REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
(CONSULTING SERVICES - FIRMS SELECTION)
Country: Ukraine
Name of Project: Lifting Education Access and Resilience in Times of Need in Ukraine Program
Grant No.: TF0C5794
Assignment Title: Consultancy Services for Establishment and Operationalisation of Supervisory Boards in Vocational Education Institutions
Reference No. (as per Procurement Plan): LEARN-2.3-VET-SB
Ukraine has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Lifting Education Access and Resilience in Times of Need in Ukraine Program, and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.
The consulting services (hereinafter – the Services) include supporting the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine in scaling up the establishment and operationalisation of at least 300 Supervisory Boards (SBs) in vocational education (VE) institutions nationwide. Supervisory Boards are intended to serve as structured platforms for cooperation between VE institutions, founders (local authorities), employers, and local communities. Their role includes strategic oversight, support to institutional development, and facilitation of alignment between training provision and labour market needs.
The Services are expected to commence in autumn 2026 and will be provided over a period of 12 months.
The required objective of the Services must be achieved by the Consultant within the agreed program and in accordance with the Ukrainian legislation, the World Bank’s policies and rules and requirements of the Terms of Reference (TOR), which is attached.
Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine (hereinafter – Client/MOES) now invites eligible consulting firms (hereinafter – Consultants) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services.
The evaluation of the expressions of interest provided by the Consultants will be carried out based on the following criteria:
Legal status
Core Business and Experience
In case of a JVCA, the Lead Member shall demonstrate substantial compliance with the above requirements, including at least:
The JVCA as a whole must meet all qualification requirements.
Financial stability
In case of JVCA:
Audited financial statements or verified financial documents shall be provided.
Experience with Donor-Funded Projects
Staff
Key Experts will not be evaluated at the shortlisting stage.
Only the Consultant with the highest ranking, determined in accordance with the established Consultant qualification evaluation criteria, will be required to confirm the qualifications and experience of the key experts.
The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s «Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers» September 2023 with amendments of September 2025 (hereinafter – Procurement Regulations), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.
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 the case of a joint venture, all the partners in the joint venture shall be jointly and severally liable for the entire contract, if selected. In the case of foreign company, the representative office/JV/consortium with local firm should exist by the date of the Contract signing.
A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Selection Based on Consultants’ Qualifications (CQS) method described in the Procurement Regulations.
Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form, in Ukrainian or English, to the address below by e-mail by September 04, 2026, 2:00 pm local time.
Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine
Attn: Anastasiia Sofiienko - Project Coordinator
E-mail: uiherp@mon.gov.ua CC: serhiy.artemenko@uiherp.org, kateryna.kovtun@mon.gov.ua
Expressions of interest to be clearly marked: «LEARN-2.3-VET-SB: Expression of Interest».
TERMS OF REFERENCE
Consultancy Services for Establishment and Operationalisation of Supervisory Boards in Vocational Education Institutions
Contract LEARN-2.3-VET-SB
I. BACKGROUND
Ukraine with the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the International Development Association (hereinafter referred to as the World Bank) have signed the agreements for the Program “Lifting Education Access and Resilience in times of Need in Ukraine” (hereinafter referred to as the LEARN or Operation).
LEARN was designed to address critical issues and provide the necessary support to the education sector in accordance with the Strategic Action Plan of the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine until 2027, approved by the Order of the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine dated 07.03.2024 No. 276 (hereinafter referred to as the Strategic Plan).
The Operation focuses on supporting the priorities “1. Early Childhood and Preschool Education” and “2. Reform of the “New Ukrainian School”” stipulated in the Strategic Plan.
The LEARN objectives are: (i) to improve teaching and learning conditions; and (ii) to strengthen the management capacity of the education system. The total LEARN financing amounts to US$451 million provides a combination of the World Bank financing instruments: Program for Results (PforR) and Investment Project Financing (IPF).
The Program-for-Results (PforR) is implemented through a US$235 million loan provided by Bank resources, supported by loan enhancement from the Advancing Needed Credit Enhancement for Ukraine (ADVANCE Ukraine) Trust Fund, which is backed by the Government of Japan. This is formalized under the Loan Agreement between Ukraine and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development for the Program (LOAN No 9721-UA). An additional US$150 million is provided under the Special Program for Ukraine and Moldova Recovery (SPUR) of the International Development Association (IDA) Crisis Facility, as outlined in the Financing Agreement between Ukraine and the International Development Association for the Program (CREDIT No 7626-UA). On July 1, 2025, the Financing Agreement (Additional Financing: Lifting Education Access and Resilience in Times of Need in Ukraine Program) between Ukraine and the International Development Association (CREDIT No 7905-UA) was signed in the amount of US$4.9 million.
Furthermore, US$30 million in Investment Project Financing (IPF) is secured under the Grant Agreement between Ukraine and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the International Development Association, acting as the administrator of the Ukraine Relief, Recovery, Reconstruction, and Reform Multi-Donor Trust Fund (URTF GRANT No TF0C5794). On December 19, 2025, the Grant Agreement (Additional Financing for Lifting Education Access and Resilience in Times of Need in Ukraine Project) between UKRAINE and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the International Development Association jointly acting as a Supervising Entity for the Global Partnership for Education Fund and as administrator of the Ukraine Relief, Recovery, Reconstruction and Reform Multi-Donor Trust Fund (GPE GRANT No TF0D0613, URTF GRANT No TF0D0612) was signed in the amount of US$31.1 million.
More detailed information about the LEARN program is provided at https://projects.worldbank.org/en/projects-operations/project-detail/P504171
The latest additional grant agreement provides for expanded support for reforms in the education sector, in particular by:
• financing activities for the development of preschool education;
• providing grant support of the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) aimed at strengthening the institutional capacity of the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine to implement educational reforms.
In accordance with the provisions of the agreements concluded, the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine is responsible for the overall implementation, coordination, monitoring and reporting on the Project activities, in particular those aimed at strengthening the institutional management capacity of the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine. Such activities include the provision of technical assistance, the development and implementation of information systems, conducting training activities in the field of vocational (technical) education, as well as the implementation of initiatives in cross-sectoral areas, in particular inclusive education, European integration, education infrastructure management and strategic planning.
Under the GPE-financed institutional capacity activities Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine (hereinafter referred to as MoES) intends to engage a qualified Consultant to support the nationwide establishment and operationalisation of at least 300 Supervisory Boards in VE institutions. The Assignment will focus on scaling up implementation, strengthening institutional capacities, providing structured communication and training support, and introducing standardised monitoring and analytical tools to ensure evidence-based policy development.The Assignment shall be implemented over a period of twelve (12) months from the Effective Date of the Contract.
The Assignment is expected to be implemented in line with World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers and applicable Ukrainian legislation.
II. OBJECTIVE
The objective of the Assignment is to support the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine in scaling up the establishment and operationalisation of at least 300 Supervisory Boards (SBs) in vocational education (VE) institutions nationwide.
Supervisory Boards are intended to serve as structured platforms for cooperation between VE institutions, founders (local authorities), employers, and local communities. Their role includes strategic oversight, support to institutional development, and facilitation of alignment between training provision and labour market needs.
Initial regulatory groundwork has already been undertaken by the Ministry. Model provisions, standard documentation templates, and role descriptions for Supervisory Boards have been developed or are under finalisation. Policy signalling and initial communication regarding SB establishment have been launched at the national level.
However, large-scale operationalisation of Supervisory Boards across VE institutions requires structured support. Challenges remain in consistent interpretation and application of the regulatory framework at the regional and institutional level; ensuring that trained individuals are those who will actively serve on Supervisory Boards; providing practical, legal and facilitation support during the first operational cycle of Boards; and establishing a unified monitoring and feedback mechanism connecting institutional governance to national policy refinement.
