Local Service Provider Call to Proposal - Opportunities for Youth Employment - Phase II

• Harare, Zimbabwe
• Part-time
• Contract type: Consultancy

Company Description

SNV is a global development partner, deeply rooted in the countries where we operate. We are driven by a vision of a better world: A world where across every society all people live with dignity and have equitable opportunities to thrive sustainably. To make this vision a reality, we need transformations in vital agri-food, energy, and water systems. SNV contributes by strengthening capacities and catalysing partnerships in these sectors. We help strengthen institutions and effective governance, reduce gender inequalities and barriers to social inclusion, and enable adaptation and mitigation to the climate and biodiversity crises.
Building on 60 years of experience we support our partners with our technical and process expertise and methodological rigour. We do this in more than 20 countries in Africa and Asia with a team of approximately 1,600 colleagues. By being adaptable and tailoring our approaches to these different contexts, we can contribute to impact at scale, resulting in more equitable lives for all.

For more information on our operations in Zimbabwe visit our website: snv.org

Job Description

Prospective bidders are invited to repond to the call out for Local Service Providers for the anticipated Opportunities for Youth Employment (OYE) Phase II.

SNV Zimbabwe, with support from the Swiss Agency for Development Cooperation in Southern Africa (SDC) and anticipated from Embassy of Sweden in Harare (Sida), is intending to implement the Opportunities for Youth Employment (OYE +) project phase 2, which seeks to improve the livelihoods and prospects of 11,000 out of school youths (among whom at least 50% are young women) by creating 'green' jobs and entrepreneurship. The objective of the project is improved livelihoods and future prospects through “Green Employment” and Entrepreneurial Opportunities in Agrifood, Renewable Energy and other emerging Sectors targeting 11 districts.

For detailed information please access the Request for Proposal on this LINK

Qualifications

The entity intending to bid should have the following criteria:

1. Training delivery to rural youth with limited education and entrepreneurship experience, in any of the following two sectors; agriculture and renewable energy.
2. Small enterprise development, coaching and mentoring in any of the two sectors mentioned above.
3. Linking enterprises with relevant market players such as private sector companies, financial institutions, and local government authorities.
4. Experience with gender-based value chain analysis and young women economic empowerment initiatives.
5. Knowledge and experience with application of climate smart agricultural practices and green jobs
6. Clear sustainability plan.
7. Demonstrated work experience in the field of private sector engagement for youth employment and entrepreneurship.
8. Proven experience in strengthening the capacities of the private sector for developing inclusive business models.
9. Must be an entity legally registered in Zimbabwe, as an association, union, business Hub or TVET/ Skills Development Institution, Grassroot/community-based organization local NGO, consultant firm/ individual.
10. Demonstrate local presence and eligibility to work in the selected districts (physical offices/ MoUs etc.)
11. Good understanding of energy and agriculture market systems and the opportunities they present for youth employment and entrepreneurship.
12. Preferred organizations should have a network/ database of youth agricultural producers, processors, entrepreneurs, and energy entrepreneurs.
13. Any organization running an onsite business in Agricultural value chains, energy, or Green Jobs with farm or productive assets for entrepreneurship demonstrations will be an added advantage.
14. Demonstrate strong financial and management systems.
15. Women-led organizations/ institutions are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

Proposal submissions shall be sent to zimbabweprocurement@snv.org on 31 August 2024, at 23:59.

Prospective consultants should follow the requirements clearly outline in the Request for Proposal on this LINK

Working at SNV:

SNV offers a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from and contribute to, an internal and global network of experts. This creates a learning opportunity for those who come on board for internships.

Vetting

SNV carries out rigorous background and reference checks concerning possible safeguarding incidents for all candidates applying for regular staff and internship positions. As SNV participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, all reference checks include a request to past employers to fill in a questionnaire regarding Misconduct (sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment), the “Statement of Conduct". This Statement of Conduct adopts the definitions used in the Scheme. 

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