Consultancy Services for providing Project Implementation Specialist services
Request For Expression Of Interest (Reoi) (Re-Advertized)
Kigali, on 20/12/2022
Ref No: RW-REG/EDCL-318558-CS-INDV
Project: Rwanda-Energy Access and Quality Improvement Project Project IDA-67760
Title: Consultancy Services for providing Project Implementation Specialist services
Rwanda Energy development Corporation Limited (EDCL, would like to hire an individual for providing consultancy services during the implementation of electrification projects of the Rwanda Energy Access and Quality Improvement Project (EAQIP), using own resources.
1. 1. Objective of the consultancy
2. The consultant shall be a qualified electrical engineer from a recognized university, with Bachelor degree with a strong experience in electricity program. A Master’s degree shall be added value.
3. A professional course of Project management or Monitoring and Evaluation will be an added advantage
4. Having at least 15 years of experience in electrification, having applied his/her services on at least three similar electrification projects, specifically in participating and managing PIUs.
5. Proven experience working with the Government institutions
6. Proven experience working with World Bank, Agence Française de development, or
7. Strong communication skills: Fluency in English,
8. Expression of Interest
9. Curriculum Vitae
10. Brief technical proposal (no longer than five pages) demonstrating the consultant’s
11. Copy of the degree (s) and the professional certificate (s)
12. Copies of certificates proving experience.
13. Financial proposal including a breakdown of their all-inclusive fees, including professional fees, (in its own envelope).
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The objective of this consultancy is to ensure that the objectives of the EAQIP electrification projects are being met through support and guidance to the Program Implementation Unit
)of the program. The specialist will provide support services and throughout the program value chain, including project development and design, project execution and project close- out phases. It will also ensure through the PIU accurate project and program scheduling, progress reporting, assist in material delivery and control issues and provide specialist inputs to EPC contract teams. The specialist will monitor the total EAQIP program and address risks and issues through the PIU to prevent unnecessary deviations from program objectives and ensure stakeholder support.
Duration of contract:
The duration of contract will be 6 months which can be extended in case of need.
Selection process and methods:
The consultant will be selected based on the responsiveness of consultant and compliance of the requirement of qualification mentioned below and in the terms of reference and the price quoted.
The first ranked consultant will be invited for negotiation of his financial proposal and clauses of contract.
The terms of references will be consulted on Rwanda Energy Group’s website (www.reg.rw) and dgMarket ( www.dgmarket.com).
Qualifications and experience required
AfDB,…in Energy sector
Submission Procedure
Interested consultants should provide the following:
understanding of the assignment and approach/methodology to do the assignment
The expression of interests must be submitted to the EDCL Procurement office, KN2 ST 3, Nyarugenge District, Kigali City, 2nd floor in written form, addressed to the Managing Director of the Energy Development Corporation Limited (EDCL), or be submitted via procurement emails:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with a copy to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , not later than 16/01/2023 at 5:00pm Kigali time (GMT +2).
Sincerely,
Gentile UMUSHASHI Félix GAKUBA
Head Procurement Management Services Managing Director
Terms of Reference for hiring Project Implementation Specialist to provide services to the Electricity Development Company Limited (EDCL) during the implementation of electrification projects of the Rwanda Energy Access and Quality Improvement Project (EAQIP)
Request For Expression Of Interest (Reoi) (Re-Advertized)
Kigali, on 20/12/2022
Ref No: RW-REG/EDCL-318558-CS-INDV
Project: Rwanda-Energy Access and Quality Improvement Project Project IDA-67760
Title: Consultancy Services for providing Project Implementation Specialist services
Rwanda Energy development Corporation Limited (EDCL, would like to hire an individual for providing consultancy services during the implementation of electrification projects of the Rwanda Energy Access and Quality Improvement Project (EAQIP), using own resources.
1. 1. Objective of the consultancy
2. The consultant shall be a qualified electrical engineer from a recognized university, with Bachelor degree with a strong experience in electricity program. A Master’s degree shall be added value.
3. A professional course of Project management or Monitoring and Evaluation will be an added advantage
4. Having at least 15 years of experience in electrification, having applied his/her services on at least three similar electrification projects, specifically in participating and managing PIUs.
5. Proven experience working with the Government institutions
6. Proven experience working with World Bank, Agence Française de development, or
7. Strong communication skills: Fluency in English,
8. Expression of Interest
9. Curriculum Vitae
10. Brief technical proposal (no longer than five pages) demonstrating the consultant’s
11. Copy of the degree (s) and the professional certificate (s)
12. Copies of certificates proving experience.
13. Financial proposal including a breakdown of their all-inclusive fees, including professional fees, (in its own envelope).
