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Background: The Kenya North and North-Eastern Development Initiative
Simple ICT for Operational Effectiveness: Aims and implementation of the GEMS method
The GEMS method enables project teams to use open source tools for in-field collection of structured digital data that automatically feeds into a centralized M&E system. The integrated data can include any kind of indicators, based on tailor-made forms; photos, audio, videos; time and date stamps; and GPS coordinates that allow for automated geo-mapping of the information. Using these tools systematically allows operations to enhance the transparency and accuracy of M&E and increase the accountability of third-party monitoring (TPM). Moreover, the GEMS method provides WBG GPs and CMUs with a platform for remote supervision, real-time safeguards monitoring, and portfolio mapping for coordination across projects and partners.
Focus of the GEMS method: The core of the GEMS methodology is a 3-days hands-on training with 2 main aims:
After the training, each participant should have acquired the necessary skills to use the tools and methods independently for the benefit of the portfolio’s M&E system and supervision needs. Moreover, the Country Teams will have access to a central digital platform for monitoring the portfolio in near real-time.
Scope of Work: Leveraging GEMS, and Geospatial Analysis to Enhance M&E, Supervision
The FCV Group and the Country Management Unit (CMU) for Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda (AFCE2) are looking to hire a short-term consultant (STC). The consultant will be based in Nairobi, Kenya, and embedded in the AFCE2 CMU as well as the GEMS team within the World Bank’s FCV Group.
The consultant will provide direct operational support to the AFCE2 CMU as well as project Task Team Leaders (TTLs) and client representatives. A major task will be to oversee the GEMS supervision system and implement the method across the NEDU portfolio in Kenya. In this regard, the STC will be responsible for managing the CMU’s accounts of the digital data collection and analysis platform, KoBo Toolbox and conduct customized geospatial analysis, according to the CMU’s needs. The focus will be to support operational Monitoring and Evaluation, Project Supervision, Safeguards Monitoring and continuous Mapping of the Operational Portfolio of NEDI and across the CMU’s 3 countries. This will require the consultant to be based in Nairobi to guarantee a close collaboration with the Program Leader and CMU colleagues.
A complementary focus will be on developing training guidelines, protocols and technical platforms, for systematizing and scaling the GEMS support across projects and clients. The consultant will support the GEMS team in (1) rolling out a standard learning package on the GEMS methodology; (2) developing and managing cost-effective spatial monitoring platforms on which project data can be geo-mapped and related to contextual insight; and (3) establishing internal standards and guidelines for the sustainable implementation of the GEMS method and its gradual scaling across client countries. In this regard, the consultant will closely work with the GEMS team, as well as other units and partners, in particular the World Bank’s ITS Innovations Lab, Geospatial Operations Support Team (GOST), and the European Space Agency (ESA).
The consultant will also support the wider ICT4FCV agenda. In this regard, the consultant will work with the GEMS team and CMU to explore and apply complementary field-appropriate ICT tools and procedures to increase effectiveness and accountability of operational engagement. ICT-based approaches that will be explored include inter alia (a) the use of mobile networks and SMS-based systems for citizen engagement, beneficiary feedback, and grievance redress mechanisms; (b) leveraging 'big data', call detail records, and other data sources for complementary monitoring tasks; and (c) satellite-based earth observation and remote sensing through drones and sensor technology for supervision activities. The above list is not exhaustive and may be extended during implementation of the activity.
Deliverables
The selected STC will be responsible for the following main deliverables:
Selection Criteria
The ideal candidate will have a primary expertise in M&E, and ICT and digital data collection systems, as well as advanced GIS skills. S/he will be familiar with ways in which technology can be applied to monitor the outputs and outcomes of development projects and will meet the following selection criteria:
To apply, please send your CV and a brief (less than 1-page) letter of motivation to: ICT4FCV@worldbank.org
Administrative Arrangements
The selected consultant will be contracted by the World Bank’s FCV Group for a period of about 50 days, at a fee to be negotiated with the supervisor. The Consultant will report to a Task Team Leader based in Nairobi, Kenya. S/he will closely collaborate with the WBG FCV Group’ GEMS team as well as the Geospatial Operational Support Team, based in Washington DC.
The contract will begin as soon as possible and initially comprise the Fiscal Year 2019 (until June 30, 2019), with the option of extension. The consultant will be based in Nairobi, but may be expected to travel to other countries in the region, in particular Uganda, Rwanda and Somalia, as well as Washington DC.
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