REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
“RECRUITMENT OF A DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS
CONSULTANT”
AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT BANK
Avenue Joseph Anoma, 01 B.P. 1387, Abidjan, CÔTE d'IVOIRE
Corporate IT Services Department (TCIS)
E-mail: IT_Recruitment@[Link]
Expressions of interest are being requested for the RECRUITMENT OF A DATA
COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS CONSULTANT
Brief description of the Assignment:
As part of its digital strategy to become a Smart Bank, the African Development Bank has
initiated major digital transformation projects mainly focused on the automation of business
and operational processes.
In this context the consultant will have to work with the IT & Operations teams of the Bank,
Kobo ToolBox and partners such as the World Bank, to design and deploy the Kobo ToolBox
based solution for Remote Appraisal, Supervision, Monitoring and Evaluation (RASME) of
the operation projects, and Build capacity among AfDB’s Task Managers, government
agencies and Country Teams.
The deployment of the solution began in October 2021, so far it has been deployed in 37
African countries. The support continues to be provided to the countries where the solution is
developed, and we continue to deploy the solution in other African countries.
The RASME aims to provide the project teams with tools for remote supervision, real-time
safeguards monitoring, and portfolio mapping for coordination across projects and partners.
The in-field collection of structured digital data will automatically feed into a centralized
system.
The integrated data will include any kind of indicators, based on tailor-made forms; photos,
audio, videos; time and date stamps; and GPS coordinates that allow for automated geo-
mapping of the information.
RASME aims to systematically allow operations to enhance the transparency and accuracy of
M&E and increase the accountability of third-party monitoring.
Department issuing the request: Corporate Information Technology Services (TCIS)
Place of assignment: Abidjan /Cote D’Ivoire
Duration of the assignment: 12 months.
Tentative Date of commencement: 01 July 2025.
Detailed Terms of reference for the assignment: The TOR is in annex 1 below.
Deadline for applications: 20 May 2025 at 17h00 Abidjan local time.
Applications are to be submitted by email to: IT_Recruitment@[Link]
Any questions and requests for clarifications may be sent to: IT_Recruitment@[Link]
Please attach updated Curriculum Vitae based on the template below:
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Development Bank might result in the rejection of my application, termination of my Contract
or any other administrative sanction by the Bank. The African Development Bank may verify
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ANNEX 1: TERMS OF REFERENCE
RECRUITMENT OF A DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS CONSULTANT
Remote Appraisal, Supervision, Monitoring and Evaluation (RASME)
– A KOBO TOOLBOX BASED SOLUTION-
1. THE BANK
The African Development Bank Group (AFDB) is a regional multilateral development
finance institution established in 1963 with a mandate to further the economic development
and social progress of African countries, individually and collectively. The Bank has over
2000 staff members, recruited from a wide geographical area that is only limited by country
membership. This workforce currently comprises 80 different nationalities from Africa, Asia,
Europe and the Americas, thus making the Bank a multicultural institution in every sense of
the word. The Bank has two official languages: English and French. It co-operates with a
large network of international development partners.
2. THE HIRING DEPARTMENT
The strategic objective of the Corporate Information Technology Services Department (TCIS)
is to align the IT delivery strategy with the Bank’s business strategy and to increase
organizational effectiveness through efficient use of the Information Systems (IS). Under the
leadership of the Director/Chief Information Technology Officer, the TCIS department is
mandated by the Bank to deliver the best possible IT services to Bank staff and help achieve
the results that will get the Bank closer to accomplishing its development goals.
3. CONTEXT
As part of its digital strategy to become a Smart Bank, AfDB has initiated major digital
transformation projects mainly focused on the automation of business and operational
processes.
In this context the consultant will have to work with the IT & Operations teams of the Bank,
Kobo ToolBox and partners such as the World Bank, to design and deploy the Kobo
ToolBox based solution for Remote Appraisal, Supervision, Monitoring and Evaluation
(RASME) of the operation projects, and Build capacity among AfDB’s Task Managers,
government agencies and Country Teams.
The deployment of the solution began in October 2021, so far it has been deployed in 37
African countries. The support continues to be provided to the countries where the solution is
developed, and we continue to deploy the solution in other African countries.
4. CONSULTANCY AIMS, OBJECTIVES AND SCOPE OF WORK
a. Objectives
The RASME aims to provide the project teams with tools for remote supervision, real-time
safeguards monitoring, and portfolio mapping for coordination across projects and partners.
The in-field collection of structured digital data will automatically feed into a centralized
system.
The integrated data will include any kind of indicators, based on tailor-made forms; photos,
audio, videos; time and date stamps; and GPS coordinates that allow for automated geo-
mapping of the information.
RASME aims to systematically allows operations to enhance the transparency and accuracy
of M&E and increase the accountability of third-party monitoring.
Based on the above aims, the main objectives are to achieve the following:
- Set up the RASME based on Kobo ToolBox solution for Monotoring and evaluation
(M&E) of the operation projects financed by AfDB.
