TERMS OF REFERENCE TO HIRE AN INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT/CONSULTANCY FIRM TO CONDUCT GAPS ANALYSIS ASSESSMENT AND SIZE ESTIMATION FOR TRUCK DRIVERS  AND CROSS BORDERS  FOR TAILORED MALARIA PREVENTION INTERVENTIONS

Introduction

L’Association de Solidarité des Femmes Rwandaise (ASOFERWA) is non- governmental organization (NGO) created in 1994 just after the Genocide. Its mission is encouraging Socioeconomic rehabilitation and healthier living conditions among vulnerable groups and promote gender equality and equity; unity and reconciliation. The Vision is to build a “Rwanda free from poverty and any injustice where every citizen enjoys better living conditions, especially women, children and youth to enjoy their rights and psychosocial comfort’’. ASOFERWA’s target groups include Women and Girls in general, Orphans and Youth, Widows, Old people without family support, Women with low income, Key and Vulnerable populations in General, especially Female Commercial Sex Workers (FSWs) and people living with the HIV and AIDS (PLHIV). The plans of ASOFERWA reflect the emphasis of SDGs, Vision 2050, 7YGP, NST1, DDS and National strategies and policies.

In line with its mission ASOFERWA contributes to the improvement of socioeconomic wellbeing of families through different interventions with various partners, from that background ASOFERWA has strong experience in community mobilization and in Social behaviours change strategies especially in fighting against HIV/AIDS, TB and Malaria across the country.

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1. Background

Malaria remains a public health priority in Rwanda with the whole population at risk of malaria infection. Today, Rwanda continues to make progress in malaria control through multifaceted evidence-based approaches such as social behaviour change activities ,  Information, Education and Communication (IEC); distribution of long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs); Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) and; early diagnosis and effective management of malaria cases as guided by the National Malaria Strategy.

Following the recent Malaria Program Review conducted in 2022, a gap in Malaria related SBC interventions was noted and an urgent need to design and implement key community sensitization interventions for behaviour and practices  in malaria control such as integrated messages to sensitize communities so as to ensure the use of malaria preventive measures, early treatment seeking behaviour and support of environmental management including larva source management. It was further recommended that innovative approaches are required for effective SBC including messages through mass media campaigns, community dialogues, community outreaches for targeted groups, SBC activities targeting  High risk groups  , House to house messaging, IVM approaches, etc.

Recently, The Ministry of Health/RBC/MOPDD In collaboration with partners, using the Matchbox findings of March 2021 have conducted the need assessment, mapping of hotspot and situational analysis among high-risk groups to orient the specific interventions being implemented in the context of malaria. From the assessment different recommendations were provided including a comprehensive study specifically geared towards long distance truck drivers and design integrated interventions not only focusing on malaria prevention instead include HIV and other form of diseases that can affect truck drivers .

In this regard, ASOFERWA  is hiring Individual consultant/consultancy firm to conduct gaps analysis assessment and size estimation for  truck drivers  and cross borders  for tailored malaria prevention interventions. The assignment will be carried out Countrywide.

2. Main objective

The overall aim is to conduct gaps analysis assessment and size estimation for  truck drivers  and cross borders  for tailored malaria prevention interventions

3. The Specific Objectives:

The planned assessment aims to:

• To Map truck drivers and size estimation in their respective stop overs
• Identify specific behaviours and practices that contribute to the Malaria infection.
• To identify gaps related to service delivery for Malaria prevention and control.
• To provide recommendations to improve service delivery for Specific malaria prevention and control

4. Scope of assignment

ASOFERWA     is looking for a high caliber individual consultant/consultancy firm to conduct gaps analysis assessment and size estimation for  truck drivers  and cross borders  for tailored malaria prevention interventions . The consultancy will be implemented countrywide. After assessment, the consultant will submit a preliminary draft, incorporate feedback from stakeholders and submit final assessment report. 

