2024

Background of the project  

The Federal Government of Somalia (FGS), through the Somali National Bureau of Statistics (SNBS), has received a grant from the International Development Association (IDA) to implement the Somali Integrated Statistics and Economic Capacity Building (SISEPCB) Project.  The proposed project aims at strengthening the national statistics system, the national monitoring and evaluation (M&E) system and improving programming and analytical capacity of the government’s macroeconomics and fiscal programming agencies to enable them to regularly access analyze and improve their public policies and programs performance and results. More specifically, the project aims at: (1) Strengthening the national statistics system; (2) Strengthening monitoring and evaluation capacity; and (3) Building economic policy analysis and economic planning capacity.

Responsibilities

The Consultant is expected to develop engagement plan and coordinate the consultation with stakeholders of relevant MDAs in the development of the TNP for cross-cutting sectors. The Consultant will undertake all the specific tasks detailed out in the Terms of Reference (TOR). The detailed ToR for the assignment can be found at the following Website: Jobs/Tenders – (nbs.gov.so) or https://sisepcbp.nbs.gov.so/jobs-tenders/ or download Terms of Reference (TOR) or can be provided upon submission of the application in person or by e-mail. The e-mail address is provided below. 

Selection criteria

The selection shall be based on the qualifications, experience and skills of the candidate and followed by an interview. The qualifications, experience and competencies include: 

• Master’s international relations & diplomacy, business administration, Development Studies, Health, Development Studies, Statistics, Public Administration, Public Policy.
• At least 7 years work experience in designing, developing, and implementing economic research, Monitoring and Evaluation framework/systems or country level economic development assignments with Federal Government and Federal Member States.
• Proven experience in data collection, data analysis and report writing relating to economic development, project policies and action plans at sector or national levels and knowledge of NDP-9 (2020-2024) or previous NDPs.
• Previous experience in working in Somalia/Horn of Africa with good knowledge political and geographical context of Somalia.

Reporting 

The consultant will report to the Planning Director. The report will include oral-debriefings and provide work-plans, timesheets and elaboration of progress of their work and deliverable on agreed basis (as it will elaborate in the consultants’ contract). 

Duration of assignment 

The assignment is estimated to last 120 working days over a six-month period.

The Somalia National Bureau of Statistics now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the Services and furnish the Curriculum Vitae (CV).  

Submission requirements  

Attention of interested Consultants is drawn to section III, para 3.14,3.16 & 3.17 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers: Procurement in Investment Projects Financing Goods, Works, Non -Consulting and Consulting Services, July 2016, revised November 2017, August 2018, November 2020 and September 2023 “Procurement Regulations”, setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.  

A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant method set out in the World Bank Procurement Regulations. 

Interested Consultants may obtain further information at the address provided below during office hours from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Mogadishu time (Excluding public holidays).  

Deadline: Expressions of interest and CV must be delivered to the address below by hand, mail, courier or email on or before August 27^th, 2024, at 16:00 hours-Mogadishu Time and should be marked “NTP Social Sectoral Specialist -Cross cutting “as subject line.   

BACKGROUND OF THE PROJECT  

The Federal Government of Somalia (FGS), through the Somali National Bureau of Statistics (SNBS), has received a grant from the International Development Association (IDA) to implement the Somali Integrated Statistics and Economic Capacity Building (SISEPCB) Project.  The proposed project aims at strengthening the national statistics system, the national monitoring and evaluation (M&E) system and improving programming and analytical capacity of the government’s macroeconomics and fiscal programming agencies to enable them to regularly access analyze and improve their public policies and programs performance and results. More specifically, the project aims at: (1) Strengthening the national statistics system; (2) Strengthening monitoring and evaluation capacity; and (3) Building economic policy analysis and economic planning capacity. 

Responsibilities

The Consultant is   expected to develop engagement plan and coordinate the consultation with stakeholders of relevant MDAs in the development of the NTP for security and rule of law pillar. The Consultant will undertake all the specific tasks detailed in the Terms of Reference (TOR). The detailed ToR for the assignment can be found at the following Website: Jobs/Tenders – (nbs.gov.so) or https://sisepcbp.nbs.gov.so/jobs-tenders/ or download Terms of Reference (TOR) or can be provided upon submission of the application in person or by e-mail. The e-mail address is provided below. 

