The Selected IT Consultant will conduct the following Tasks.IT systems assessment &amp; gaps analysis<ul><li>Review NFP’s existing systems (QuickBooks, Excel-based farmer databases, manual loan tracking).</li><li>Identify inefficiencies, data fragmentation risks, scalability constraints, and reporting limitations.</li><li>Assess cybersecurity, data protection, and compliance requirements.</li><li>Engage key stakeholders (management, field staff, finance team) to gather user requirements </li></ul>Prototype development<ul><li>Develop minimum viable prototypes (MVPs) for:</li><li>Farmer Database System (cloud-based/offline-capable, with farmer profiles, production tracking, and mobile data collection).</li><li>Loan Management System (digital loan application, repayment tracking, SMS/USSD notifications, profit &amp; losses tracking, Loan disbursements, Loan aging, system generated weekly and monthly reports etc).</li><li>Accounting System Enhancements (automated invoicing, expense tracking, financial dashboards).</li></ul><ul><li>Conduct user testing with NFP staff to refine prototypes before full-scale development.</li></ul>Roadmap for full IT system development<ul><li>Recommend scalable software/hardware solutions (custom-built vs. off-the-shelf).</li><li>Define a phased implementation plan with timelines, budget estimates, and risk mitigation.</li><li>Outline training, ideal finance management structure, and post-deployment support needs.</li><li>Oversee new software installation procured by the Client within the Consultancy tenure, test running and NFP data migration / onboarding trials. In event of absence of new software procurement, provide a conceptual design with a High-Level Design (HLD) / Conceptual Design defining the ideal future systems options and functionality aligned to the Client’s recommended digital solutions.</li></ul>Develop and formalise ICT Policy and data protection systems.<ul><li>Develop and formalise a new ICT policy for NFP.</li><li>Establish clear guidelines for data privacy, cybersecurity, and compliance with relevant regulations (e.g., GDPR, local laws).</li></ul>Train staff responsible for managing the new IT systems.<ul><li>Conduct hands-on training sessions on system operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.</li></ul>

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Call for Consultancy - Information Technology (IT) Services for Nile Fresh Produce, Uganda

The Selected IT Consultant will conduct the following Tasks.IT systems assessment &amp; gaps analysis<ul><li>Review NFP’s existing systems (QuickBooks, Excel-based farmer databases, manual loan tracking).</li><li>Identify inefficiencies, data fragmentation risks, scalability constraints, and reporting limitations.</li><li>Assess cybersecurity, data protection, and compliance requirements.</li><li>Engage key stakeholders (management, field staff, finance team) to gather user requirements&nbsp;</li></ul>Prototype development<ul><li>Develop minimum viable prototypes (MVPs) for:</li><li>Farmer Database System (cloud-based/offline-capable, with farmer profiles, production tracking, and mobile data collection).</li><li>Loan Management System (digital loan application, repayment tracking, SMS/USSD notifications, profit &amp; losses tracking, Loan disbursements, Loan aging, system generated weekly and monthly reports etc).</li><li>Accounting System Enhancements (automated invoicing, expense tracking, financial dashboards).</li></ul><ul><li>Conduct user testing with NFP staff to refine prototypes before full-scale development.</li></ul>Roadmap for full IT system development<ul><li>Recommend scalable software/hardware solutions (custom-built vs. off-the-shelf).</li><li>Define a phased implementation plan with timelines, budget estimates, and risk mitigation.</li><li>Outline training, ideal finance management structure, and post-deployment support needs.</li><li>Oversee new software installation procured by the Client within the Consultancy tenure, test running and NFP data migration / onboarding trials. In event of absence of new software procurement, provide a conceptual design with a High-Level Design (HLD) / Conceptual Design defining the ideal future systems options and functionality aligned to the Client’s recommended digital solutions.</li></ul>Develop and formalise ICT Policy&nbsp;and data protection systems.<ul><li>Develop and formalise a new ICT policy for NFP.</li><li>Establish clear guidelines for data privacy, cybersecurity, and compliance with relevant regulations (e.g., GDPR, local laws).</li></ul>Train staff responsible for managing the new IT systems.<ul><li>Conduct hands-on training sessions on system operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.</li></ul>

Call for Consultancy - Information Technology (IT) Services for Nile Fresh Produce, Uganda

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