Development of a Knowledge Management Hub at African Agricultural Technology Foundation

Objectives of the Consultancy

The purpose of the consultancy is to advise on design and oversee development of a robust and contemporary knowledge management hub for AATF that supports the delivery of the organization’s Knowledge sharing objectives. The specific objectives include:

• To conduct an audit of the existing knowledge management systems setup at AATF to identify and document what is needed to set up the envisaged knowledge management hub
• To help design the hub, support systems and equipment needed and define the approach towards set up and dissemination of knowledge.
• To develop facilitative operational processes and lead the acquisition of appropriate technology.

Scope of Work

• Develop a plan of work and approach for the assignment.
• Review and understand the new AATF strategy 2023-2027
• Develop and administer tools for needs assessment for staff and relevant stakeholders.

Expected deliverables.

• An inception report detailing an understanding of the assignment and approach for delivery.
• A set of tools for data/information collection on information needs
• A report of identified information needs and a design and proposed approach towards set up of the hub.
• A fully operational knowledge hub platform

Expected Profiles of the Consultant(s)

The Team/Consultants/Firm should constitute a minimum of 3 key staff including the Team Leader. The Team Leader should have at least:

• Master’s degree in development communication, Mass Communication, Public Relations, or another related field relevant to the current assignment;
• At least five years of professional experience in developing and implementing/managing knowledge management systems with proven programming skills; and good database development skills