TOR-MTP Consultant

Background

The African Cashew Alliance (ACA) has been working on developing learning solutions for the industry.  As such we have developed several eLearning and in-class training programs, which are being rolled out. We have also fully taken over the Master Training Program (MTP) from the Market-Oriented Value Chains for Jobs & Growth in the ECOWAS Region (MOVE/GIZ) to enable us to consolidate the learning programs as well as enhance the content. 14 editions have been held already in which 1,036 experts have been trained between 2014 and 2022. To prepare for and deliver the 15^th Edition and 16^th Edition in 2022 and 2023, the ACA is seeking the services of qualified experts to serve in the role of resource person for the MTP.

The aims of the MTP are to: 

• Create a pool of qualified experts on the cashew value chain in West African countries (Benin, Burkina Faso, Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana, also reaching out to other West-African countries - e.g.  Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Togo, and Mali); and
• Reach out to East African Countries;
• Facilitate the regional exchange of knowledge, learning and innovation.

Required profile of the Consultant

• Should have an experience in adult education, organisational development (Gestalt) and facilitation of large groups.
• Must have expertise and understand the cashew value chain.
• Must have a profound knowledge on process facilitation and have experience in managing a very diverse cultural group.
• Have experience on training design, concept and implementation; have experience in leading a group of facilitators.
• Knowledge of the Cashew sector and proficiency in English language. (French language is considered an added advantage)

Consultancy description and tasks

This consultancy contract shall cover activities for the following training sessions   

*Each session shall have an additional 2 days for travel (IN and OUT)

Expected results:

Participants are better equipped with knowledge in the following areas and can employ it in their day-to-day activities:

• Data and Meaning Making
• Facilitation Skills
• Practiced Session Facilitation Skills
• Climate Change
• Farm Economics
• Monitoring and Evaluation
• Facilitation Skills Training (including practical)

Duration of contract:

The contract is spread from 17^th November 2022 to 14^th June 2023 and to be performed in Sunyani in the Bono Region and Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire.  Within this period all expected results of the consultancy must be finalized.

Other costs:

• Per diem, accommodation and transportation shall be provided by ACA
• Ghanaian Tax Law shall be applied (implying deduction of 7.5% Withholding Tax)
• Other cost shall appear on the financial offer

Application process

Interested persons should send in their CV/Resumes and a cover letter detailing all their experiences and qualifications relevant to the tasks described. All received applications will be reviewed and scored based on the required profile of the Resources person as described above.

In Addition, the financial proposal will not factor in the initial review and scoring of the applications; only shortlisted applicants will have their financial proposals considered.

Kindly send in all applications to the African Cashew Alliance (ACA) through email: mtp@africancashewalliance.com

Kindly note that this Consultancy is for an individual consultant and not a consortium. All applications must be in English, and must be submitted on or before 15^th November 2023.