Consultant to conduct a training on Small Scale Value Chain and Market System Analysis. 67 views2 applications

REQUEST FOR CONSULTANTS

The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is a global humanitarian organization with a mission to work with people in poverty and distress to create just and positive change. ADRA Somalia belongs to the world wide network, comprised of more than 130 supporting and implementing country offices. ADRA is seeking services of a professionally qualified and experienced consultant to conduct a training on Small Scale Value Chain and Market System Analysis.

1. PURPOSE OF THE CONSULTANCY

The purpose of the consultancy is to evaluate the small-scale value chain and market system analyses for the key livestock and agricultural produce in Qansadhere district.

1. OBJECTIVE OF THE CONSULTANCY

To carry out an assessment on the value chain of farming and livestock products with an aim of identifying and recommending sections along the chain where the practioners can reap higher benefits by adding value.

2.1 Specific tasks and issues to be addressed in this consultancy

Train the community animal health workers (CAHWs) on improved ways of livestock treatment. Some of the areas to be covered include but not limited to:

• Identify key farming and livestock products in the district
• Study the chain of the products and pricing with a consideration of the different seasons
• Identify the value addition currently being employed and gaps
• Recommend gaps in the value addition and possible applications for value addition with a consideration of the local context.

Required skills and qualifications

• Technically competent in value chain analysis
• Ability to work with adults with low education levels
• Willingness to travel to Qansadhere to carry out the assignment
• Availability to undertake the assignment in July 2019