Consultancy for the Development of Somalia SRHR Total Market Approach (TMA) Strategy

Objective of the Consultancy

To develop a context-specific, evidence-based Total Market Approach (TMA) strategy that maximizes the contributions of all sectors and strengthens access, equity, and sustainability in family planning/birth spacing service delivery in Somalia.

3.1. Specific Objectives

• To conduct a comprehensive market landscape analysis of family planning and SRH service and product delivery in Somalia, identifying key actors, market segments, financing flows, distribution channels, and client profiles across public, private, and NGO sectors.
• To assess the existing policy, regulatory, and stewardship environment and identify opportunities to strengthen the government’s capacity to coordinate and steward a total market approach to family planning.
• To segment the FP/SRH market based on socio-economic, demographic, willingness to pay and behavioural data to inform targeted interventions that ensure equitable access for underserved populations.
• To identify gaps, inefficiencies, and duplications in the current FP/SRHR service delivery and commodity distribution systems across market sectors, and propose strategies to address them.
• To engage relevant stakeholders through consultations, key informant interviews, and validation workshops to ensure the TMA strategy is participatory, context-appropriate, and aligned with national priorities.
• To develop a costed, evidence-based Total Market Approach strategy that defines roles of different sectors, outlines priority actions, and proposes implementation, financing, and monitoring frameworks.
• To facilitate capacity-building and knowledge transfer to key Ministry of Health officials and partners on TMA concepts, stewardship responsibilities, and sustainable market development.

4. Scope of Work

The consultant will:

• Conduct a comprehensive market assessment to map public, private (including for-profit and not-for-profit), and community FP service and product providers.
• Analyze the policy, regulatory, and financing environment for family planning in Somalia.
• Identify market gaps, client segmentation, pricing structures, and supply dynamics.
• Facilitate stakeholder consultations and validation workshops with MoH, UN agencies, NGOs, private sector actors, and donors.
• Draft a Somalia TMA Strategy for Family Planning, including:
  • Vision, goals, and objectives
  • Market segmentation and target populations
  • Roles and responsibilities of each sector
  • Financing and sustainability approaches
  • Regulatory and stewardship frameworks
  • Monitoring and evaluation framework
• Present the draft and final strategy to stakeholders for review and endorsement.

5. Deliverables and Timeline

Deliverable

Timeline (From contract signing)

1 Inception report with detailed work plan and methodology - Within 2 weeks

2 Market assessment report - Within 6 weeks

3 Stakeholder consultation summary reports - Within 8 weeks

4 Draft TMA Strategy Document - Within 10 weeks

5 Validation workshop presentation and PowerPoint - Within 11 weeks

6 Final TMA Strategy Document (incorporating feedback) - Within 12 weeks

6. Duration of the Assignment

The consultancy is expected to take 30 working days over a 12 weeks period from the date of contract signing, inclusive of all deliverables and review periods.

7. Qualifications and Experience

• Advanced degree in Public Health, Health Economics, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• At least 4 years of experience in developing FP or health strategies, preferably involving Total Market Approaches.
• Strong understanding of reproductive health commodity markets and health systems in fragile or low-resource settings.
• Experience working in humanitarian or conflict-affected environments is highly desirable.
• Proven skills in facilitation, data analysis, and technical report writing.
• Fluency in English required; proficiency in Somali or Arabic is an asset.

8. Work Modality and Travel

• The consultancy will be conducted remotely, and through some in-country travel for stakeholder consultations and validation workshops, depending on the security situation. PAC will handle all travel and logistics for the consultant when and where applicable
• The Ministry of Health, PAC and UNFPA will provide support in coordinating meetings and facilitating access to stakeholders.
• Security clearances and adherence to MOH, PAC and UNFPA travel protocols will be required for any in-person engagement where applicable.

9. Reporting and Supervision

The consultant will report to the PAC Program Manager. Close collaboration with UNFPA Somalia Country Office, FMOH Somalia and other relevant TMA partners will be expected.

10. Reference Documents

Applicants are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the following:

• Somalia National RMNCAH Strategy
• Somalia Family Planning Costed Implementation Plan (CIP)
• WHO and UNFPA guidance on Total Market Approach

11. Intellectual Property and Confidentiality

All documents and materials produced will remain the property of the Federal Ministry of Health and UNFPA. The consultant shall maintain strict confidentiality on all project-related information and may not reproduce or share any content without written consent.

Application Process

Interested candidates or firms are invited to submit the following documents:

• Cover letter detailing suitability for the assignment
• Technical proposal outlining approach and methodology
• Financial proposal in USD (daily or lump-sum rate, with breakdown)
• Updated CV(s) of proposed consultant
• Samples of relevant work (strategy documents or market assessments)
• At least two professional references

Deadline for submission: 25 July 2025 at 17:00 EAT

Email submissions to: [email protected] and copy [email protected]

Subject line: Application – TMA Strategy Consultant – Somalia

Note***:** Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.*