TOR FOR MARKET SURVEY FOR LIVELIHOOD PROJECTS IN SELECTED LOCATIONS IN SOUTHERN SOMALIA AND SOMALILAND (DRC)

BACKGROUND

DRC started working in Somalia since 1997 supporting Ethiopian Refugees, Somalis Returnees and Internally Displace Persons. Currently, DRC programs focuses on people uprooted by conflict and natural disasters including IDPs populations, and host communities. Our core programming areas includes; Food Security and Livelihoods, WASH and Infrastructure, Protection and Advocacy, Community Development, as well as Emergency Response. 

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROJECTS

The objectives of the projects under which this market survey will be conducted include:

a)      To protect and support primary livelihood mechanisms in selected locations of Mogadishu and Somaliland (OFDA)

b)      Strengthening of conflict management and critical livelihood capacities for vulnerable youth in Somaliland (Turning the Tide)

OBJECTIVES OF THE MARKET SURVEY

The overall objective of the proposed market survey is to provide information on small scale businesses that have got market potential within the targeted areas and how they contribute to improving the lives of beneficiaries as well as stimulate local economies.

Duration

The assignment will take eighteen (18) chargeable days beginning on a date to be mutually agreed with the selected consultant

The report must be submitted on an agreed date which is not later than two weeks after the completion of the field work.

Liaison and Communications

The assessment will be coordinated by the Livelihoods Coordinator and Area managers of the Somaliland and Mogadishu.

Qualifications:

·      Bachelor’s degree on Commerce, Business, Community Development or related field;

·      Proven experience conducting market assessments, feasibility studies and setting up small businesses;

Application process

Applicants should send a 1-page cover letter that clearly explains their motivation for applying, as well as why they are particularly suited to achieve the job responsibilities, together with their CV (not longer than 4 pages) to: drcjobs@drchoa.org. Please indicate “Market Survey” as the subject heading. 

The deadline for applications is 31 October, 2011.

Candidates can visit http://www.dadaal.com for further information, including the selection criteria