Specifically, the Assignment aims to:
1. facilitate the practical implementation of the existing regulatory framework governing Supervisory Boards;
2. strengthen institutional capacities of VE institution directors, designated SB secretaries, founders and SB members for effective governance;
3. provide structured legal, methodological and facilitation support during the first operational cycle of Supervisory Boards;
4. ensure coherent nationwide rollout through strategic communication and regional engagement;
5. introduce standardized data collection and digital monitoring mechanisms to assess SB functionality;
6. generate analytical evidence and policy recommendations to support further institutionalisation of Supervisory Boards within the national vocational education reform framework.
The Consultant shall achieve the above objectives in full compliance with applicable Ukrainian legislation, relevant regulations of the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine, and procurement and implementation requirements of the World Bank.
III. SCOPE OF SERVICES
The Consultant shall provide comprehensive technical, organizational and analytical support to MoES for the nationwide establishment and operationalisation of Supervisory Boards (SBs) in VE institutions.
The Assignment shall include, but not be limited to, the following activities.
3.1 Overall Approach
The Assignment shall build upon the regulatory framework and standard documents already developed by MoES. It shall not redesign Supervisory Boards from scratch but shall focus on large-scale operationalisation, capacity building, and system-level integration.
The implementation logic shall follow a structured sequence:
The Consultant shall ensure that all training participants are directly involved in the establishment or operation of Supervisory Boards to guarantee immediate practical applicability.
3.2 Components
Component 1. Development of Scale-up Plan and Mobilisation of Expert Team
The Consultant shall:
The scale-up plan shall include measurable milestones and a clear allocation of responsibilities.
Component 2. Strategic Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
The Consultant shall design and implement a targeted communication campaign to support nationwide rollout of Supervisory Boards.
The communication shall:
To achieve the above, the Consultant shall:
Activities shall include publications, media materials, infographics, regional briefings, and one national conference. The MoES agreement to all communication materials shall be obtained prior to publishing.
Component 3. Capacity Building
The Consultant shall design and deliver a structured capacity-building programme consisting of:
The training programme shall be designed in accordance with adult learning principles and the European approach to micro-credentials, and approved by MoES prior to launch. Each regional training seminar shall comprise a total of 12 academic hours (1 academic hour = 45 minutes), including 6 academic hours of in-person instruction and 6 academic hours of independent preparatory work, equivalent to 0.4 ECTS credits. For each training seminar, the Consultant shall define: target groups and participant eligibility criteria; measurable learning outcomes assessed against transparent standards; form of participation and type of assessment; and a Quality Assurance Plan incorporating participant and peer feedback as a basis for continuous improvement. The training shall be learner-centred and directly relevant to the operational needs of Supervisory Board members. Upon successful completion, participants shall receive certificates confirming the achieved learning outcomes.
The online course shall be designed in accordance with the European approach to micro-credentials and adult learning principles. The total notional workload of the online course shall comprise 30 academic hours (1 academic hour = 45 minutes), equivalent to 1 ECTS credit. The Consultant shall ensure that the course includes the following elements:
The online course shall be designed in close cooperation with MoES as a standalone micro-credential with the possibility of stacking with other learning achievements within the broader VE governance professional development framework.
The trainings and online course shall focus on:
The MoES agreement to a proposed online course curriculum shall be obtained prior to launch.
Component 4. Operationalisation, Monitoring and Policy Integration
This component shall focus on ensuring that Supervisory Boards are not only formally established but also function effectively.
The Consultant shall:
This Scope ensures that Supervisory Boards are operationalised at scale, supported during their first implementation cycle, monitored through standardized tools, and embedded into long-term governance reform of the VE sector.
IV. DELIVERABLES
The Consultant shall deliver the following key deliverables during the implementation of the Assignment.
Deliverable 1. Inception Report
This deliverable encompasses the foundational planning and organisational outputs required to launch the Assignment effectively, including a comprehensive scale-up plan, mobilised expert team, and an approved implementation framework that will guide all subsequent components of the Assignment.
Within 30 calendar days from the Effective Date of the Contract, the Consultant shall submit a Draft Inception Report, including:
MoES shall provide comments within 14 calendar days. The Consultant shall submit the Final Inception Report within 7 calendar days after receiving comments.
Deliverable 2. Strategic Communication and Stakeholder Engagement Report (Interim Report 1)
The following outputs shall be produced under Deliverable 2:
A consolidated Strategic Communication and Stakeholder Engagement Report (Interim report 1) shall be submitted upon completion of the campaign, including information on outreach, stakeholder participation, and recommendations for further communication support.
Deliverable 3. Capacity Building Report (Interim report 2)
The Consultant shall deliver:
A draft of consolidated Capacity Building Completion Report (Interim report 2) shall be submitted upon completion of the training cycle (both in-person training and online course) no later than 1 month.
Deliverable 4. Final Completion Report
The following outputs shall be delivered under this component and documented in the Final Completion Report:
The Consultant shall submit a Draft Final Completion Report no later than one month before completion of the Assignment, summarizing overall implementation results; achievement of objectives and targets; key lessons learned; recommendations for further institutionalisation and sustainability.
Reports Submission and Acceptance Procedure
The following procedure shall apply to all reports submitted under this Assignment: the Inception Report (Deliverable 1), the Strategic Communication and Stakeholder Engagement Report - Interim Report 1 (Deliverable 2), the Capacity Building Report - Interim Report 2 (Deliverable 3), and the Final Completion Report (Deliverable 4).
The exact format of the reports will be discussed and agreed upon with MoES, Implementation group, and where applicable with the World Bank, upon contract signing and before the commencement of the Assignment. All reports and deliverables will be submitted in minimum 2 (two) hard copies in English and 2 (two) hard copies in Ukrainian language. Materials developed for Ukrainian-speaking audiences (including training and communication materials) shall be submitted in Ukrainian only, without translation, and included as annexes to the relevant reports. All materials developed under this Assignment shall become the property of MoES.
The Consultant shall submit:
the draft version of the Inception Report - within 30 calendar days from Effective Date;
the draft version of the Interim Report 1 - no later than the 14th calendar day after completing the delivery of Component 2 activities according to the Work Schedule;
the draft version of the Interim Report 2 - no later than the 14th calendar day after completing the delivery of Component 3 activities according to the Work Schedule;
the draft version of Final Report - at latest 30 calendar days before the completion of the services.
The draft of each report package shall be drawn up in electronic (Word/Excel and PDF) format and sent to the Client's email address specified in the Contract.
The Client will review the draft of the report package within 14 calendar days from the date of its receipt and provide comments and suggestions for finalizing the draft report or confirm the efficiency and quality of the Assignment implementation and its correspondence with the requirements of this Terms of Reference.
The Consultant, within 7 calendar days from the date of receipt of comments from the Client, will process them and submit the revised report package in electronic and paper format to the Client, together with a table indicating, for each comment, the method of its consideration or justification for the deviation.
If the Client has no comments on the revised report, the report shall be deemed approved, which shall be confirmed by signed Acceptance certificate for services.
If the Client does not respond with comments on the draft report and proposals for its revision within the above-mentioned period, the draft report shall be deemed accepted, and the Consultant shall be obliged to send the report in electronic PDF format and paper format to the Client.
If required by MoES, the Consultant shall provide ad-hoc reports within 3-7 calendar days, depending on the complexity of the request.
V. REQUIREMENTS
5.1 Consultant
The Consultant must be a legally registered firm or a Joint Venture / Consortium of firms.
Minimum Qualification Requirements (Pass/Fail Basis)
Failure to meet any of the requirements below shall result in disqualification.
Core Business and Experience
In case of a JVCA, the Lead Member shall demonstrate substantial compliance with the above requirements, including at least:
The JVCA as a whole must meet all qualification requirements.
Financial Capacity
In case of JVCA:
Audited financial statements or verified financial documents shall be provided.