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The objective of this consultancy is to ensure that the objectives of the EAQIP electrification projects are being met through support and guidance to the Program Implementation Unit
)of the program. The specialist will provide support services and throughout the program value chain, including project development and design, project execution and project close- out phases. It will also ensure through the PIU accurate project and program scheduling, progress reporting, assist in material delivery and control issues and provide specialist inputs to EPC contract teams. The specialist will monitor the total EAQIP program and address risks and issues through the PIU to prevent unnecessary deviations from program objectives and ensure stakeholder support.
Duration of contract:
The duration of contract will be 6 months which can be extended in case of need.
Selection process and methods:
The consultant will be selected based on the responsiveness of consultant and compliance of the requirement of qualification mentioned below and in the terms of reference and the price quoted.
The first ranked consultant will be invited for negotiation of his financial proposal and clauses of contract.
The terms of references will be consulted on Rwanda Energy Group’s website (www.reg.rw) and dgMarket ( www.dgmarket.com).
Qualifications and experience required
AfDB,…in Energy sector
Submission Procedure
Interested consultants should provide the following:
understanding of the assignment and approach/methodology to do the assignment
The expression of interests must be submitted to the EDCL Procurement office, KN2 ST 3, Nyarugenge District, Kigali City, 2nd floor in written form, addressed to the Managing Director of the Energy Development Corporation Limited (EDCL), or be submitted via procurement emails:
Sincerely,
Gentile UMUSHASHI Félix GAKUBA
Head Procurement Management Services Managing Director
Terms of Reference for hiring Project Implementation Specialist to provide services to the Electricity Development Company Limited (EDCL) during the implementation of electrification projects of the Rwanda Energy Access and Quality Improvement Project (EAQIP)
Request For Proposals For Consultancy Services To Develop A Business Report For Rwanda Finance Ltd
Title Of Assignment: “Operating within Kigali International Financial Centre Report, A Comprehensive Guide Report”, Consultancy services to develop a business report for Rwanda Finance Ltd.
Brief Description Of The Assignment
Rwanda Finance Ltd seeks to commission a business report covering the ease of operations within the Kigali International Financial Centre (KIFC). This report will highlight Rwanda’s business environment including the banking sector landscape, financial intermediaries, financial regulators’ licensing process (diversity/depth), company registration, immigration, operation costs, other relevant service providers, economic substance, and taxation among others. This report will serve to inform international and local investors with all facets of operating within the new KIFC. The report will also provide a high-level benchmark with other 2 regional centers (Kenya and Uganda) of references thereby providing Rwanda Finance Ltd with the fresh business insights it needs to stay competitive and equipping investors, their legal and tax advisors with the competitive advantages of using the KIFC. RFL is looking for proposals from qualified international consulting firms for this business report.
Department issuing the request: Business Development Department
Place of assignment: Kigali-Rwanda
Duration of the assignment: 2-3 months (Year 2023)
Deadline for applications: 04th February 2023
Applications to be submitted to:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Contact number: +250788534810
About Rfl
Rwanda Finance Limited (RFL) is a company promoting and developing Rwanda as a leading financial destination for international investment and cross-border transactions in Africa.
Rwanda Finance Limited works with key stakeholders to develop and promote Kigali International Financial Centre through investment promotion, policy advocacy and sector upskilling. It also works to establish the regulatory framework for Kigali International Financial Centre to become a leading international financial centre.
Our Mission
To be the catalyst of a safe, compliant, and probusiness financial environment in Rwanda.
Our Vision
To become a preferred financial center for international investment in Africa.
Background
Rwanda aims to become a knowledge-based and a high-income country by 2050. To reach these goals, the country’s leadership has identified several pathways, including creating and positioning Rwanda as a leading international finance centre – termed “Kigali International Finance Centre” (KIFC).
To foster and promote a conducive probusiness financial environment in Rwanda, Rwanda Finance Ltd advocates for the highest regulatory standards, industry best practices, and the most attractive products and services to suit the needs of global investors and financial institutions.
Rwanda Finance Ltd does this through: (1) establishing fundamental legal/regulatory frameworks and tax incentives for the financial sector; (2) facilitating skills and capacity building reforms for the financial sector thereby enhancing sector outreach, performance and profitability; (3) marketing, promoting and positioning Rwanda as a leading investment destination; and (4) research and policy advocacy that informs local and international financial actors on emerging trends and investment opportunities in priority industries including but not limited to; fund and trust services, wealth management, capital markets, and fintech.
