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A private sector
engagement strategy for
County ICT
Connected Kenya
14 April 2014
Dr. Katherine Getao (ICTA)
Esther Muchiri (KITOS)
OUTLINE
County / private sector engagement
Objectives
The proposed framework
The proposed governance structure
Next steps
OBJECTIVES
In conformance with Vision 2030 and the Constitution of Kenya 2010
Grow local businesses for wealth and employment creation
Provide incentives and assistance to help local companies to deliver successful projects in Counties
Assist counties to identify competent local companies for ICT procurements
THE PROPOSED FRAMEWORK (1)
TIER 1: Local SMEs that have successfully
delivered ICT projects
TIER 2: Local start ups (preferably based in
the targeted county) that register to be
mentored in the delivery of ICT projects
THE PROPOSED FRAMEWORK (2a)
INCENTIVES FOR LOCAL COMPANIES
Privileged access to County and ICTA strategies and plans;
Pre-qualification to County procurements;
Can join up to 4 ICTA/County activities each year;
Enhanced reputation and promotional seal of approval
Enforcement of the 30% procurement rule for women, youth and persons with disability
THE PROPOSED FRAMEWORK (2b)
INCENTIVES FOR LOCAL COMPANIES
Economic empowerment law (cf. Zambia)
County by laws to incentivize local ICT
companies
THE PROPOSED FRAMEWORK (3a)
COMMITMENTS BY LOCAL COMPANIES - Professional
Local / international certifications
Use of best practice methodologies
Qualified and experienced staff
Willing to invest in a permanent presence in more than one county
THE PROPOSED FRAMEWORK (3b)
COMMITMENTS BY LOCAL COMPANIES - Ethical
Commits to code of ethics
Submits to ethical assessments
Reports corruption
THE PROPOSED FRAMEWORK (3c)
COMMITMENTS BY LOCAL COMPANIES - Local
At least 50% Kenyan ownership At least 50% of professional staff are
Kenyans
THE PROPOSED FRAMEWORK (3d)
COMMITMENTS BY LOCAL COMPANIES - ICT
Registered as an ICT business Has a project portfolio with
references Active member of a reputable
industry association Can demonstrate 5 ICT-oriented
projects / business lines
THE PROPOSED FRAMEWORK (3e)
COMMITMENTS BY LOCAL COMPANIES - Growth
Increasing employment Increasing turnover Increasing tax remittances
THE PROPOSED FRAMEWORK (3f)
COMMITMENTS BY LOCAL COMPANIES – Mentorship & Training
Sign up for capacity building training Seek advisory services from
reputable organizations Commit to receiving mentorship
from a Tier 1 company Works with young entrepreneurs
(incubation) Mentors young entrepreneurs
The Governance Framework
ICTA (Chair)
KAM
Registered Members
RMx
KITOS
Rmy
County nominated members
Governance Principles
Industry associations carry out the M&E
Ethical assessments are carried out by respected independent organs (UN, TLS)
Quarterly meeting chaired by ICTA makes decisions
Open information displayed on County business portal
Database of member companies accessible through County business portal
NEXT STEPS…
Stakeholder engagement
Refinement of proposal
Ratification by ICTA, county forum and at least two popular industry associations
Recruitment of at least 5 member companies
Implementation on a pilot basis in at least 2 counties
Connected Kenya
14 April 2014
Dr. Katherine Getao (ICTA kate.getao@ict.go.ke)
Esther Muchiri (KITOS emuchiri@andestbites.com)
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