Experience with Donor-Funded Projects
5.2 Staff
The Consultant shall provide suitably qualified professionals in terms of expertise and time allocation to complete the activities required under the scope of work and to finally achieve the objectives of the project in terms of time, costs and quality, within the agreed timeframe.
The Consultant shall also provide adequate administrative staff (secretary, translators, drivers etc.) needed to support the expert team.
The minimum expected staff inputs for Assignment are summarized below:
Experts | Working Man-Months* | ||
Preparatory work and reporting | Training | Total | |
Key Experts | |||
Project Manager | 10 | 2 | 12 |
Expert (Governance and Institutional Development) | 6 | 2 | 8 |
Expert (Training and Capacity Building) | 2 | 4 | 6 |
Expert (Monitoring and Policy Analysis) | 6 | 2 | 8 |
Total Key Experts man-months: | 24 | 10 | 34 |
Non-Key Experts | |||
Legal Expert | 1 | 5 | 6 |
Communication specialist | 11 |
| 11 |
IT Specialist | 6 |
| 6 |
Trainer |
| 9 | 9 |
Total Non-Key Experts man-months: | 19 | 13 | 32 |
Supporting Staff | |||
Financial assistant | 6 |
| 6 |
Total Supporting Staff man-months: | 6 | 0 | 6 |
TOTAL MINIMUM EXPECTED STAFF INPUTS: | 49 | 23 | 72 |
* For the purposes of this Assignment, one (1) man-month is equivalent to twenty-two (22) man-days, and one (1) man-day equals eight (8) working hours.
The proposed team shall include the following Key Experts.
5.2.1 Key Experts
KE1. Team Leader / Project Manager
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
KE2. Governance and Institutional Development Expert
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
KE3. Training and Capacity Building Expert
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
KE4. Monitoring and Policy Analysis Expert
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
5.2.2 Non-Key Experts
The Consultant shall mobilize additional experts as required, including but not limited to:
CVs for Non-Key Experts shall be provided prior to mobilization and subject to MoES approval.
5.2.3. Administrative support staff
The Consultant shall provide adequate administrative staff: secretary, translators, drivers etc., needed to support the expert team.
5.3 Implementation Arrangements
The Client shall be responsible for the implementation of the overall Project and the Consultant’s Assignment shall be managed and monitored by the Client’s Implementation group.
The Consultant shall:
MoES shall:
All materials produced under the Assignment shall become the property of MoES.
VI. PAYMENT SCHEDULE
Payment for Consultancy Services shall be made upon completion of components and acceptance of the respective reports by MoES, in accordance with the following deadlines for submission of the reports:
Deliverable | Estimated Submission Timeline for Reports | Percentage of Total Contract Value |
Deliverable 1. Inception Report | Draft version should be submitted within 30 calendar days and final version - within 51 calendar days from Effective Date | 20% |
Deliverable 2. Strategic Communication and Stakeholder Engagement Report (Interim report 1) | Draft version should be submitted no later than the 14th calendar day, and final version - no later than the 35th calendar day after completing the delivery of the set of activities of the Component 2 "Strategic Communication and Stakeholder Engagement" according to the Time Schedule. | 30% |
Deliverable 3. Capacity Building Completion Report (Interim report 2) | Draft version should be submitted no later than the 14th calendar day, and final version - no later than the 35th calendar day after completing the delivery of the set of activities of the Component 3 "Strategic Communication and Stakeholder Engagement" according to the Time Schedule. | 30% |
Deliverable 4. Final Completion Report | Draft version should be submitted at latest 30 calendar days before the completion of the services, and final version - at latest 9 calendar days before the completion of the services. | 20% |
Total | 100% |
VII. IMPLEMENTATION TIMELINE (12 MONTHS)
The Assignment shall be implemented over a period of twelve (12) months from the Effective Date of the Contract.
Implementation shall follow the phased approach outlined below.
Component 1 – Development of Scale-up Plan and Mobilisation of Expert Team (Months 1-2)
Key activities:
Key milestone:
Component 2 – Strategic Communication and Stakeholder Engagement (Months 2-4)
Key activities:
Key milestone:
Component 3 – Capacity Building (Months 2-6)
Key activities:
Key milestones:
Component 4 – Operationalisation, Monitoring and Policy Integration (Months 5-12)
Key activities:
Key milestone:
Implementation Overlap
Given the scope and scale of the Assignment, activities across Components 2, 3 and 4 shall run in parallel to ensure efficiency, continuity of support, and nationwide coverage within the 12-month timeframe.
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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
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UKRAINE
\n\nLifting Education Access and Resilience in Times of Need in Ukraine Program
\n\nGrant No. TF0C5794
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Assignment Title: Communication Manager 1 at the Education Reform Communication Office
\n\nReference No. LEARN-IC-NUS-1.16.2
\n\nUkraine and World Bank have signed the agreements for the Program "Lifting Education Access and Resilience in times of Need in Ukraine Program" (hereinafter referred to as the LEARN or Operation).
\n\nLEARN was developed to address critical challenges and provide essential support to the education sector, aligning with the Ministry of Education and Science’s (MoES) Strategic Action Plan.
\n\nThe Communication Manager 1 leads and coordinates communication activities related to the New Ukrainian School (NUS) reform in the area of general secondary education. The role focuses on delivering strategic and creative communication campaigns, engaging stakeholders, building public support, and enhancing visibility and trust in the reform process. This is a leadership role involving cross-functional team coordination and advocacy among target audiences.
\n\nThe Consultant will be contracted through competitive selection in line with Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, Feb 2025. The detailed Terms of Reference and submission modalities for the assignment are attached to this Request for Expression of Interest.
\n\nMOES now invites qualified interested persons to submit their expression of interest in Ukrainian and English as provided in the Terms of reference. The deadline for submission of applications is 14:00 am Kyiv time May 19, 2026.
\n\nTERMS OF REFERENCE
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for Consulting Services (Individual Consultant)
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Communication Manager 1
\n\nat the Education Reform Communication Office
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Contract No. LEARN-IC-NUS-1.16.2
\n\nLifting Education Access and Resilience in Times of Need in Ukraine Program
\n\nURTF Grant No. TF0C5794
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Ukraine and the World Bank have signed the agreements for the Program "Lifting Education Access and Resilience in Times of Need in Ukraine Program" (hereinafter referred to as the LEARN). The objectives of the LEARN are: to (i) improve teaching and learning conditions; and (ii) to strengthen the management capacity of the education system.
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The total financing for the Operation is US$451 million using a combination of the World Bank's financial instruments: Program-for-Results (PforR) complemented by Investment Project Financing (IPF).
\n\nThe Program-for-Results (PforR) is funded by a US$235 million credit provided by Bank resources, supported by credit enhancement from the Advancing Needed Credit Enhancement for Ukraine (ADVANCE Ukraine) Trust Fund, which is backed by the Government of Japan. This is formalized under the Financing Agreement between Ukraine and the International Development Association for the Program (CREDIT NUMBER 7626-UA). An additional US$150 million is provided under the Special Program for Ukraine and Moldova Recovery (SPUR) of the International Development Association (IDA) Crisis Facility, as outlined in the Loan Agreement between Ukraine and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development for the Program (LOAN NUMBER 9721-UA). Financing Agreement (Additional Financing: Lifting Education Access and Resilience in Times of Need in Ukraine Program) between Ukraine and the International Development Association (CREDIT NUMBER 7905-UA) was signed in the amount of US$4.9 million.
\n\nFurthermore, US$30 million in Investment Project Financing (IPF) is secured under the Grant Agreement between Ukraine and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the International Development Association, acting as the administrator of the Ukraine Relief, Recovery, Reconstruction, and Reform Multi-Donor Trust Fund (URTF GRANT NUMBER TF0C5794).
