Background

United Purpose (UP) is an international development charity dedicated to upholding the Sustainable Development Goals and combating global poverty and inequality through community-led initiatives. By working with local partners and community groups in 12 countries, UP impacts over 3 million individuals annually. Following a merger with The Gorta Group in 2021, UP and Self-Help Africa now collectively reach nearly 5 million people across 17 countries, focusing on agriculture, nutrition, and enterprise development projects. UP remains active in The Gambia under the name United Purpose.

Introduction

The Waitrose’s Climate Resilience Program, led by United Purpose/Self Help Africa in partnership with Radville Farm in The Gambia and funded by Waitrose Foundation, addresses the challenges faced by farming communities due to climate change. A consultancy is needed to develop Climate-Smart Agricultural manuals and videos for training, aimed at improving agricultural practices and enhancing food security. The project includes training of trainers and youths at the demonstration farm to build resilience towards climate change.

Additionally, the program supports communities with irrigation, school gardens, and training on climate-smart agriculture to empower individuals and enhance food security.

Scope of Work:

1. Development of Climate-Smart Agricultural Manuals/Guides
2. Video Production for Training Purposes
3. Training of Trainers on Climate-Smart Agriculture Practices
4. Training of 20 apprentices on Climate Smart Agriculture

Interested candidates are requested to send an email to rugie.jallow@united-purpose.org and cc grace.gomez@united-purpose.org to request for the bid documents.

The deadline for the submission of bids is Wednesday 22^nd May 2024 at 5:00pm.

Please note that no late bids will be accepted. United Purpose is not bound to select the lowest or any of the bids submitted.

United Purpose, 55 Kairaba Ave, 2^nd Floor, Modern Stationery Building, Fajara, Serrekunda, PO Box 2164, The Gambia.

Registered Charity in Gambia (No: A18 NGO) and Senegal (No: 04080 MFSNEFMF/DDC/DONG)