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6+ Projects Delivered
2 Countries
80+ Participants Trained
3+ Donor Partners
Assessment & Research Capacity Building
Kilifi, Kenya April – August 2024
YISA Programme

Enterprise Capacity Assessment & BDS Curriculum Development for Aquaculture Value Chain Actors

Client Farm Africa

Evaluation of enterprise capacity of selected mariculture value chains in Kilifi County, guiding the development of Business Development Services for MSMEs in the mariculture sector.

Key Objectives (3)
  1. Assess enterprise capacity of MSMEs in the mariculture sector in Kilifi County.
  2. Identify the BDS training needs of MSMEs in the mariculture sector.
  3. Recommend targeted BDS interventions to strengthen the capacity of MSMEs in Kilifi County.
Mariculture MSMEs BDS
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Infrastructure Assessment & Research
Mogadishu, Somalia March – October 2024

Strengthening Hydro-Met and Hazard Monitoring

Client FGS Ministry of Finance (SCRP)

Evaluating hydrometeorological network requirements, designing an optimized network with equipment specifications, and building long-term institutional capacity for the Ministry of Energy and Water Resources.

Key Objectives (5)
  1. Assess equipment and maintenance needs for the hydromet infrastructure in Somalia.
  2. Develop the technical design of the hydromet network and prepare equipment procurement specifications.
  3. Create a comprehensive O&M plan for the hydromet network.
  4. Identify long-term training needs as part of the institutional capacity development plan.
  5. Provide training to hydrometeorological staff on O&M for hydromet stations.
Hydromet Infrastructure Somalia
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Capacity Building Assessment & Research
Baledwyne, Somalia August 2023

Capacity Needs Assessment and Development Measures for Farmers in Beledwyne

Client GIZ

Rapid assessment of agricultural practices in the context of integrated water resource management to identify capacity gaps and recommend interventions that enhance agricultural productivity and build resilience.

Key Objectives (4)
  1. Conduct a rapid assessment of agricultural practices in the context of integrated water resource management.
  2. Identify existing human and structural capacity gaps.
  3. Recommend targeted interventions to enhance agricultural productivity.
  4. Improve farmers' capacities and build resilience in the overall agricultural sector.
Agriculture IWRM Somalia
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TVET & Training
Mogadishu, Somalia December 2022 – October 2023

Short-Term TVET Training in the Benadir Region

Client GIZ

Training 80 participants across five occupational profiles over 7 months, delivered in Somali language, equipping participants with practical skills tailored to the local job market.

Key Objectives (5)
  1. 15 trainees in car mechanics.
  2. 20 trainees in media design.
  3. 15 trainees in renewable energy (solar installation).
  4. 15 trainees in plumbing and pipe fitting.
  5. 15 trainees in metalwork and welding.
TVET Vocational Solar
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Capacity Building TVET & Training
Baladweyne, Somalia November 2022

Capacity Building for Women and Youth on Sustainable Agricultural Practices

Client GIZ

Enhancing skills of women and youth in sustainable water resource management with a focus on increasing agricultural production through targeted training on ecological relationships and effective water use.

Key Objectives (6)
  1. Engage stakeholders and conduct community consultations.
  2. Assess and identify training needs and capacity gaps.
  3. Develop training schedule, content and materials on sustainable water use in agriculture.
  4. Present and validate training materials with key stakeholders.
  5. Establish participant selection criteria and create a participant list.
  6. Conduct the trainings, workshops, and seminars.
Women Youth Agriculture
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Curriculum
Mogadishu, Somalia July 2024

Developing Entrepreneurship Curricula & Harmonisation of Existing Curricular and Trainer's Manual

Client Ministry of Labour & Social Affairs (MoLSA)

Designing entrepreneurship curricula, harmonising existing content, identifying gaps for enhancement, and creating comprehensive trainer manuals to equip instructors for effective curriculum delivery.

Key Objectives (5)
  1. Conduct a thorough needs assessment to ensure practical learning aligned with industry standards and market demands.
  2. Review best practices at regional, continental, and global levels.
  3. Provide evidence-based recommendations on how MoLSA can support trainees in achieving self-employment.
  4. Harmonise existing curricula and identify gaps for enhancement.
  5. Develop comprehensive trainer manuals for effective curriculum delivery.
Entrepreneurship Curriculum TVET
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