Openings at World University Service of Canada

Scope of Work

The consultant will:

1. Undertake field visits in Dadaab and Kakuma to capture the status of different interventions such as schools and remedial centers, progress on school upgrades, and out of school project intervention.
2. Submit photo captions including the names of subjects included in the photo, their age, institution and location, and description of the photo.
3. Submit high resolution action videos of some of the project interventions ongoing, or short interviews with the subjects on the different project interventions.
4. Obtain written consent for photographs and videos (the consents will be provided by the WUSC MERL team), to be signed by the concerned parties or the beneficiaries’ guardians.

Deliverables

• The Key Deliverables for the consultancy are as follows:
• At least 100 color digital images in high resolution shot as a RAW file (300 pixels/inch: minimum size 3000 x 2000 pixels;) from each region;
• At least 100 color digital images in high resolution from each region edited in specialized photo editing software (e. g. Photoshop) to comply with WUSC photography and image standards;
• All digital photographs must contain complete caption information in “file info” and separate word format captions list. Caption information should consist of: date, place, subject names and age, and brief description of the situation photographed;
• Photography and videography consent forms signed by parents or legal guardians of children under the age of;

Reporting requirements

• The consultant will report to the WUSC ICT Officer, who will regularly communicate and provide feedback and guidance on their performance and all other necessary support so to achieve objectives of the assignment, as well as remain aware of any upcoming issues related to consultant’s performance and quality of work. All activities and deliverables undertaken by the consultant shall be discussed and planned in consultation with WUSC.

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualifications as professional photographer and a demonstrated minimum of 5 years’ experience as professional photographer;
• Good command of own photographic equipment (cameras, lenses, lights, filters, tripods), as well as photo-related image editing software;
• Good knowledge of technical requirements and settings for taking photos in various settings (i.e. outdoor, indoor, portraits, group activities etc.) is expected;
• Experience covering social, humanitarian and development subjects will be an asset;
• Knowledge on ethical standards in reporting on issues related to children will be an asset.
• Interested individuals will submit a Technical Proposal, with description of their experience, as well as a portfolio of previous work, enclosing:
• Short profile, including CV, diplomas, certificates;
• Detailed individual portfolio showcasing range of work (i.e. outdoor, indoor conferences, portraits, group activities etc.) with links to specific sites/media outlets/publications where the works have been published;
• A description of production capabilities: photographic equipment for taking quality images in studio and outdoors, including related hardware and software to manage images.

WUSC’s activities seek to balance inequities and create sustainable development around the globe; the work ethic of our staff, volunteers, consultants, representatives and partners shall correspond to the values and mission of the organization. WUSC adheres to strict safeguarding principles and promotes responsibility, respect, honesty, and professional excellence and we will not tolerate harassment, coercion and sexual exploitation and abuse of any form. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract with WUSC will not be considered “staff members” and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements, medical insurance coverage and or advance payments). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested individuals will submit a Technical Proposal, with description of their experience, as well as a portfolio of previous work, candidates should apply through the link provided, enclosing:

• Short profile, including CV, diplomas, certificates;
• Detailed individual portfolio showcasing range of work (i.e. outdoor, indoor conferences, portraits, group activities etc.) with links to specific sites/media outlets/publications where the works have been published;
• A description of production capabilities: photographic equipment for taking quality images in studio and outdoors, including related hardware and software to manage images.
• WUSC does not charge a fee at any stage of the selection process
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in Kenya

Closing date:3 Mar 2022

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Objective
The DPG would like to contract the services of a consultant to serve as a secretariat for the DPG as a means to support the work of the DPG, ensuring strong coordination, sharing of information and communication linkages amongst Heads of Cooperation, the Heads of Mission and the Government of Kenya.

SCOPE OF THE CONSULTANCY
With direction from the Co-Chairs of the DGP, the consultant (based in Nairobi) is responsible for secretariat services which include (but not restricted to) the following:

• Support the organisation of the monthly DPG meetings (agenda and venue setting, prepare minutes, invite guest speakers etc.) and joint meetings between DPG and DPG HOMs.
• Facilitate information sharing among the DPG and provide feedback and information to the Heads of Mission related to DPG meetings;
• Mapping of the Joint Sector Working Groups (JSWGs) and Sector Working Groups (SWGs)
• In consultation with the Government of Kenya and co-chairs of Development Effectiveness Group (DEG), coordinate JSWGs structure and help support the development of a strategy for the operationalisation of the JSWGs.
• Support, facilitate and coordinate the DPG’s retreats, including with DPG HOMs and field missions, and ad-hoc thematic DPG meetings.
• Store, centralize and maintain minutes from Sector Working Groups and Joint Sector Working Groups
• Prepare speaking points and background notes for all relevant development policy issues as requested by the DPG to ensure a coherent approach of the DPG for dialogue with the Government of Kenya
• In consultation with DPG particularly with Canadian partners, conduct analysis and research on issues of interest for the effectiveness of Canadian development cooperation.
• Strengthening links and information exchange as required between Canada, the DPG and DPG-HoM groups (and other stakeholders as necessary).
• Support contextualising and implementation of commitments of the Busan Partnership and Mexico and Nairobi High Level Meetings of the Global Partnership for Effective Development Cooperation in Kenya as requested by the DPG.
• Support information sharing, communication and building coherent and accessible institutional memory on the Canadian assistance, the DPG and DEG (between groups and to the larger public).
• Any other ad hoc support.

LEVEL OF EFFORT

• This position is for a part-time consultancy. The level of effort is estimated at Forty-Eight (48) days over a period of twelve (12) months.

QUALIFICATIONS

• The ideal candidate shall meet the following minimum requirements:
• Minimum of five years of progressive experience in development programming/coordination;
• An undergraduate university degree from a recognized university in development studies, project management, international relations etc.
• Excellent English language skills (both orally and written);
• Highly developed communication and facilitation skills;
• Very strong organization skills;
• Analytical skills;
• Demonstrated experience in working with social media, information-sharing (electronic) tools;
• Knowledge of gender equality is an added advantage.

REPORTING STRUCTURES

• The consultant will report to the Country Team Lead for Canada’s Field Support Services Project, based in Nairobi, Kenya. Ultimately, contracting obligations are with the Head of Cooperation at the Canadian High Commission in Kenya.

BUDGET AND INVOICING

• The Consultant will be paid a daily rate commensurate with the level of effort, qualifications and experience for each day spent directly on the performance of services, including approved travel time on a calendar day of 7.5 over a period of 12 months. Costs related to travel (except for outside of Nairobi), internet and stationery for the completion of the tasks outlined in the Terms of Reference are included in the fixed price. Any additional costs related to this mandate beyond the daily fee will be discussed/approved by the Head of Cooperation, Development Cooperation, in advance.

All invoicing will be submitted in Canadian dollars.

APPLICATION PROCESS

• Candidates interested in this assignment are encouraged to email a brief cover letter (not more than 400 words) outlining the candidate's relevant experience and skills and a CV of not more than four (four) pages that clearly aligns with each of the position's qualification requirements by the close of business on the 4th March 2022 with the subject heading “Consultant – DPG Secretariat” to: fsspkesa.recruitment@wusc.ca.
• Candidates are also required to provide their expected consolidated daily fee rate in Canadian Dollars (CAD$) for undertaking this assignment. Further, candidates are required to provide names and contact details of three (3) most recent referees.
• Only candidates that meet the position’s requirements will be contacted.