eC2: Preparation of a Kenya Electricity Sector Investment Prospectus for 2017-2020

Deadline: 16-Mar-2017 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)

The Ministry of Energy and Petroleum in Kenya is mandated to develop and promote esmapenergy technologies in the country. The mission of the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum is to facilitate provision of clean, sustainable, affordable, competitive, reliable and secure energy services for national development while protecting the environment. The Ministry’s vision is to promote equitable access to quality energy services at least cost while protecting the environment.

The overall objective of this consultancy is to facilitate the development and publication of Kenya’s electricity sector investment plan for the period 2017-2020, to meet the stated goals and objectives on energy provision, as well as adhere to international best practice.

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eC2: Assessment of Battery Energy Storage Applications in the West African Power Pool Utilities and Countries

Deadline: 23-Mar-2017 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)

The work under this project will be done through the three major tasks described below:solar-energy
1. Feasibility study of energy storage for frequency support in WAPP power system

2. Assessment of energy storage applications in WAPP countries (on grid systems and off-grid mini grids, building/factory storage, etc.)

3. Financial assessment of incorporating energy storage for grid support

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eC2:PPP VIABILITY STUDIES FOR 8 MUNICIPAL PROJECTS

Deadline: 22-Mar-2017 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)PPPs

Under the terms of this consultancy, it is envisioned that the consultant will support the relevant Contracting Authorities (CA) and undertake studies that will consider the projects in light of the economic, legal, financial, market, socio/environmental, affordability and value for money factors. The studies will allow the CA to determine the projects viability, whether they should pursue a PPP solution for the selected facilities, and what form of PPP should be developed.

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eC2: Lighting Asia – Bangladesh Consumer Education and Outreach Campaign Evaluation Audit

Deadline: 15-Mar-2017 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)light-bulb-297489_640

The objective of this assignment is to probe and develop in depth understanding of the impacts of the Surjobati campaign in creating knowledge, understanding and appreciation of quality verified off grid lighting products as a viable solution to the lighting needs of off-grid or semi off grid population of Bangladesh. Specific parameters that the impact assessment would be done on are a) Reach of the campaign and b) Effectiveness of the campaign. Continue reading

eC2:Guideline on Climate and Natural Disaster Resilience in Urban Rail Projects

Deadline: 13-Mar-2017 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)index

The objective of this consulting engagement is to support World Bank team in the development of a working paper on the incorporation of Climate and Natural Disaster Resilience measures in Urban Rail Projects. The working paper will support the development of Chapter 15 of the Guidebook titled Climate and Natural Disasters Resilience.

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eC2:Support for the PPP Institutional Framework and Development of the PPP Project Portfolio

Deadline: 14-Mar-2017 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)PPPs

The objectives of this technical assistance project for Burkina Faso are as follows:

  • assess and support the development of an enabling PPP institutional framework,
  • evaluate and review a portfolio of priority PPP projects, and
  • support the capacity building of key personnel in PPP ministries and agencies by means of training seminars.

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eC2:Firm for Data and Capacity Assessment of Selected Municipalities

Deadline: 07-Mar-2017 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)Data collections

The primary objective of this consultancy is to develop a comprehensive prioritized investment plan and policy strategy to enhance geospatial capacity going forward for municipalities across Nepal.

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eC2:Consultancy for Program Review of Rwanda Program for Results Project

Deadline: 02-Mar-2017 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)ieg-pforrimage

The review team will be responsible for the following tasks.
Design the review including methodologies, triangulation systems and timetable. Produce and inception report (no longer than 10 pages)  A draft and report: Manage the process of the review (ensuring strong ownership on the part of all key stakeholders) Incorporate comments: Produce final review report which should be a maximum of 30 pages and include: a set of actionable recommendations for consideration in the design of any future P4R and ; a concise 2 page summary
Produce relevant presentations

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eC2: National Student Assessment, Bangladesh

Deadline: 26-Feb-2017 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)

The National Student Assessment (NSA) 2011, 2013 and NSA 2015 assessed the learning for-better-early-childhood-care-and-education-in-sri-lankaachievement of the aforementioned pupils relative to the learning outcomes prescribed in the primary curriculum. Other objectives were: to investigate differences in pupil achievement by key system, school and pupil factors {e.g., division, district, school type, locality (urban v. rural), and gender}; to examine the relationships between achievement and factors such as school size, class size, pupil-teacher ratio, attendance rate, teachers’ qualifications and training, training of school managers, and frequency of inspection; and to draw implications for improvements in teaching and learning through enhanced policy actions, planning and management, and teacher education. It is expected that relevant Government of Bangladesh (GoB) line agencies will utilize the findings and recommendations in order to inform educational planning of sub-components such as teacher professional development and curriculum reform.

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eC2: TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO INCREASE CLIMATE RESILIENCE OF KENYAS NATIONAL ROAD NETWORK

Deadline: 06-Mar-2017 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)

The activity aims to enhance climate resilience of the Kenya’s national road networkpicathrough:

  • Conducting vulnerability assessment of priority national road corridors;
  • Development of Guidelines for the Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment;
  • Development of Guidelines for Climate Resilience Audit of road engineering designs;
  • Pilot climate resilience audit of a road engineering design.

The duration of the assignment is about 6 months.

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