Deadline of this Job: 31 August 2022
Call for Expression of Interest for the Development of a Youth Digital Entrepreneurship Application
Background
Digitalization has transformed the world in almost every aspect of life throughout the last few decades. Access to the internet, the increase in number of people using mobile phones, and the advent of social media and other ICT services have changed the way people interact, communicate, learn, and work in almost every country. Digitalization is affecting all aspects of everyday life, including employment, decent job opportunities, as well as community and economic development.
Building an inclusive digital economy has long been a core economic development objective of the Government of Rwanda. The Government charts an ambitious course for achieving rapid digital transformation and has embraced the digital economy as a lever for accelerating growth, improving services delivery, and enabling more work opportunities for Rwandans, especially young Rwandans.
The National Strategy for Transformation (NST1) reinforces the willingness of the government of Rwanda to ensure digital literacy for all youth (16 to 30 years) by 2024 through the implementation of a national digital literacy program with the objective of achieving digital literacy of at least 60% among adults.
Despite the efforts of the government and its partners, rural youth still face challenges for digitization. To better understand the needs of rural youth in terms of digitization, CRS Rwanda conducted an assessment in May and June of 2022 which targeted the urban and rural young entrepreneurs. Of the 36 youth entrepreneurs consulted, almost half were young women. While there are some common challenges facing both urban and rural youth entrepreneurs such as access to finance, rural youth entrepreneurs faced additional challenges linked to lower levels of education and training, greater distances from markets and services including business development services.
Rural youth entrepreneurs displayed lower levels of business and financial knowledge and expressed frustration at not being able to use technology, especially social media, to market their goods and services. Youth entrepreneurs also complained about the lack of access to timely business development services and financial service information in Kinyarwanda, as well as the difficulty of understanding and recording financial transactions.
Youth for Youth (Y4Y) – East African Digital Entrepreneurship project is an initiative funded by Catholic Relief Services (CRS) and implemented in collaboration with the Government of Rwanda through MINICT and MYCULTURE and Caritas Rwanda. This initiative (2022-2025) aims at promoting the digital solutions for the most pressing problems faced by young Rwandans living in rural areas.
Thus, the consortium partners as well as the young people consulted believe that a digital application will be one of the solutions adapted to help young rural Rwandan entrepreneurs. The consortium partners would like to launch an open challenge for individuals or groups of young Rwandans to develop a digital application that will address the main issues of young entrepreneurs especially from rural settings.
Problem To Be Addressed By This Challenge
In the context of better understand the issues that threaten young people, especially those in rural areas, regarding digitization and entrepreneurship, in May and June 2022, CRS Rwanda conducted a rapid qualitative needs analysis. CRS conducted Focus Groups Discussions with young entrepreneurs from two districts of Rwanda (Gasabo and Nyarugenge) and young entrepreneurs from one rural district (Nyamagabe). After this needs assessment, CRS organized a 3-days workshop with stakeholders including ministries, youth-serving organizations, and youth representatives. During this meeting, participants discussed issues identified in the CRS analysis, proposed improvements, and discussed possible solutions. After putting together, the identified issues, CRS organized a one-day meeting that brought together youth entrepreneurs from Rubavu, Nyabihu, Gisagara, Huye and Nyamagabe districts with the main aim of proving the issues affecting rural young entrepreneurs.
Lack of appropriate business management tools, inadequate business management skills and inaccessibility to the information in Kinyarwanda that can enable rural Rwandan young entrepreneurs to enjoy profitable and sustainable business, these are the main issues that this challenge intends to address through the provision of easy-accessible and -easy-usable digital solutions.
Objectives Of The Challenge
The Y4Y consortium partners are launching a Challenge Funds to attract youth entrepreneurs/youth-led startups to competitions to create digital solutions for young entrepreneurs.
The main objective of this challenge is to produce a youth friendly single smartphone-based digital solution in two languages (Kinyarwanda and English) to facilitate the young entrepreneurs in business bookkeeping, accessing necessary business-related information and accessing microlearning for boosting and improving the business.
The specific objectives of this challenges are:
• Promote digital solutions to common problems (stated above) for young Rwandan entrepreneurs both in urban and rural settings
• Support talented ICT young people to showcase their talents and then make valuable and profitable contributions through the competition
• Complement the GoR to spread digitization among young people, namely entrepreneurs, especially in last-mile settings
Deliverables
Y4Y will subsidize the best applicant for developing, testing, piloting, and updating the digital application for a period of one year. After this period, the hosting agency, in collaboration with Youth for Youth,will establish an affordable price which will continue to be paid by the users for accessing the application.
The expected deliverables from this competition are:
Development of a Youth friendly Digital Platform
• Assess the existing digital applications for bookkeeping, information sharing and microlearning that can serve as reference to avoid duplication
• Being both smartphone and computer-based application that can be accessed off-line and synchronize data once connected on Internet.
• An application that hosts maximum and easy-accessible and evolving platforms for business bookkeeping, accessing important business-related information and easy-accessed microlearning for young entrepreneurs
• An ease-of-use application with possibility to select the preferable langue (Kinyarwanda and English)
Testing the application
• The selected winner with test the application on the young entrepreneurship in both urban and rural settings
• Review the application based on the feedback and finding from the testing
• Share the findings with the consortium partners
Piloting the application
• Train the community-based facilitators (Private Services Providers – PSP and Digital Ambassadors) who will popularize the digital application
• Provide a regular support to the community-based facilitators as needed
• facilitate workshop of consortium partners to discuss and review the digital application
• Conduct monitoring and evaluation
• Share the progress with the consortium partners
Required Expertise And Abilities
Interested contestants must fulfill the following requirements:
• Being a national registered company or individual taxpayer
• Technical Leads must be between 18 and 30 years of age
• Strong understanding of IT system development lifecycle, systems engineering, and systems integration implementation process
• Prove experience in youth entrepreneurship development (business canvas, bookkeeping, marketing, customer relationship, etc.)
• Strong ability to understand how a particular solution fits into the overall client needs
• Systems implementation skills include requirements/process analysis, conceptual and detailed design, configuration, and troubleshooting
• Completion of assignments of similar nature and magnitude: candidates must submit at least two evidence of the works they completed.
• Candidates with existing/functional equivalent products are eligible to apply provided they can modify/tweak solutions to fit project objectives.
• Excellent proficiency of Kinyarwanda and English, both written and spoken.
Key Dates And Deadlines
The interested bidders must refer to the following dates and deadlines
• On the 19th of August, a briefing meeting will be organized to provide all necessary clarifications and respond to the questions of the interested bidders. This meeting will take place from 10:00 am to 11:30 am at GIZ Digital Transformation Center in Kacyiru at the Career Center Building on the 7th Floor.
• The interested bidders will have from the August 19th to 31, 2022 to prepare their proposal.
• The technical selection of three finalists will be done before September 5, 2022.
• The financial evaluation to determine the winner and two runners up will be completed before September 9th, 2022, and they will be notified before the same deadline.
• Contracting with the winners following CRS processes will be completed before September 20, 2022.
• A Demo Day for the winner and the runners up which will be attended by senior officials and key stakeholders will be organized between September 26-30, 2022.
After this Demo Day, the winners will follow below timeline to implement the terms agreed in the contract:
Activities & Deliverables Oct-22 Nov-22 Dec-22 Jan-23 Feb-23 Mar-23 Apr-23 May-23 Jun-23 Jul-23 Aug-23 Sep-23
Review existing digital business application
Develop the digital application
Testing the digital application
Train the community-based facilitators (PSPs and Digital Ambassadors) on the application
Piloting the digital application
Expending the digital application to the youth entrepreneurs
Evaluation of Administrative and Technical/Prototype proposals
Following the briefing meeting performed with potential candidates on the first step, the first administrative evaluation of submitted proposals will be based on the following requirements:
• RDB company registration certificate
• Proof of Tax Clearance Certificate (RRA)
• ICT chamber profiling mark
• Proof of required experiences in IT and Youth Entrepreneurship training: Diversified team composition and business skills and proven skills in software engineering
• Technical proposal (prototype or script)
• Financial proposal in local currency
Only the candidates who will be selected at the first stage of administrative evaluation will be invited to present their prototype of the solution in front of the selection committee. This second stage evaluation will be based on:
• Understanding of the youth problems and the adequate solutions
• The content of the prototype: easiness and completeness of business bookkeeping, access to information and microlearning
• Interface Design: Look & Feel of the interface and easy to browse; - Technology Stuck: This refers to a set of technologies (programming languages or frameworks) used to develop a particular computer system or solution. –
• Implementation Plan/Schedule or Roll-out Plan
• Sustainability Plan (Support & Maintenance)
• Candidates will be ranked in respect to their score out of 100
Submission Procedure
Qualified bidders are requested to submit their applications toThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with the subject line: Application for Y4Y challenge not later than August 31, 2022, at 6.00 PM Kigali time
All bidders are advised that this tender does not constitute in any way a commitment on the part of CRS or its agents, for any service requested.