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Assignment Description:
The consulting firm’s main objectives will be to support Rwanda Finance to research, develop, and implement a technical guide to operate within KIFC. The consultant will use innovative and informed solutions and tools to meet the objective.
The consulting firm, “The Firm”, will work closely with the Business Development Department to gather factual information, statistical data, research findings, or any other form of information relevant to the course of the job. The consulting firm will present this information in a concise, recognizable, and appealing way to a wide array of financial stakeholders including public and private institutions in Rwanda, international financial institutions, International legal & tax experts, regional and international Investors.
Scope Of Work:
The services to be provided under the assignment include but are not limited to:
1. Business report: The Firm will provide Rwanda Finance Ltd with a comprehensive description of the topic, disseminating key qualitative and quantitative information for Rwanda and the other regional jurisdictions with respect to the subject of interest. The report will cover but will not be limited to: landscape, comparative analysis and trend analysis in line with international best practices to position Rwanda’s Financial Centre in regards to the research topic.
2. Content production and publication: The Firm will also lead efforts for the content production and/or update of the technical business reports and will ensure their quality. The Firm is expected to provide research, editorial, and creative direction for the Rwanda Finance Ltd business report; highlighting the policy reforms implemented to launch KIFC initiative and the way it is translating to ease of operation in Rwanda financial sector, as well as innovative ways to publish and disseminate the publications.
3. Stakeholder engagement: The Firm will develop research that aligns with KIFC priorities and will work with the Business Development Department to ensure the establishment of a relevant, timely, and coherent business report. This will involve stakeholder consultation and validation of the business report as defined by Rwanda Finance Ltd to ensure accuracy and applicability.
The report will be issued publicly for informational purposes. Therefore, it is important that the report is produced in plain language where possible and that conclusions are put in context, contain clear and relevant information ensuring they can be understood and related to by individuals and actors who may not work within financial services.
Approach
This consultancy will be conducted by the selected consulting firm to develop a business report over a period of three (3) months starting March 15th, 2023. . Rwanda Finance requires confirmation the firm will be able to produce this paper over the three (3) month period.
Proposals to be submitted must include the Technical Proposal and Cost Proposal and must be prepared as separate files for independent evaluation.
As such, Rwanda Finance Ltd invites eligible firms to provide detailed technical & financial proposals for implementing this assignment. These proposals must be prepared as separate files for independent evaluation and should showcase the firm’s professional capability in performing the services requested. Such information should include: work samples of similar assignments completed for promotional agencies or corporate clients, during the past five (5) years, experience of the firm, availability of appropriate qualifications and skills among the team, expected duration and profiles of the available team in carrying out this Assignment.
Technical Proposal
The Technical Proposal shall provide the following information:
1. Company Profile: A brief description of the company including its’ expertise and an outline of recent experience on assignments of a similar nature completed in the last three (3) years, including name of client and contacts.
2. Technical Approach: Consulting firms should detail their approach/methodology to fulfill the scope of work. The approach must clearly indicate how the proposed activities ensure that the research is conducted effectively and in line with stakeholder expectations. Make it clear what underlying data you consider essential and critical for the project to be completed. Rwanda Finance Ltd is happy to discuss and share already available information to manage expectations and will facilitate access to key local stakeholders upon request.
3. Team:
a. Consulting firms must include details of all personnel who will be assigned to the activities described in the scope of work, the specific technical value contributed by each member of the team as well as a clear management plan in narrative form for the development, review, and submission of all associated deliverables, including a milestone schedule.
b. CVs recently signed by the proposed team and the authorized representative submitting the proposal. Key information should include experience and level of responsibility held in various assignments during the last 3 years.
Financial Proposal
The Financial Proposal shall provide the following information:
• Consulting firms should provide a cost proposal providing itemized fees and level of effort for the team to complete the proposed activities under the scope of work defined above.
Reporting Line:
• The Consulting firm will report to the Chief Investment Officer of Rwanda Finance Limited.
Qualifications:
The assignment will be undertaken by a Firm that meets the following criteria:
1. Proven experience in writing technical business reports, with not less than 3 years’ experience working with corporate entities operating in Africa or investors and international organizations in Africa.
2. Proven capability and experience in building leading and forward-thinking report.
3. Proven experience in international finance and/or developing report around international financial services.
4. Strong work experience, knowledge and understanding of international financial centers.
5. Strong relationships with reputable international industry networks.
6. Excellent knowledge and understanding of global, regional, and local financial industry trends.
7. Excellent editorial and communication skills; fluency in English and French, keen on results-based management.
8. Working experience and knowledge of Rwanda and its economic development agenda is an added advantage.
Administrative Documents To Be Submitted:
- Letter of Interest addressed to the CEO, Rwanda Finance Ltd.
