Scope of Work and Deliverables

The consultant will perform the following tasks:

• The consultant will conduct an assessment to determine the investment readiness status of the 12 BEs. This will be done through physical visits to the BEs sites.
• The consultant will provide training, coaching and mentorship to support the BEs to develop/review documents including Business plans, Pitch decks and 3-year financial plans.

3.1 Investment Readiness Assessment:

• Assess the current financial and operational status of selected Biodigester Enterprises.
• Identify gaps in business models, financial management, and investment readiness.
• Provide a detailed report with actionable recommendations for each BE on how to improve their readiness for investment.

3.2 Business Plan Development:

• Guide BEs through the process of developing or refining business plans that align with investor expectations.
• Ensure business plans get tailored to the specific needs of each enterprise and sector, considering financial projections, market strategies, and operational goals.
• Work closely with BEs to incorporate recommendations & enhance operational efficiency, market penetration, and financial sustainability.

3.3 Baseline Financial Data Development:

• Support BEs to compile and analyse their financial data, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Provide tools, templates, and training to help BEs develop baseline financial statements, including Profit & Loss (P&L) statements, and cash flow projections. Help BEs understand key financial metrics, profitability, and risk factors associated.

3.4 Advanced Results-Based Financing (RBF) Support:

• Work with BEs to ensure they are well-prepared to apply for and receive advanced RBF.
• Support BEs to develop financial models that clearly demonstrate their capacity to achieve results-based financing objectives.

3.5 Capacity Building and Mentorship:

• Provide capacity building sessions for BEs in areas such as financial management, business development, and investment readiness.
• Offer one-on-one mentorship to address specific challenges and foster long-term growth for each BE.

4. Methodology 

• The assessment will be done through physical visits to the BEs sites
• The mentorship, coaching and training will be done through one-on-one sessions with the BEs. The consultant will conduct both physical and virtual sessions based on the status and needs of the BEs.

5. Consultants’s Deliverables

• A needs assessment report indicating the investment readiness status of all the 12 Bes including recommendations for improvement.
• 12 bankable business plans
• Baseline financial data and refined 12 pitch decks
• In-depth feedback to BEs on business plans with financials/ investment proposals. All documents will be developed by enterprises and reviewed by the consultant.
• 3-year financial plans with realistic projections for all the 12 Bes
• Final consultancy report with Training Materials, including attendance lists, and post-training evaluations.

Note: Committed BEs who complete their documents before the end of the contract will be eligible to receive advance RBFs.

Qualifications