Done at Kigali, August 12, 2022
Jude Marie Banatte
Country Representative
AIPD’s training programmes are designed to bridge the skills gap between the academia and the industry, hence a co-creation approach is used and brings on board industry experts and academicians in the design process. The blended approach is used in training delivery and skills are provided in a more practical way to ensure that learners apply the skills they gain to contribute to the growth of their industry of interest. Our focus is currently in the areas of projects’ impact evaluation, Economics and financial service, and applied statistics and data management.
Our Mission
To bridge the skills gap between academia and industry and unlock the employability potentials for African professionals by co-designing and delivering specialized professional development training.
Our Vision
Becoming a go-to institution for professional and employability development needs, and human capacity enhancement for sustainable socio-economic development in Africa.
Our Vision
Becoming a go-to institution for professional and employability development needs, and human capacity enhancement for sustainable socio-economic development in Africa.
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Sector
Demography and data analysis, Economics, Education, Environmental
Introduction
The three modules of this certificate programme will introduce course participants to the application of econometrics to ecosystem service, natural capital and natural resources management. It will present topics in an intuitive and practical way that will allow participants to apply what they have learnt in their carriers. Python and InVEST models will be introduced and used for data and economic analysis. Course participants will receive certificates after the completion of each module and a certificate after completing all three modules.
Module I: Introduction to Python, Data Analysis, and Econometrics
Module Description:This module will introduce course participants to using Python for econometrics and data analysis. It will review basic topics in statistics, probability, and regression and then proceed to using Python for exploratory data analysis, linear regression, and hypothesis testing. After completing this course, the course participants will have a basic proficiency in using Python for data analysis, statistics, and econometrics. The module will be conducted over a period of six weeks meeting six hours per week.
Module II: Geospatial Analysis and InVEST
Module Description: This module will cover the concept of ecosystem services and their valuation. Course participants will learn basic spatial data analysis and how to use the program InVEST. The module will be conducted over a period of seven weeks meeting six hours per week.
Module III: Environmental Econometrics: Ecosystem Service Valuation and Natural Resource Management.
Course Description: This module will introduce course particpants to the concepts of environmental econometrics, ecosystem services and natural capital monetization, multi-criteria analysis, and linear programming. After completing this course participants will have practical understanding of how to apply python to the valuation of ecosystem services and natural resource management. The module will be conducted over a period of four weeks meeting six hours per week.
Why should you attend this professional course?
Attending this professional course will help you to achieve the following:
• Understand Python for Data Analysis and Environmental Econometrics
• Applied and understanding the natural capital, ecosystem services, and environmental economics
• Ecosystem Service Valuation with Python and InVEST
• Multi-Criteria Analysis for alternative valuation and stakeholder input
• Linear programming for natural resource management
Who is this professional course for?
Attending this professional course is very beneficial to:
• Field-based practitioners/ MEL officers in community development organizations
• Early-career academicians
• Graduate students
• Advanced undergraduate students
Professional Course Methodology:
Knowledge will be delivered using mixed methods including lectures, group discussions, and practical activities. Morning sessions will be devoted to lectures on key knowledge and skills related to qualitative research, enhanced by engaging group discussions and breakout activities. Practical activities will take place in the afternoon, guided by an inquiry-based approach that will encourage participants to apply new knowledge and skills to research topics relevant to their interests.
Application process:
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply here through this link
From: 22ND AUGUST 2022
Venue: CIDRA OFFICES
Fees for one module: 500,000 RWF
Fees for three modules: 1,200,000 RWF
Application is open until: 22ND AUGUST 2022
The registration fee will be paid on CIDRA’s bank account: 00042-06935494-01 (Bank of Kigali) – Bank Account name: Center for Integrated Development, Research, and Action (CIDRA)
Sinapis trains entrepreneurs on how to scale their businesses while also making a social and spiritual impact in their community. Our mission is to make disciples and alleviate poverty through the power of entrepreneurship. We do these through the Aspire Launchpad program in Rwanda.
Sinapis Aspire Launchpad is a 9-week training program for idea stage entrepreneurs in Kenya that helps entrepreneurs build a scalable business model while integrating their faith into the business. Classes are on Saturdays for 4 hours. Aspire’s training is developed in partnership with Co.Starters. It is a discussion-based course where entrepreneurs refine their ideas while engaging each other.
Business Training for Entrepreneurs, Future Entrepreneurs, and Consultants (ASPIRE PROGRAM)
Sinapis is an international non-profit organization and a global community blending intensive training with faith-based principles and access to capital. Entrepreneurs learn how to scale their businesses while also making a social & spiritual impact in their community. Did you know that 46% of Sinapis Aspire Launchpad alumni reported at the end of our program that they knew where to go to get the additional help they needed? 76% of our alumni are still in business 3 years after training. We can help you start and grow a successful business this season.
Aspire is a 9-week entrepreneurship program for idea-stage and early-stage entrepreneurs in Rwanda who is looking to build scalable businesses while integrating their faith into their business.
This program is for you if you are:
• Employed but looking for a side-hustle/extra source of income
• A student leaving campus and wants to go into entrepreneurship
• Transitioning from employment into entrepreneurship
• Looking to finally convert your idea into a business
• Wants to create sustainable and impactful business
• Whose business provides added value to their products/services.
• Has a sparkling motivation to expand the business
By the end of the program, you’ll be able to:
• Have a better understanding of who you are as an individual & business owner
• Refine your business idea & gain the clarity to tackle the next steps
• Establish the right structures for your business
• Get access to executive mentorship, coaching, potential investment & more Advanced hands-on training to develop key skills necessary for every visionary entrepreneur.
• The opportunity to network and collaborate with fellow entrepreneurs from our alumni in EAC and abroad
• Get an international recognized business certificate accredited by CO. Starters USA
Limited spaces are available for the class so kindly apply early.
Program details
Start date: Saturday 10 September 2022
Venue: Centre Saint Paul Hotel Kigali
Duration: 9 Saturdays (Only every Saturday morning 09:00-12:30)
Cost: 63,000 RWF (Payable in up to 9 installments of 7,000 RWF each. The full fee can also be paid at once)
Application link
To find out more about what to expect in the program, you can watch one of our alumni speak about it here – https://youtu.be/CR_Ynkr8JeY
For more information, emailThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , visit https://sinapis.org/ or contact us at +250 788 277 987 / 0788595657
Call for Expression of Interest for the Development of a Youth Digital Entrepreneurship Application
Background
Digitalization has transformed the world in almost every aspect of life throughout the last few decades. Access to the internet, the increase in number of people using mobile phones, and the advent of social media and other ICT services have changed the way people interact, communicate, learn, and work in almost every country. Digitalization is affecting all aspects of everyday life, including employment, decent job opportunities, as well as community and economic development.
Building an inclusive digital economy has long been a core economic development objective of the Government of Rwanda. The Government charts an ambitious course for achieving rapid digital transformation and has embraced the digital economy as a lever for accelerating growth, improving services delivery, and enabling more work opportunities for Rwandans, especially young Rwandans.
The National Strategy for Transformation (NST1) reinforces the willingness of the government of Rwanda to ensure digital literacy for all youth (16 to 30 years) by 2024 through the implementation of a national digital literacy program with the objective of achieving digital literacy of at least 60% among adults.
Despite the efforts of the government and its partners, rural youth still face challenges for digitization. To better understand the needs of rural youth in terms of digitization, CRS Rwanda conducted an assessment in May and June of 2022 which targeted the urban and rural young entrepreneurs. Of the 36 youth entrepreneurs consulted, almost half were young women. While there are some common challenges facing both urban and rural youth entrepreneurs such as access to finance, rural youth entrepreneurs faced additional challenges linked to lower levels of education and training, greater distances from markets and services including business development services.
Rural youth entrepreneurs displayed lower levels of business and financial knowledge and expressed frustration at not being able to use technology, especially social media, to market their goods and services. Youth entrepreneurs also complained about the lack of access to timely business development services and financial service information in Kinyarwanda, as well as the difficulty of understanding and recording financial transactions.
Youth for Youth (Y4Y) – East African Digital Entrepreneurship project is an initiative funded by Catholic Relief Services (CRS) and implemented in collaboration with the Government of Rwanda through MINICT and MYCULTURE and Caritas Rwanda. This initiative (2022-2025) aims at promoting the digital solutions for the most pressing problems faced by young Rwandans living in rural areas.
