The Institute for Social Accountability (TISA) is a civil society initiative committed towards the achievement of sound policy and good governance in local development in Kenya, to uplift livelihoods of, especially, the poor and marginalized

Objective

Develop a comprehensive module on social accountability in public contract monitoring that addresses the specific contextual needs, realities and challenges within the Kenyan context.

The module should:

• Provide a clear understanding of the concept of social accountability and/in public contract monitoring, legal framework, and its importance in promoting good governance, transparency, integrity, and prudent financial conduct.
• Explore various tools, methodologies, and best practices for implementing social accountability mechanisms within the public contract monitoring process.
• Offer practical guidance on how to engage citizens, civil society organizations, and government institutions in promoting transparency, accountability, and participation.
• Highlight case studies and examples of successful social accountability interventions in Kenya and other relevant contexts.
• Include interactive exercises, case studies, and other learning activities to facilitate knowledge transfer and skills development.
• Offer highly innovative approaches to social accountability including digital social accountability.

Scope of work

The scope of work for the consultancy will include but not limited to the following:

• Conducting a thorough review of existing literature, reports, and resources related to social accountability, public contract monitoring, and governance with a focus on the Kenyan context.
• Designing a structured outline for the module/modules, outlining key topics, learning objectives, and proposed activities.
• Developing content for each section of the module, ensuring accuracy, relevance, and clarity.
• Incorporating feedback and input from relevant stakeholders, including representatives from civil society organizations, government agencies, and academia.
• Creating engaging learning materials such as presentations, handouts, case studies, and interactive exercises.
• Providing guidance on the integration of the module into existing training programs or capacity building initiatives.
• Delivering a final version of the module in both electronic and hard copy formats, complete with all necessary supplementary materials.

Deliverables

The consultant will deliver the following outputs:

• A structured outline for the module/ modules, approved by the project team.
• Draft content for each section of the module, subject to review and feedback.
• A final version of the module incorporating all revisions and feedback received.
• Supporting materials such as presentations, handouts, case studies, and exercises.
• A comprehensive report summarizing social accountability best practices for successful results.

Qualifications

• The ideal consultant(s) should have a strong background in governance, public administration, or a related field, with specific knowledge and experience in social accountability.
• Proven experience in developing training materials, modules, or educational resources on governance-related topics.
• Familiarity with the Kenyan context, including the political, social, and institutional landscape.
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines effectively.
• Prior experience working with diverse stakeholders including government agencies, civil society organizations, and international development partners