Provision of Business Development Services at DanChurchAid (DCA)

• Consequently, DCA is looking for a consultant/ firm to provide BDS services to the selected 100 enterprises that will be considered for an initial period of 6 months.

The consultancy is aimed to;

• Assess identify and document the key gaps for each of the 100 micro & small enterprises
• Tailor-make and provide BDS services to the selected micro and small enterprises in Kakuma refugee camp and Kalobeyei settlement addressing identified key gaps.
• Demonstrate the value of BDS service to enterprises and increase their uptake, including taking up responsibility on related costs
• Conduct BDS needs assessment for the selected enterprises and identify priority needs, as well as the status of each enterprise.
• Develop a BDS delivery package for each enterprise as informed by the needs assessment with clear cut-, medium- and long-term goals.
• Deliver BDS services to each enterprise as contained in the delivery package aligned to the priority needs.
• Monitor the enterprise's performance through monthly data collection and submit monthly progress report on the BDS supported enterprise. Performance indicators will be developed jointly by the consultant and the program team

Below is the required education level and years of experience;

• The consultant/firm must have a minimum of degree qualification in Business Management, Strategic Management, or any other related field from a recognized institution. In cases of a firm submitting the bid, each member of the proposed team should meet the minimum, education qualification stated.
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in providing Business Development Services to small and medium enterprises.
• This is purely information on business opportunities and does not constitute a commitment to purchase/service provision or any other form of contractual commitment with the Contracting Authority.
• A detailed request for proposal (inclusive of a detailed terms of reference) will be shared to the shortlisted firms/consultants
• Only Kenyan firms/consultants will be considered.