Thus, the consortium partners as well as the young people consulted believe that a digital application will be one of the solutions adapted to help young rural Rwandan entrepreneurs. The consortium partners would like to launch an open challenge for individuals or groups of young Rwandans to develop a digital application that will address the main issues of young entrepreneurs especially from rural settings.
Problem To Be Addressed By This Challenge
In the context of better understand the issues that threaten young people, especially those in rural areas, regarding digitization and entrepreneurship, in May and June 2022, CRS Rwanda conducted a rapid qualitative needs analysis. CRS conducted Focus Groups Discussions with young entrepreneurs from two districts of Rwanda (Gasabo and Nyarugenge) and young entrepreneurs from one rural district (Nyamagabe). After this needs assessment, CRS organized a 3-days workshop with stakeholders including ministries, youth-serving organizations, and youth representatives. During this meeting, participants discussed issues identified in the CRS analysis, proposed improvements, and discussed possible solutions. After putting together, the identified issues, CRS organized a one-day meeting that brought together youth entrepreneurs from Rubavu, Nyabihu, Gisagara, Huye and Nyamagabe districts with the main aim of proving the issues affecting rural young entrepreneurs.
Lack of appropriate business management tools, inadequate business management skills and inaccessibility to the information in Kinyarwanda that can enable rural Rwandan young entrepreneurs to enjoy profitable and sustainable business, these are the main issues that this challenge intends to address through the provision of easy-accessible and -easy-usable digital solutions.
Objectives Of The Challenge
The Y4Y consortium partners are launching a Challenge Funds to attract youth entrepreneurs/youth-led startups to competitions to create digital solutions for young entrepreneurs.
The main objective of this challenge is to produce a youth friendly single smartphone-based digital solution in two languages (Kinyarwanda and English) to facilitate the young entrepreneurs in business bookkeeping, accessing necessary business-related information and accessing microlearning for boosting and improving the business.
The specific objectives of this challenges are:
• Promote digital solutions to common problems (stated above) for young Rwandan entrepreneurs both in urban and rural settings
• Support talented ICT young people to showcase their talents and then make valuable and profitable contributions through the competition
• Complement the GoR to spread digitization among young people, namely entrepreneurs, especially in last-mile settings
Deliverables
Y4Y will subsidize the best applicant for developing, testing, piloting, and updating the digital application for a period of one year. After this period, the hosting agency, in collaboration with Youth for Youth,will establish an affordable price which will continue to be paid by the users for accessing the application.
The expected deliverables from this competition are:
Development of a Youth friendly Digital Platform
• Assess the existing digital applications for bookkeeping, information sharing and microlearning that can serve as reference to avoid duplication
• Being both smartphone and computer-based application that can be accessed off-line and synchronize data once connected on Internet.
• An application that hosts maximum and easy-accessible and evolving platforms for business bookkeeping, accessing important business-related information and easy-accessed microlearning for young entrepreneurs
• An ease-of-use application with possibility to select the preferable langue (Kinyarwanda and English)
Testing the application
• The selected winner with test the application on the young entrepreneurship in both urban and rural settings
• Review the application based on the feedback and finding from the testing
• Share the findings with the consortium partners
Piloting the application
• Train the community-based facilitators (Private Services Providers – PSP and Digital Ambassadors) who will popularize the digital application
• Provide a regular support to the community-based facilitators as needed
• facilitate workshop of consortium partners to discuss and review the digital application
• Conduct monitoring and evaluation
• Share the progress with the consortium partners
Required Expertise And Abilities
Interested contestants must fulfill the following requirements:
• Being a national registered company or individual taxpayer
• Technical Leads must be between 18 and 30 years of age
• Strong understanding of IT system development lifecycle, systems engineering, and systems integration implementation process
• Prove experience in youth entrepreneurship development (business canvas, bookkeeping, marketing, customer relationship, etc.)
• Strong ability to understand how a particular solution fits into the overall client needs
• Systems implementation skills include requirements/process analysis, conceptual and detailed design, configuration, and troubleshooting
• Completion of assignments of similar nature and magnitude: candidates must submit at least two evidence of the works they completed.
• Candidates with existing/functional equivalent products are eligible to apply provided they can modify/tweak solutions to fit project objectives.
• Excellent proficiency of Kinyarwanda and English, both written and spoken.
Key Dates And Deadlines
The interested bidders must refer to the following dates and deadlines
• On the 19th of August, a briefing meeting will be organized to provide all necessary clarifications and respond to the questions of the interested bidders. This meeting will take place from 10:00 am to 11:30 am at GIZ Digital Transformation Center in Kacyiru at the Career Center Building on the 7th Floor.
• The interested bidders will have from the August 19th to 31, 2022 to prepare their proposal.
• The technical selection of three finalists will be done before September 5, 2022.
• The financial evaluation to determine the winner and two runners up will be completed before September 9th, 2022, and they will be notified before the same deadline.
• Contracting with the winners following CRS processes will be completed before September 20, 2022.
• A Demo Day for the winner and the runners up which will be attended by senior officials and key stakeholders will be organized between September 26-30, 2022.
After this Demo Day, the winners will follow below timeline to implement the terms agreed in the contract:
Activities & Deliverables Oct-22 Nov-22 Dec-22 Jan-23 Feb-23 Mar-23 Apr-23 May-23 Jun-23 Jul-23 Aug-23 Sep-23
Review existing digital business application
Develop the digital application
Testing the digital application
Train the community-based facilitators (PSPs and Digital Ambassadors) on the application
Piloting the digital application
Expending the digital application to the youth entrepreneurs
Evaluation of Administrative and Technical/Prototype proposals
Following the briefing meeting performed with potential candidates on the first step, the first administrative evaluation of submitted proposals will be based on the following requirements:
• RDB company registration certificate
• Proof of Tax Clearance Certificate (RRA)
• ICT chamber profiling mark
• Proof of required experiences in IT and Youth Entrepreneurship training: Diversified team composition and business skills and proven skills in software engineering
• Technical proposal (prototype or script)
• Financial proposal in local currency
Only the candidates who will be selected at the first stage of administrative evaluation will be invited to present their prototype of the solution in front of the selection committee. This second stage evaluation will be based on:
• Understanding of the youth problems and the adequate solutions
• The content of the prototype: easiness and completeness of business bookkeeping, access to information and microlearning
• Interface Design: Look & Feel of the interface and easy to browse; - Technology Stuck: This refers to a set of technologies (programming languages or frameworks) used to develop a particular computer system or solution. –
• Implementation Plan/Schedule or Roll-out Plan
• Sustainability Plan (Support & Maintenance)
• Candidates will be ranked in respect to their score out of 100
Submission Procedure
Qualified bidders are requested to submit their applications to
All bidders are advised that this tender does not constitute in any way a commitment on the part of CRS or its agents, for any service requested.
Done at Kigali, August 12, 2022
Jude Marie Banatte
Country Representative
Deadline of this Job: 22 August 2022
Call for application to attend the Applied Environmental Econometrics: Natural Capital, Ecosystem service Valuation, and Natural Resource Management Professional Course scheduled on WEEK OF AUGUST 22ND, 2022 AIPD’s training programmes are designed to bridge the skills gap between the academia and the industry, hence a co-creation approach is used and brings on board industry experts and academicians in the design process. The blended approach is used in training delivery and skills are provided in a more practical way to ensure that learners apply the skills they gain to contribute to the growth of their industry of interest. Our focus is currently in the areas of projects’ impact evaluation, Economics and financial service, and applied statistics and data management.
Our Mission
To bridge the skills gap between academia and industry and unlock the employability potentials for African professionals by co-designing and delivering specialized professional development training.
Our Vision
Becoming a go-to institution for professional and employability development needs, and human capacity enhancement for sustainable socio-economic development in Africa.
Our Vision
Becoming a go-to institution for professional and employability development needs, and human capacity enhancement for sustainable socio-economic development in Africa.
Read More
Sector
Demography and data analysis, Economics, Education, Environmental
Introduction
The three modules of this certificate programme will introduce course participants to the application of econometrics to ecosystem service, natural capital and natural resources management. It will present topics in an intuitive and practical way that will allow participants to apply what they have learnt in their carriers. Python and InVEST models will be introduced and used for data and economic analysis. Course participants will receive certificates after the completion of each module and a certificate after completing all three modules.
Module I: Introduction to Python, Data Analysis, and Econometrics
Module Description:This module will introduce course participants to using Python for econometrics and data analysis. It will review basic topics in statistics, probability, and regression and then proceed to using Python for exploratory data analysis, linear regression, and hypothesis testing. After completing this course, the course participants will have a basic proficiency in using Python for data analysis, statistics, and econometrics. The module will be conducted over a period of six weeks meeting six hours per week.