\n\nFurthermore, US$31.1 million in Additional Financing is provided through grant resources, consisting of US$30.0 million from the Ukraine Relief, Recovery, Reconstruction, and Reform Multi-Donor Trust Fund and US$1.1 million from the Global Partnership for Education Fund. This additional financing is formalized under the Grant Agreement between Ukraine and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the International Development Association, jointly acting as a Supervising Entity for the Global Partnership for Education Fund and as administrator of the Ukraine Relief, Recovery, Reconstruction, and Reform Multi-Donor Trust Fund (URTF GRANT NUMBER TF0D0612; GPE GRANT NUMBER TF0D0613), and supports activities related to the continued implementation of the Program.
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LEARN was developed to address critical challenges and provide essential support to the education sector, aligning with the Ministry of Education and Science’s (MoES) Strategic Action Plan.
\n\nLEARN will focus on supporting the Strategic Action Plan Priority 2: School education and the New Ukrainian School (NUS). The continuation of the NUS reform is a key priority of the MoES.
\n\nThe objectives of the Program are to (i) improve teaching and learning conditions; and (ii) strengthen management capacity of the education system.
\n\nThe Program is implemented in Ukraine by the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine (MoES) with the support of the World Bank Group. The implementation period is 2024-2027.
\n\nMore detailed information is given at the link https://projects.worldbank.org/en/projects-operations/project-detail/P504171
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For this program, “strategic communication and public engagement” refer to three critical aspects of ensuring the effective implementation of education policies and public trust in reforms:
\n\ni. Transparency and trust, including timely and clear communication about key initiatives, accessible information for stakeholders, and proactive crisis communication strategies to address concerns and misinformation.
\n\nii. Awareness and outreach, especially the development of targeted campaigns, public information materials, and digital engagement strategies to ensure broad understanding and support for educational transformations among educators, parents, students, and policymakers.
\n\niii. Capacity building in communication, ensuring that education institutions, regional authorities, and key stakeholders are equipped with the necessary tools, guidelines, and skills to effectively communicate and engage with the public regarding policy changes, funding mechanisms, and international support programs.
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Effective communication is a key instrument for building trust in education reforms, shaping public perception, and ensuring stakeholder engagement. The Operation of the World Bank is inlined with the Strategic Action Plan and Communications vision of the Ministry
\n\nThe Communication Manager 1 leads and coordinates communication activities related to the New Ukrainian School (NUS) reform in the area of general secondary education. In particular, broad communication of the upper secondary specialized education reform, which constitutes the final stage of the New Ukrainian School reform. The role focuses on delivering strategic and creative communication campaigns, engaging stakeholders, building public support, and enhancing visibility and trust in the reform process. This is a leadership role involving cross-functional team coordination and advocacy among target audiences.
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The Consultant shall provide the following services, including but not limited to:
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The Communication Manager 1 reports directly to the Head of the ERCO. For operational matters, works in coordination with the respective MoES directorates, line deputy ministers.
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The Consultant shall submit monthly reports in hard copy. The reports shall include a description of the Consultant's services during the reporting period.
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MoES shall provide the Consultant with the information necessary to carry out his/her assignment in a timely manner. MoES shall provide the Consultant with a workplace, including necessary equipment to carry out his/her functions (e.g. PC, communications and office equipment).
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Minimum requirements (mandatory):
\n\nDesired Skills and Qualifications:
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The Consultant shall provide his/her services until 31.12.2026. The contract may be extended subject to satisfactory performance and mutual agreement between the Consultant and the Ministry of Education and Science (MoES) during the Program financing period.
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The Consultant shall provide his/her services on a full-time basis.
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The incumbent will be based in Kyiv, Ukraine. The Consultant should be required and expected to take business trips to other regions of Ukraine to support implementation of the Program.
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Interested persons should submit their CVs in Ukrainian and English at the following email address: kateryna.kovtun@mon.gov.ua Cc: serhiy.artemenko@uiherp.org & maryna.chubenko@mon.gov.ua indicating the email subject: "LEARN-IC-NUS-1.16.2: Selection of Communication Manager 1: [NAME]".
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The deadline for submission of the documents is 14:00 am Kyiv time May 19, 2026.
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If the Consultant fails to provide CVs in both languages, the Client reserves the right to reject the Consultant's application.
"},{"id":"OP00443751","notice_type":"Request for Expression of Interest","noticedate":"08-May-2026","notice_lang_name":"English","notice_status":"Published","submission_deadline_date":"2026-05-19T00:00:00Z","submission_deadline_time":"14:00","project_ctry_name":"Ukraine","project_id":"P504171","project_name":"Lifting Education Access and Resilience in times of Need in Ukraine Program","bid_reference_no":"LEARN-IC-NUS-1.11.1-R","bid_description":"PR manager at the Education Reform Communication Office","procurement_group":"CS","procurement_method_code":"INDV","procurement_method_name":"Individual Consultant Selection","contact_address":"01135, Kyiv, Beresteiskyi ave, 10","contact_ctry_name":"Ukraine","contact_email":"kateryna.kovtun@mon.gov.ua","contact_name":"Kateryna Kovtun","contact_organization":"Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine","contact_phone_no":"+380 44 481 32 21","contact_web_url":"https://mon.gov.ua/","submission_date":"2026-05-08T00:00:00Z","notice_text":"REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
\n\n(LEARN-IC-NUS-1.11.1-R– PR manager at the Education Reform Communication Office)
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UKRAINE
\n\nLifting Education Access and Resilience in Times of Need in Ukraine Program
\n\nGrant No. TF0C5794
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Assignment Title: PR manager at the Education Reform Communication Office
\n\nReference No. LEARN-IC-NUS-1.11.1-R
\n\nThe Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine is implementing projects financed by the World Bank, including: Ukraine Improving Higher Education for Results Project (UIHERP) and Lifting Education Access and Resilience in times of Need in Ukraine Program (LEARN) Program and plans to prepare and implement new operations in cooperation with the World Bank (hereinafter referred to as the Operation(s))
\n\nUIHERP Project Development Objective is to improve efficiency, conditions for quality, and transparency in the higher education system of Ukraine.
\n\nLEARN was developed to address critical challenges and provide essential support to the education sector, aligning with the Ministry of Education and Science’s (MoES) Strategic Action Plan.
\n\nThe PR Manager will be responsible for fostering public trust, increasing awareness of MoES policies and initiatives, and strengthening collaboration with national and international stakeholders.
\n\nThe Consultant will be contracted through competitive selection in line with Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, Feb 2025. The detailed Terms of Reference and submission modalities for the assignment are attached to this Request for Expression of Interest.
\n\nMOES now invites qualified interested persons to submit their expression of interest in Ukrainian and English as provided in the Terms of reference. The deadline for submission of applications is 14:00 am Kyiv time May 19, 2026.
\n\nTERMS OF REFERENCE
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for Consulting Services (Individual Consultant)
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PR manager at the Education Reform Communication Office
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Contract No. LEARN-IC-NUS-1.11.1-R
\n\nLifting Education Access and Resilience in Times of Need in Ukraine Program
\n\nURTF Grant No. TF0C5794
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The Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine is implementing projects financed by the World Bank, including: Ukraine Improving Higher Education for Results Project (UIHERP) and Lifting Education Access and Resilience in times of Need in Ukraine Program (LEARN) Program and plans to prepare and implement new operations in cooperation with the World Bank (hereinafter referred to as the Operation(s)).
\n\nUIHERP
\n\nUkraine and the IBRD have signed Loan Agreement No. 9238-UA of US$200 million for the Project "Ukraine: Improving Higher Education for Results" (hereinafter referred to as UIHERP). UIHERP is implemented in Ukraine by the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine (MoES) with the support of the World Bank Group. UIHERP implementation period is 2021-2026.
\n\nUIHERP Project Development Objective (PDO) is to improve efficiency, conditions for quality, and transparency in the higher education system of Ukraine.
\n\nUIHERP includes six parts:
\n\nPart 1: Sector-Wide Improvements to Governance, Financing, Quality, and Transparency.
