Objectives:
The primary objective of this assignment is to provide technical support to GS Kenya in the development of a comprehensive business plan for a social health enterprise that will enhances access and affordability through a subscription model. Specifically, the consultant will:
Conduct market research to identify the healthcare needs and preferences of the target population.
Design a subscription-based social heath franchise model that provides cost- effective health services.
Develop an operational framework that includes service delivery mechanisms and health financing strategies.
Create a monitoring and evaluation framework to assess the impact of the social health enterprise.
Identify potential partnerships with like-minded local NGOs, private sector partners, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
Deliverables: The consultant will be expected to deliver the following:
Inception Report: A detailed plan for the assignment, including methodology, and tools to be used
Market Research Report: A detailed report outlining the health care needs of the target population and existing service delivery gaps.
Business Plan: A comprehensive business plan that includes:
Subscription model design
Financial markets access
Operational framework
Marketing strategy
Monitoring and Evaluation Framework: A framework for assessing the impact of the social health enterprise on community health outcomes.
Partnership Strategy: A document outlining potential partnerships with local NGOs, private sector partners, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
Reporting:The consultant will work closely with the GS Kenya Executive Director and relevant technical team members to ensure that there is transfer of knowledge through joint teamwork
Timelines: The assignment is expected to commence as soon as possible but not later than1st December 2024for a total of30 workingdays.
Required Qualifications:The consultant should possess:
At least a master's degree in a health economics or business-related field
Proven experience in developing social health enterprises or similar projects
Strong understanding of the Kenyan health care landscape
Expertise in market research methodologies and business planning
Excellent communication skills for stakeholder engagement