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  African Peer Review Mechanism Secretariat (APRM) P.O. Box X09, Halfway House • Midrand 1685, South Africa. Physical Address: No. 230 15th Road, 1st Floor; Raandjies Park, Halfway House, Midrand South Africa Tel: +27 (0) 11 256 3401 • Fax: +27 (0) 11 256 3456 • Website: www.aprm-au.org   TARGETED REVIEW MISSION: THE REPUBLIC OF KENYA   TENDER CLOSING DATE: 31 st August 2021 at 11.00am Kenya Time or 12.00 hours South Africa time   REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST:  PROCUREMENT NUMBER: EOI/ APRM/TR /AH /EUKE /09/2021: INDIVIDUAL NATIONAL CONSULTANT TO CONDUCT A TARGETED REVIEW ON “AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNDER THE BIG 4 AGENDA IN THE REPUBLIC OF KENYA”   Description of the Assignment:   Targeted Review on “Affordable Housing under the Big 4 Agenda in the Republic of Kenya” Commencement of Assignment- (to be confirmed upon signing of the contract) Public Sector-Governance Grant Number: PANAF/2020/420-467 Country: South Africa Project Title: APRM: AGA-SP   BACKGROUND   In December 2020, The African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) received financing from the European Union (EU) in support of a three-year project. This project takes place within the framework of the African Governance Architecture Support Project (AGA-SP), consistent with the Africa-EU Partnership 2020-2023. The overall objective of the project is to contribute to the achievement of Aspiration 3: ‘An Africa of good governance, respect for human rights, justice and the rule of law’ and Aspiration 6 ‘An Africa, whose development is people driven, relying on the potential of African people, especially its women and youth, and caring for children’ of the African Union’s Agenda 2063.   Under this grant and project, the APRM hereby seeks to procure the services of an experienced Individual National Consultant to conduct a Targeted Review on the theme “ Affordable Housing under the Big 4 Agenda in the Republic of Kenya ”.   OBJECTIVES OF THE ASSIGNMENT   The objective of the Targeted Review is to identify key issues addressing “Affordable Housing in the Republic of Kenya” as a way for Kenya to fulfil its economic and social development mandate. In other words, the Targeted Review report will identify and highlight government efforts to promote housing development and give recommendations for the benefit of the people of Kenya.   The Consultant shall follow and be guided by the objectives contained within each APRM thematic area: Socioeconomic Development (SED) Economic Governance and Management (EGM), Corporate Governance (CG) and Democracy and Political Governance (DPG).   The duration of the assignment is estimated at thirty (30) days including field days, starting from the date the contract is signed. In consultation with relevant staff at the APRM Continental Secretariat, APRM National Secretariat and other stakeholders, the consultant shall prepare and submit the following on the 14 th day from the date of the contract:   A Background paper of about 20 pages; A Key Issues Paper and A Questionnaire building on APRM Questionnaire QUALIFICATION & REQUIREMENTS   The Consultant MUST have one of the following educational backgrounds, experiences and skills and must attach the relevant certificates and testimonials:   A PhD in Public Policy, Urban Studies, Architecture or related fields, with a minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience in developing, implementing and evaluating housing development programs or other relevant programs that involve coordination with National, Continental or International agencies    OR A Master’s degree in in Public Policy, Urban Studies, Architecture or related fields, with a minimum of seven (7) years’ relevant experience in developing, implementing and evaluating housing development programs or other relevant programs that involve coordination with National, Continental or International agencies.   The APRM invites eligible consultants to indicate their interest in the above-mentioned consultancy by providing the requisite information and documentation: Full curriculum vitae that includes information on educational qualifications, professional experience, expertise.  Proof of all academic and professional qualifications by submitting copies of relevant certificates and testimonials. Provide one relevant writing sample/ published report demonstrating writing and research experience and skills. The short-list and the selection procedure shall be in done in accordance with the AU Procurement Manual, version 2.0 dated July 2016. Only Shortlisted Candidates shall be issued with the Terms of Reference (TORS)   Interested Consultants may obtain further information by contacting [email protected] during office hours (8h00-17h00 SAST). Clari fication shall be published on the APRM website (www.aprm-au.org) and MUST be requested not less than seven days prior to the closing date of the bid.   SUBMISSION OF BID: Expressions of interest must be submitted via email: [email protected] on or before 31 st August 2021 at 11.00am Kenya Time or 12.00 hours SA time. The EOI shall be opened on 31 st August 2020 at 11.00 hours Kenya time or 12.00 hours South Africa time. Submission to be titled: REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST:  PROCUREMENT NUMBER: EOI/ APRM/TR /AH /EUKE /09/2021: INDIVIDUAL NATIONAL CONSULTANT TO CONDUCT A TARGETED REVIEW ON “AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNDER THE BIG 4 AGENDA IN THE REPUBLIC OF KENYA” Only bids submitted on time shall be accepted. African Governance Architecture Support Project (AGA-SP) Kenya Not cancelled Request for Expression of Interest Consulting Services- Individual Tuesday, August 31, 2021- 17:00 AU-P804890-08/21 PANAF/2020/420-467 EOI/ APRM/TR /AH /EUKE /09/2021 Housing Friday, August 13, 2021 English Friday, August 13, 2021- 14:29 African Union Commission