Module II: Geospatial Analysis and InVEST
Module Description: This module will cover the concept of ecosystem services and their valuation. Course participants will learn basic spatial data analysis and how to use the program InVEST. The module will be conducted over a period of seven weeks meeting six hours per week.
Module III: Environmental Econometrics: Ecosystem Service Valuation and Natural Resource Management.
Course Description: This module will introduce course particpants to the concepts of environmental econometrics, ecosystem services and natural capital monetization, multi-criteria analysis, and linear programming. After completing this course participants will have practical understanding of how to apply python to the valuation of ecosystem services and natural resource management. The module will be conducted over a period of four weeks meeting six hours per week.
Why should you attend this professional course?
Attending this professional course will help you to achieve the following:
• Understand Python for Data Analysis and Environmental Econometrics
• Applied and understanding the natural capital, ecosystem services, and environmental economics
• Ecosystem Service Valuation with Python and InVEST
• Multi-Criteria Analysis for alternative valuation and stakeholder input
• Linear programming for natural resource management
Who is this professional course for?
Attending this professional course is very beneficial to:
• Field-based practitioners/ MEL officers in community development organizations
• Early-career academicians
• Graduate students
• Advanced undergraduate students
Professional Course Methodology:
Knowledge will be delivered using mixed methods including lectures, group discussions, and practical activities. Morning sessions will be devoted to lectures on key knowledge and skills related to qualitative research, enhanced by engaging group discussions and breakout activities. Practical activities will take place in the afternoon, guided by an inquiry-based approach that will encourage participants to apply new knowledge and skills to research topics relevant to their interests.
Application process:
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply here through this link
From: 22ND AUGUST 2022
Venue: CIDRA OFFICES
Fees for one module: 500,000 RWF
Fees for three modules: 1,200,000 RWF
Application is open until: 22ND AUGUST 2022
The registration fee will be paid on CIDRA’s bank account: 00042-06935494-01 (Bank of Kigali) – Bank Account name: Center for Integrated Development, Research, and Action (CIDRA)
Deadline of this Job: 11 August 2022
Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Supply of TVET Kits Welding Kits
RFQ Title: Supply of TVET Kits – Welding Kits
RFQ number: RFQ/2022/08-2
Date of Solicitation: August 12, 2022
Submission Date and time: August 17, 2022, 5:00PM toThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Estimated Delivery/ Performance Date: August 22, 2022 – August 24, 2022, at 5 PM.
A.Introduction
Pact is an International NGO with offices throughout the world with a mission to enable systematic solutions that allow those who are poor and marginalized to earn a dignified living, be healthy and take part in the benefits that nature provides. Pact accomplishes this by strengthening local capacity, forging effective governance systems and transforming markets into a force for development.
ACHIEVE project is a five-year, USAID-funded global project to reach and sustain HIV epidemic control among pregnant and breastfeeding women, adolescents, infants, and children.
ACHIEVE’s activities in Rwanda aim to reduce vulnerability and HIV incidence among orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) and Adolescent Girls and Young Women (AGYW), contributing to HIV epidemic control. ACHIEVE program provides support to improve the health and wellbeing of OVC and their families as related to the risk of HIV and violence. ACHIEVE also supports DREAMS (Determined, Resilient, Empowered, AIDS-free, Mentored and Safe) programming to empower AGYW to reduce their risk of HIV, sexual violence, and to become more economically independent and resilient. Across these objectives, ACHIEVE integrates capacity development (CD) approaches so that local partners, health providers, communities, and beneficiaries can manage and sustain OVC and DREAMS activities.
Implementation of ACHIEVE project activities in Rwanda is technically coordinated by Pact, Jhpiego and Wi-HER, while service delivery is implemented by two local partners –DUHAMIC-ADRI in Huye and Nyarugenge districts, and YWCA Rwanda in Kayonza and Kicukiro districts. It is in this line that ACHIEVE is planning to support out-of-school OVC and AGYW with Technical and Vocational Education Training (TVET) scholarships and start-up kits as an opportunity to acquire and apply new skills/knowledge which should lead to self-employment and productive income generating activity. By providing TVET training and start-up kits, the beneficiaries and their entire families will have improved prospects for generating income and achieving financial stability, ultimately helping to reduce risk-taking behaviors among AGYW and OVC beneficiaries.
B.Requirement/ Technical Specifications
Please submit your quotation for supply and delivery of the listed items below. Your quotation should be in the template attached as Annex 1 (Vendor submission template).
WELDING KIT-10 Individuals
# Item Specifications Presentation Quantity per Person Total
1 Welding Mask Auto darkening welding
grinding helmet PC 1 10
2 Angle Grinder Corded 4-1/2 In. 7 Amp Angle
Grinder With Tool-Free Guard PC 1 10
3 Hand Drill
Machine Hand Drill Machine, 200w PC 1 10
4 Pliers 8''/200mm Long Nose Cutting
Pliers PC 1 10
5 screw drivers 11.8 x 4 x 1 inches PC 1 10
6 Chipping
Hammer Chipping hammer 500g PC 1 10
Please take note of the following requirements and conditions pertaining to the supply of the above-mentioned supplies:
All documentations, including
catalogs, instructions and
operating manuals, shall be
in this language English
Latest Expected Delivery Date and Time (If delivery time exceeds this, quote may be rejected by Pact) August 22, 2022 – August 24, 2022
(3 days after issuance of Purchase Order)
Exact Address(es) of Delivery Location(s) Pact Rwanda Office,
KN 78 street, 2
Downtown, Chadel Building, 1st Floor
Kigali Rwanda
Packing Requirements The items will be packed in a way that protect them from any damage during the transportation to the end users.
Submission of Sample The selected vendor will provide samples to Pact Rwanda before the procurement is finalized.
Administrative Requirements Vendor to provide the following as part of their submission:
• Business registration certificate
• Valid tax clearance certificate
• VAT registration certificate
• Valid social security fund clearance certificate
C.Eligibility
In order to be considered for award, Vendors must be currently legally operating in Rwanda and the quotation must include all of the following information:
• Ability to meet or exceed the Requirements/Technical Specifications outlined in Section B;
• Ability to deliver the items/services specified in Section B no later than the date(s) required.
D.Submission Instructions
The following information to be included by vendor in quotation:
1 A completed copy of the coversheet attached to this RFQ
2 Quoted price in for each item specified in Rwandan Francs. This price should be all inclusive of warranty, delivery, and taxes if applicable
3 Validity period of offer (Offer should be valid for at least 60 days).
4 Credit Payment Term: Pact is preferable payment with 1-month credit, after delivery of goods.
5 Indicate of delivery duration weeks to supply and delivery of goods after PO issue.
6 Your quotation must be on official letter head with authorized signature and stamp.
7 Specifications of the products offered in Section C fully addressed.
8 Warranty and information for product can be included as attachments to Attachment 1, the coversheet.
Electronic submissions must be received at the address specified below by August 17, 2022, 5:00 PM, Rwanda Standard Time and please make sure that the submission is titled with the exact same solicitation number stated above.
Submissions must be forwarded in electronic format only (either PDF or Microsoft Word and Excel) toThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . Quotations should not contain any unnecessary promotional material or elaborate presentation formats (black and white is preferred). Vendors must not submit zipped files. Those pages requiring original manual signatures should be scanned and sent in PDF format as an email attachment. Please reference the RFQ Number and RFQ Name in the e-mail subject line.
• Quotes must contain a completed quote cover sheet (Attachment 1)
• Proposals submitted through hard copy will not be considered.
• Quotations received after that time or at a different address may not be accepted
• All quotations and delivery dates shall be valid for a period of sixty 60 days following the submission due date mentioned above.
E. Evaluation Criteria
Pact will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible vendor whose quote will be best value for Pact, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers:
• Administrative requirements
• Technical capability of the item offered to meet the Pact’s requirements. (specifications)
•
• Past performance referees (At least two completion certificates for having supplied similar items to other organizations)
• Delivery terms.
F.Terms and Conditions
A.Disclaimers
• Pact reserves the right to modify by written notice the terms of this solicitation at any time in its sole discretion. Pact may cancel the solicitation at any time
• Pact may reject any or all proposals received.
• Issuance of solicitation does not constitute award commitment by Pact.
• Pact reserves the right to disqualify any quotation based on vendor’s failure to follow solicitation instructions.
• Pact will not compensate Vendors for their response to the solicitation.
• Pact reserves the right to issue an award based on initial evaluation of applications without further discussion.
• Pact may choose to award only part of the scope of work in the solicitation or to issue multiple awards the scope of work.
• Pact reserves the right to waive minor proposal deficiencies that can be corrected prior to award determination to promote competition.
• Pact may contact Vendors to confirm contact person, address, and that the proposal was submitted for this solicitation.
