Key Study Deliverables
Adapted version of the toolkit
TIME FRAME
The assignment (Desk work) will be done in 4 Months, starting in June
The adapted version will be subject to feedback and iteration in consultation with firsthand users over a period of six months to test for validity.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal consultancy’s Required Experience, Knowledge and Competencies:
Post Graduate qualification in Education, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or any other related field with at least 4 years’ co-creation and innovation, experience in action-oriented research in development issues is required
Demonstrated skills and experience in design thinking as coaching approach and Education content development
Proven experience in writing and designing materials for training especially teachers.
Good oral, written communication
Five or more years of relevant design research work experience
Must have had experience in education research, Life skills development for in and out of school youth and children both in and outside Uganda
Graphic design, formatting, and layout document.
Experience designing education models and curricula is a MUST
Sound knowledge of the Ugandan learning frameworks and education framework (Syllabus structure for ECD, Primary, Secondary and Vocational )

IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE
1. Planning and designing
Conduct desk review of existing literature like proposal documents, existing HCD toolkit assessment tools, learning frameworks and education guidelines. (5 days)
Develop study proposal detailing methodology, tools, sampling framework, data collection schedule, analysis and reporting timeframe (4 Days)
Present proposal to AKF- Schools2030 management for review and feedback (3 Days)
Tools development, discussion and approval (4 Days)
2. Data collection, analysis and presentation
Field visit and time study- to align Toolkit refine methodology, tools and sampling (4 Days)
3. Contextualizing and adapting HCD toolkit
Reviewing and aligning the Schools2030 HCD content, language, illustrations and references to Uganda’s learning framework whilst being sensitive to cultural differences in the different geographical locations. (5 Days)
Data management; transcribing, cleaning, coding and analysis
4. Report Writing and Submission
Report writing, discussions and submission to AKF-Schools2030 (4 Days)
Revisions based on feedback (Iteration) Writing abridged version, discussions and revisions. (3 Days).
Revisions on basis of feedback. Quarterly iteration sessions (Once quarterly through 2022.)
Duration – 34 Working Days

How to apply
Consultants interested in this unique opportunity with AKF should submit their application documents (inclusive of the application letter, financial and technical proposal) by email to: akf.uganda@akdn.org by 4:30pm on 31st July 2022
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and only shortlisted consultants will be contacted.