Request for Proposal For Terms Of Reference Consultancy For General Business Strategist To Support Portfolio Investees

Request for proposals are invited for Terms of Reference Consultancy for General Business Strategist to Support Portfolio Investees in Somalia and Somaliland may 2024 The specific objectives of the fund are: Support transformational business models adapted to the target markets in order to accelerate access to low cost, clean energy i.e. cleaner fuels, cook stoves, alternatives to grid power. Support commercially viable companies and markets in target countries, out of which 25 percent will be women owned and/or managed. Support innovative ideas that stimulate next-generation approaches in the renewable energy sector in Sub-Saharan Africa. Capture and disseminate lessons on how increased access to clean energy can deliver positive impact on the rural poor, especially women and youth, through: i) business models, ii) improved business environment, through policy influencing and advocacy, and iii) improved business environment through crowding in, replication and copying best practice. Stimulate stakeholder engagements for an improved policy, legal and regulatory environment for renewable energy businesses within the target countries. REACT SSA Somalia is a component of the AECFs Renewable Energy and Adaptation to Climate Technologies Sub-Saharan Africa Programme (REACT SSA) a project funded by Sida. 3.0 Objective of the Assignment The AECF is seeking the services of a consultant(s) to support up to thirteen (13) AECFs investees in Somalia and Somaliland to; Strengthen the operational functions of the investees. Foster business development and marketing strategies for the investees. Enhance organizational management and governance for the investees. Ensure robust financial and credit management and oversight for the investees. The assignment will be tailored for each investee based on their individual assessed needs. The companies are located in Mogadishu, Jubba land (Bardhere), Galmudug (Abduwaaq), Puntland (Garawe and Badhan), Somailand (Hargeysa). 4.0 Scope of Work The consultant will work with The AECF and the investees leadership team to deliver interventions across the functions below: 4.1 Operational Functions Support: The consultant will conduct an assessment of supply and distribution channels (upstream/downstream), including related logistics, identify key bottlenecks and recommend strategic improvements, including cost reduction and efficiency. The consultant will review, assess (design where not available) and implement inventory and procurement management policies and procedures for the investees. The consultant will assess the operational capacity of the investees, including planning, execution and reporting of different initiatives in the company (including the AECF-funded project), identify any barriers and recommend appropriate solutions. Tender Link : https://www.aecfafrica.org/about-us/opportunities/