5. Expected results:

The specific results include:

• Maps for truck drivers and size estimation in their respective stop over
• Detailed specific behaviors and practices that contribute to the Malaria infection among truck drivers and cross borders.
• Gaps related to service delivery for Malaria among Malaria infection among truck drivers and cross borders.
• Detailed gaps related to service delivery among Malaria infection among truck drivers and cross borders.

6. Deliverables

The Consultant will develop a conceptual framework including a detailed methodology, work instruments, work plan, analytical plan and development plan. He or she will present a draft   document and a final document to be discussed by stakeholders involved in implementation of Malaria strategic interventions. Summary document and reference materials will also be prepared for ease of use.  The specific deliverables will include:

1. Inception report, methodology and instruments. 
2. Draft of assessment report and printed maps for all identified hotspots and Stopover .
3. Analysis of gaps barriers related to service delivery.
4. Recommendations for the design specific Malaria interventions and approach
5. Final Assessment Report with feedback incorporated and printed maps of all identified hot sports.

7. Qualification, Knowledge, Skills and Experience

1. Qualification, Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• The consultant should have a master’s degree in public health, Epidemiology or Health Research related studies, and having a PhD will be an added advantage;
• Demonstrate evidence of career progression in areas of public Health;
• Have very good understanding of Rwanda Health System.
• Have good understanding of possible factors leading to malaria transmission, morbidity, mortality or how it affects community behaviour vis a vis prevention and control interventions in Rwanda;
• Experience in conducting similar assessments, particularly within the context of malaria prevention and control.
• Familiarity with high-risk populations and cultural sensitivity in approaching and engaging with these communities.
• Ability to work and engage with a range of stakeholders, including high level policy makers, civil society organizations, local leaders, and the community.
• Excellent communication skills and experience in working with communities in both urban and rural settings.
• Excellent command of English, French and Kinyarwanda both spoken and written will be added advantage.
• Strong analytical and report-writing skills.

8. Working Language

The working language for this assignment will be English.

9. Selection criteria

Applications will be assessed on cost reasonableness (30%) and technical competence (70%).

10. Timeframe (Duration of the Assignment)

This assignment is expected to be implemented within a timeframe of fifty (50) working days starting from the date of signing the consultancy contract. The consultant will be required to work closely with ASOFERWA /Supervising staff with guidance of RBC/Malaria Division 

11. Application requirements

The application file will be comprised of;

• Letter expressing interest to carry out the consultancy service required;
• Detailed CV (maximum 2 pages) of the responsible consultant
• A brief proposal written in English describing the background, methodology and timeline (maximum 5 pages)
• Price quotations for the consultancy service required.
• Copy of national Identity card/ or Passport of the consultant
• Valid proof documents of completion of similar assignments

Interested candidates are invited to apply by addressing their application letter with  attached  requirement documents  to the ASOFERWA’s Executive Secretary. Application documents will be deposited in sealed envelope at ASOFERWA’s Headquarters in its Secretariat at KG 682 St 3, Kimihurura, Gasabo District not later than September 11th, 2023 at 10:00AM. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps.

12. Terms of Performance.

• The effective date of the terms of reference and statement of work will be the date of contract signature by ASOFERWA
• Quality of deliverables must be ensured by the consultant

13. Report Submission

The final report of the assessment should be a maximum 50 pages, excluding annexes, and should be written in English. It should contain an executive summary of a maximum 2 pages. The report should follow the following format:

• Title page
• Table of contents
• List of Table
• List of figures
• Acronym list
• Short description of reviewers
• Executive Summary
• Introduction/context
• Objectives
• Methods
• Findings
• Constraints
• Summary
• Conclusions and recommendations)
• Annexes       

For more information, contact us at 0788301260/ 0788436581 or email asoferwa@ymail.com , 

Done at Kigali on 4^th September, 2023

NSHIMIYIMANA Appolinaire

Executive secretary of ASOFERWA