LAND ADMINISTRATION AUTHORITY
TERMS OF REFERENCE
ENGAGEMENT OF EMPLOYEE WELLNESS SPECIALIST
The Land Administration Authority (LAA) is an Agency of the Government of Lesotho, under the Minister of Local Government and Chieftainship. The LAA was established as an autonomous government body by the Land Administration Authority Act No. 9 of 2010 to reduce land transaction costs as well as turnaround time for registration of the transactions.
More specifically, the LAA:
- Administers the lease-holding land system (leasehold title, grant of consents for transactions and keep all land holding records).
- Administers the land deeds registration system.
- Administers cadastral surveys and all national spatial data.
- Provides dispute resolution services for land matters.
- Advises the Minister of Local Government and Chieftainship and the Government of Lesotho on land administration laws and policies.
Engagement of Employee Wellness Specialist
The LAA is seeking the services of a Wellness Specialist to assist in the implementation, and management of its comprehensive employee wellness program that promotes the health and well-being of our employees.
Objective
The employee wellness program for the LAA aims to:
- Foster a positive work environment.
- Reduce stress.
- Improve employee engagement.
- Improve overall productivity.
It is further intended to provide financial health, psychological, and social wellness.
The primary objective of this engagement is to improve the mental and emotional health of employees by executing and managing a tailored wellness program that includes preventive healthcare, mental health support, and healthy lifestyle promotion.
Scope of Work
The Wellness Specialist will be responsible for the following:
Program Design & Implementation
- Assess employee mental health needs and interests.
- Develop a comprehensive mental health program tailored to the specific needs of the workforce.
- Provide recommendations for wellness activities.
- Coordinate the execution of mental health program activities and events.
Health and Wellness Assessments
- Conduct surveys, focus groups, or interviews to gather insights on employee wellness needs.
- Analyze employee health trends and provide actionable insights to the management team.
- Provide group counselling services for LAA staff.
- Provide individual counselling sessions for staff on referral.
Monitoring & Evaluation
- Develop a system for tracking employee participation and feedback.
- Measure the success of the wellness program through surveys, interviews, and health outcomes.
- Provide regular progress reports to management.
Duration of Engagement
The Employee Wellness Specialist will be engaged for an initial period of one (1) year with possibility of extension for one more year.
Deliverables
The Employee Wellness Specialist is expected to deliver the following:
- A detailed employee wellness program plan entailing all aspects namely mental health support and healthy lifestyle.
- Provide monthly reports on program participation, activities conducted, and overall progress.
- Evaluation report on the lessons of the wellness program after a period of six (6) months.
Qualifications
The Consultant OR any of the key team members must possess the following qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology or Clinical Psychology.
- Proven experience in designing and implementing wellness (mental health programs), within a corporate environment.
- Proof of registration with the Medical Council of Lesotho.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to assess employee needs and tailor solutions accordingly.
- Certification(s) in wellness coaching, health promotion, or related fields (desirable).
Reporting & Supervision
The Employee Wellness Program Specialist will report to the Human Resources and Administration Manager (HRAM) and will coordinate all activities with the Human Resources Officer. Regular check-ins will occur to ensure the program is aligned with the company’s objectives.
Evaluation Criteria
All proposals received shall be evaluated based on the following approach:
- Phase one: Compliance to the terms of reference and conditions of the proposal. Failure to meet any of the conditions of the proposal will automatically disqualify your proposal at this phase.
- Phase two: Preference points on specific goals as follows:
Technical Criteria (80 points)
- Approach/Methodology to the exercise: 40
- Qualifications & Experience: 20
- References: 20
Financials (20 points)
- Price (VAT included). The Financial Proposal must be inclusive of VAT.
Total: 100 points
Financial Proposal
- Well and thoroughly itemised costs for the implementation of the project.
- Most recent audited financial statements.
Confidentiality & Data Protection
The Employee Wellness Program Specialist shall ensure the confidentiality of all sensitive employee information obtained during the course of the engagement, including but not limited to health assessments, surveys, data, and personal details.
Submission Process
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- Resume/CV of resource persons.
- Comprehensive proposal (technical and financial), clearly demonstrating:
- Methodology.
- Approach.
- Qualifications.
- References from previous employers or clients.
Submission Details:
- Proposals must be sealed in an envelope, marked as confidential and for the attention of the Employee Wellness Program.
- Bids must be deposited into the Tender Box located in Maseru:
- Ground Floor, Lands Building, Constitution Road.
Closing Date and Time:
- 22nd September 2025 at 12:00 NOON
- Opening Date and Time: 22nd September 2025 at 12:30 NOON
Note: Late submissions will not be considered.
Contact
For further information, please contact:
Ms. ‘Matšepo Hlabana
Position: Administration Officer
Email: [email protected]
Tel: +266 2221 4100 / 128 / 164