job Description:

Project Background:

Project to build the capacities/skills of 550 Afghan Refugees of age-group 18-40 from Afghan Refugees and host community Villages/Camps and Urban Cluster across KP Province. In addition to vocational education or technical training specially in Hospitality Management sector, organization will also deliver Entrepreneurship Development trainings and Business Incubation activities with previous and new beneficiaries towards their sustainable livelihoods. The business incubation activities will be carried out with the 125 previous beneficiaries and job placement of 125 internees. Additionally, we will engage 302 new Afghan refugees in hospitality management as well as other market demand driven skills training. To ensure the participation of affected people through the project, we designed a strategy to cater to adult learning concepts and the ground reality that daily impacts the capacity of Afghan refugees to incorporate new learnings.

Consultancy on Product Development for hospitality Industry:

The Organization through the funding of donar had implemented a six-month advance tailoring course for the selected 25 female beneficiaries from Afghan Community at Kalkatak Refugee Camp Kessu in 2023. All the selected 25 trainees had successfully completed their training in advance tailoring for hospitality management. After equipping the trainees with the required skills, the Foundation now aims to link them with the hospitality industry, where the trainees will develop products for the hospitality industry as per the need of the industry. In this regard, the service of professional consultant is needed who can assess the skill level of the trainees, based on the findings the consultant will devise and implement an advance level product development training to all the trainees to enable them to develop products for the hospitality industry.

The consultancy is aimed to develop the technical skills of the beneficiaries, in order to make them productive equipped with the required skills and knowledge to become successful entrepreneurs. Whereas the consultant will deliver trainings at community level to the selected beneficiaries, ensure active coordination with the beneficiaries so that the beneficiaries through the support of consultant can understand each and every aspect of product development to establish a sustainable business. Furthermore, the consultant will maintain close rapport with each beneficiary so as to ensure that the learning and development of each beneficiary is according to the par, since the project is aimed to provide a sustainable source of livelihood to each beneficiary. To address the training needs, the consultant will adopt appropriate training model.

Objective of the product development consultancy: The primary objective of this consultancy is to enable the selected 25 female beneficiaries of Kalkatak Refugee Camp Kessu, learn the skill of product development for the hospitality industry so as to earn their own livelihood.

• To provide training and capacity building to the selected beneficiaries in advance tailoring for hospitality industry so as to enable them to develop products for the industry.
• To enhance the existing skills set of the selected beneficiaries in advanced tailoring so that they can develop (selected) products for hospitality industry.
• To improve the overall livelihood of the selected beneficiaries.

Scope of work and expected outputs / deliverables:

• Will assess the current skill level of the trainees and device trainings as per the needs of the beneficiaries. Develop and conduct training programs for the selected beneficiaries on selected products development techniques ensuring efficiency and quality.
• Work on products development (selected products) to ensure that each beneficiary understands the use of machine and product development technicalities.
• Collaborate with the organization to finalize product designs, considering industry standards and market trends.
• Develop detailed specifications and prototypes for each product, ensuring they meet the functional and aesthetic requirements of the hospitality industry.
• Ensure that the designs are practical for production by the trained beneficiaries.
• Assess the current skill levels of the beneficiaries. Identify any skill gaps that need to be addressed to meet the specific requirements of producing high-quality hospitality garments.
• Provide tailored training sessions to enhance the beneficiaries' skills, focusing on advanced tailoring techniques, quality control, and production efficiency.
• Develop a production plan that aligns with the organization's timeline and targets for product delivery.
• Optimize production processes to maximize efficiency while maintaining quality.
• Provide guidance on the use of tools, equipment, and materials to ensure consistent product quality.
• Establish quality control protocols to ensure that all products meet industry standards.
• Train beneficiaries on quality assurance practices, including inspection, testing, and final product evaluation.
• Assist in creating a branding strategy that aligns with the hospitality industry's standards and expectations.
• Provide guidance on pricing strategies and market positioning to ensure the products are competitive.
• Provide regular reports to the organization on milestones achieved, challenges encountered, and recommendations for improvement.
• Ensure that the production aligns with the organization’s social objectives, including the empowerment of beneficiaries.
• Focus on building the capacity of the beneficiaries to continue production independently in the future.
• Provide mentorship and support to ensure sustainable practices are embedded in the production process.
• Maintain regular communication with the organization team and the beneficiaries to ensure alignment on goals and expectations.
• Document the entire process, including challenges, solutions, and lessons learned, for future reference.

Methodology: The consultancy should accomplish the tasks in close coordination with the organization. Following the project plan given by organization team that includes trainings, follow-up visits, monitoring, training refreshers etc.

Time Frame and Input the product development consultancy will be implemented over a time span from September 15, 2024, to November 30, 2024.

Key Qualifications of Consultant

• Degree in Fashion Design or Textile Engineering: Preferably with a focus on garment production or a related field. Or Certification in Tailoring, advance tailoring, fashion designing or Apparel Manufacturing.
• Expertise in the specific garment needs of the hospitality sector, including chef coats, uniforms, and other specialized apparel.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and standards relevant to garment manufacturing.
• Advanced Pattern Making and Garment Construction, the ability to create and refine patterns that meet the specific requirements of hospitality garments.
• Experience in Training and Mentoring: Proven ability to train and mentor individuals in advanced tailoring techniques, especially in a development or community-based setting.
• Minimum of 5 Years of Experience, with a focus on the design, development, and production of uniforms or specialized apparel.
• Prior experience working with NGOs or organizations that focus on capacity building and skill development among marginalized communities will be an added benefit.
• Demonstrated experience in developing products from concept to final production, with a portfolio of successfully launched products.
• Proven experience in setting up quality control protocols and ensuring product consistency and quality.
• Experience in Working with Diverse and Marginalized Communities: Understanding the challenges and dynamics of working with beneficiaries in community-based settings.
• Sensitivity to Social Objectives: Experience in aligning commercial product development with social objectives, such as empowerment and sustainability.

REPORTING REQUIREMENTS AND DELIVERABLES

The assignment should start no later than 10^th September 2024 and must be completed within the timeframe mentioned in the deliverables below which is based on an intensive cycle to keep and create clear momentum for delivery.

Terms of payment: The consultant will get payment as per agreed contract to carry out this assignment as per the TOR.

Note:

We maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards Sexual Exploitation and Abuse. All selected candidates will undergo comprehensive background checks and stringent controls.

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage female candidates to apply.

This role needs to be filled as soon as possible, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.