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Tenders are invited for FSD Kenya Programme Review for the Strategy Period 2022 - 2025. Closing Date: 30 Oct 2024 Type: Consultancy BACKGROUND Financial Sector Deepening Kenya (FSD Kenya) is an independent trust dedicated to fostering a financial system that supports a sustainable and inclusive digital economy. Its mission centers on improving the financial health of women and micro and small enterprises (MSEs). Through collaboration with the public sector, financial service providers, and various partners, FSD Kenya develops innovative financial solutions to address the challenges faced by low-income households, MSEs, and marginalized groups, particularly women and youth. FSD Kenya is funded by several prominent organizations, including UK International Development, the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Its initiatives encompass five key areas: Policy and Infrastructure, Green Finance, Agriculture and Processing, Health Finance, and Affordable Housing. The organization also incorporates three main functionsResearch, Results, and Communicationsalongside critical operational roles such as Finance and Risk Management. To enhance its effectiveness, FSD Kenya is seeking consultants to conduct a comprehensive review of its current strategy (20222025). This evaluation will assess the programs impact and guide the development of a new strategy for 20262030. Additionally, FSD Kenya will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2025, providing a moment for reflection on its journey in advancing inclusive financial markets. This assessment will highlight successes and challenges, offering insights for future programming and for practitioners employing similar market system development strategies. Consultants are invited to form teams with the necessary expertise to undertake either or both components of this work. Alternatively, individual consultants or firms may collaborate as a consortium to submit joint bids. OBJECTIVES The work comprises two main parts, each with specific objectives: Part A: Programme Review and New Strategy Design Objective A1: Comprehensive Programme Review (20222025) Consultants will carry out an extensive review of FSD Kenyas program during the current strategy period. This assessment will evaluate FSD Kenyas performance against its stated objectives, examining the effectiveness of operational functions in achieving these goals while managing risks. It will identify the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) related to the program, offering recommendations for enhancing future initiatives in response to Kenyas evolving political economy and the impacts of climate change. Objective A2: Individual Project Assessment for Strategy Design (20262030) This involves a detailed evaluation of each of the five active projects and three operational functions, including Policy and Infrastructure, Green Finance, Agriculture and Processing, Health Finance, Affordable Housing, Research, Results, and Strategic Communications. The assessment will align with market systems development (MSD) parameters and inform the design of the upcoming strategy. Part B: Reflection on 20 Years of FSD Kenya Objective B1: Evaluation of 20 Years of Impact (20052025) Consultants will produce a well-structured and engaging reflection on FSD Kenyas role in the development of inclusive financial markets over the past two decades. This evaluation will provide a retrospective view of achievements and challenges, alongside actionable recommendations for future programming, benefiting both FSD Kenya and other organizations with similar goals. SCOPE OF WORK The scope includes two key components: Part A: Programme Review and New Strategy Input Objective A1: In-Depth Programme Review (20222025) This involves a comprehensive assessment of FSD Kenyas performance in achieving its strategy objectives. The review will analyze the effectiveness of the current strategy and the MSD approach in enhancing financial sector development and improving livelihoods, particularly for women and low-income households. Specific focus areas will include: Performance Assessment: Evaluating program achievements against the intended outcomes outlined in the theory of change. SWOT Analysis: Identifying key strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Lessons Learned: Assessing implications for project effectiveness and the overall program. Recommendations: Proposing strategies for improving future programming in light of Kenyas changing political and economic landscape. Objective A2: Project-Specific Assessments This entails evaluating each active project against its objectives and MSD principles, focusing on key areas such as market dynamics, supporting functions, and the impact of strategic drivers like gender empowerment and climate change. Part B: Reflection on FSD Kenyas 20-Year Journey Objective B1: Detailed Reflection (20052025) This involves conducting a thorough retrospective of FSD Kenyas achievements, analyzing its impact on the financial sector and marginalized populations. Key tasks will include: Impact Assessment: Evaluating the influence of FSD Kenya on financial services and access for low-income groups. Lessons Learned: Reflecting on successes and challenges faced throughout the two decades. Future Recommendations: Offering insights to guide future programming. Tender Link : https://reliefweb.int/job/4102340/fsd-kenya-programme-review-strategy-period-2022-2025
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