.
• Consultation Skills:
  • Experience engaging with diverse stakeholders, including women entrepreneurs, development organizations, and government institutions.
• Language Proficiency:
  • Fluency in English (spoken and written).

Proposal Submission

Submit your proposal to Josephine Munduru at jmunduru@shona.co with the subject line:
“Consultant for Curriculum Development [Your Name or Firm’s Name]”

Required Documents:

1. Technical Proposal:
   • Outline your background, methodology, approach, and expertise.
2. Financial Proposal:
   • Provide a detailed cost structure, including taxes.

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).