\n\nPart 2: Alliances/Partnerships for Improved Efficiency and Quality.
\n\nPart 3: Capacity Building and Education Environment Enhancement.
\n\nPart 4: Project Management, Monitoring & Evaluation
\n\nPart 5: Component 5: Support to Academic Scholarships under MoES and Social Scholarships under MOSP for Higher Education Students
\n\nPart 6: Contingent Emergency Response (CERC)
\n\nUIHERP supports two categories of expenditures: (i) traditional investments in goods, works, and services, for which disbursements are made against eligible expenditures, and (ii) defined performance-based conditions (PBCs), for which disbursements are also made against eligible expenditures conditional on the achievement of the PBCs as defined in the Loan Agreement and UIHERP Operational Manual.
\n\nMore detailed information is given at the link https://projects.worldbank.org/en/projects-operations/project-detail/P171050
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LEARN
\n\nUkraine and the World Bank have signed the agreements for the Program "Lifting Education Access and Resilience in Times of Need in Ukraine Program" (hereinafter referred to as the LEARN). The objectives of the LEARN are: to (i) improve teaching and learning conditions; and (ii) to strengthen the management capacity of the education system.
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The total financing for the Operation is US$451 million using a combination of the World Bank's financial instruments: Program-for-Results (PforR) complemented by Investment Project Financing (IPF).
\n\nThe Program-for-Results (PforR) is funded by a US$235 million credit provided by Bank resources, supported by credit enhancement from the Advancing Needed Credit Enhancement for Ukraine (ADVANCE Ukraine) Trust Fund, which is backed by the Government of Japan. This is formalized under the Financing Agreement between Ukraine and the International Development Association for the Program (CREDIT NUMBER 7626-UA). An additional US$150 million is provided under the Special Program for Ukraine and Moldova Recovery (SPUR) of the International Development Association (IDA) Crisis Facility, as outlined in the Loan Agreement between Ukraine and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development for the Program (LOAN NUMBER 9721-UA). Financing Agreement (Additional Financing: Lifting Education Access and Resilience in Times of Need in Ukraine Program) between Ukraine and the International Development Association (CREDIT NUMBER 7905-UA) was signed in the amount of US$4.9 million.
\n\nFurthermore, US$30 million in Investment Project Financing (IPF) is secured under the Grant Agreement between Ukraine and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the International Development Association, acting as the administrator of the Ukraine Relief, Recovery, Reconstruction, and Reform Multi-Donor Trust Fund (URTF GRANT NUMBER TF0C5794).
\n\nFurthermore, US$31.1 million in Additional Financing is provided through grant resources, consisting of US$30.0 million from the Ukraine Relief, Recovery, Reconstruction, and Reform Multi-Donor Trust Fund and US$1.1 million from the Global Partnership for Education Fund. This additional financing is formalized under the Grant Agreement between Ukraine and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the International Development Association, jointly acting as a Supervising Entity for the Global Partnership for Education Fund and as administrator of the Ukraine Relief, Recovery, Reconstruction, and Reform Multi-Donor Trust Fund (URTF GRANT NUMBER TF0D0612; GPE GRANT NUMBER TF0D0613), and supports activities related to the continued implementation of the Program.
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LEARN was developed to address critical challenges and provide essential support to the education sector, aligning with the Ministry of Education and Science’s (MoES) Strategic Action Plan.
\n\nLEARN will focus on supporting the Strategic Action Plan Priority 2: School education and the New Ukrainian School (NUS). The continuation of the NUS reform is a key priority of the MoES.
\n\nThe objectives of the Program are to (i) improve teaching and learning conditions; and (ii) strengthen management capacity of the education system.
\n\nThe Program is implemented in Ukraine by the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine (MoES) with the support of the World Bank Group. The implementation period is 2024-2027.
\n\nMore detailed information is given at the link https://projects.worldbank.org/en/projects-operations/project-detail/P504171
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For this program, “strategic communication and public engagement” refer to three critical aspects of ensuring the effective implementation of education policies and public trust in reforms:
\n\ni. Transparency and trust, including timely and clear communication about key initiatives, accessible information for stakeholders, and proactive crisis communication strategies to address concerns and misinformation.
\n\nii. Awareness and outreach, especially the development of targeted campaigns, public information materials, and digital engagement strategies to ensure broad understanding and support for educational transformations among educators, parents, students, and policymakers.
\n\niii. Capacity building in communication, ensuring that education institutions, regional authorities, and key stakeholders are equipped with the necessary tools, guidelines, and skills to effectively communicate and engage with the public regarding policy changes, funding mechanisms, and international support programs.
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Effective communication is a key instrument for building trust in education reforms, shaping public perception, and ensuring stakeholder engagement. The Operation of the World Bank is inlined with the Strategic Action Plan and Communications vision of the Ministry.
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The objective of this assignment is to enhance the public perception and visibility of the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine (MoES) by developing and executing a comprehensive public relations strategy, aligned with the MoES Strategic Action Plan and the Operation of the World Bank, ensuring transparent communication, proactive media engagement and effective reputation management. The PR Manager will be responsible for fostering public trust, increasing awareness of MoES policies and initiatives, and strengthening collaboration with national and international stakeholders.
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The Consultant shall provide the following services, including but not limited to:
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PR manager at Education Reform Communication Office reports directly to the Head of the ERCO. For operational matters, works in coordination with the respective MoES directorates, line deputy ministers.
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The Consultant shall submit monthly reports in hard copy. The reports shall include a description of the Consultant's services during the reporting period and time sheets.
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MoES shall provide the Consultant with the information necessary to carry out his/her assignment in a timely manner. MoES shall provide the Consultant with a workplace, including necessary equipment to carry out his/her functions (e.g. PC, communications and office equipment).
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Minimum requirements (mandatory):
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Desired skills and qualifications:
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The consultant shall provide his services until 31.12.2026 with potential prolongation till the end of the Operation(s).
\n\nThe Consultant shall provide services on a full-time basis.
\n\nThe services are planned to be rendered in Kyiv, Ukraine. It is expected that the Consultant may provide the Services remotely with mandatory presence upon request to be in the premises of MoES. The Consultant should be required and expected to take business trips to other regions of Ukraine to support the implementation of the Operations.
\n\nThe terms of the contract and the work schedule are subject to negotiation.
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Interested persons should submit their CVs in Ukrainian and English at the following email address: kateryna.kovtun@mon.gov.ua, Cc: serhiy.artemenko@uiherp.org and marina.chubenko@mon.gov.ua
\n\nindicating the email subject: " LEARN-IC-NUS-1.11.1-R: PR manager: [NAME]".
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The deadline for submission of the documents is 14:00 am Kyiv time May 19, 2026.
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If the Consultant fails to provide CVs in both languages, the Client reserves the right to reject the Consultant's application.