Selection criteria

The selection shall be based on the qualifications, experience and skills of the candidate and followed by an interview. The qualifications, experience and competencies include: 

• Master’s degree in Sociology, Law, Peace and conflict studies, Criminal Justice and Development Studies, Public Administration, business administration or Public Policy.
• At least 7 years’ work experience in designing, developing, and implementing social science research, Monitoring and Evaluation framework/systems or country level social development assignments within the Federal Government and Federal Member States
• Proven experience in data collection, data analysis and report writing relating to social development, project policies and action plans at sector or national levels and knowledge of NDP-9 (2020-2024) or previous NDPs.
• Previous experience in working in Somalia/Horn of Africa with good knowledge political and geographical context of Somalia 

Reporting 

The consultant will report to the Planning Director. The report will include oral-debriefings and provide work-plans, timesheets and elaboration of progress of their work and deliverable on agreed basis (as it will elaborate in the consultants’ contract. 

Duration of assignment 

The assignment is estimated to last 120 working days over a six-month period.

The Somalia National Bureau of Statistics now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the Services and furnish the Curriculum Vitae (CV).  

Submission requirements  

Attention of interested Consultants is drawn to section III, para 3.14,3.16 & 3.17 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers: Procurement in Investment Projects Financing Goods, Works, Non -Consulting and Consulting Services, July 2016, revised November 2017, August 2018, November 2020 and September 2023 “Procurement Regulations”, setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.  

A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant method set out in the World Bank Procurement Regulations. 

Interested Consultants may obtain further information at the address provided below during office hours from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Mogadishu time (Excluding public holidays).  

Deadline: Expressions of interest and CV must be delivered to the address below by hand, mail, courier or email on or before August 27^th, 2024, at 16:00 hours Mogadishu Time and should be marked “NTP Security and rule of law Sectoral Specialist” as subject line.

Background of the project  

The Federal Government of Somalia (FGS), through the Somali National Bureau of Statistics (SNBS), has received a grant from the International Development Association (IDA) to implement the Somali Integrated Statistics and Economic Capacity Building (SISEPCB) Project.  The proposed project aims at strengthening the national statistics system, the national monitoring and evaluation (M&E) system and improving programming and analytical capacity of the government’s macroeconomics and fiscal programming agencies to enable them to regularly access analyze and improve their public policies and programs performance and results. More specifically, the project aims at: (1) Strengthening the national statistics system; (2) Strengthening monitoring and evaluation capacity; and (3) Building economic policy analysis and economic planning capacity

Responsibilities

The Consultant is expected to develop engagement plan and coordinate the consultation with stakeholders of relevant MDAs in the development of the NTP for Inclusive Politics pillar. The Consultant will undertake all the specific tasks detailed out in the Terms of Reference (TOR). The detailed ToR for the assignment can be found at the following Website: Jobs/Tenders – (nbs.gov.so) or https://sisepcbp.nbs.gov.so/jobs-tenders/ or download Terms of Reference (TOR) or can be provided upon submission of the application in person or by e-mail. The e-mail address is provided below. 

3. Selection criteria

The selection shall be based on the qualifications, experience and skills of the candidate and followed by an interview. The qualifications, experience and competencies include: 

• Master’s degree in political science, Public Administration, international relations & diplomacy, Development Studies, Statistics.
• At least 7 years’ work experience in designing, developing, and implementing social science research, Monitoring and Evaluation framework/systems or country level local governance assignments within the Federal Government and Federal Member States
• Proven experience in data collection, data analysis and report writing relating to social development, project policies and action plans at sector or national levels and knowledge of NDP-9 (2020-2024) or previous NDPs.
• Previous experience in working in Somalia/Horn of Africa with good knowledge political and geographical context of Somalia.

Reporting 

The consultant will report to the Planning Director. The report will include oral-debriefings and provide work-plans, timesheets and elaboration of progress of their work and deliverable on agreed basis (as it will elaborate in the consultants’ contract). 

Duration of assignment 

The assignment is estimated to last 120 working days over a six-month period.

The Somalia National Bureau of Statistics now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the Services and furnish the Curriculum Vitae (CV).  

Submission requirements  

Attention of interested Consultants is drawn to section III, para 3.14,3.16 & 3.17 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers: Procurement in Investment Projects Financing Goods, Works, Non -Consulting and Consulting Services, July 2016, revised November 2017, August 2018, November 2020 and September 2023 “Procurement Regulations”, setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.  

A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant method set out in the World Bank Procurement Regulations. 

Interested Consultants may obtain further information at the address provided below during office hours from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Mogadishu time (Excluding public holidays).  

Deadline: Expressions of interest and CV must be delivered to the address below by hand, mail, courier or email on or before August 27^th, 2024, at 16:00 hours -Mogadishu Time and should be marked “NTP Inclusive Politics Sector Specialist” as subject line.   