• Pact may contact listed past performance references without notice to the Vendor. Pact also reserves the right to contact other past performance information sources that the Vendor did not list in the proposal.
• By submitting a proposal, the Vendor confirms they understand the terms and conditions.
• Information pertaining to and obtained from the Vendor as a result of participation in this solicitation is confidential. The Vendor consents to the disclosure of the documents submitted by the Vendor to the reviewers involved in the selection process. Please note that all reviewers are bound by non-disclosure agreements.
RFQ Title: Supply of TVET Kits – Culinary Arts Kits
RFQ number: RFQ/2022/08-3
Date of Solicitation: August 12, 2022
Submission Date and time: August 17, 2022, 5:00PM toThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Estimated Delivery/ Performance Date: August 22, 2022 – August 24, 2022, at 5 PM.
A.Introduction
Pact is an International NGO with offices throughout the world with a mission to enable systematic solutions that allow those who are poor and marginalized to earn a dignified living, be healthy and take part in the benefits that nature provides. Pact accomplishes this by strengthening local capacity, forging effective governance systems and transforming markets into a force for development.
ACHIEVE project is a five-year, USAID-funded global project to reach and sustain HIV epidemic control among pregnant and breastfeeding women, adolescents, infants, and children.
ACHIEVE’s activities in Rwanda aim to reduce vulnerability and HIV incidence among orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) and Adolescent Girls and Young Women (AGYW), contributing to HIV epidemic control. ACHIEVE program provides support to improve the health and wellbeing of OVC and their families as related to the risk of HIV and violence. ACHIEVE also supports DREAMS (Determined, Resilient, Empowered, AIDS-free, Mentored and Safe) programming to empower AGYW to reduce their risk of HIV, sexual violence, and to become more economically independent and resilient. Across these objectives, ACHIEVE integrates capacity development (CD) approaches so that local partners, health providers, communities, and beneficiaries can manage and sustain OVC and DREAMS activities.
Implementation of ACHIEVE project activities in Rwanda is technically coordinated by Pact, Jhpiego and Wi-HER, while service delivery is implemented by two local partners –DUHAMIC-ADRI in Huye and Nyarugenge districts, and YWCA Rwanda in Kayonza and Kicukiro districts. It is in this line that ACHIEVE is planning to support out-of-school OVC and AGYW with Technical and Vocational Education Training (TVET) scholarships and start-up kits as an opportunity to acquire and apply new skills/knowledge which should lead to self-employment and productive income generating activity. By providing TVET training and start-up kits, the beneficiaries and their entire families will have improved prospects for generating income and achieving financial stability, ultimately helping to reduce risk-taking behaviors among AGYW and OVC beneficiaries.
B.Requirement/ Technical Specifications
Please submit your quotation for supply and delivery of the listed items below. Your quotation should be in the template attached as Annex 1 (Vendor submission template).
CULINARY ARTS KITS FOR 4 Business Groups
# Items Specifications Presentation Quantity per group Total Quantity
1
Saucepans
Aluminum, 10 liters each with handle, heavy and with covers
Complete set
4
16
2 Plates Melamine Dozen 2 8
3 Cups cups in Melamine Dozen 2 8
4 Kitchen Utensils (Set) Stainless steel (6 small spoons, 6 big spoons, 6 forks, 6 knives) Complete set 4 16
5 Serving spoons Stainless steel pc 10 40
6 Tables Plastic tables for 6 people pc 4 16
7 Chairs Plastic chairs pc 24 96
8 Basin Plastic and heavy for washing plates 30 liters pc 5 20
9 Bucket Plastic (10 Liters) pc 2 8
10 Peeling knives Stainless steel with a Plastics handle pc 10 40
11 Grater (RAPE) PCs pc 3 12
12 Filters (Utuyunguruzo) Plastic Filters for tea pc 5 20
13 Ceramic Cups Dozen (Amadongo) (Dozen) 4 16
14 Big Plastic flasks (3 Liters) PCs 3 12
15 Jag Plastic jag of 2 liters PCs 5 20
16 Fridge Pcs, 260 liters with freezer pc 1 4
17 Blender (Juice maker machine) 3 liters with a plastic Jag Pc 1 4
Please take note of the following requirements and conditions pertaining to the supply of the above-mentioned supplies:
All documentations, including
catalogs, instructions and
operating manuals, shall be
in this language English
Latest Expected Delivery Date and Time (If delivery time exceeds this, quote may be rejected by Pact) August 22, 2022 – August 24, 2022
(3 days after issuance of Purchase Order)
Exact Address(es) of Delivery Location(s) Pact Rwanda Office,
KN 78 street, 2
Downtown, Chadel Building, 1st Floor
Kigali Rwanda
Packing Requirements The items will be packed in a way that protect them from any damage during the transportation to the end users.
Submission of Sample The selected vendor will provide samples to Pact Rwanda before the procurement is finalized.
Administrative Requirements Vendor to provide the following as part of their submission:
• Business registration certificate
• Valid tax clearance certificate
• VAT registration certificate
• Valid social security fund clearance certificate
• At least two completion certificates for having supplied similar items to other organizations
C.Eligibility
In order to be considered for award, Vendors must be currently legally operating in Rwanda and the quotation must include all of the following information:
• Ability to meet or exceed the Requirements/Technical Specifications outlined in Section B;
• Ability to deliver the items/services specified in Section B no later than the date(s) required.
D.Submission Instructions
The following information to be included by vendor in quotation:
1 A completed copy of the coversheet attached to this RFQ
2 Quoted price in for each item specified in Rwandan Francs. This price should be all inclusive of warranty, delivery, and taxes if applicable
3 Validity period of offer (Offer should be valid for at least 60 days).
4 Credit Payment Term: Pact is preferable payment with 1-month credit, after delivery of goods.
5 Indicate of delivery duration weeks to supply and delivery of goods after PO issue.
6 Your quotation must be on official letter head with authorized signature and stamp.
7 Specifications of the products offered in Section C fully addressed.
8 Warranty and information for product can be included as attachments to Attachment 1, the coversheet.
Electronic submissions must be received at the address specified below by August 17, 2022, 5:00 PM, Rwanda Standard Time and please make sure that the submission is titled with the exact same solicitation number stated above.
Submissions must be forwarded in electronic format only (either PDF or Microsoft Word and Excel) toThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . Quotations should not contain any unnecessary promotional material or elaborate presentation formats (black and white is preferred). Vendors must not submit zipped files. Those pages requiring original manual signatures should be scanned and sent in PDF format as an email attachment. Please reference the RFQ Number and RFQ Name in the e-mail subject line.
• Quotes must contain a completed quote cover sheet (Attachment 1)
• Proposals submitted through hard copy will not be considered.
• Quotations received after that time or at a different address may not be accepted
• All quotations and delivery dates shall be valid for a period of sixty 60 days following the submission due date mentioned above.
E.Evaluation Criteria
Pact will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible vendor whose quote will be best value for Pact, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers:
• Administrative requirements
• Technical capability of the item offered to meet the Pact’s requirements. (specifications)
• Past performance referees
• Delivery terms.
F.Terms and Conditions
Disclaimers
• Pact reserves the right to modify by written notice the terms of this solicitation at any time in its sole discretion. Pact may cancel the solicitation at any time
• Pact may reject any or all proposals received.
• Issuance of solicitation does not constitute award commitment by Pact.
• Pact reserves the right to disqualify any quotation based on vendor’s failure to follow solicitation instructions.
• Pact will not compensate Vendors for their response to the solicitation.
• Pact reserves the right to issue an award based on initial evaluation of applications without further discussion.
• Pact may choose to award only part of the scope of work in the solicitation or to issue multiple awards the scope of work.
• Pact reserves the right to waive minor proposal deficiencies that can be corrected prior to award determination to promote competition.
• Pact may contact Vendors to confirm contact person, address, and that the proposal was submitted for this solicitation.
• Pact may contact listed past performance references without notice to the Vendor. Pact also reserves the right to contact other past performance information sources that the Vendor did not list in the proposal.
• By submitting a proposal, the Vendor confirms they understand the terms and conditions.
• Information pertaining to and obtained from the Vendor as a result of participation in this solicitation is confidential. The Vendor consents to the disclosure of the documents submitted by the Vendor to the reviewers involved in the selection process. Please note that all reviewers are bound by non-disclosure agreements.
Tender Number: 028/WB/08/2022-2023.
RwandAir invites eligible bidders to submit bids for supply of beverages for RwandAir; tender documents must be in English and obtained electronically from RwandAir Procurement office upon presentation of proof payment of a non-refundable fee of fifteen Thousand Rwandan francs (Rwf 15,000) to account n°010-5003664-01-74 at I &M bank opened in the name of RwandAir.
Tender documents may be obtained electronically on any working day from August 10th, 2022 from 8:00am to 17:00pm local time.
