TENDER FOR NAIROBI RIVERS REHABILITATION AND RESTORATION PROGRAM: SEWERAGE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT PHASE II (NARSIP II)

ATHI WATER WORKS DEVELOPMENT AGENCY TENDER FEBRUARY 2023 

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST 

(CONSULTING SERVICES – COMMUNICATION EXPERT) 

1. The Government of Kenya (GoK) on behalf of Athi Water Works Development Agency (AWWDA) has received financing
from the African Development Bank (AfDB) towards the cost of the Nairobi Rivers Rehabilitation and Restoration
Program Sewerage Improvement Phase II (NARSIP II) and intends to apply part of the amount for this loan to
payments under the Project Communication Consultancy.
2. The objective of the assignment is to engage a communication expert to provide institutional communication support
and undertake strategic communication, stakeholder engagement, media management and creative production for
the Nairobi Rivers Rehabilitation and Restoration Program: Sewerage Improvement Project phase II.
3. The scope of individual consultancy services will include but not limited to the following:
• Support general public communication activities of AWWDAs related to the NARSIP II project through the drafting
of talking points, speeches, press releases, Op-Eds, interviews, events, photos and other communication products;
• Liaise with the local media based on areas of operations (print, electronic, blogosphere) to ensure coverage and
exposure of AWWDAs events related to NARSIP II Project in the respective areas;
• Edit general reports, policy briefs, and other materials like power point presentations for NARSIP II related
area-specific;
• Edit media related content such as Op-eds, articles, press releases and facilitate their publication in the press.
• Manage the stakeholder engagement programme including making and maintaining contact with stakeholders
(local, national, international) and advising on and supporting colleagues to develop mutually beneficial relationships
with key stakeholders
• Support the AWWDAs Communication Lead (Manager) and Communications Team at the Ministry of Water, Sanitation
and Irrigation in preparation, production and dissemination of educational material including print, electronic
media on issues related to the project;
• Support the AWWDAs Communication Lead (Manager) and Communications Team at the Ministry of Water,
Sanitation and Irrigation to plan, manage and execute high profile events within the specific area of operations;
• Identify media opportunities and track communication impact;
• Coordinate with the AWWDAs Communication Lead (Manager) and other Focal Person (s) to identify strategic
opportunities to increase the visibility of AWWDAs and AfDB work, especially in areas relating to NARSIP II Project;
• Take lead in developing project content for a quarterly AWWDA newsletter and its dissemination.
• Take lead in developing content, collection of footage, and scripting for production of documentaries and short
videos showcasing impact of AWWDA’s work facilitated by AfDB support, for dissemination to stakeholders;
• Take lead in developing (region-specific) project content for publishing in the AWWDAs website, Facebook page,
and other social media platforms in collaboration with the AWWDAs Information Communication Technology (ICT)
team
• Develop, maintain and update a digital photo record for specific area of assignment within the project scope
• Develop human stories, impact and success stories relating to NARSIP II programs for media, website, social media
handles
4. The consultancy services will be carried out over a period of 24 Months
5. The Athi Water Works Development Agency (AWWDA) now invites individual consultants to submit their interest in
providing these services. Interested consultants must provide information on their capacity and experience in relation
to the assignment, (brochures, description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, availability of
appropriate skills, etc.).
6. The minimum requirements are: –
a) A minimum of bachelor’s degree in public relations and communication including journalism, political science
or related field, with sufficient practical experience in public communication.
b) At least eight years of practical work experience in leading teams to develop and execute strategies in development
communications, public relations, and media relations, preferably in an agency setting.
c) A combination of skills and knowledge in both print and visual communications. Knowledge in, and handling of
communication equipment is an added advantage
d) A demonstrated strong knowledge of and interest in Vision 2030, Medium Term Plans and Big 4 Agenda of the
Government of Kenya (GOK)
e) A general understanding of projects implementation activities.
f) Proven excellence, enthusiasm, and creative/journalistic writing skills, and approach to communications that
spur active public debates. Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and develop visual media content is an
advantage
g) Proven ability and knowledge of social media platforms, mainly Facebook, Twitter, Newsletters, and website
management among others.
h) A good social media following, traffic, and engagement, especially with young people will be an added
advantage.
i) Excellent written and verbal communication in English
j) Capability and proven experience in developing and executing 360-degree communications strategies and
public awareness campaigns.
k) Demonstrate ability to put together a team of professionals to undertake the assignment
l) List of at least 4 similar assignments in the past, with 3 professional references
m) Experience in leading teams to produce high-impact and creative content, PSAs and advertisements for a variety
of audiences (below-the-line and above-the-line).
7. Interested individual consultants must provide information with evidence that they are qualified and experienced to
perform this assignment. For that purpose, documented evidence of recent and similar services shall be submitted.
In addition, they should include a proposal for undertaking the assignment along with a financial proposal including
the reimbursable cost for their office, accommodation, communication, report production, transport, documentary
shooting, Project 3D Video, Albums, media interview and coverage and any other associated costs.
8. The Consultants’ proposals shall be evaluated on the following criteria as expressed in their updated resume/proposal.
• Similar/Relevant Assignments undertaken 30%
• General Qualifications & Adequacy 30%
• Educational level compared to the field of assignment 20%
• At least 8 years of relevant experience 10%
• Language proficiency in English. 5%
• Knowledge of Athi Water Works Development Agency’s Mandate 5%
9. Interested Individual consultants may obtain further information at the address below during office hours 0800 to
1700 Hours from Monday to Friday excluding lunch hour (1300 to 1400Hrs) and public holidays.
10. Expressions of interest must be delivered to the address below by 21st February, 2023 at 12.00 noon East African
time and mention ‘Project Communication Consultancy’.
Chief Executive Officer
Athi Water Works Development Agency (AWWDA),
Athi Water Plaza, Muthaiga North Road Off Kiambu Road
Nairobi, P.O Box 45283-00100 Nairobi.
Tel: 254 020 2724292/3 , Fax: 254 020 2724295
Email: info@awwda.go.ke