Background of the project  

 The Federal Government of Somalia (FGS), through the Somali National Bureau of Statistics (SNBS), has received a grant from the International Development Association (IDA) to implement the Somali Integrated Statistics and Economic Capacity Building (SISEPCB) Project.  The proposed project aims at strengthening the national statistics system, the national monitoring and evaluation (M&E) system and improving programming and analytical capacity of the government’s macroeconomics and fiscal programming agencies to enable them to regularly access analyze and improve their public policies and programs performance and results. More specifically, the project aims at: (1) Strengthening the national statistics system; (2) Strengthening monitoring and evaluation capacity; and (3) Building economic policy analysis and economic planning capacity. 

Responsibilities

The Consultant is   expected to develop engagement plan and coordinate the consultation with stakeholders of relevant MDAs in the development of the NTP for Climate Change and environment. The Consultant will undertake all the specific tasks detailed out in the Terms of Reference (TOR). The detailed ToR for the assignment can be found at the following Website: Jobs/Tenders – (nbs.gov.so) or https://sisepcbp.nbs.gov.so/jobs-tenders/ or download Terms of Reference (TOR) or can be provided upon submission of the application in person or by e-mail. The e-mail address is provided below. 

Selection criteria

The selection shall be based on the qualifications, experience and skills of the candidate and followed by an interview. The qualifications, experience and competencies include: 

• Master’s degree in Sociology, emergency management, Social Protection, Peace and conflict studies, Climate change and environmental studies, Public Administration, Public Policy.
• At least 7 years’ work experience in designing, developing, and implementing social science research, Monitoring and Evaluation framework/systems or country level social development assignments with Federal Government and Federal Member States
• Proven experience in data collection, data analysis and report writing relating to economic development, project policies and action plans at sector or national levels and knowledge of NDP-9 (2020-2024) or previous NDPs.
• Previous experience in working in Somalia/Horn of Africa with good knowledge political and geographical context of Somalia

Reporting 

The consultant will report to the Planning Director. The report will include oral-debriefings and provide work-plans, timesheets and elaboration of progress of their work and deliverable on agreed basis (as it will elaborate in the consultants’ contract

Duration of assignment 

The assignment is estimated to last 120 working days over a six-month period.

The Somalia National Bureau of Statistics now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the Services and furnish the Curriculum Vitae (CV).  

Submission requirements  

Attention of interested Consultants is drawn to section III, para 3.14,3.16 & 3.17 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers: Procurement in Investment Projects Financing Goods, Works, Non -Consulting and Consulting Services, July 2016, revised November 2017, August 2018, November 2020 and September 2023 “Procurement Regulations”, setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.  

A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant method set out in the World Bank Procurement Regulations. 

Interested Consultants may obtain further information at the address provided below during office hours from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Mogadishu time (Excluding public holidays).  

Deadline: Expressions of interest and CV must be delivered to the address below by hand, mail, courier or email on or before August 27^th, 2024, at 16:00 hours Mogadishu Time and should be marked “NTP Environmental and Climate Sectoral Specialist” as subject line.   

Background of the project  

The Federal Government of Somalia (FGS), through the Somali National Bureau of Statistics (SNBS), has received a grant from the International Development Association (IDA) to implement the Somali Integrated Statistics and Economic Capacity Building (SISEPCB) Project.  The proposed project aims at strengthening the national statistics system, the national monitoring and evaluation (M&E) system and improving programming and analytical capacity of the government’s macroeconomics and fiscal programming agencies to enable them to regularly access analyze and improve their public policies and programs performance and results. More specifically, the project aims at: (1) Strengthening the national statistics system; (2) Strengthening monitoring and evaluation capacity; and (3) Building economic policy analysis and economic planning capacity. 

Responsibilities

The Consultant is expected to develop engagement plan and coordinate the consultation with stakeholders of relevant MDAs in the development of the NTP for economic development pillar. The Consultant will undertake all the specific tasks detailed out in the Terms of Reference (TOR). The detailed ToR for the assignment can be found at the following Website: Jobs/Tenders – (nbs.gov.so) or https://sisepcbp.nbs.gov.so/jobs-tenders/ or download Terms of Reference (TOR) or can be provided upon submission of the application in person or by e-mail. The e-mail address is provided below. 

Selection criteria

The selection shall be based on the qualifications, experience and skills of the candidate and followed by an interview. The qualifications, experience and competencies include: 

• Master’s degree in economics, Development Studies, Statistics, Public Administration, or related field. A postgraduate degree in economics is desirable.
• At least 7 years’ work experience in designing, developing, and implementing economic research, Monitoring and Evaluation framework/systems or country level economic development assignments with Federal Government and Federal Member States
• Proven experience in data collection, data analysis and report writing relating to economic development, project policies and action plans at sector or national levels and knowledge of NDP-9 (2020-2024) or previous NDPs.
• Previous experience in working in Somalia/Horn of Africa with good knowledge political and geographical context of Somalia.

