Consultancy - Market Survey in Nairobi Metropolis at Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS)

Objectives of the Market Survey

• Identify sustainable livelihoods opportunities that exist which may interest urban refugees.
• Evaluate the current labor market to identify applicable market systems frameworks and growth areas in the various economic sectors with emphasis on the most viable sectors for refugee investment.
• Assess the level of penetration, access and barriers to financial service by the refugees and asylum seekers with particular attention to gender considerations.
• Analyze data and information about current beneficiaries to provide an overview of the income level, education, work experience and capacities, household expenditure and consumption patterns, coping mechanisms and financial risks management strategies.
• Identify market opportunities for the livelihood activities’ products and services offered by refugees. (JRS Mikono shop and Uthiru farm)

Scope of the market survey

• Assessment of the urban labour market environment, rules and regulations, including challenges, legal and general political environment affecting social and economic situation of urban refugees and asylum seekers in the country.
• Assessment of access to general supporting functions for refugees, including access to information, training, financial services and enterprise development services.
• Assessment of refugees and asylum seekers to gain a good understanding of their skills, competencies, protection needs, education and work experience.
• Market analysis to gain an overview of value chains relevant to the target group and with potential for growth and employment creation.

Methodology and Content

The Market survey should utilize an articulated and coherent methodology which will allow for very practical references to the above mentioned economic sub-sectors, and which will show a deep understanding of the Kenyan refugee context in the target area. The market survey will utilize both secondary and primary sources, through desk research and field surveys as applicable, and will provide JRS with detailed, updated, relevant and reliable quantitative data and qualitative information.

The survey will employ mixed methods. The tools and specific methodological approach will be discussed and agreed between JRS and the consultant. Primary assessment methods will include (but are not limited to the following):

Consultative meeting with staff, management and key stakeholders

Key informant interviews

• Documents, reports and literature review
• Data/ records review and analysis
• Focus group discussions with beneficiaries and stakeholders
• Field visits to project areas and field observations
• A formal presentation of the key findings will be made to the JRS Kenya Office. The consultant should keep the JRS team regularly informed of progress on key issues arising that may require additional direction or suggestions for other key informants or reference materials.

Summary of Deliverable:

• The proposed comprehensive work plan giving details of how the task will be carried out by the firm/consultant.
• A half-day workshop with JRS staff to present main findings and recommendations
• Practical and actionable recommendations on sustainable and relevant value chains that will benefit urban refugees and asylum seekers.
• Final Market Study Report in English that provides a thorough analysis of the market value chains clearly detailing the opportunities available for urban refugees.

Consultancy Requirements:

• Submit a technical proposal showing why the firm is the most suited for the assignment including the CVs of key persons to carry out the survey. A detailed description of the firm/consultants’ experience and at least three (3) professional references must also be provided.
• The proposal should give a detailed, clear methodology, on how the firm/consultants’ will approach and complete the assignment.
• Give verifiable samples of similar assignments that the firm/consultants’ has previously conducted showing experience and ability to carry out such studies.
• Give a financial Proposal that indicates the all-inclusive fixed total contract price, supported by a breakdown of all the costs
• Must be willing to abide by JRS code of conduct and child protection policy

Consultant qualification and Evaluation Criteria

The firm/consultants’ will be evaluated against a combination of technical and financial criteria. Maximum score is 100% out of which technical criteria equals 65% and financial criteria equals 35%.

The technical evaluation will include the following: **

Fulfillment of all statutory obligations for businesses in Kenya (Valid KRA Pin, Tax Compliance Certificate, Business Permit) – 10%

Firm/consultants’ experience in successfully conducting work of a similar nature and magnitude.

• Education and experience of key staff assigned to this project – 15%
• Extensive expertise, knowledge, and experience of the labour market in Kenya– 15%
• Extensive conceptual and practical knowledge of the refugee and asylum seekers context in Kenya – 15%
• At least 8 years firm/consultants’ experience conducting market research assignments in Kenya in– 15%
• Overall Methodology – 30%

The financial evaluation will include the following;

• The Firm/consultants’ experience in successfully conducting assignments of this magnitude – 50%
• Total proposed budget for the completion of this Study – 50%

Duration of the Assignment

The assignment is expected to take not more than 2 calendar months after signing of the contract. It is expected that the assignment will be completed by June 30th, 2020.

Responsibilities of JRS

JRS will provide the consultant with all related documents and relevant materials. JRS will also provide support to the consultant in organizing all the necessary field-visits, meetings and survey samples. JRS will provide comments on 1st draft within an agreed timeframe.