Submission Procedure
Inquiries regarding this tender may be addressed on e-mailed toThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
Well scanned bids, properly bound and presented in one file must be sent to the above mentioned e-mail no later than September 12th, 2022 at 10:00 am local time. Late bids will be rejected.
There will be no public opening due to COVID-19 pandemic. Bidding will be conducted in accordance with RwandAir Procurement Policy in place and where necessary Law N° 62/2018 of 25/08/2018 on Public Procurement.
RwandAir however reserves the right to cancel this tender at any time before a contract is signed without incurring any liability to the bidders.
Sincerely,
Yvonne Manzi MAKOLO
Chief Executive Officer
RwandAir
Background:
Africa Development Consultant Limited (ADC) is a consultancy firm registered by the Rwanda Development Board (RDB). ADC’s Mission is to offer comprehensive business development services that focus on the needs of enterprises. ADC’s Core Values: Professionalism, Partnership, Integrity, Result Driven, and Value Adding. ADC has been in operations since October 2006 focussing on enabling Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) grow and improve people's lives sustainably. ADC consultancy involvement has on of Organisational capacity assessment / diagnostic, Designing and developing capacity-building programs and plans, Developing training and coaching modules, materials, and tools, and providing training and coaching to enterprises, including Cooperatives in various areas including business analysis and planning, marketing, accounting, and financial management, business management, human resources management, business risks and management, networking, negotiation skills, and pitching skills, Providing Business Development Services (BDS) at various stages of business development and supporting enterprises to develop business strategies and plans including implementation plans, and supporting SMEs and Cooperatives to access markets and supporting SMEs and Cooperatives to access finance, Supporting MSMEs and Cooperatives to develop and implement monitoring frameworks and supporting SMEs and Cooperatives to develop and adopt operational systems, policies, and procedures. ADC is working with government and non-government organizations. To further improve its services and be able to compete in not only local market but also at regional and international market, Therefore is looking for a competent Consultant (individual or a firm) to facilitate the process of establishment of the systems or QMS certification.
Objectives of the consultancy:
The consultant will work with the client (ADC team) to perform QMS Gap analysis, develop Improvement Plan, facilitate documentation of processes, and assess implementation of the system, facilitate internal audit, ensure that the ADC team take corrective measures to fix the non-conformities (noncompliance to the standard) in case available, Fixing non conformity or non-compliances (from external audit(s) in case available, facilitate ADC to get the initial Certification against RS ISO 9001:2015 QMS.
Services required:
Facilitation to enable the client acquire Certification against RS ISO 9001:2015 QMS.
Outcome and results expected of the services:
The Consultant will work with the ADC team under the supervision of the Management Director to:
• Conduct QMS Gap analysis
• Develop a QMS Certification Implementation plan
• Document procedures for various service delivered by the
• Oversee Implementation of the standard or operationalize the system.
• Conduct internal audit (s)
• Fix the non-conformities (noncompliance to the standard) in case available
• Call for External audit body
• Fixing non conformity or non-compliances (from external audit(s) in case available.
• Call for external audit
• Certification against RS ISO 9001:2015 QMS.
Specific deliverables expected
Certification against RS ISO 9001:2015 QMS.
Duration of assignment:
Three to four months
Format of proposals:
Use the standard technical and financial proposal templates. Applicants should also provide references of previous work done.
Criteria for proposal selection
Background and qualifications of consultant; Relevant work experience; Technical competence
Eligibility requirements for companies or individuals
• Proven experience in establishment of quality Management Systems.
• Good understanding and working knowledge of the consultancy business.
• Good understanding of the requirement of the Rwanda Standard Board (RBS) and certification entity in the country.
• Excellent technical capacities to ensure high-quality facilitation.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both oral and written.
Email address for proposal submission
Africa Development Consultants Ltd (ADC)
Email toThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. submitted before August 26, 2022 at 5:00 pm
Service Contract
A contract of service will be discussed and signed between the Consultant or firm representative and Africa Development Consultant Ltd (ADC). The contract and the terms of reference will guide performance of the contract, and basis for its evaluation.
Mrs. Rebecca Ruzibuka
Managing Director
Africa Development Consultant Limited (ADC)
Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Supply of TVET Kits Welding Kits
RFQ Title: Supply of TVET Kits – Welding Kits
RFQ number: RFQ/2022/08-2
Date of Solicitation: August 12, 2022
Submission Date and time: August 17, 2022, 5:00PM to
Estimated Delivery/ Performance Date: August 22, 2022 – August 24, 2022, at 5 PM.
A.Introduction
Pact is an International NGO with offices throughout the world with a mission to enable systematic solutions that allow those who are poor and marginalized to earn a dignified living, be healthy and take part in the benefits that nature provides. Pact accomplishes this by strengthening local capacity, forging effective governance systems and transforming markets into a force for development.
ACHIEVE project is a five-year, USAID-funded global project to reach and sustain HIV epidemic control among pregnant and breastfeeding women, adolescents, infants, and children.
ACHIEVE’s activities in Rwanda aim to reduce vulnerability and HIV incidence among orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) and Adolescent Girls and Young Women (AGYW), contributing to HIV epidemic control. ACHIEVE program provides support to improve the health and wellbeing of OVC and their families as related to the risk of HIV and violence. ACHIEVE also supports DREAMS (Determined, Resilient, Empowered, AIDS-free, Mentored and Safe) programming to empower AGYW to reduce their risk of HIV, sexual violence, and to become more economically independent and resilient. Across these objectives, ACHIEVE integrates capacity development (CD) approaches so that local partners, health providers, communities, and beneficiaries can manage and sustain OVC and DREAMS activities.
Implementation of ACHIEVE project activities in Rwanda is technically coordinated by Pact, Jhpiego and Wi-HER, while service delivery is implemented by two local partners –DUHAMIC-ADRI in Huye and Nyarugenge districts, and YWCA Rwanda in Kayonza and Kicukiro districts. It is in this line that ACHIEVE is planning to support out-of-school OVC and AGYW with Technical and Vocational Education Training (TVET) scholarships and start-up kits as an opportunity to acquire and apply new skills/knowledge which should lead to self-employment and productive income generating activity. By providing TVET training and start-up kits, the beneficiaries and their entire families will have improved prospects for generating income and achieving financial stability, ultimately helping to reduce risk-taking behaviors among AGYW and OVC beneficiaries.
B.Requirement/ Technical Specifications
Please submit your quotation for supply and delivery of the listed items below. Your quotation should be in the template attached as Annex 1 (Vendor submission template).
WELDING KIT-10 Individuals
# Item Specifications Presentation Quantity per Person Total
1 Welding Mask Auto darkening welding
grinding helmet PC 1 10
2 Angle Grinder Corded 4-1/2 In. 7 Amp Angle
Grinder With Tool-Free Guard PC 1 10
3 Hand Drill
Machine Hand Drill Machine, 200w PC 1 10
4 Pliers 8''/200mm Long Nose Cutting
Pliers PC 1 10
5 screw drivers 11.8 x 4 x 1 inches PC 1 10
6 Chipping
Hammer Chipping hammer 500g PC 1 10
Please take note of the following requirements and conditions pertaining to the supply of the above-mentioned supplies:
All documentations, including
catalogs, instructions and
operating manuals, shall be
in this language English
Latest Expected Delivery Date and Time (If delivery time exceeds this, quote may be rejected by Pact) August 22, 2022 – August 24, 2022
(3 days after issuance of Purchase Order)
Exact Address(es) of Delivery Location(s) Pact Rwanda Office,
KN 78 street, 2
Downtown, Chadel Building, 1st Floor
Kigali Rwanda
Packing Requirements The items will be packed in a way that protect them from any damage during the transportation to the end users.
Submission of Sample The selected vendor will provide samples to Pact Rwanda before the procurement is finalized.
Administrative Requirements Vendor to provide the following as part of their submission:
• Business registration certificate
• Valid tax clearance certificate
• VAT registration certificate
• Valid social security fund clearance certificate
C.Eligibility
In order to be considered for award, Vendors must be currently legally operating in Rwanda and the quotation must include all of the following information:
• Ability to meet or exceed the Requirements/Technical Specifications outlined in Section B;
• Ability to deliver the items/services specified in Section B no later than the date(s) required.
D.Submission Instructions
The following information to be included by vendor in quotation:
1 A completed copy of the coversheet attached to this RFQ
2 Quoted price in for each item specified in Rwandan Francs. This price should be all inclusive of warranty, delivery, and taxes if applicable
3 Validity period of offer (Offer should be valid for at least 60 days).
4 Credit Payment Term: Pact is preferable payment with 1-month credit, after delivery of goods.
5 Indicate of delivery duration weeks to supply and delivery of goods after PO issue.
6 Your quotation must be on official letter head with authorized signature and stamp.
7 Specifications of the products offered in Section C fully addressed.
8 Warranty and information for product can be included as attachments to Attachment 1, the coversheet.
Electronic submissions must be received at the address specified below by August 17, 2022, 5:00 PM, Rwanda Standard Time and please make sure that the submission is titled with the exact same solicitation number stated above.