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Request for Expressions of Interest (REoI)
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Attention: Project Manager,
\n\nProject Coordination Unit (PCU)
\n\nMinistry of Livestock and Fisheries,
\n\nMinistry HQs, South of Gudele 2 Market, Juba
\n\nEmail address: ss.rlsp2025@gmail.com
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| \n\t\t\t Request for Expressions of Interest \n\n\t\t\t(INDIVIDUAL CONSULTING SERVICES) \n\n\t\t\tCommunication Officer \n\n\t\t\t
The Pacific Island Forum Secretariat (PIFS) and seven pacific island member countries (Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu) have received financing (grants and credits) from the World Bank (WB) Group’s International Development Association (IDA) towards the “Pacific Strengthening Correspondent Banking Relationships Project” (the Project) and will apply part of these proceeds to the contract below for Consulting Services. \n\n\t\t\tThe PIFS is seeking a qualified and experienced national Communications Officer to provide support to PMU and participating countries by developing high-quality knowledge and information products, including the translation of research and highly technical outputs into clear, concise, and visually engaging formats. \n\n\t\t\tThe Officer will work closely with the Project Coordinator and the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Specialist to ensure that project interventions and impacts are communicated clearly to all stakeholder types. This is a full-time work assignment at PMU housed within the PIF office in Suva. In line with the project timeline, the engagement will initially be for two (2) years with an extension of a further two years (based on consultant’s performance evaluations and project needs). \n\n\t\t\tUnder the overall direction of the Project Coordinator, the Communication Officer shall undertake the following activities: \n\n\t\t\tCommunications Strategy \n\n\t\t\t
\n\n\t\t\t Media Relations \n\n\t\t\t
\n\n\t\t\t \n\n\t\t\t Stakeholder Engagement and Missions \n\n\t\t\t
\n\n\t\t\t Knowledge, Communication and Information Products \n\n\t\t\t
\n\n\t\t\t Events Management \n\n\t\t\t
\n\n\t\t\t Monitoring and Reporting \n\n\t\t\t
\n\n\t\t\t Branding and Visibility \n\n\t\t\t
Applicants will be evaluated based on the following criteria: \n\n\t\t\t
Evaluated Criteria: \n\n\t\t\t
PIFS, on behalf of the participating member countries, now invites eligible individuals (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services (attach curriculum vitae and a cover letter with description of experience in similar assignments, similar conditions, etc.). \n\n\t\t\tFirms’ staff may express interest through the employing firm for the assignment and, under such situation, only the experience and qualifications of individuals shall be considered in the selection process. \n\n\t\t\tThe attention of interested Consultants (including firms) is drawn to paragraph 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, dated February 2025 (“the Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the individual consultant selection method set out in the World Bank Consultant Guidelines \n\n\t\t\tThe detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment is attached below and provides details of the scope of the services required along with specific deliverables expected. Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours 09.00 to 17.00 hrs Fiji Time. \n\n\t\t\tExpressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) no later than Monday, March 23, 2026, 17:00 hrs (Fiji Time) \n\n\t\t\tAddress for Enquiries and Submission of EOIs \n\n\t\t\tPacific Islands Forum Secretariat \n\n\t\t\tAttn: Ajay Jagannath, Project Coordinator \n\n\t\t\tPrivate Mail Bag, Suva \n\n\t\t\tPO Box 856, Suva, Fiji. \n\n\t\t\tTel: 679-3312600 \n\n\t\t\tE-mail: cbrprocurement@forumsec.org \n\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t \n\n\t\t\t \n\n\t\t\t \n\n\t\t\t \n\n\t\t\t \n\n\t\t\t \n\n\t\t\t \n\n\t\t\t \n\n\t\t\t \n\n\t\t\t \n\n\t\t\t \n\n\t\t\t \n\n\t\t\t \n\n\t\t\t \n\n\t\t\t \n\n\t\t\t \n\n\t\t\t Terms of Reference \n\n\t\t\tCommunications Officer \n\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t Project Background \n\n\t\t\tThe objective of the CBR project is to ensure continuous access to correspondent banking services for participating Pacific Island Countries (PICs) while improving the enabling environment and fostering regulatory harmonization. The project is implemented by a Project Management Unit (PMU) with financial and technical support from the World Bank. The project was approved by the World Bank in August 2024, declared effective April 2025, and has a 6-year implementation period, with project ending 2030. \n\n\t\t\tThe Pacific Island Forum Secretariat (PIFS) and eight pacific island member countries (Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu) have received financing (grants and credits) from the World Bank (WB) Group’s International Development Association (IDA) towards the “Pacific Strengthening Correspondent Banking Relationships Project” (the Project) and will apply part of these proceeds to the contract below for Consulting Services. The PIFS is the Implementing Agency for the regional project. \n\n\t\t\tThe Communications Officer will support the PMU and participating countries by developing high-quality knowledge and information products, including the translation of research and highly technical outputs into clear, concise, and visually engaging formats. The knowledge and information products will be used to inform policy, advocacy and awareness as well as strategic engagement. The Officer will work closely with the Project Coordinator and the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Specialist to ensure that project interventions and impacts are communicated clearly to all stakeholder types. \n\n\t\t\tPIFS now invites eligible individual consultants (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing the services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the services. The shortlisting criteria are: \n\n\t\t\tObjective of the Position \n\n\t\t\tThe Communications Officer will support the Project Management Unit (PMU) will be responsible for developing and implementing the communications and visibility of the project. The strategy should enhance visibility, promote stakeholder engagement and facilitate knowledge management. \n\n\t\t\tScope of Services \n\n\t\t\tThe Officer will be required to: \n\n\t\t\tCommunications Strategy \n\n\t\t\t
Media Relations \n\n\t\t\t
\n\n\t\t\t Stakeholder Engagement and Missions \n\n\t\t\t
\n\n\t\t\t Knowledge, Communication and Information Products \n\n\t\t\t
\n\n\t\t\t Events Management \n\n\t\t\t
\n\n\t\t\t Monitoring and Reporting \n\n\t\t\t
\n\n\t\t\t Branding and Visibility \n\n\t\t\t
\n\n\t\t\t Reporting Obligations \n\n\t\t\tThe Communications Officer will report to the PMU Project Coordinator and work in close collaboration with the M&E Specialist, the broader PMU Team and the PIFS Communications team. \n\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t Qualifications and Experience \n\n\t\t\tMandatory \n\n\t\t\t
\n\n\t\t\t \n\n\t\t\t Desirable \n\n\t\t\t
. \n\n\t\t\tInstitutional Arrangements \n\n\t\t\tThe Officer will be provided with office space, computer, internet, and communications facilities by the PIFS. Some travel to participating countries may be required. The Officer is expected to observe confidentiality requirements and adhere to all PIFS policies, including its conflict of interest and anti-corruption guidelines. \n\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t Selection Process \n\n\t\t\tSelection will follow the World Bank Procurement Regulations for Individual Consultants. Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo an interview and/or written test. At least two professional references must be provided. \n\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t PIFS is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Applications from women, persons with disabilities, and people from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged. \n\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t \n\n\t\t\t \n\n\t\t\t \n\n\t\t\t \n\n\t\t\t \n\n\t\t\t \n\n\t\t\t \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
\n\n(LEARN-IC-NUS-1.11.1– PR manager at the Education Reform Communication Office)
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UKRAINE
\n\nLifting Education Access and Resilience in Times of Need in Ukraine Program
\n\nGrant No. TF0C5794
\n\n\n\n
Assignment Title: PR manager at the Education Reform Communication Office
\n\nReference No. LEARN-IC-NUS-1.11.1
\n\nThe Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine is implementing projects financed by the World Bank, including: Ukraine Improving Higher Education for Results Project (UIHERP) and Lifting Education Access and Resilience in times of Need in Ukraine Program (LEARN) Program and plans to prepare and implement new operations in cooperation with the World Bank (hereinafter referred to as the Operation(s))
\n\nUIHERP Project Development Objective is to improve efficiency, conditions for quality, and transparency in the higher education system of Ukraine.
\n\nLEARN was developed to address critical challenges and provide essential support to the education sector, aligning with the Ministry of Education and Science’s (MoES) Strategic Action Plan.
\n\nThe PR Manager will be responsible for fostering public trust, increasing awareness of MoES policies and initiatives, and strengthening collaboration with national and international stakeholders.
\n\nThe Consultant will be contracted through competitive selection in line with Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, Feb 2025. The detailed Terms of Reference and submission modalities for the assignment are attached to this Request for Expression of Interest.
\n\nMOES now invites qualified interested persons to submit their expression of interest in Ukrainian and English as provided in the Terms of reference. The deadline for submission of applications is 16:00 am Kyiv time January 27, 2026.
