Deadline 31 August 2025
Introduction
A transition to electric mobility is gradually taking place in several African countries and East Africa has become a hub for electric mobility innovation, with local companies developing business models aimed at filling gaps in transport services. In Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania, start-ups are emerging that offer mobility services with electric two- and three-wheeler vehicles. However, to promote the electric mobility sector, appropriate policies, incentives and regulations need to be put in place to establish the right technologies in the country, support the electric mobility ecosystem and entrepreneurs, incentivise and provide tailor-made financing solutions to reduce initial costs and promote the uptake of electric mobility.
Tanzania represents an emerging Electric Vehicle (EV) market with considerable untapped opportunities. As the country develops, the demand for EV is expected to rise. A limited number of start-ups in the EV sector are present in Tanzania and various obstacles hinder their growth. This market is indeed still at a very early stage with low fleet sizes, limited number of entrepreneurs, lack of charging infrastructure, lack of technical knowledge and absence of supportive policies and incentives. However, there is a will to gradually shift towards electric mobility. By supporting sustainable transport solutions and developing a holistic approach to e-mobility, Tanzania can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution, making an important contribution to its climate goals and to a cleaner environment.
The Global Gateway is a European Union initiative aimed at boosting smart, clean, and secure infrastructure, globally. It addresses major global challenges such as climate change, health, and the resilience of supply chains, while promoting high-quality infrastructure through sustainable, socially responsible, and environmentally sound investments. As part of the Global Gateway initiative, the EU in Tanzania is funding the Port of Dar Es Salaam - Trade and Transport Improvement Project. The objective of this project is that Tanzania's main trade and transport players improve their performance and provide more efficient and sustainable services to their customers in the port of Dar Es Salaam, in the city and along the port hinterland corridors. The project aims to enhance trade efficiency and sustainability, while supporting Tanzania's low-carbon transport system, for both goods and people, and ensuring a more competitive and interconnected regional economy.
Objective
This proposed collaboration aims to develop and publish a comprehensive report from a Gender-Responsive Labour Market Needs Assessment (LMA) focused on Tanzaniaโs electric mobility value chains. The study will examine both current and emerging employment opportunities, with a particular emphasis on Dar es Salaam, where the shift to e-mobility is rapidly taking shape.
The assessment will map the skills landscape across formal and informal sectors, identify existing capacity gaps, and explore the challenges and opportunities for women, youth, and other marginalized groups to participate meaningfully in the e-mobility transition. By capturing gendered dynamics in access to training, employment, and entrepreneurship within the e-mobility ecosystem, the study seeks to inform more inclusive policies, skills development frameworks, and infrastructure planning. The final report will not only offer strategic recommendations for fostering an equitable and gender-balanced workforce but will also support Tanzaniaโs ambition to build a low-carbon, innovative, and inclusive transport future.
Expressions of interest
UN-Habitat invites Expressions of Interest from academic or research institutions, not-for-profit organizations, and governmental or inter-governmental organizations to conduct this strategic research activity. The selected partner will undertake a Gender-Responsive Labour Market Needs Assessment in Tanzaniaโs electric mobility sector, using both primary and secondary data collection methods (e.g., surveys, interviews, market analysis, statistical data review). The study will be carried out in close collaboration with the Pillar 3 Green Mobility partners and will cover both formal and informal segments of the e-mobility value chain in Tanzania.
The report will provide:
A detailed mapping of existing and emerging job opportunities in the e-mobility value chains, with a strong focus on gender dimensions.
In-depth analysis of current skills availability, gaps in technical and vocational training, and labour market mismatches related to electric mobility with a strong focus on gender dimensions.
Gender-disaggregated data on participation, income levels, working conditions, and barriers to entry across key roles in the e-mobility ecosystem (e.g., assembly, charging infrastructure, servicing, driving, management).
Insight into sociocultural norms, policy gaps, and systemic challenges that affect equitable access to opportunities for women, youth, and other marginalized groups.
Policy and programmatic recommendations to guide inclusive workforce planning, skills development, and private sector engagement.
Practical strategies for integrating gender equality and social inclusion in Tanzaniaโs green mobility transition, including considerations for curriculum reform, public-private partnerships, and support for women-led enterprises.
The output will include a publishable report, validated through a stakeholder workshop aimed at sharing insights, gathering feedback, and identifying opportunities for scale and replication.
The EOI should contain, but not be limited to the following:
Organizational Experience: A brief overview of the organizationโs overall experience in gender-responsive research, labour market assessments, sustainable mobility, or related areas (including e-mobility, green jobs, vocational training, or womenโs economic empowerment). Institutions with experience conducting inclusive assessments in Tanzania or similar contexts are encouraged to highlight this.
Conceptual Proposal: A concise proposal outlining how the organization intends to design and implement the Gender-Responsive Labour Market Needs Assessment. This should cover the proposed scope, target groups, methodologies (qualitative and quantitative), anticipated challenges, and risk and mitigation strategies. Please also highlight innovative elements of your approach e.g., use of gender-sensitive tools, participatory research techniques, or digital methods.
The support/ contribution the organization is willing to make including cash and in-kind; (contribution in terms of staff time, office space and equipment and other support in cash and in-kind should be expressed in monetary terms)
Copies of statement of annual budget and annual reports of the previous 2 years;
Copy of two latest audited reports, and
Governance and organizational structure; experience and qualifications of key professional staff and infrastructure facilities of the organization.
Budget
UN-Habitat will contribute financial resources to the tune of USD 22,000 (Twenty Two Thousand United States Dollars). The EOI shall make reference to counter-part contributions (cash and in-kind) of the applying entity.
Overall Timeframe
The work outlined in this EOI is scheduled to commence by 15 October 2025 and completed by 31 Dec 2027.
Submission Requirements and Guidelines
Expression of Interest must be delivered by email no later than 31 August 2025 to unhabitat.ubss.eoi@un.org with the reference โEOI Electric Mobility Gender Assessment Study Tanzaniaโ in the subject of your email. Failure to indicate the reference may result in your proposal not being considered.
Contact Information:
For any questions related to the application please write to:
Ms. Judith Owigar
Urban Basic Services Section โ Urban Mobility
United Nations Human Settlements Programme
(UN-Habitat)
P.O. Box 30030 Nairobi, Kenya
judith.owigar@un.org
Other:
Please note that this EOI notice does not constitute a solicitation. UN-Habitat reserves the right to change or cancel this requirement at any time in the Expressions of Interest/or solicitation process.
Submitting a reply to an EOI does not guarantee that a Cooperation Partner will be considered for receipt of the solicitation when issued and only Cooperation Partners who are deemed qualified by UN-Habitat upon completion of evaluation of submission, will receive the final solicitation document.