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Staff Training On Geographic Information Systems (Gis) at Fairtrade Africa
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CONTEXT TO THE ASSIGINMENT
New international market regulations, particularly the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), have immediate implications for smallholder cocoa and coffee producers. Starting from 31st December 2024, companies doing business in the EU will need to comply with the requirements of the EUDR, which aims to prevent agricultural products causing deforestation or forest degradation from being sold in the EU. In countries with inadequate infrastructure, limited traceability and a significant number of small-scale farmers, the industry is expected to face great challenges in meeting the requirements of EUDR. Without proactive buyers’ support, smallholders lacking resources to provide the necessary data for EUDR compliance face potential market exclusion, and thus resulting in poverty and economic migration risks. To ensure the inclusion of smallholder farmers, companies must focus on actively forming partnerships and providing financial investments and support on the ground.
Within the framework of the European Union’s Green Deal, sweeping regulatory shifts are currently underway. For instance, as part of this overarching commitment, the EU has introduced the EU Deforestation-Free Regulation (EUDR). The EUDR, effective since the 29th of June 2023, and mandatory from the 31st of December 2024, aims to curb the EU market’s impact on deforestation, forest degradation, and biodiversity loss. It targets seven key commodities — cattle, cocoa, coffee, oil palm, rubber, soya, and wood — to ensure they do not originate from recently deforested areas or contribute to forest degradation. The legislation adopts the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) definition of a forest, which encompasses land exceeding 0.5 hectares with trees surpassing 5 meters in height and a canopy cover exceeding 10 percent. Deforestation, as outlined in the legislation, is delineated as “the transformation of forested areas into agricultural land, whether initiated by human activity or occurring naturally.” Furthermore, it stipulates that product originating from land converted from forests to agricultural use after the 31st of December 2020, are prohibited from entering the market. Within this framework, agroforestry systems are classified as agricultural land use.It is on this basis that Fairtrade Africa has committed to supporting its coffee and cocoa producer organizations in East Africa to comply with the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) requirements. In line with this initiative, FTA seeks to enhance the capacity of its coffee program team in Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
SCOPE OF THE ASSIGNMENT
1) Training Program Development: Develop a customized training program covering cartography basics, spatial analysis, mapping, practical GIS application for EUDR compliance, land use monitoring, deforestation tracking, and GPS/mobile application data collection.
2) Training Provision: deliver a 4-day training sessions using practical examples relevant to the coffee and cocoa sectors. This will include interactive sessions with case studies and simulations. Provide training materials, documentation, and post-training support.
3) Support and Mentoring: Offer post-training support and technical assistance for a preagreed duration to address any challenges in applying GIS tools.
4) Evaluation and Assessment: Conduct an evaluation using appropriate tools to assess the effectiveness of the training program.
DELIVERABLES
- Training curriculum, materials, and documentation.
- Completion of training sessions.
3) Post-training report, including participant feedback and recommendations.
TIMELINES
1) Inception and Planning: 2 weeks for detailed planning and preparation.
2) GIS Training: 1 week for delivery and skills building.
CONSULTANT QUALIFICATIONS
1) Technical Expertise: Demonstrable expertise in GIS technology particularly in agricultural contexts.
2) Experience: Proven track record in delivering GIS training and mapping processes. Experience with sustainability or deforestation monitoring projects is highly desirable. The overall experience of the Consultant(s) or firm should be more than 5 years
3) Knowledge: Strong knowledge of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) especially on geo data collection and polygon mapping requirements.
4) Communication: Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical staff.
5) Regional Experience: Experience working in East Africa is highly desirable.
PROPOSAL SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Interested GIS firms are requested to submit:
1) Technical Proposal: A detailed work plan and methodology for GIS training including the team composition and CVs of key personnel.
2) Financial Proposal: A breakdown of costs, including training fees, and post-implementation support.
3) Cover Letter: A letter outlining qualifications and expertise, signed and stamped.
4) consultant Profile: Evidence of tax compliance, company website, and experience in similar assignments.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Proposals will be evaluated based on:
1) Understanding of project objectives.
- Relevant experience and qualifications of personnel.
3) Expertise in GIS or applicable digital solutions for EUDR compliance.
4) Ability to meet specified timelines.
How to Apply:
This is Full-time Job, Applications must be submitted by 5PM (EAT) on 18th September 2024 to
procurementecan@fairtradeafrica.net indicating “TOR FOR GIS Training EUDR geo-data
collection” in the subject line. Proposals received after this deadline will not be considered. All
proposals must be signed by an official representative of the consultant submitting the proposal
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Competency Framework And Succession Planning Process at Fairtrade Africa
1.0 Aim and Objectives
FTA is seeking a comprehensive behavioural and leadership competency framework and technical skills profiles that will serve as a basis for talent management initiatives such as succession planning, career development and learning and development.
A key driving force in this exercise is the need to:
• Identify and assess quality of internal candidates.
• Identify future experiences and development actions that potential leaders will need to address and prepares candidates to execute against current and future organizational needs.
• Create a solid succession management process and pipeline
2.0 Deliverables and how success will be measured
- Behavioural and leadership competency and skill requirementsclearly identified and communicated.
2. Technical skills requirements clearly identified and communicated.
3. Competencies and skills capabilities mapped for identified successors within the existing Director, Head of Region, and Manager/Team leader levels, identifying available skills and gaps.
4. Competencies and behaviours, fully integrated into succession planning, career development and learning and development processes.
5. Succession plans in place for key Directors, Heads of Region and Manager/Team leaders and critical positions.
6. Individual learning and development plans reflecting the priority capability gaps and actions required to support internal staff in the acquisition of skills and knowledge.
7. Internal FTA Directors, Heads of Region and Managers/Team leaders selected, promoted, and developed based on evidence of the demonstrated behaviours.
3.0 Duration
For this assignment:
• Delivery in 1.5 to 2 months after signing of contract.
4.0 Submission guidelines
A proposal with six sections:
• Section 1: An overview of the organisation profile.
• Section 2: A list of project managersthat will be assigned to this project
• Section 3: Financial proposal/quotation for the provision of services.
• Section 4: Any additional information the organisation believe demonstrates added value for Fairtrade Africa within the scope of this service provision.
• Section 5: Three references (name and contact) from organizations with whom similar services have been undertaken outlining the service provision performance for at leastthe last 3 (three) years.
• Section 6: Copy of Certificate of registration, payment terms inclusive of payment terms if contracted.
How to Apply:
This is Full-time Job, To apply please submit a proposal with the above specifications to procurement@fairtradeafrica.net by
18th September 2024.
Subject of the email submission should be “PROPOSAL FOR COMPETENCY FRAMEWORK AND
SUCCESSION PLANNING PROCESS
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