- Valid Tax Clearance Certificate (for local / regional bidders only).
- Notified copy of Certificate of Incorporation.
- Notified Power of Attorney, if the person signing is different from the one on the certificate of incorporation.
- Proof of solvency (for international bidders only).
- Notified copy of certificate of membership to a professional body, if any.
Proposal Evaluation:
The following criteria will be used for the evaluation of the bids:
Qualifications relevant to the assignment. 25%
Experience with the development and publication of industry report, memo or research/white papers as shown in work samples and understanding of TOR. 35%
Experience with development of memo or research publication/ white papers for international financial centers or investors. 25%
Language proficiency (English). 5%
Knowledge of the Rwanda and its economic development agenda. 10%
Consulting Firm’s Agreement With Terms And Conditions
The completion of all RFP requirements must be in accordance with the instructions contained in this RFP. Submission to RFL of the technical and cost proposals will constitute an offer and indicates the consulting firm’s agreement to the terms and conditions set forth in this RFP. RFL is not required to accept and/or evaluate proposals that do not conform to the instructions of this RFP and, in addition, RFL may reject all proposals and not make an award. RFL reserves the right to make an award without discussion and/or negotiation; however, RFL also reserves the right to conduct discussions and/or negotiations, which among other things may require the consulting firm to revise its proposal (technical and/or cost). By submitting an offer, consulting firms agree to comply with the general terms and conditions for an award, including Representations and Certifications compliance. Consulting firms must provide full, accurate, and complete information in response to this solicitation. By submitting an offer, consulting firms certify that they have not and will not attempt to bribe or make any payment to RFL employees in return for preference.
Issuance of this RFP in no way obligates RFL to render an award, nor does it commit RFL to pay any costs incurred by the consulting firm to prepare and submit a proposal. RFL reserves the right to award a contract to one organization or to issue multiple awards based on the results of our evaluation.
Title Of Assignment: “Operating within Kigali International Financial Centre Report, A Comprehensive Guide Report”, Consultancy services to develop a business report for Rwanda Finance Ltd.
Brief Description Of The Assignment
Rwanda Finance Ltd seeks to commission a business report covering the ease of operations within the Kigali International Financial Centre (KIFC). This report will highlight Rwanda’s business environment including the banking sector landscape, financial intermediaries, financial regulators’ licensing process (diversity/depth), company registration, immigration, operation costs, other relevant service providers, economic substance, and taxation among others. This report will serve to inform international and local investors with all facets of operating within the new KIFC. The report will also provide a high-level benchmark with other 2 regional centers (Kenya and Uganda) of references thereby providing Rwanda Finance Ltd with the fresh business insights it needs to stay competitive and equipping investors, their legal and tax advisors with the competitive advantages of using the KIFC. RFL is looking for proposals from qualified international consulting firms for this business report.
Department issuing the request: Business Development Department
Place of assignment: Kigali-Rwanda
Duration of the assignment: 2-3 months (Year 2023)
Deadline for applications: 04th February 2023
Applications to be submitted to:
Contact number: +250788534810
About Rfl
Rwanda Finance Limited (RFL) is a company promoting and developing Rwanda as a leading financial destination for international investment and cross-border transactions in Africa.
Rwanda Finance Limited works with key stakeholders to develop and promote Kigali International Financial Centre through investment promotion, policy advocacy and sector upskilling. It also works to establish the regulatory framework for Kigali International Financial Centre to become a leading international financial centre.
Our Mission
To be the catalyst of a safe, compliant, and probusiness financial environment in Rwanda.
Our Vision
To become a preferred financial center for international investment in Africa.
Background
Rwanda aims to become a knowledge-based and a high-income country by 2050. To reach these goals, the country’s leadership has identified several pathways, including creating and positioning Rwanda as a leading international finance centre – termed “Kigali International Finance Centre” (KIFC).
To foster and promote a conducive probusiness financial environment in Rwanda, Rwanda Finance Ltd advocates for the highest regulatory standards, industry best practices, and the most attractive products and services to suit the needs of global investors and financial institutions.
Rwanda Finance Ltd does this through: (1) establishing fundamental legal/regulatory frameworks and tax incentives for the financial sector; (2) facilitating skills and capacity building reforms for the financial sector thereby enhancing sector outreach, performance and profitability; (3) marketing, promoting and positioning Rwanda as a leading investment destination; and (4) research and policy advocacy that informs local and international financial actors on emerging trends and investment opportunities in priority industries including but not limited to; fund and trust services, wealth management, capital markets, and fintech.
