Country: South Sudan
Closing date: 12 Jun 2017
Terms of reference
For
Supporting VET CENTER trainers and OTHER VET providers in Development VET specific course manuals
Save the children with funding from the European Union is implementing a three year ''Youth Employability and Participation'' Project in South Sudan- Lakes state. This is an integrated programme aimed at holistic development of youth through provision of Business Technical Vocational Education and Training (BTVET), strengthening institution capacity of state ministry officials, community and CSOs with the aim of improving employability chances of the deprived youth hence enable to actively participate in development agenda of the country/state.
1200 (600 female) youth are being targeted to benefit from this Project. Training includes hands on skills training, course theories and life skills training; Choice of the trade ranges from - Masonry, carpentry, welding, beauty & salon, hair cutting, block making, baking, agriculture ,Tailoring and computer training.
431(189 females) youth are currently undergoing training in five trade areas (Vegetable gardening/horticulture, welding and metal fabrication, Masonry, Carpentry & Joinery, beauty and salon, hair cutting and tailoring among others and are expected to graduate in December 2016. Courses run for 9 months to 3 months depending on complexity of the trade.
In order to meet the project targets, two delivery modes of training are used;
1 Institutional based approach (training more youth in a center using defined curriculum and following agreed calendar. 2 Enterprise based mode of training ( using existing and well established local artisans to deliver skills to selected youth ''Jua kali approach'.'
Target beneficiaries of the programme are a heterogeneous group of youth and ranges from School dropout, youth who cannot read or write, youth/children living in the streets, youth that have been in contact with law, young parents- boys and girls and graduates from different level of academic attainment who may have missed further development chances due to limited resources or lack of employment opportunities in the country.
Entrepreneurship training and business mentorship is one of the major components of VET programming. This component seeks to develop and prepare young entrepreneurs and equip them with requisite skills to sharpen their entrepreneur skills and subsequently venture in to gainful business ventures that would improve their livelihood as well as access to employment in both rural and urban setup through establishment of SMEs.
In lieu of the above, SCI - YEP project is seeking to recruit an expert with curriculum development skills to support in development of a customised VET specific trade manuals. He or she will work with VET center trainers, selected local artisans, CSOs and relevant stake holders as a facilitator in the development of trade specific manuals.
1 Objectives of the assignment.
The main objective of the assignment is to provide technical assistance services in the developing of VET manuals to be used for training youth undergoing skills training in both instructional and apprenticeship training programme.
Facilitate an active social dialogue leading to an efficient and effective VET manuals and system able to provide adequately trained labour force that meets the needs of the economy.
1 Scope of work
The task will focus on;
- Running interactive process to solicit innovative information that are industry-driven from the trainer/participants to inform specific VET trainers/ participants in expanding/improving existing training programme content to meet industry needs;
- Instil synergy among Trainer/ VET providers by identifying, strengthening, documenting, disseminating, and promoting uptake of best practices across the sector;
Provide Capacity Building and expertise to VET trainers and VET providers to sharpen their skills in developing and implementing curriculum and capacity building programmes for VET trainees.
1 Expected deliverables (out puts)
Draft copies of Masonry, carpentry, welding, beauty & salon, hair cutting, block making, baking, agriculture, Tailoring and computer training that are currently being taught at the center.
1 Time and Budget;
- Timing;
The duration of this task shall be 12 days from the date of signing of the contract agreement with SCI South Sudan country office.
- Budget;
The consulting organisation/ individual should prepare a realistic financial proposal/budget, work plan detailing how he/she will deliver the task. The consultant shall bear all tariffs, duties and applicable taxes or charges levied at any stage during execution of the work. The consultant should also prepare a precise budget detailing every activity cost.
Terms of payment;
The organisation will pay 20% of the agreed total sum upon signing of the contract
The remaining 80% will be paid upon successful completion of the assignment. This will be approved by MEAL manager and YEP project manager.
1 Duties and Taxes
The consultant shall pay all tariffs, duties, other taxes or charges levied by the government of South Sudan at any stage during the execution of this assignment.
1 Proposal requirement;
The consultant shall submit technical and financial proposal- all in one document. The technical proposal shall contain a clear description of activities, approaches, and training methodology for delivery of the expected results, report layout and resource persons clearly indicating the job title and responsibilities of each individual to be assigned.
The financial proposal should contain detailed breakdown of the financial estimates for every activity procedure.
Note; SCI will cater for air cost to and from the field, stationary and accommodation of lead consultant while in the field.
1 Preferred qualifications
Potential services providers should meet the following criteria:
- A person/team with proven track record of conducting and leading curriculum development process (CV's to be attached);
- Documented experience in Teacher training, Coaching and Mentorship
- Support documentation should include evidence of successful curriculum development projects completed;
- Knowledge of and experience in entrepreneurship will be an added advantage
- Strong business skills, as well as analytical and project management skills; and
- Degree in education; preferably in Technical Vocational Education and Training
Knowledge of local language will be an added advantage
We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Employment is subject to our Child protection standards including background checks and adherence to our Child Safeguarding Policy
How to apply:
Application Email: Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to: 'MKogi.92937.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com'