Submissions must be forwarded in electronic format only (either PDF or Microsoft Word and Excel) to
• Quotes must contain a completed quote cover sheet (Attachment 1)
• Proposals submitted through hard copy will not be considered.
• Quotations received after that time or at a different address may not be accepted
• All quotations and delivery dates shall be valid for a period of sixty 60 days following the submission due date mentioned above.
E. Evaluation Criteria
Pact will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible vendor whose quote will be best value for Pact, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers:
• Administrative requirements
• Technical capability of the item offered to meet the Pact’s requirements. (specifications)
•
• Past performance referees (At least two completion certificates for having supplied similar items to other organizations)
• Delivery terms.
F.Terms and Conditions
A.Disclaimers
• Pact reserves the right to modify by written notice the terms of this solicitation at any time in its sole discretion. Pact may cancel the solicitation at any time
• Pact may reject any or all proposals received.
• Issuance of solicitation does not constitute award commitment by Pact.
• Pact reserves the right to disqualify any quotation based on vendor’s failure to follow solicitation instructions.
• Pact will not compensate Vendors for their response to the solicitation.
• Pact reserves the right to issue an award based on initial evaluation of applications without further discussion.
• Pact may choose to award only part of the scope of work in the solicitation or to issue multiple awards the scope of work.
• Pact reserves the right to waive minor proposal deficiencies that can be corrected prior to award determination to promote competition.
• Pact may contact Vendors to confirm contact person, address, and that the proposal was submitted for this solicitation.
• Pact may contact listed past performance references without notice to the Vendor. Pact also reserves the right to contact other past performance information sources that the Vendor did not list in the proposal.
• By submitting a proposal, the Vendor confirms they understand the terms and conditions.
• Information pertaining to and obtained from the Vendor as a result of participation in this solicitation is confidential. The Vendor consents to the disclosure of the documents submitted by the Vendor to the reviewers involved in the selection process. Please note that all reviewers are bound by non-disclosure agreements.
Deadline of this Job: 22 August 2022
Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Supply of TVET Kits Culinary Arts KitsRFQ Title: Supply of TVET Kits – Culinary Arts Kits
RFQ number: RFQ/2022/08-3
Date of Solicitation: August 12, 2022
Submission Date and time: August 17, 2022, 5:00PM to
Estimated Delivery/ Performance Date: August 22, 2022 – August 24, 2022, at 5 PM.
A.Introduction
Pact is an International NGO with offices throughout the world with a mission to enable systematic solutions that allow those who are poor and marginalized to earn a dignified living, be healthy and take part in the benefits that nature provides. Pact accomplishes this by strengthening local capacity, forging effective governance systems and transforming markets into a force for development.
ACHIEVE project is a five-year, USAID-funded global project to reach and sustain HIV epidemic control among pregnant and breastfeeding women, adolescents, infants, and children.
ACHIEVE’s activities in Rwanda aim to reduce vulnerability and HIV incidence among orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) and Adolescent Girls and Young Women (AGYW), contributing to HIV epidemic control. ACHIEVE program provides support to improve the health and wellbeing of OVC and their families as related to the risk of HIV and violence. ACHIEVE also supports DREAMS (Determined, Resilient, Empowered, AIDS-free, Mentored and Safe) programming to empower AGYW to reduce their risk of HIV, sexual violence, and to become more economically independent and resilient. Across these objectives, ACHIEVE integrates capacity development (CD) approaches so that local partners, health providers, communities, and beneficiaries can manage and sustain OVC and DREAMS activities.
Implementation of ACHIEVE project activities in Rwanda is technically coordinated by Pact, Jhpiego and Wi-HER, while service delivery is implemented by two local partners –DUHAMIC-ADRI in Huye and Nyarugenge districts, and YWCA Rwanda in Kayonza and Kicukiro districts. It is in this line that ACHIEVE is planning to support out-of-school OVC and AGYW with Technical and Vocational Education Training (TVET) scholarships and start-up kits as an opportunity to acquire and apply new skills/knowledge which should lead to self-employment and productive income generating activity. By providing TVET training and start-up kits, the beneficiaries and their entire families will have improved prospects for generating income and achieving financial stability, ultimately helping to reduce risk-taking behaviors among AGYW and OVC beneficiaries.
B.Requirement/ Technical Specifications
Please submit your quotation for supply and delivery of the listed items below. Your quotation should be in the template attached as Annex 1 (Vendor submission template).
CULINARY ARTS KITS FOR 4 Business Groups
# Items Specifications Presentation Quantity per group Total Quantity
1
Saucepans
Aluminum, 10 liters each with handle, heavy and with covers
Complete set
4
16
2 Plates Melamine Dozen 2 8
3 Cups cups in Melamine Dozen 2 8
4 Kitchen Utensils (Set) Stainless steel (6 small spoons, 6 big spoons, 6 forks, 6 knives) Complete set 4 16
5 Serving spoons Stainless steel pc 10 40
6 Tables Plastic tables for 6 people pc 4 16
7 Chairs Plastic chairs pc 24 96
8 Basin Plastic and heavy for washing plates 30 liters pc 5 20
9 Bucket Plastic (10 Liters) pc 2 8
10 Peeling knives Stainless steel with a Plastics handle pc 10 40
11 Grater (RAPE) PCs pc 3 12
12 Filters (Utuyunguruzo) Plastic Filters for tea pc 5 20
13 Ceramic Cups Dozen (Amadongo) (Dozen) 4 16
14 Big Plastic flasks (3 Liters) PCs 3 12
15 Jag Plastic jag of 2 liters PCs 5 20
16 Fridge Pcs, 260 liters with freezer pc 1 4
17 Blender (Juice maker machine) 3 liters with a plastic Jag Pc 1 4
Please take note of the following requirements and conditions pertaining to the supply of the above-mentioned supplies:
All documentations, including
catalogs, instructions and
operating manuals, shall be
in this language English
Latest Expected Delivery Date and Time (If delivery time exceeds this, quote may be rejected by Pact) August 22, 2022 – August 24, 2022
(3 days after issuance of Purchase Order)
Exact Address(es) of Delivery Location(s) Pact Rwanda Office,
KN 78 street, 2
Downtown, Chadel Building, 1st Floor
Kigali Rwanda
Packing Requirements The items will be packed in a way that protect them from any damage during the transportation to the end users.
Submission of Sample The selected vendor will provide samples to Pact Rwanda before the procurement is finalized.
Administrative Requirements Vendor to provide the following as part of their submission:
• Business registration certificate
• Valid tax clearance certificate
• VAT registration certificate
• Valid social security fund clearance certificate
• At least two completion certificates for having supplied similar items to other organizations
C.Eligibility
In order to be considered for award, Vendors must be currently legally operating in Rwanda and the quotation must include all of the following information:
• Ability to meet or exceed the Requirements/Technical Specifications outlined in Section B;
• Ability to deliver the items/services specified in Section B no later than the date(s) required.
D.Submission Instructions
The following information to be included by vendor in quotation:
1 A completed copy of the coversheet attached to this RFQ
2 Quoted price in for each item specified in Rwandan Francs. This price should be all inclusive of warranty, delivery, and taxes if applicable
3 Validity period of offer (Offer should be valid for at least 60 days).
4 Credit Payment Term: Pact is preferable payment with 1-month credit, after delivery of goods.
5 Indicate of delivery duration weeks to supply and delivery of goods after PO issue.
6 Your quotation must be on official letter head with authorized signature and stamp.
7 Specifications of the products offered in Section C fully addressed.
8 Warranty and information for product can be included as attachments to Attachment 1, the coversheet.
Electronic submissions must be received at the address specified below by August 17, 2022, 5:00 PM, Rwanda Standard Time and please make sure that the submission is titled with the exact same solicitation number stated above.
Submissions must be forwarded in electronic format only (either PDF or Microsoft Word and Excel) to
• Quotes must contain a completed quote cover sheet (Attachment 1)
• Proposals submitted through hard copy will not be considered.
• Quotations received after that time or at a different address may not be accepted
• All quotations and delivery dates shall be valid for a period of sixty 60 days following the submission due date mentioned above.
E.Evaluation Criteria
Pact will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible vendor whose quote will be best value for Pact, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers:
• Administrative requirements
• Technical capability of the item offered to meet the Pact’s requirements. (specifications)
• Past performance referees
• Delivery terms.
