Specifically, the consultant will:
Develop a communication plan & strategy for the project to:
Explore and define necessary communication channels related to communicating to sector and key stakeholders about the programme, as well as for sharing lessons.
Detail expected project communication materials and costs.
Lead the implementation of the key activities of the communication strategy in the pilot phase (til June 2025)
Develop a learning agenda for the programme and lead implementation– with relation to the Monitoring Framework of the programme.
Update project promotional leaflet and other communication materials
Develop a uniform project presentation (PPT) – for partners to adapt and apply.
Develop training curriculum for Financial Institutions branch staff to build their capacity to identify and onboard potential SSWSPs
Coordinate with programme implementation partners and Financial Institutions to implement training curriculum
Coordinate with programme implementation partners to sensitize targeted small scale service providers to apply for the Challenge Fund
Touch base with key partners in the programme to align communication and learning (Aqua for All, Rural Focus, Smart People Africa and financial institutions)
Plan and facilitate progress review meetings among Challenge Fund partners.
Provide a monthly narrative report highlighting activities undertaken and planned.
Intensity of expected consultancy / timelines
The consultant is expected to provide the requested support for 6 months between January 2025 and June 2025. The total expected time investment of the proposed consultancy is approximately 100 working days distributed over 6 months.
Qualification Requirements
The consultant must have the following skills:
Minimum of 10 years' experience in project management and developing and implementing communication and learning strategies for development programmes
Deep understanding of the water sector in Kenya, preferably with community based or rural water service providers.
Experience working with Financial Institutions is an advantage.
Experience working with Fintech solutions is an advantage.
Experience in working in the Africa region is essential.
Consultant must be based in Kenya.
Consultant must be a native speaker in English and Swahili.