{"id":5051,"date":"2026-07-27T10:24:04","date_gmt":"2026-07-27T08:24:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theacbf.org\/?post_type=consultancy&p=5051"},"modified":"2026-07-27T10:26:30","modified_gmt":"2026-07-27T08:26:30","slug":"individual-consultancy-services-website-services-retainer-contract-two-years","status":"publish","type":"consultancy","link":"https:\/\/theacbf.org\/fr\/consultancies\/individual-consultancy-services-website-services-retainer-contract-two-years\/","title":{"rendered":"Individual Consultancy Services: Website Services (Retainer Contract \u2013 Two Years)"},"content":{"rendered":"

RFP Reference No.:<\/strong> ACBF\/RFP\/002\/2026\/UBORA
Issue Date:<\/strong> 23 JULY 2026
Contract Duration:<\/strong> Two (2) Years Retainer Agreement<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Introduction<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF) is the African Union\u2019s specialized agency for capacity development. Since its establishment in 1991, the Foundation has significantly contributed to strengthening capacity across the continent, supporting over 50,000 public officials, more than 70 institutions of higher learning, and creating a network of over 50 African think tanks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As part of its 2023\u20132027 strategic plan, ACBF launched the UBORA Academy, an e-learning and capacity development platform that delivers cutting-edge, pan-African learning solutions to address Africa\u2019s development priorities. UBORA Academy seeks to promote accessible, impactful, and inclusive learning experiences to advance competencies in areas including Economic and Social Governance, Climate Change & Energy for Productive Use, Agribusiness & Food Sovereignty, and Trade as an Engine for Economic Development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Webservice consultant will play an important role in the delivery of the Ubora Academy programs and maintenance of its Learning Management System and website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A. Objectives of the consultancy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The objectives of the consultancy are to provide web services and technical support required to launch the PAID LEAPS programme,  as well as future programmes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

B. Scope Of Work For The Consultant<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The consultant is expected to carry out the following tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maintain, update and provide other required services for the Ubora Academy portal and Learning Management System.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Online Program Delivery and Services.
    • Prepare program delivery on the Ubora Academy Learning Management System and provide IT and web technical support to the Academy staff, instructors, and students.<\/li><\/ul>\n
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      • Provide support to Ubora Academy clients and external partners when necessary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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        • Any other tasks that may be assigned.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          C. Deliverables<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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          • The Ubora Academy website and LMS are maintained, updated and running optimally.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Online delivery programs supported in a timely manner.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Functional web and program delivery services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
            Deliverable<\/strong><\/td>Timeline<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
            The Ubora Academy website and LMS are maintained, updated, and running optimally.<\/td>At least 15 working days before start of programs.<\/td><\/tr>
            Online delivery programs supported in a timely manner.<\/td>Throughout the delivery of the programme<\/td><\/tr>
            Functional web and program delivery services.<\/td>Throughout the delivery of the programme. <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

            D. Qualifications of the Consultant<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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            • University Degree with a major in Computer Science or Information Systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • A minimum of 5 years of experience developing web-based systems for NGOs or similar organizations<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Strong skills in web development platforms and technologies, including Apache, PHP, CSS3, XML, Ajax, jQuery, HTML5, HTML\/XHMTL, Java, JavaScript, and other relevant programming and scripting languages<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Extensive experience with MySQL and Oracle databases<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Experience developing or implementing repository management systems or learning management systems would be an advantage<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Experience developing for mobile environments<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Experience with Moodle deployment<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Experience in managing IT services<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Open, cooperative team player<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              E. Modalities of Work<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

              The consultant will work remotely to support the preparation and delivery of courses. The programme consists of 5 modules delivered over a period of 4 months.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

              F. Reporting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

              The consultant will report to the Ubora Academy Director<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              G. Payment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

              The consultant shall be paid a lump sum amount for each course module delivered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              H. Evaluation Criteria<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

              The selection of the successful Consultant will be based on the Individual Consultant Selection Method. Evaluation of the proposals will be evaluated based on evaluating the qualifications and experience of the consultant at a minimum technical score of 70% and above. The evaluation committee shall evaluate the technical Proposals based on their responsiveness to the Terms of Reference, applying the evaluation criteria and point system specified below: A consultant should obtain a minimum score of 70 out of 100 to be considered technically responsive and eligible for financial evaluation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              #<\/strong><\/td>Evaluation Criteria<\/strong><\/td>Weight (%)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
              1<\/td>University Degree with a major in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field<\/td>10<\/td><\/tr>
              2<\/td>Minimum 5 years’ experience developing web-based systems for NGOs or similar organizations<\/td>20<\/td><\/tr>
              3<\/td>Proficiency in web development technologies (Apache, PHP, CSS3, XML, Ajax, jQuery, HTML5, Java, JavaScript, etc.)<\/td>20<\/td><\/tr>
              4<\/td>Extensive experience with MySQL and Oracle databases<\/td>10<\/td><\/tr>
              5<\/td>Experience developing or implementing repository management systems or Learning Management Systems (LMS)<\/td>10<\/td><\/tr>
              6<\/td>Experience developing applications for mobile environments<\/td>5<\/td><\/tr>
              7<\/td>Experience with Moodle deployment, customization, and administration<\/td>10<\/td><\/tr>
              8<\/td>Experience in managing IT services and supporting digital platforms<\/td>10<\/td><\/tr>
              9<\/td>Open, cooperative team player with strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills<\/td>5<\/td><\/tr>
              Total<\/strong><\/td> <\/strong><\/td>100<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

              I. Application Process<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

              The application should include: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n