F.Terms and Conditions
Disclaimers
• Pact reserves the right to modify by written notice the terms of this solicitation at any time in its sole discretion. Pact may cancel the solicitation at any time
• Pact may reject any or all proposals received.
• Issuance of solicitation does not constitute award commitment by Pact.
• Pact reserves the right to disqualify any quotation based on vendor’s failure to follow solicitation instructions.
• Pact will not compensate Vendors for their response to the solicitation.
• Pact reserves the right to issue an award based on initial evaluation of applications without further discussion.
• Pact may choose to award only part of the scope of work in the solicitation or to issue multiple awards the scope of work.
• Pact reserves the right to waive minor proposal deficiencies that can be corrected prior to award determination to promote competition.
• Pact may contact Vendors to confirm contact person, address, and that the proposal was submitted for this solicitation.
• Pact may contact listed past performance references without notice to the Vendor. Pact also reserves the right to contact other past performance information sources that the Vendor did not list in the proposal.
• By submitting a proposal, the Vendor confirms they understand the terms and conditions.
• Information pertaining to and obtained from the Vendor as a result of participation in this solicitation is confidential. The Vendor consents to the disclosure of the documents submitted by the Vendor to the reviewers involved in the selection process. Please note that all reviewers are bound by non-disclosure agreements.
Deadline of this Job: 12 September 2022
Tender Title: Supply Of Beverages For Rwandair.Tender Number: 028/WB/08/2022-2023.
RwandAir invites eligible bidders to submit bids for supply of beverages for RwandAir; tender documents must be in English and obtained electronically from RwandAir Procurement office upon presentation of proof payment of a non-refundable fee of fifteen Thousand Rwandan francs (Rwf 15,000) to account n°010-5003664-01-74 at I &M bank opened in the name of RwandAir.
Tender documents may be obtained electronically on any working day from August 10th, 2022 from 8:00am to 17:00pm local time.
Submission Procedure
Inquiries regarding this tender may be addressed on e-mailed to
Well scanned bids, properly bound and presented in one file must be sent to the above mentioned e-mail no later than September 12th, 2022 at 10:00 am local time. Late bids will be rejected.
There will be no public opening due to COVID-19 pandemic. Bidding will be conducted in accordance with RwandAir Procurement Policy in place and where necessary Law N° 62/2018 of 25/08/2018 on Public Procurement.
RwandAir however reserves the right to cancel this tender at any time before a contract is signed without incurring any liability to the bidders.
Sincerely,
Yvonne Manzi MAKOLO
Chief Executive Officer
RwandAir
Deadline of this Job: 26 August 2022
Terms Of Reference For Establishment Of Rs Iso 9001:2015 Quality Management SystemBackground:
Africa Development Consultant Limited (ADC) is a consultancy firm registered by the Rwanda Development Board (RDB). ADC’s Mission is to offer comprehensive business development services that focus on the needs of enterprises. ADC’s Core Values: Professionalism, Partnership, Integrity, Result Driven, and Value Adding. ADC has been in operations since October 2006 focussing on enabling Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) grow and improve people's lives sustainably. ADC consultancy involvement has on of Organisational capacity assessment / diagnostic, Designing and developing capacity-building programs and plans, Developing training and coaching modules, materials, and tools, and providing training and coaching to enterprises, including Cooperatives in various areas including business analysis and planning, marketing, accounting, and financial management, business management, human resources management, business risks and management, networking, negotiation skills, and pitching skills, Providing Business Development Services (BDS) at various stages of business development and supporting enterprises to develop business strategies and plans including implementation plans, and supporting SMEs and Cooperatives to access markets and supporting SMEs and Cooperatives to access finance, Supporting MSMEs and Cooperatives to develop and implement monitoring frameworks and supporting SMEs and Cooperatives to develop and adopt operational systems, policies, and procedures. ADC is working with government and non-government organizations. To further improve its services and be able to compete in not only local market but also at regional and international market, Therefore is looking for a competent Consultant (individual or a firm) to facilitate the process of establishment of the systems or QMS certification.
Objectives of the consultancy:
The consultant will work with the client (ADC team) to perform QMS Gap analysis, develop Improvement Plan, facilitate documentation of processes, and assess implementation of the system, facilitate internal audit, ensure that the ADC team take corrective measures to fix the non-conformities (noncompliance to the standard) in case available, Fixing non conformity or non-compliances (from external audit(s) in case available, facilitate ADC to get the initial Certification against RS ISO 9001:2015 QMS.
Services required:
Facilitation to enable the client acquire Certification against RS ISO 9001:2015 QMS.
Outcome and results expected of the services:
The Consultant will work with the ADC team under the supervision of the Management Director to:
• Conduct QMS Gap analysis
• Develop a QMS Certification Implementation plan
• Document procedures for various service delivered by the
• Oversee Implementation of the standard or operationalize the system.
• Conduct internal audit (s)
• Fix the non-conformities (noncompliance to the standard) in case available
• Call for External audit body
• Fixing non conformity or non-compliances (from external audit(s) in case available.
• Call for external audit
• Certification against RS ISO 9001:2015 QMS.
Specific deliverables expected
Certification against RS ISO 9001:2015 QMS.
Duration of assignment:
Three to four months
Format of proposals:
Use the standard technical and financial proposal templates. Applicants should also provide references of previous work done.
Criteria for proposal selection
Background and qualifications of consultant; Relevant work experience; Technical competence
Eligibility requirements for companies or individuals
• Proven experience in establishment of quality Management Systems.
• Good understanding and working knowledge of the consultancy business.
• Good understanding of the requirement of the Rwanda Standard Board (RBS) and certification entity in the country.
• Excellent technical capacities to ensure high-quality facilitation.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both oral and written.
Email address for proposal submission
Africa Development Consultants Ltd (ADC)
Email to
Service Contract
A contract of service will be discussed and signed between the Consultant or firm representative and Africa Development Consultant Ltd (ADC). The contract and the terms of reference will guide performance of the contract, and basis for its evaluation.
Mrs. Rebecca Ruzibuka
Managing Director
Africa Development Consultant Limited (ADC)
Deadline of this Job: 10 September 2022
Call for applications: Training for Entrepreneurs, Future entrepreneurs and Business Consultants Sinapis trains entrepreneurs on how to scale their businesses while also making a social and spiritual impact in their community. Our mission is to make disciples and alleviate poverty through the power of entrepreneurship. We do these through the Aspire Launchpad program in Rwanda.
Sinapis Aspire Launchpad is a 9-week training program for idea stage entrepreneurs in Kenya that helps entrepreneurs build a scalable business model while integrating their faith into the business. Classes are on Saturdays for 4 hours. Aspire’s training is developed in partnership with Co.Starters. It is a discussion-based course where entrepreneurs refine their ideas while engaging each other.
Business Training for Entrepreneurs, Future Entrepreneurs, and Consultants (ASPIRE PROGRAM)
Sinapis is an international non-profit organization and a global community blending intensive training with faith-based principles and access to capital. Entrepreneurs learn how to scale their businesses while also making a social & spiritual impact in their community. Did you know that 46% of Sinapis Aspire Launchpad alumni reported at the end of our program that they knew where to go to get the additional help they needed? 76% of our alumni are still in business 3 years after training. We can help you start and grow a successful business this season.
Aspire is a 9-week entrepreneurship program for idea-stage and early-stage entrepreneurs in Rwanda who is looking to build scalable businesses while integrating their faith into their business.
This program is for you if you are:
• Employed but looking for a side-hustle/extra source of income
• A student leaving campus and wants to go into entrepreneurship
• Transitioning from employment into entrepreneurship
• Looking to finally convert your idea into a business
• Wants to create sustainable and impactful business
• Whose business provides added value to their products/services.
• Has a sparkling motivation to expand the business
By the end of the program, you’ll be able to:
• Have a better understanding of who you are as an individual & business owner
• Refine your business idea & gain the clarity to tackle the next steps
• Establish the right structures for your business
• Get access to executive mentorship, coaching, potential investment & more Advanced hands-on training to develop key skills necessary for every visionary entrepreneur.
• The opportunity to network and collaborate with fellow entrepreneurs from our alumni in EAC and abroad
• Get an international recognized business certificate accredited by CO. Starters USA
Limited spaces are available for the class so kindly apply early.
Program details
Start date: Saturday 10 September 2022
Venue: Centre Saint Paul Hotel Kigali
Duration: 9 Saturdays (Only every Saturday morning 09:00-12:30)
Cost: 63,000 RWF (Payable in up to 9 installments of 7,000 RWF each. The full fee can also be paid at once)
Application link
To find out more about what to expect in the program, you can watch one of our alumni speak about it here – https://youtu.be/CR_Ynkr8JeY
For more information, email