Consultancy - Development of an E-mobility White Paper and Case Study (Nairobi, Kisumu & Mombasa) at Practical Action Kenya

Purpose of the assignment

The assignment seeks to engage a competent consultant or a team of consultants to support in the development of two deliverables.

• To carry out a comprehensive analysis of the e-mobility sector in developing the two deliverables. This will involve conducting a deep dive on a selected e- mobility company, documenting the growth of the company, impact to the e-mobility sector and a review of the policy and regulatory environment, documenting the enablers and barrier to the growth of e-mobility companies in Kenya.
• The White Paper will focus on the review of the e-mobility landscape in three selected Counties, with travel to Nairobi, Mombasa and Kisumu for stakeholder engagement. The Consultant will be expected to facilitate focus group discussions in the two Counties as part of data collection.

Specific Objectives of the of the Assignment

• Conduct desk research, site visits and interviews with key e-mobility stakeholders.
• Review relevant policies, market reports, and sector data.
• Develop a well-structured case study highlighting business strategy, enabling environment, challenges, and results.
• Draft an informative policy brief with key findings and policy recommendations.
• Integrate gender, climate, and inclusive development lenses throughout.

Expected Deliverables

• Inception report with methodology and work plan.
• Draft White Paper and Case Study for comments.
• Final approved Case Study report and White Paper.
• Slide deck summarizing findings of the White paper and case study.

Qualifications of the Consultant(s)

• Proven experience in case study development, policy analysis, sectoral analysis and reporting and clean mobility
• Strong understanding of Kenya’s transport and energy policy landscape
• Excellent communication and analytical skills
• Familiarity with gender and social inclusion frameworks is an advantage