Business Analyst Consultant

Consultancy Objective:

To provide an in-depth analysis
of local and international market dynamics, uncover opportunities, identify
challenges, and propose actionable strategies for informed decision-making. The
consultancy will deliver insights critical for aligning MAPs’ initiatives with
real-world market needs and driving long-term, sustainable impact.

Scope of Work:

1. Local and International
Market Analysis

• Lebanese
  Market:

Conduct
a detailed assessment of key sectors, including agriculture, industry, commerce,
technology, energy, infrastructure, and construction.

• • Evaluate:
    1. Job market demand and competitiveness.
    2. Core competencies required to bridge
       market gaps.
    3. Economic feasibility of opportunities
       (i.e., is it financially rewarding?).
• International
  Markets:
  Benchmark Lebanese market dynamics against international trends to
  identify gaps, opportunities, and best practices for strategic alignment.

2. Sector-Specific Challenges

Analyze market-specific
barriers at various levels:

• Political: Regulatory and governance constraints.
• Social: Gender dynamics,
  inclusion challenges, and cultural factors.
• Economic: Cost structures,
  funding gaps, and return on investment.
• Technological: Accessibility, innovation readiness, and digital transformation gaps.

Propose actionable solutions to
address these barriers effectively.

3. Project and Employment
Models

Recommend optimal structures
for employment and project initiatives:

• Individual entrepreneurship.
• Collaborative group ventures.
• Large-scale projects in collaboration with
  the public sector.

4. Training Program
Recommendations

Develop tailored training
proposals that align with identified sector needs and community competencies.

5. Data Collection and Analysis

• Secondary
  Data Sources:
  Utilize existing reports and studies to gather insights on market trends
  and sector-specific challenges.
• Primary Data Collection:

o  Conduct
interviews with diverse stakeholders, including:

§  Employees,
employers, job seekers, and entrepreneurs.

§  Business
owners across industries, including agriculture and manufacturing.

§  Policy
influencers and community leaders.

o  Design
and implement surveys targeting specific population groups to capture
their perspectives, challenges, and needs. Surveys will focus on understanding:

§  Economic
and employment challenges faced by individuals.

§  Skill
gaps and training requirements.

§  Perspectives
on opportunities in various sectors.

Deliverables:

One consolidated Comprehensive
Market Assessment Report encompassing the following:

1. Market Insights:
   • Detailed analysis of sector-specific
     opportunities, market sizing, segmentation, and trends.
2. Challenges and Solutions:
   • In-depth examination of market barriers
     with actionable strategies to address political, social, economic, and
     technological challenges.
3. Strategic Recommendations:
   • Clear and practical proposals for
     employment structures, project models, and training programs.
4. Stakeholder and Population Insights:
   • Findings from stakeholder interviews and
     population surveys, highlighting key needs, challenges, and
     opportunities.
5. Survey Data and Analysis:
   • Comprehensive analysis of survey data,
     including trends and actionable insights.

This report will serve as a
cornerstone for MAPs’ strategic decision-making and project implementation.