Reporting 

The consultant will report to the Planning Director. The report will include oral-debriefings and provide work-plans, timesheets and elaboration of progress of their work and deliverable on agreed basis as it will elaborate in the consultants’ contract. 

Duration of assignment 

The assignment is estimated to last 120 working days over a six-month period.

The Somalia National Bureau of Statistics now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the Services and furnish the Curriculum Vitae (CV).  

Submission requirements  

Attention of interested Consultants is drawn to section III, para 3.14,3.16 & 3.17 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers: Procurement in Investment Projects Financing Goods, Works, Non -Consulting and Consulting Services, July 2016, revised November 2017, August 2018, November 2020 and September 2023 “Procurement Regulations”, setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.  

A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant method set out in the World Bank Procurement Regulations. 

Interested Consultants may obtain further information at the address provided below during office hours from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Mogadishu time (Excluding public holidays).  

Deadline: Expressions of interest and CV must be delivered to the address below by hand, mail, courier or email on or before August 27^th, 2024, at 16:00 hours -Mogadishu Time and should be marked “NTP Economic Sectoral Specialist” as subject line.

The Federal Government of Somalia -FGS, through the Somalia National Bureau of Statistics -SNBS, has received financing from the World Bank toward the implementation of Somali Integrated Statistics and Economic Capacity Building -SISECB Project.

The project aims at strengthening the country’s national statistics system, the monitoring and evaluation -M&E system, and improving programing and analytical capacity of the government’s macroeconomics and fiscal programming agencies to enable them to regularly assess, analyze and improve their public policies and programs performance and results. Specifically, the project aims at: -1 Strengthening the national statistics system; -2 Strengthening monitoring and evaluation capacity; and -3 Building economic policy analysis and economic planning capacity. The proposed project will be funded jointly by the World Bank and other development partners.

In response to these challenges, the Office of the Prime Minister is seeking a qualified consulting firm to design and deliver a transformative Human Capital Development (HCD) Strategy. Besides the NTP, the HCD Strategy will also be rooted in the country’s broader aspirations encapsulated in the Centennial Vision 2060 (CV2060). This strategy is essential for ensuring adequate policy coherence and coordination between critical sectors such as education, healthcare, and social protection to deliver maximum results. Additionally, the strategy will emphasize a clear focus on women and girls, ensuring that policies are tailored to address their specific needs and promote gender equity. It will serve as a cornerstone for Somalia’s long-term growth, enabling the nation to maximize its human capital and achieve sustainable development. The detailed Terms of Reference -ToR  for the assignment can be found at the following website: https://nbs.gov.so/vacancies/or https://sisepcbp.nbs.gov.so/jobs-tenders/ or can be provided upon submission of application in person or by e-mail. The e-mail address is provided below.

The SNBS now invites eligible firms to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested firms should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services -brochures, description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, availability of appropriate skills among staff, etc. The short listing criteria are as follows:

1. Core business of the firm and at least 10 years in business. (general experience in designing and developing strategies like HCD Strategy, particularly in Somalia and/or similar regional contexts).

• Experience of conducting similar assignments (at least 3 years’ specific experience in developing large-scale strategies like HCD in developing or fragile states). Experience in World Bank financed assignments of similar nature will be an added advantage. The Consultant shall provide the name and contact address of the Client (office and e-mail address and telephone number), date(s) of execution, name (s) of lead and associate firms, contract amount and financing sources.
• Experience of relevant services in an environment similar to that of Somalia; and
• The technical and managerial organization of the firm. (Provide only the structure of the organization. Do not provide CVs of staff). Key experts will not be evaluated at the shortlisting stage.

Attention of interested Consultants is drawn to section III, para 3.14,3.16 & 3.17 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers: Procurement in Investment Projects Financing Goods, Works, Non -Consulting and Consulting Services, July 2016, revised November 2017, August 2018, November 2020, September 2023 and February,2025 “Procurement Regulations”, setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.  

Submission requirements  

Consultants may associate with other firms to enhance their qualifications but should indicate clearly whether the association is in the form of a joint venture and/or a sub consultancy. In case of a joint venture, all the partners in the joint venture shall be jointly and severally liable for the entire contract, if selected.

A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Consultant Qualification Selection (CQS) method set out in the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations.

Interested Consultant may obtain further information at the address below during office hours from 8:30am to 4.00pm Mogadishu time -Excluding public holidays.

Expressions of interest -EOI should be delivered -in person or by e-mail in a written form in three -3 hard copies -if not by e-mail to the address below by 8^thApril 2025 at 16:00 Hours -Mogadishu Time and should be marked “Expressions of interest for Consultancy Services for the Development of Human Capital Development Strategy” as subject line.