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Assignment Description:
The consulting firm’s main objectives will be to support Rwanda Finance to research, develop, and implement a technical guide to operate within KIFC. The consultant will use innovative and informed solutions and tools to meet the objective.
The consulting firm, “The Firm”, will work closely with the Business Development Department to gather factual information, statistical data, research findings, or any other form of information relevant to the course of the job. The consulting firm will present this information in a concise, recognizable, and appealing way to a wide array of financial stakeholders including public and private institutions in Rwanda, international financial institutions, International legal & tax experts, regional and international Investors.
Scope Of Work:
The services to be provided under the assignment include but are not limited to:
1. Business report: The Firm will provide Rwanda Finance Ltd with a comprehensive description of the topic, disseminating key qualitative and quantitative information for Rwanda and the other regional jurisdictions with respect to the subject of interest. The report will cover but will not be limited to: landscape, comparative analysis and trend analysis in line with international best practices to position Rwanda’s Financial Centre in regards to the research topic.
2. Content production and publication: The Firm will also lead efforts for the content production and/or update of the technical business reports and will ensure their quality. The Firm is expected to provide research, editorial, and creative direction for the Rwanda Finance Ltd business report; highlighting the policy reforms implemented to launch KIFC initiative and the way it is translating to ease of operation in Rwanda financial sector, as well as innovative ways to publish and disseminate the publications.
3. Stakeholder engagement: The Firm will develop research that aligns with KIFC priorities and will work with the Business Development Department to ensure the establishment of a relevant, timely, and coherent business report. This will involve stakeholder consultation and validation of the business report as defined by Rwanda Finance Ltd to ensure accuracy and applicability.
The report will be issued publicly for informational purposes. Therefore, it is important that the report is produced in plain language where possible and that conclusions are put in context, contain clear and relevant information ensuring they can be understood and related to by individuals and actors who may not work within financial services.
Approach
This consultancy will be conducted by the selected consulting firm to develop a business report over a period of three (3) months starting March 15th, 2023. . Rwanda Finance requires confirmation the firm will be able to produce this paper over the three (3) month period.
Proposals to be submitted must include the Technical Proposal and Cost Proposal and must be prepared as separate files for independent evaluation.
As such, Rwanda Finance Ltd invites eligible firms to provide detailed technical & financial proposals for implementing this assignment. These proposals must be prepared as separate files for independent evaluation and should showcase the firm’s professional capability in performing the services requested. Such information should include: work samples of similar assignments completed for promotional agencies or corporate clients, during the past five (5) years, experience of the firm, availability of appropriate qualifications and skills among the team, expected duration and profiles of the available team in carrying out this Assignment.
Technical Proposal
The Technical Proposal shall provide the following information:
1. Company Profile: A brief description of the company including its’ expertise and an outline of recent experience on assignments of a similar nature completed in the last three (3) years, including name of client and contacts.
2. Technical Approach: Consulting firms should detail their approach/methodology to fulfill the scope of work. The approach must clearly indicate how the proposed activities ensure that the research is conducted effectively and in line with stakeholder expectations. Make it clear what underlying data you consider essential and critical for the project to be completed. Rwanda Finance Ltd is happy to discuss and share already available information to manage expectations and will facilitate access to key local stakeholders upon request.
3. Team:
a. Consulting firms must include details of all personnel who will be assigned to the activities described in the scope of work, the specific technical value contributed by each member of the team as well as a clear management plan in narrative form for the development, review, and submission of all associated deliverables, including a milestone schedule.
b. CVs recently signed by the proposed team and the authorized representative submitting the proposal. Key information should include experience and level of responsibility held in various assignments during the last 3 years.
Financial Proposal
The Financial Proposal shall provide the following information:
• Consulting firms should provide a cost proposal providing itemized fees and level of effort for the team to complete the proposed activities under the scope of work defined above.
Reporting Line:
• The Consulting firm will report to the Chief Investment Officer of Rwanda Finance Limited.
Qualifications:
The assignment will be undertaken by a Firm that meets the following criteria:
1. Proven experience in writing technical business reports, with not less than 3 years’ experience working with corporate entities operating in Africa or investors and international organizations in Africa.
