Consultant(s) to conduct Capapcity Building on Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) and Sustainable Rural Livelihoods

Scope of Work

The scope of work shall entail:

1. Conduct training needs analysis (TNA):

Prior to rollout training and developing a training manual (in dual language: English and Somali), the consultant is supposed to conduct a proper training needs analysis (TNA) to assess and understand the current knowledge and skills of the participants.

1. Develop a training manual for training of trainers (ToT):

Develop a customized training manual based on TNA findings, their context and level of individuals to be trained as trainers, to enable effective impartation of knowledge and practical skills to target farmers and the rest of the community.

1. Train farmers and extension agents:

Provide practical Training of Trainers (ToT) on climate-smart agriculture practices for 25 Farmer Trainers in cooperatives; 40 Individual Farmers and 8 Agricultural Extension Agents and selected School Garden Management Committees, to deepen their awareness and undemanding of climate change risks in agriculture and adapt to the changing climate through conservation of natural resources and environmental protection, utilizing smart agriculture methods. The target groups shall be drawn from Banadir, Jubaland, Hirshabelle and Southwest states

1. Facilitate proposal development:

Facilitating training on proposal development on climate smart agriculture, ensuring farmers can articulate their needs effectively. Conclude the training with instructions for farmers to submit project proposals. Successful proposals will be eligible for grants, enhancing community engagement and sustainable practices.

Deliverables

1. Inception report including work plan and climate-smart training approach and manual(s).
2. Beneficiary needs assessment and assessment of CSA practices in beneficiary communities including results of pre- and post-training tests.
3. Conduct practical ToT training sessions for the target groups.
4. Final report, including all relevant material developed and data collected during the assignment. The final report will also cover, details achievements, challenges encountered, mitigation measures employed and recommendations for subsequent implementation.