Organization: CIFOR – Center for International Forestry Research
Location: Nairobi
Grade: Consultancy – Consultant – Contractors Agreement
Occupational Groups:
External Relations, Partnerships and Resource mobilization
Closing Date: 2024-10-06
Reference number: 202455
Job status: In-progress
Job category: Consultancy
Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya
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CIFOR-ICRAF
The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) and World Agroforestry (ICRAF) envision a more equitable world where trees in all landscapes, from drylands to the humid tropics, enhance the environment and well-being for all. CIFOR and ICRAF are non-profit science institutions that build and apply evidence to today’s most pressing challenges, including energy insecurity and the climate and biodiversity crises. Over a combined total of 65 years, we have built vast knowledge on forests and trees outside of forests in agricultural landscapes (agroforestry). Using a multidisciplinary approach, we seek to improve lives and to protect and restore ecosystems. Our work focuses on innovative research, partnering for impact, and engaging with stakeholders on policies and practices to benefit people and the planet. Founded in 1993 and 1978, CIFOR and ICRAF are members of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food secure future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources.
CIFOR-ICRAF is looking for a
A Consultancy – Stakeholder Mapping
Overview
Agroecology is gaining significant momentum in Kenya as a promising approach for transforming the country’s food systems. The increasing need to address challenges in agriculture, alongside a strong agroecology movement, has positioned agroecology as a key focus for policymakers and practitioners. The National Agroecology Strategy for Food Systems Transformation (NAS-FST) is in its final approval stages by the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development, aiming to mainstream agroecology practices across Kenya’s food systems. CIFOR-ICRAF seeks to support the development and operationalization of the NAS-FST by conducting a targeted stakeholder mapping exercise. This exercise will help identify agroecology actors, their specific areas of focus, and their roles in supporting the NAS-FST implementation matrix.
Duties and responsibilities
1.Objectives of the Consultancy
The overall objective of this consultancy is to conduct a comprehensive stakeholder mapping of agroecology actors in Kenya, analyzing their roles, focus areas, and influence within the agroecology landscape. The consultancy will provide insights that will inform the effective planning and implementation of the NAS-FST.
3. Scope of Work
The consultant will undertake the following activities:
Mapping Agroecology Actors: Identify key actors involved in agroecology in Kenya, including government institutions, civil society organizations, private sector actors, NGOs, and development partners/donors.
Analyzing Actor Networks: Examine how these actors interact, their areas of focus, and their influence in shaping the agroecology agenda. Analyze the network structure, including the existence of clusters and connections between them.
Reporting on Insights for NAS-FST Implementation: Provide actionable insights on how the organization and distribution of actors across different thematic areas of focus may impact the successful implementation of the NAS-FST.
4.Key Questions for the Stakeholder Mapping
The mapping exercise will focus on the following key questions:
Who are the key actors promoting agroecology in Kenya?
What are the specific areas of focus for different actors?
How do these actors interact and connect with each other within the agroecology space?
Which actors hold the most influence and prominence in the agroecology sector?
How is the agroecology network structured, including the number and nature of clusters?
What insights can be drawn from the organization of the agroecology actor landscape to support NAS-FST implementation?
5. Deliverables
The consultant will provide the following deliverables:
Research Methods and Tools: Develop and present appropriate tools for data collection and analysis, including surveys, interviews, or focus groups, and key informant interviews where necessary.
Inception Workshop Report: Organize an inception workshop to introduce the project, validate the research tools, and assess the state of stakeholders in Kenya’s agroecology landscape. The report will summarize workshop discussions and provide initial insights on stakeholder dynamics.
Stakeholder Mapping Analysis Report: Produce a comprehensive analysis report detailing the identified agroecology actors, their focus areas, and network interactions. The report should offer recommendations for leveraging these actors for the successful implementation of NAS-FST.
Validation Report: Following the completion of the stakeholder mapping analysis, the consultant will conduct a validation workshop to review the findings with key stakeholders. The validation report will capture feedback, confirm the accuracy of the analysis, and finalize the stakeholder map.
Requirements
Proven experience in stakeholder mapping and analysis within the agricultural or environmental sectors.
Strong knowledge of agroecology and food systems, particularly within the Kenyan context.
Demonstrated ability to design and execute research methodologies, facilitate workshops, and produce detailed analytical reports.
Experience in engaging with diverse stakeholder groups, including government, civil society, private sector, and development partners.
Education, knowledge and experience
•Proven experience in stakeholder mapping and analysis within the agricultural or environmental sectors.
•Strong knowledge of agroecology and food systems, particularly within the Kenyan context.
•Demonstrated ability to design and execute research methodologies, facilitate workshops, and produce detailed analytical reports.
•Experience in engaging with diverse stakeholder groups, including government, civil society, private sector, and development partners.
Terms and conditions
The consultancy is expected to take 30 days from the date of signing the contract. Qualified consultants are invited to submit their expression of interest, including a detailed proposal outlining their approach, methodology, workplan and relevant experience, to [insert submission email or contact information] The duty station will be Nairobi, Kenya CIFOR-ICRAF Offices
Application process
The application deadline is 06 Oct 2024
We will acknowledge all applications, but will contact only short-listed candidates.