2. Proven capability and experience in building leading and forward-thinking report.
3. Proven experience in international finance and/or developing report around international financial services.
4. Strong work experience, knowledge and understanding of international financial centers.
5. Strong relationships with reputable international industry networks.
6. Excellent knowledge and understanding of global, regional, and local financial industry trends.
7. Excellent editorial and communication skills; fluency in English and French, keen on results-based management.
8. Working experience and knowledge of Rwanda and its economic development agenda is an added advantage.
Administrative Documents To Be Submitted:
- Letter of Interest addressed to the CEO, Rwanda Finance Ltd.
- Valid Tax Clearance Certificate (for local / regional bidders only).
- Notified copy of Certificate of Incorporation.
- Notified Power of Attorney, if the person signing is different from the one on the certificate of incorporation.
- Proof of solvency (for international bidders only).
- Notified copy of certificate of membership to a professional body, if any.
Proposal Evaluation:
The following criteria will be used for the evaluation of the bids:
Qualifications relevant to the assignment. 25%
Experience with the development and publication of industry report, memo or research/white papers as shown in work samples and understanding of TOR. 35%
Experience with development of memo or research publication/ white papers for international financial centers or investors. 25%
Language proficiency (English). 5%
Knowledge of the Rwanda and its economic development agenda. 10%
Consulting Firm’s Agreement With Terms And Conditions
The completion of all RFP requirements must be in accordance with the instructions contained in this RFP. Submission to RFL of the technical and cost proposals will constitute an offer and indicates the consulting firm’s agreement to the terms and conditions set forth in this RFP. RFL is not required to accept and/or evaluate proposals that do not conform to the instructions of this RFP and, in addition, RFL may reject all proposals and not make an award. RFL reserves the right to make an award without discussion and/or negotiation; however, RFL also reserves the right to conduct discussions and/or negotiations, which among other things may require the consulting firm to revise its proposal (technical and/or cost). By submitting an offer, consulting firms agree to comply with the general terms and conditions for an award, including Representations and Certifications compliance. Consulting firms must provide full, accurate, and complete information in response to this solicitation. By submitting an offer, consulting firms certify that they have not and will not attempt to bribe or make any payment to RFL employees in return for preference.
Issuance of this RFP in no way obligates RFL to render an award, nor does it commit RFL to pay any costs incurred by the consulting firm to prepare and submit a proposal. RFL reserves the right to award a contract to one organization or to issue multiple awards based on the results of our evaluation.
Consultancy Opportunity: Upgrade Facility Electronic Medical Records (EMR) System
BACKGROUND
At IntraHealth, we are a global team of creative, committed humanitarians on a mission. We are advocates, technologists, health workers, and communicators. We are passionate and diverse; and are united in our belief that everyone everywhere should have the health care they need to thrive. That’s why we work every day to improve the performance of health workers around the world and strengthen the systems in which they work.
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The Ministry of Health (MOH) is collaborating with IntraHealth International through the USAID Ingobyi Activity on the health sector digitization agenda. IntraHealth is assisting in the development of an electronic medical records (EMR) system at the health center (HC) level, which will replace paper usage by facility health workers to improve data records and continuity of care for clients.
Are you an experienced and competent digital health consultant? This opportunity might be of interest to you. IntraHealth International is looking for a national consultant or a team of consultants to work with the USAID Ingobyi Activity and the MOH to develop and improve the health center Electronic Medical Record System.
USAID Ingobyi Activity is a five-year cooperative agreement to improve the quality of reproductive, maternal, newborn, and child health (RMNCH) and malaria services, in a sustainable manner with the goal of reducing infant and maternal mortality in Rwanda. The USAID Ingobyi Activity builds upon the tremendous gains Rwanda has made as well as previous USAID investments in the health sector. Ingobyi Activity aims to contribute to the reduction of infant and maternal mortality and the incidence of malaria in Rwanda. The Ingobyi Activity partners with the Government of Rwanda (GOR) to build on the country’s considerable achievements, guided by national health strategies, goals, objectives, and data.
PURPOSE OF THE CONSULTANCY
The general purpose of this assignment is to assist the Ministry of Health and USAID Ingobyi Activity/IntraHealth to upgrade the current health center EMR with key requirements in accordance with current standards and guidelines of key program services, particularly reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health (RMNCAH), and to improve patient registration, triage, billing, insurance and entire patient journey and experience with the health system. The assignment also includes to, integration of the system with the Health Information Exchange.
SCOPE OF WORK
The Ministry of Health has prioritized the use of digital health technologies to ensure the quality of care, universal health coverage, and equity across the health system. The Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system is one of the digital tools that will be used to digitalize workflows in health facilities, becoming one of MOH’s leading digital health tools. However, the process of creating and implementing an EMR system can be tedious and complicated.
