Expression of Interest For Design, Organize, And Implement (General And Female Focused) Tech Hackathons And Innovative Challenges (Manage Competition, Implementation, Seed Capital And Follow Up) Investment In Digital And Creative Enterprises (Idice) Programme

Expression of Interest for Design, Organize, and Implement (General and Female Focused) Tech Hackathons and Innovative Challenges (Manage Competition, Implementation, Seed Capital and Follow up) Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprises (Idice) Programme a) Objectives The primary objective of this consultancy is to design, organize, and implement a minimum of 12 series of (general and female focused) tech hackathons and innovative competitions across the six (6) geo-political regions. Each region shall run two parallel streams: Stream A General Innovation Challenges: Technology hackathons and competitions targeting all eligible innovators and start-ups. Stream B Female Focused Challenges: Targeted hackathons and innovation competitions focused on discovering and nurturing female-led start-ups in the technology sector. Of the 12 series of (general and female focused) events, a minimum of 5% start-ups shall be start-ups from vulnerable and marginalized groups such as At Risk Youth, PWDS, Displaced Persons, Youth Not in Employment, Education or Training (NEET Youths). The specific goals are: i. Identify and nurture high-potential technology startups through competitive hackathons and innovation challenges. ii. Foster innovation and problem-solving by encouraging technology and digital solutions to pressing socio-economic and industry challenges using technology. iii. Provide seed capital and structured post-event support to enable selected startups to scale and become investment ready. iv. Create visibility and networking opportunities for emerging tech entrepreneurs by connecting them with investors, mentors, and industry stakeholders. v. Strengthen the tech ecosystem by promoting collaboration among hubs, accelerators, universities, and private sector actors. vi. Discover and nurture female-led startups through targeted hackathons, ensuring equitable access to resources, networks, and funding. vii. Promote gender equality in entrepreneurship and innovation by addressing socio-economic and industry barriers faced by women. viii. Strengthen the gender-inclusive tech and creative ecosystem by promoting collaboration among women-focused ESOs, accelerators, universities, and private sector actors. ix. Document success stories and lessons learned to inform future gender-focused innovation programmes. b) Scope of work The Consultant will be required to carry out the following activities: 1. Program Design i. Develop the framework for a minimum of 12 hackathons and competitions, including: Focus areas and themes aligned with the technology and digital economys needs Female led technology startups Competition formats and participation criteria. Evaluation criteria and judging processes. ii. Outline strategies to engage key stakeholders, including industry leaders, ESOs, and relevant government agencies. iii. Establish guidelines for awards and post-event support for winning teams. iv. Prepare a plan outlining measures to mitigate potential environmental and social impact, including social safeguards, monitoring and reporting requirements. v. Embed zero-tolerance SEA-H safeguards in all programme activities. Develop a Social Impact & Safeguarding Plan addressing prevention, safe reporting channels, response protocols, and accountability mechanisms. 2. Thematic Areas Digital skills, employability and jobs- exploring skills matching platforms, freelancing and remote work, AI-powered learning and certification; Agritech; financial inclusion and SME support; Climate and clean energy; Digital economy etc. Selected startups should have 40% focused on ideation and problem solving; 60% focused on proof of concept. Date Added: July 15, 2026 Deadline: 29/07/2026 Category: Consultancy Tender Link : https://etenders.com.ng/bank-of-industry-request-for-expressions-of-interest-for-design-organize-and-implement-general-and-female-focused-tech-hackathons-and-innovative-challenges-manage-competition-implementation-see/