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

KITOS

County nominated members

Registered Members

RMx

Rmy

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)