The EMR upgrade is expected to automate HC services, which will improve the performance of health care providers at the HC level where primary health cre services are provided, improving the quality of consultations, service delivery, reporting, and data use. EMR is also expected to reduce the reporting burden on health centers.
SPECIFIC TASKS
The consultant or a team of consultants is expected to support the development and/or upgrade of the following modules in the current EMR system for health centers based on the updated service delivery guidelines and protocols:
Update registration module
Update triage module
Update outpatient department (OPD) module
Update integrated management of childhood illness (IMCI) form
Update GBV forms
Update maternal health forms
Update family planning forms
Update entire patient journey from registration to exist
DELIVERABLES
The consultant or team of consultants will be responsible for the following deliverables aligned to the tasks outlined above:
Inception report highlighting the purpose of the assignment, key tasks, implementation methods, deliverables, and timeline.
Upgraded EMR HC Package with updated forms as per the current patient Journey from registration to exit or discharge, ensuring the Maternal New Child Health forms are updated as per discussed details before contract signing.
Present the upgraded HC EMR system at a validation workshop with stakeholders.
LEVEL OF EFFORT AND TIMELINE
The estimated level of effort is 10 business days as outlined in the below table.
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Task
Estimated LOE
1
Update registration module
½ day
2
Update triage module
½ day
3
Update outpatient department module
½ day
4
Update integrated management of childhood illness (IMCI) form
2
5
Update GBV forms
1
6
Update maternal health forms
2
7
Update family planning forms
2
8
Update entire patient journey from registration to exist
1
9
Present upgraded HC EMR system to key stakeholders
½ day
Total estimated LOE
10 days
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
It is envisaged that the consultant or team of consultants selected to undertake this assignment will have the requisite combination of skills, expertise, and experience to carry out the tasks outlined above. The required qualifications, competencies, and skills are outlined below:
Minimum ten years of experience working on EMR is required.
OpenMRS development skills.
Strong J2EE and its related design technology skills (spring, hibernate, and maven).
Expert UI web Design using JSP, EL, JSTL, JavaScript, CSS, and HTML and Internationalization.
System administration using Linux.
Database design and implementation experience using RDBMS (MySQL/Postgres).
Data migration and synchronization.
Version Control (Git or bitbucket), bug tracking, and fixing
Excellent problem-solving/analysis skills.
Education and certifications:
Certification
Oracle Java certified professional, Java SE programmer.
Software development and implementation training.
Bachelor's degree in computer science.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications must be sent to the Chief of Party via email:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with “Facility EMR upgrade consultant” in the subject line. The deadline for submission of applications is January 8, 2023.
The application file should include:
Letter of interest and updated
At least three professional references with full names, phone numbers, and email
Technical proposal (3 pages maximum), including applicant’s understanding of the intended scope of work; and
Consultancy fee-daily
SELECTION CRITERIA
Selection criteria: Applications will be assessed on cost reasonableness (30%) and technical competence (70%).
Technical evaluation criteria/ 70 marks
Required training in computer engineering, computer science, information technology, information system, digital health or equivalent. (10 pts)
Relevant professional experience in the development, deployment and/or using digital health solutions, including HIS (10 pts)
Technical knowledge/expertise in developing and/or using EMR systems
(40 pts)
Skills and experience in health systems analysis and health systems strengthening (5 pts)
Clear Timeline (5pts)
IntraHealth International is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, and requires affirmative action to ensure equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment and consultancies.
Only applicants fulfilling the above requirements will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within one week from the submission deadline, consider your application unsuccessful.
BACKGROUND
At IntraHealth, we are a global team of creative, committed humanitarians on a mission. We are advocates, technologists, health workers, and communicators. We are passionate and diverse; and are united in our belief that everyone everywhere should have the health care they need to thrive. That’s why we work every day to improve the performance of health workers around the world and strengthen the systems in which they work.
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The Ministry of Health (MOH) is collaborating with IntraHealth International through the USAID Ingobyi Activity on the health sector digitization agenda. IntraHealth is assisting in the development of an electronic medical records (EMR) system at the health center (HC) level, which will replace paper usage by facility health workers to improve data records and continuity of care for clients.
Are you an experienced and competent digital health consultant? This opportunity might be of interest to you. IntraHealth International is looking for a national consultant or a team of consultants to work with the USAID Ingobyi Activity and the MOH to develop and improve the health center Electronic Medical Record System.
