BIDS & ADVERTS 2025
Call for Proposals:
Provision of Artisan Skilling Services under the SHESOARS Program
Reach Out Mbuya Community Health Initiative (ROM) invites qualified training institutions or vocational centers to express interest in providing practical skilling services to Adolescent Girls and Young Women (AGYW) under the SHESOARS project. The program aims to empower AGYW through hands-on training and mentorship in selected trades to enhance employability and self-reliance.
Scope of Work
The provider will deliver hands-on training for adolescent girls and boys in multiple trades, including but not limited to Bakery, soap making, reusable pad production and Book making. Applicants are encouraged to propose additional short-term trades that demonstrate market relevance and align with the project’s objectives. The provider should have the capacity to support the 4 trades mentioned above.
The artisan should be able to provide training material for the youth.
As part of ROM’s commitment to sustainable skilling and mentorship, the selected training institution will be encouraged, where feasible, to integrate qualified graduates from previous ROM-supported skilling programs as assistant trainers or demonstrators. This is a desirable consideration but not a mandatory requirement, and all engagements shall be based on demonstrated competence and supervision by the lead trainers.
Key Responsibilities
• Conduct practical group training sessions in agreed trades.
• Provide safe and conducive learning environments.
• Ensure inclusion of life skills, work readiness, and mentorship components.
• Conduct regular trainee assessments and maintain attendance records.
• Prepare and submit training completion reports and certification lists.
Eligibility Criteria:
Criteria | Requirement |
Experience | Proven track record in vocational or hands-on skilling for youth/Adolescents (attach evidence). |
Registration | Valid institutional registration or operational permit. DIT certificate required |
Trainers | Qualified trainers with practical experience in respective trades. |
Capacity | Ability to accommodate and manage up to 240 trainees. |
Trades | Ability to deliver multiple trades; provide evidence (trainer profiles, course outlines, past training photos). |
Submission Requirements:
- Brief technical proposal outlining methodology and experience.
- List of available trades and trainer profiles.
- At least one reference or recommendation letter for previous work done.
- Proof of registration/permit.
- Detailed cost proposal for the full engagement.
- DIT certificate How to Apply:
Interested applicants should DOWNLOAD the APPLICATION FORM from here and fill ALL sections of the application and email on bids@reachoutmbuya.org by Friday October 17, 5pm. Late submission will automatically be disqualified
Address to:
The Procurement Office,
Reach Out Mbuya Community Health Initiative (ROM)
Plot 1 Boazman Road, Mbuya Parish, Nakawa Division, Kampala