\n\nTERMS OF REFERENCE
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for Consulting Services (Individual Consultant)
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PR manager at the Education Reform Communication Office
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Contract No. LEARN-IC-NUS-1.11.1
\n\nLifting Education Access and Resilience in Times of Need in Ukraine Program
\n\nURTF Grant No. TF0C5794
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The Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine is implementing projects financed by the World Bank, including: Ukraine Improving Higher Education for Results Project (UIHERP) and Lifting Education Access and Resilience in times of Need in Ukraine Program (LEARN) Program and plans to prepare and implement new operations in cooperation with the World Bank (hereinafter referred to as the Operation(s)).
\n\nUIHERP
\n\nUkraine and the IBRD have signed Loan Agreement No. 9238-UA of US$200 million for the Project "Ukraine: Improving Higher Education for Results" (hereinafter referred to as UIHERP). UIHERP is implemented in Ukraine by the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine (MoES) with the support of the World Bank Group. UIHERP implementation period is 2021-2026.
\n\nUIHERP Project Development Objective (PDO) is to improve efficiency, conditions for quality, and transparency in the higher education system of Ukraine.
\n\nUIHERP includes six parts:
\n\nPart 1: Sector-Wide Improvements to Governance, Financing, Quality, and Transparency.
\n\nPart 2: Alliances/Partnerships for Improved Efficiency and Quality.
\n\nPart 3: Capacity Building and Education Environment Enhancement.
\n\nPart 4: Project Management, Monitoring & Evaluation
\n\nPart 5: Component 5: Support to Academic Scholarships under MoES and Social Scholarships under MOSP for Higher Education Students
\n\nPart 6: Contingent Emergency Response (CERC)
\n\nUIHERP supports two categories of expenditures: (i) traditional investments in goods, works, and services, for which disbursements are made against eligible expenditures, and (ii) defined performance-based conditions (PBCs), for which disbursements are also made against eligible expenditures conditional on the achievement of the PBCs as defined in the Loan Agreement and UIHERP Operational Manual.
\n\nMore detailed information is given at the link https://projects.worldbank.org/en/projects-operations/project-detail/P171050
\n\nLEARN
\n\nUkraine and World bank have signed the agreements for the Program “Lifting Education Access and Resilience in times of Need in Ukraine Program” (hereinafter referred to as the LEARN or Program).
\n\nLEARN total financing is US$415 million using a combination of the World Bank’s financial instruments: Program-for-Results (PforR) complementing by Investment Project Financing (IPF).
\n\nThe Program-for-Results (PforR) is implemented through a US$235 million credit provided by Bank resources, supported by credit enhancement from the Advancing Needed Credit Enhancement for Ukraine (ADVANCE Ukraine) Trust Fund, which is backed by the Government of Japan. This is formalized under the Financing Agreement between Ukraine and the International Development Association for the Program (CREDIT NUMBER 7626-UA). An additional US$150 million is provided under the Special Program for Ukraine and Moldova Recovery (SPUR) of the International Development Association (IDA) Crisis Facility, as outlined in the Loan Agreement between Ukraine and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development for the Program (LOAN NUMBER 9721-UA).
\n\nFurthermore, US$30 million in Investment Project Financing (IPF) is secured under the Grant Agreement between Ukraine and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the International Development Association, acting as the administrator of the Ukraine Relief, Recovery, Reconstruction, and Reform Multi-Donor Trust Fund (URTF GRANT NUMBER TF0C5794).
\n\nLEARN was developed to address critical challenges and provide essential support to the education sector, aligning with the Ministry of Education and Science’s (MoES) Strategic Action Plan.
\n\nLEARN will focus on supporting the Strategic Action Plan Priority 2: School education and the New Ukrainian School (NUS). The continuation of the NUS reform is a key priority of the MoES.
\n\nThe objectives of the Program are to (i) improve teaching and learning conditions; and (ii) strengthen management capacity of the education system.
\n\nThe Program is implemented in Ukraine by the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine (MoES) with the support of the World Bank Group. The implementation period is 2024-2027.
\n\nMore detailed information is given at the link https://projects.worldbank.org/en/projects-operations/project-detail/P504171
\n\nManagement of the above Operations is implemented by World Bank Operation Management Unit also referred as Project Implementation Unit (WBOMU/PIU) established to support MoES with day-to-day the operation management and coordination in administration, disbursement, procurement, financial management, monitoring and expert support compliance with environmental and social standards, reporting and other activities, including preparation and expansion of existing operations.
\n\nEffective communication and PR is a key instrument for building trust in education reforms, shaping public perception, and ensuring stakeholder engagement. The Operation of the World Bank is inlined with the Strategic Action Plan and Communications vision of the Ministry.
\n\nThe Consultant will be contracted through competitive selection in line with the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, Sep 2023. This Terms of References defines the purpose, Scope and duration of consulting services and qualification requirements for the Consultant.
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The objective of this assignment is to enhance the public perception and visibility of the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine (MoES) by developing and executing a comprehensive public relations strategy, aligned with the MoES Strategic Action Plan and the Operation of the World Bank, ensuring transparent communication, proactive media engagement and effective reputation management. The PR Manager will be responsible for fostering public trust, increasing awareness of MoES policies and initiatives, and strengthening collaboration with national and international stakeholders.
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The Consultant shall provide the following services, including but not limited to:
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PR manager at Education Reform Communication Office reports directly to the Projects Coordinator. For operational matters, works in coordination with the Head of the World Bank Operations Management unit (project implementing unit).
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The consultant shall provide his services until 31.12.2026 with potential prolongation till the end of the Operation(s).
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\n\nThe services are planned to be rendered in Kyiv, Ukraine. It is expected that the Consultant may provide the Services remotely with mandatory presence upon request to be in the premises of MoES. The Consultant should be required and expected to take business trips to other regions of Ukraine to support the implementation of the Operations.
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Interested persons should submit their CVs in Ukrainian and English at the following email address: kateryna.kovtun@mon.gov.ua, Cc: serhiy.artemenko@uiherp.org and marina.chubenko@mon.gov.ua
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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
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\n\nCountry: FEDERATED STATES OF MICRONESIA
\n\nNAME OF PROJECT: FSM and RMI: Implementation Capacity for Transformative Results (IMPACT) (P506422)
\n\nGRANT NO.: IDA-E4570
\n\nASSIGNMENT TITLE: Communications Specialist
\n\nREFERENCE NO.: FM-DOFA-523856-CS-INDV
\n\nThe Government of The Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Implementation Capacity for Transformative Results (IMPACT), and intends to apply parts of the proceeds for consulting services.
\n\nThe Department of Finance and Administration seeks a Communication Specialist to support the Department of Finance and Administration and Implementing Agencies to formulate and disseminating information on World Bank projects. This position involves creating and managing a communications strategy that aligns with DOFA’s needs and priorities for the World Bank financed portfolio. The role includes specific communication skills in planning and delivering a range of communication products- such as press releases, radio stations, brochures, briefing notes to speeches, and website content for project websites and all functions relating to communications and visibility.
\n\nThe detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for this assignment can be found at the following website: https://dofa.gov.fm, on this REOI, and can be obtained at the address given below.
\n\nThe Department of Finance and Administration now invite eligible individuals (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services (attach a curriculum vitae and cover letter with description of experience in similar assignments, similar conditions. etc.).
\n\nThe criteria for selecting the Consultant are:
\n\nRequired experience and educational background:
\n\nDesirable Requirements:
\n\nThe attention of interested Consultants (including firms) is drawn to paragraph 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers Fifth Edition, September 2023 (“the Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.
\n\nFurther information can be obtained at the address below during office house 0800 to 1700s.
\n\nExpressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail or by e-mail) by 5pm Pohnpei Time, December 12th, 2025.
\n\nSecretary, FSM Department of Finance and Administration
\n\nAttn: Kwame Shiroya
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TERMS OF REFERENCE
\n\nImplementation Capacity for Transformative Results (IMPACT)
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| \n\t\t\t Location: \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Department of Finance and Administration (DoFA), Palikir, Micronesia \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Duration: \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t 12 months \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
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BACKGROUND
\n\nThe Department of Finance and Administration (DoFA) is seeking to recruit a full-time International Communications Specialist to support the Department to formulate and disseminate information on World Bank supported projects in the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM).