USAID Ingobyi Activity is a five-year cooperative agreement to improve the quality of reproductive, maternal, newborn, and child health (RMNCH) and malaria services, in a sustainable manner with the goal of reducing infant and maternal mortality in Rwanda. The USAID Ingobyi Activity builds upon the tremendous gains Rwanda has made as well as previous USAID investments in the health sector. Ingobyi Activity aims to contribute to the reduction of infant and maternal mortality and the incidence of malaria in Rwanda. The Ingobyi Activity partners with the Government of Rwanda (GOR) to build on the country’s considerable achievements, guided by national health strategies, goals, objectives, and data.
PURPOSE OF THE CONSULTANCY
The general purpose of this assignment is to assist the Ministry of Health and USAID Ingobyi Activity/IntraHealth to upgrade the current health center EMR with key requirements in accordance with current standards and guidelines of key program services, particularly reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health (RMNCAH), and to improve patient registration, triage, billing, insurance and entire patient journey and experience with the health system. The assignment also includes to, integration of the system with the Health Information Exchange.
SCOPE OF WORK
The Ministry of Health has prioritized the use of digital health technologies to ensure the quality of care, universal health coverage, and equity across the health system. The Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system is one of the digital tools that will be used to digitalize workflows in health facilities, becoming one of MOH’s leading digital health tools. However, the process of creating and implementing an EMR system can be tedious and complicated.
The EMR upgrade is expected to automate HC services, which will improve the performance of health care providers at the HC level where primary health cre services are provided, improving the quality of consultations, service delivery, reporting, and data use. EMR is also expected to reduce the reporting burden on health centers.
SPECIFIC TASKS
The consultant or a team of consultants is expected to support the development and/or upgrade of the following modules in the current EMR system for health centers based on the updated service delivery guidelines and protocols:
Update registration module
Update triage module
Update outpatient department (OPD) module
Update integrated management of childhood illness (IMCI) form
Update GBV forms
Update maternal health forms
Update family planning forms
Update entire patient journey from registration to exist
DELIVERABLES
The consultant or team of consultants will be responsible for the following deliverables aligned to the tasks outlined above:
Inception report highlighting the purpose of the assignment, key tasks, implementation methods, deliverables, and timeline.
Upgraded EMR HC Package with updated forms as per the current patient Journey from registration to exit or discharge, ensuring the Maternal New Child Health forms are updated as per discussed details before contract signing.
Present the upgraded HC EMR system at a validation workshop with stakeholders.
LEVEL OF EFFORT AND TIMELINE
The estimated level of effort is 10 business days as outlined in the below table.
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Task
Estimated LOE
1
Update registration module
½ day
2
Update triage module
½ day
3
Update outpatient department module
½ day
4
Update integrated management of childhood illness (IMCI) form
2
5
Update GBV forms
1
6
Update maternal health forms
2
7
Update family planning forms
2
8
Update entire patient journey from registration to exist
1
9
Present upgraded HC EMR system to key stakeholders
½ day
Total estimated LOE
10 days
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
It is envisaged that the consultant or team of consultants selected to undertake this assignment will have the requisite combination of skills, expertise, and experience to carry out the tasks outlined above. The required qualifications, competencies, and skills are outlined below:
Minimum ten years of experience working on EMR is required.
OpenMRS development skills.
Strong J2EE and its related design technology skills (spring, hibernate, and maven).
Expert UI web Design using JSP, EL, JSTL, JavaScript, CSS, and HTML and Internationalization.
System administration using Linux.
Database design and implementation experience using RDBMS (MySQL/Postgres).
Data migration and synchronization.
Version Control (Git or bitbucket), bug tracking, and fixing
Excellent problem-solving/analysis skills.
Education and certifications:
Certification
Oracle Java certified professional, Java SE programmer.
Software development and implementation training.
Bachelor's degree in computer science.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications must be sent to the Chief of Party via email:
The application file should include:
Letter of interest and updated
At least three professional references with full names, phone numbers, and email
Technical proposal (3 pages maximum), including applicant’s understanding of the intended scope of work; and
Consultancy fee-daily
SELECTION CRITERIA
Selection criteria: Applications will be assessed on cost reasonableness (30%) and technical competence (70%).
Technical evaluation criteria/ 70 marks
Required training in computer engineering, computer science, information technology, information system, digital health or equivalent. (10 pts)
Relevant professional experience in the development, deployment and/or using digital health solutions, including HIS (10 pts)
Technical knowledge/expertise in developing and/or using EMR systems
(40 pts)
Skills and experience in health systems analysis and health systems strengthening (5 pts)
Clear Timeline (5pts)
IntraHealth International is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, and requires affirmative action to ensure equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment and consultancies.
Only applicants fulfilling the above requirements will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within one week from the submission deadline, consider your application unsuccessful.