- Implement the RASME’s method systematically across the portfolio, to allow for real-
time supervision and coordination of operations via a centralized platform that puts all
field data on an interactive map.
- Integrate RASME with existing corporate applications and external systems including
Data and images provided by satellites and drones.
- Set up a customized web portal to suit the AfDB’s requirements for data collection,
storage, visualization, including the user interface to align with the AfDB’s branding and
usability requirements.
- Enhance the data capture forms to include specific fields and formats required by AfDB
operation project teams, ensuring accurate and efficient data collection tailored to their
projects, including the Quarterly Reports, Implementation Progress Reports, etc..
- Build capacity among concerned persons within the Bank’s experts and Government
agencies on the use of the RASME independently and sustainably, customized to their
specific project needs.
b. Scope of work
- The consultant will be embedded in the project team that includes members from the
AfDB’s IT department (TCIS) and Task Mangers, Country & Regional program officers,
and Sector experts in AfDB’s HQ and Regions. The consultant will also interact with the
Kobo ToolBox support team as well as the GEMS 1 team within the World Bank’s
Fragility, Conflict and Violence Group (FVC).
- The adopted solution is hosted in servers within the Kobo ToolBox platform. The
consultant will work on various integrations with corporation applications, Drone and
Satellite image solutions. Also, the consultant will work on dashboard generation through
Power BI based on Bank’s requests. Moreover, the consultant will have to document
and recommend a solution that better meets the AfDB’s needs.
- KoBoToolbox has several advanced features built in based on its open-source libraries,
which include useful add-ons for advanced use cases and many ways to use APIs. The
consultant will be called to work on the integration of existing platforms to RASME
solution, such as drone systems, satellite imagery provider, AfDB’s corporation
applications,etc..
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GEMS : Geo-Enabling initiative for Monitoring and Supervision
- The consultant will work on the detailed design and architecture of the recommended
Kobo ToolBox based solution, then proceed with the implementation. Apart from what
Kobo ToolBox will provide, the AfDB’s team will provide any software, hardware and
access rights required for the implementation of the solution.
- The integrated data can include any kind of indicators, based on tailor-made forms;
photos, audio, videos; time and date stamps; and GPS coordinates that allow for
automated geo-mapping of the information. Using these tools systematically allows
operations to enhance the transparency and accuracy of M&E and increase the
accountability of third-party monitoring
- The consultant will provide direct operational support to the TCIS team as well as
project Task Managers (TMs) and client representatives in Africa countries. A major task
will be to oversee the RASME and implement the solution across the AFDB’s portfolio.
In this regard, the Consultant will be responsible for managing the AFDB’s accounts of
the digital data collection and analysis platform (RASME) and conduct customized
analysis according to the AfDB’s needs. The focus will be to support operational
Monitoring and Evaluation, Project Supervision, Safeguards Monitoring and continuous
Mapping of the Operational Portfolio across the Bank’s country members. This will
require the consultant fully available to guarantee a close collaboration with the Country
Program Officers (COPs) and the Task Mangers (TMs) colleagues.
- The Consultant will have to develop training guidelines, handbook, protocols and
technical platforms, for systematizing and scaling the RASME support across projects
and clients. The consultant will support the TCIS team in (1) rolling out a standard
learning package on the RASME Platform; (2) developing and managing effective
integration with other platforms on which project data can be mapped; and (3) establishing
internal standards and guidelines for the sustainable implementation of the RASME
method and its gradual scaling across client countries. In this regard, the consultant will
closely work with TCIS team, as well as other units and partners, in particular the Kobo
ToolBox support team, and World Bank’s GEMS Team. The consultants will be called
upon to carry out missions in the member countries of the bank to deploy the solution,
support the country teams and provide the required training. These missions will be
organized in accordance with the rules and procedures of the bank.
- After finalizing the RASME solution setup, the Consultant will provide three (3) types
of training:
✓ Technical training for the IT team on RASME administration and monitoring.
The trained person should be able to handle autonomously the implementation of
the identified improvement possibilities, especially integrations with other
applications, data analysis and presentation tools, ... etc.
✓ Training of trainers: training of a team of trainers who will have the task of
providing trainings on the RASME at the regional level first, then afterwards at the
level of the entire Bank.
✓ Training of users of the solution. The Consultant will have to provide trainings to
end users identified within the Region. They will be e composed of Bank’s staff or
Bank’s External Clients. We aim to train during the RASME deployment phase a
minimum 100 persons: 30 Bank’s staff and 10 persons per countries in the Region
(10 persons x 7 countries).
- The Consultant to propose the training program, with the number of days required for
each type of training, and training planning. The RASME’s Project Team will examine
and approve the proposed training program, then provide all logistical and organizational
support to ensure the smooth running of the training.
- After the training, each participant should have acquired the necessary skills to use the
tools and methods independently for the benefit of the portfolio’s M&E system and
supervision needs. The Consultant will provide the participants the access to a
RASME’s central digital platform for monitoring the portfolio in near real-time.
