Republic of Kenya
Ministry of Justice, national Cohesion and Constitutional Affairs
National Legal Aid and Awareness Programme
Call for Proposals
Background and Objective
The National Legal Aid (and Awareness) Pilot Programme (NALEAP) was launched on 18th September 2008. NALEAP's broad objective is to improve access to justice in Kenya, especially among the poor, the marginalized and the vulnerable in society.
The NALEAP Steering Committee appointed by the president on 30th November 2007 is composed of representatives from the Ministry of Justice, National Cohesion and Constitutional Affairs, the Judiciary, State Law Office,The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights, Police Department, Prisons Department, Children Services Department, Probation and After Care Services, faculties of law of public universities, the Law Society of Kenya, Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) Kenya, International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) Kenya and the Kenya Network of Paralegal Workers.
NALEAP seeks to advance its mandate of enhancing access to justice through creating legal awareness in the country and promoting the use of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) methods, among other strategies.
The Ministry requests for proposals for consultancy services for;
Ministry of Justice, national Cohesion and Constitutional Affairs
National Legal Aid and Awareness Programme
Call for Proposals
Background and Objective
The National Legal Aid (and Awareness) Pilot Programme (NALEAP) was launched on 18th September 2008. NALEAP's broad objective is to improve access to justice in Kenya, especially among the poor, the marginalized and the vulnerable in society.
The NALEAP Steering Committee appointed by the president on 30th November 2007 is composed of representatives from the Ministry of Justice, National Cohesion and Constitutional Affairs, the Judiciary, State Law Office,The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights, Police Department, Prisons Department, Children Services Department, Probation and After Care Services, faculties of law of public universities, the Law Society of Kenya, Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) Kenya, International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) Kenya and the Kenya Network of Paralegal Workers.
NALEAP seeks to advance its mandate of enhancing access to justice through creating legal awareness in the country and promoting the use of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) methods, among other strategies.
The Ministry requests for proposals for consultancy services for;
- Development of a Strategic Plan for the National legal Aid and Awareness Programme
- Development of a National Legal Awareness Strategy
- Development of a training of trainers' manual on Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Tasks and Scope of the Consultancy for Development of a National Legal Aid and Awareness Strategy Plan 2009/2012
The consultant will facilitate and provide overall guidance in the development of the programme's Strategic Plan incorporating a Monitoring and Evaluation system, schedules, logical framework, implementation plan and budget projections.
Consultants Qualifications and Specifications
The consultant should have appropriate skills, knowledge and experience in development of institutional strategic Plans. Specifically, only persons with these qualifications will be considered:
The consultant will facilitate and provide overall guidance in the development of the programme's Strategic Plan incorporating a Monitoring and Evaluation system, schedules, logical framework, implementation plan and budget projections.
Consultants Qualifications and Specifications
The consultant should have appropriate skills, knowledge and experience in development of institutional strategic Plans. Specifically, only persons with these qualifications will be considered:
- At least 5 years experience in strategic planning, management, budgeting, and expertise in monitoring and evaluation.
- A relevant advanced degree in social sciences from a recognized university.
- Previous experience or involvement in public policy formulation processes. Experience in current legal and governance reforms would be an added advantage,
- Excellent communication and writing skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
- Availability for the entire period of the consultancy.
In addition, the consultant should provide proof of tangible evidence of at least three institutional strategic plans he/she has prepared.
TASKS AND SCOPE OF THE CONSULTANCY FOR DEVELOPMENT OF A NATIONAL LEGAL AWARENESS STRATEGY
The consultant will facilitate the development of a national legal awareness strategy, incorporating the participation of GoK departments and agencies, the Law Society of Kenya, Civil Society Organizations, the private sector, the media and members of the public.This consultancy is for a period of one month.
Qualifications
TASKS AND SCOPE OF THE CONSULTANCY FOR DEVELOPMENT OF A NATIONAL LEGAL AWARENESS STRATEGY
The consultant will facilitate the development of a national legal awareness strategy, incorporating the participation of GoK departments and agencies, the Law Society of Kenya, Civil Society Organizations, the private sector, the media and members of the public.This consultancy is for a period of one month.
Qualifications
- A relevant advanced degree in social sciences from a recognized university.
- Proven experience or involvement in public communication and awareness creation processes.
- Knowledge on current legal and governance reforms would be an added advantage.
- Excellent communication and writing skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
- Availability for the entire period of the consultancy.
Tasks and Scope of the Consultancy for Development of a Training of Trainers’ manual on Alternative Dispute Resolution
The consultant will develop a Training of Trainers' manual on Alternative Dispute Resolution suitable for use by the National Legal Aid and Awareness Programme.
Qualifications of the Consultant(s)
The Consultant interested in this assignment should possess the following minimum qualifications:
The consultant will develop a Training of Trainers' manual on Alternative Dispute Resolution suitable for use by the National Legal Aid and Awareness Programme.
Qualifications of the Consultant(s)
The Consultant interested in this assignment should possess the following minimum qualifications:
- A graduate degree in law
- Competence in the application of the Civil Procedure Rules (CAP) 21 Laws of Kenya
- At least 10 years experience in legal practice.
- Training of trainer's certificate in ADR from a recognized institution.
- At least 5 years experience in ADR practice.
- Strong communication skills (oral, written and presentation skills among others).
How to Respond
Interested applicants are expected to put through their responses in not more than 5 pages indicating how they intend to carry out the assignment.
The response should be accompanied with:
Interested applicants are expected to put through their responses in not more than 5 pages indicating how they intend to carry out the assignment.
The response should be accompanied with:
- Detailed CV of the consultant/profile of the firm with C.Vs of the professionals indicating educational background, relevant qualifications and experience;
- At least two recently completed assignments/projects similar in nature to the proposed task together with the postal, email and telephone addresses of the respective clients;
- A proposed approach and methodology for the research, including timeline and (negotiable) budget.
- Copies of registration certificate, PIN, VAT and tax compliance certificates.
The proposal(s) should be addressed as indicated below in plain sealed envelopes and send either by post to The Permanent Secretary.
Ministry of Justice, National Cohesion and Constitutional Affairs,
PO Box 56057-00200. Nairobi on the 7th floor of Co-operative Bank house, Haile Selassie Avenue, Nairobi, so as to reach on or before 12.00 noon, Tuesday 11th August 2009
Ministry of Justice, National Cohesion and Constitutional Affairs,
PO Box 56057-00200. Nairobi on the 7th floor of Co-operative Bank house, Haile Selassie Avenue, Nairobi, so as to reach on or before 12.00 noon, Tuesday 11th August 2009