- During the training and after the training, the Consultant will have to oversee the
sustainable application of the RASME method across the Bank’s portfolio and ensure that
gradually all projects are integrated into the system. In this regard, the Consultant will be
called to provide follow-up support to users to ensure that the system is leveraged
sustainably. Help to digitize data collection questionnaires for specific clients and
projects, explore options for collaboration on data exchange and analysis with partners,
and produce practical guidance material and source books on complementary field-
appropriate ICT tools and procedures for operational engagement in bank’s Country
members’ contexts.
- The consultant will also support the wider “Smart Bank “agenda. In this regard, the
consultant will work with the TCIS team and Bank’s Operation teams to explore and
apply complementary field-appropriate ICT tools and procedures to increase effectiveness
and accountability of operational engagement. ICT-based approaches that will be explored
include inter alia (a) the use of mobile networks and SMS-based systems for citizen
engagement, beneficiary feedback, and grievance redress mechanisms; (b) leveraging 'big
data', call detail records, and other data sources for complementary monitoring tasks; and
(c) satellite-based earth observation and remote sensing through drones and sensor
technology for supervision activities. The above list is not exhaustive and may be
extended during implementation of the activity.
5. DELIVERABLES
Throughout the assignment, the consultant will submit the deliverables (listed below with
“Acceptance required?” equal to “Yes”) for the Bank’s review and approval.
- Work plan based on the objectives and scope of work above (paragraphs 3.1 and 3.2).
- The report illustrating the support provided to Countries and Bank’s staff as well as
the KPIs showing the adoption improvement.
- The required documents for the deployment of RASME in additional countries,
including the deployment plan, the training program, the support and communication
documents.
- RASME solution working and tested.
- Standards and guidelines for the sustainable implementation of the RASME method
and its gradual scaling across client countries.
- The Training Program and materials (user guides, RASME handbook, training
documents, demo, online access, …etc.).
- Training project teams from government agencies, AfDB’s Task Managers, and
Country Teams.
- Oversee the sustainable application of the RASME method across the Bank’s
portfolio and ensure that gradually all projects are integrated in the system.
Deliverables shall be deemed accepted unless the written rejection notification is received by
the consultant in the timeframe specified.
If a rejection notification is received, the consultant will correct problems with a deliverable
that are in scope for the project, after which the deliverable is deemed accepted.
6. PROFILE OF THE CONSULTANT
- At least Master or engineering graduate qualification in computer science, data
analysis, Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) or related areas.
- At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in M&E, Data Analysis, ICT,
Geographic Information Systems (GIS), geospatial analysis or development work,
with a clear demonstration of the ability to apply technologies to solve the challenges
of development interventions.
- Substantial experience in the administration of digital data collection and analysis
tools (including platform administration, questionnaire creation, field data collection,
data analysis), through KoBo Toolbox.
- Advanced skills in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and geospatial analysis,
and experience in the creation of both static maps and interactive mapping
applications.
- Knowledge of M&E systems, especially as they apply to fragile contexts,
demonstrated through field experience.
- Excellent communication skills, with an ability to adapt to an audience that is
operational, but not necessarily knowledgeable of ICT issues.
- Fluent English or French language skills, enabling the consultant to conduct
interactive technical trainings in English or French, and to produce high-quality
written outputs. Advanced French language skills are an advantage.
- Excellent workflow management skills and a proactive attitude.
- Ability for teamwork in a multicultural environment.
- Client Orientation - Maintains client relationships in the face of conflicting demands
or directions and provides evidence-based advice and solutions based on sound
diagnosis and knowledge.
- Ability to analyze complex information quickly and simply for audiences.
- Good political and personal judgment.
- Strong communication/interpersonal skills
- Proven analytical background.
- Advanced skills in MS office applications, in particular Excel and PowerPoint.
7. DURATION
The assignment duration is twelve (12) months. Renewal will be based on the quality of the
work provided and the satisfaction of the clients, including all stakeholders with whom the
consultant will deal.
8. DUTY STATION
The work will be done at the Bank’s Regional Office in Tunis - Tunisia. Specific
authorization could be given by the RASME project manager for remote work.
9. REPORTING LINE
The consultant will report to the Business Relationship Manager in charge of IT Solutions for
Operations, and work closely with the Regional IT Coordinators, the IT officers, the Bank
project manager, sponsor, the government agencies and other designees to manage project
problems, risks, and change requests.
10. REMUNERATION
The consultant submits his financial offer which will be negotiated if he is selected. The
consultant will receive a monthly lump sum rate based on his experience and in accordance to
the Bank’s rules. No additional benefits or per diem will be paid. The individual consultant is
responsible for his/her own health insurance and own accommodation costs.
If the Bank asks the consultant to be physically present in an African country for a certain
short period, the rules of the bank which governs travels will be applied, in particular in terms
of subsistence allowance, transport costs and various other travel-related expenses justified by
the Consultant and accepted by the Bank.