\n\nFSM is among the most vulnerable nations in the world. It is highly exposed to adverse effects from climate change and natural hazards which can result in disasters that affect its entire economic, human, and physical environment and impact its long-term development agenda. In recognition of these risks, international development agencies are working with the FSM National and State Governments to implement several projects throughout the four island states of the nation. The current portfolio includes projects in the sectors of Energy, Fisheries, Information & Communication Technology (ICT) / Digital, Public Financial Management, Social Protection and Jobs, and Transport
\n\nSpecifically, the World Bank is supporting the Government of the FSM to implement ten (10) active projects. These include:
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\n\nThe Department of Finance and Administration is undertaking a major step towards improving project design and implementation under the World Bank financed Implementation Capacity for Transformative Results Project (IMPACT). To support the implementation of IMPACT, a Project Implementation Unit (PIU) consisting of a Project Manager, Procurement Officer and a Finance Officer will be established within the DOFA. The IMPACT PIU will be responsible for the day-to-day implementation of project activities and supported by the Central Implementation Unit (CIU). The CIU is comprised of local and international staff. The international staff provide support in common function areas including procurement, financial management (FM), environmental and social (E&S) aspects, and monitoring and evaluation (M&E). The objective of the CIU is to provide support to PIUs in the preparation and implementation of WB-financed projects. The CIU (as currently structured) will assist the IMPACT PIU in core cross-cutting functions for the IMPACT project and for the World Bank funded projects in FSM.
\n\nThe Department of Finance and Administration is seeking the services of a Communication Specialist to support the Department of Finance and Administration and Implementing Agencies to formulate and disseminate information on World Bank project. The position envisages the development, implementation and maintenance of a communications strategy that responds to DOFA with regards to the needs and priorities of the World Bank financed portfolio. This includes specific communication skills in planning and delivering a range of communication products from press releases, brochures, radio stations and briefing notes to speeches, and content for project websites and all functions relating to communications and visibility.
\n\nThe Communication Specialist will work under the direct guidance of the Assistant Secretary of the FSM Department of Finance and Administration and report to the IMPACT Project Manager.
\n\nSCOPE OF WORK
\n\nThe Communications Specialist will work to raise the visibility of the World Bank funded projects, with attention to providing strategic and implementation communications support to project implementation units.
\n\nKEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:
\n\n• Develop key strategic messages, briefing notes and reports: leads development of the reports, develops key messages, briefing notes for DOFA representatives, and high-level government officials including cabinet ministers.
\n\n• Lead Knowledge management: Writes and edits material (for general public and specific target audiences) on the World Bank financed portfolio, including press releases, briefing notes, website updates, publications, newsletters, PowerPoint presentations, etc. This includes ensuring timely dissemination and exchange of information on the projects to key audiences, including partners, donors, media, relevant organizations and institutions, governments and other key stakeholders.
\n\n• Lead the Update and Maintenance of DOFA’s website: Assess website needs of the DOFA and its stakeholders and make recommendations to improve the look and beautification of the website. Create a content map, with recommended guidelines and workflows for website content updates, administration and maintenance. Lead the update and maintenance of the website.
\n\n• Develops and leads implementation of social media outreach as part of the communications strategy. Implement social media outreach strategy in the region, working collaboratively with CIU and the PIUs. Manage and grow the organization's social media presence across various platforms.
\n\nCORE DUTIES
\n\nThe Communication Specialist will be expected to carry out the following activities, including but not limited to:
\n\nKnowledge Transfer
\n\nAs part of the Communication Specialists’ duties (through various workshops and on the job training sessions), knowledge transfer to project implementation units and Implementing Agency staff will be expected. The Communication Specialist will be expected to carry out the following activities but not limited to:
\n\nQUALIFICATIONS
\n\nThe position requires substantive adaptability and may involve some functions that are supervisory in nature to oversee implementation of communication activities.
\n\nRequired experience and educational background
\n\nDesirable Qualifications
\n\nThis is a full-time assignment that will initially be for a period of one year, based in Pohnpei, FSM. Services will primarily be provided at the DoFA offices with domestic travels as required.
\n\nBased on satisfactory performance and mutual agreement between the DoFA and the Communication Specialist, the position may be extended based on satisfactory performance review and availability of funds. DoFA will provide office space, office supplies and laptop.
\n\nAnnex B: Consultant’s Reporting Obligations
\n\nList of reports, schedule of deliveries, and period of performance
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| \n\t\t\t Communication Plan \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Communication plan (as part of the annual work plan) \n\n\t\t\tA monitoring report at least twice a year on implementation status of the plan(s). \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Communication Strategy \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Within eight (8) months after the effectiveness of a new project. \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Field monitoring reports \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t At least once during each financial period \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Communication section of the Project progress reports \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Quarterly and or as required \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Portfolio progress report \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Annually \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Training completion reports \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Annually \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
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\n\n| \n\t\t\t Performance Indicator \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Audience \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Purpose And Description \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Frequency \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Target \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Data Source \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Communication Plan \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Project Implementation Units \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t To develop communication needs base on the annual work plans \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Annually \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t On or before July 15 \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Inclusion of the communication plan in the cleared work plan \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Communication section of the Project progress reports \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Implementing Agencies/ Project Implementation Units \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t To account for the communication activities for the semester \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Every 6 months \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t 2 \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Cleared semester reports. \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t On the job training \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Communication Officers \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t To ensure that the Communication Officers are able to effectively provide information on project activities \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Twice a year \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t 2 \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Press releases, Updates on online media, brochures, presentations \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Onboarding session \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t New Project Managers and Project Implement Unit staff \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t To provide a general information on project communication standards \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t As and when required \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t As required \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Onboarding presentation \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Portfolio progress report \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Implementing Agencies/ External Stakeholders \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t To provide a project status report for all status \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Annually \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t On or before November 15 \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Submission of the report to Secretary DoFA \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
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\n\nProject Name : Water Supply, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)
\n\nCredit No. : P506439
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\n\nReference No. : 380/AUDA/DITIR/IC/2026
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African Union Development Agency – NEPAD (AUDA-NEPAD) has received a grant from the International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank to implement the Water, Supply, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services and one of the key Individual Consulting service positions for Project Implementation Unit (PIU) within the WASH project is the Communication Specialist.
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The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.13, 3.14 and 3.16 of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” February 2025 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. TORs are attached as Annex 2
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Interested candidates are requested to submit the following documents for AUDA-NEPAD consideration:
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The Consultant all reports shall be submitted and approved by the Project Manager WASH or his designate within the AUDA-NEPAD.
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Interested consultants may obtain further information from the address listed below. All Expression of Interests should be sent electronically to email listed below.
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Expressions of interest must be delivered to the address below by email on or before 9th December, 2025 14:30 hours (South African Time). All EOI’s must be marked “380/AUDA/DITIR/IC/2026 – Communication Specialist in the subject line of the email.
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| \n\t\t\t Title of the Consultancy: \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Communications Specialist \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
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| \n\t\t\t Background[i] \n\n\t\t\tThe African Union (AU) established as a unique Pan African continental body, is charged with spearheading Africa’s rapid integration and sustainable development by promoting unity, solidarity, cohesion and cooperation among the peoples of Africa and the African States as well as developing a new partnership worldwide. Its Headquarters is located in Addis Ababa, the capital city of Ethiopia. \n\n\t\t\tThe New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD) is a programme of the African Union adopted in 2001 in Lusaka, Zambia, aimed primarily at poverty alleviation and promotion of economic growth and sustainable development in Africa. As a consequence of the integration of NEPAD into the structures and processes of the African Union, the NEPAD Planning and Coordinating Agency (NPCA) has been established by the Decision of the 14th AU Assembly of February 2010 as the technical body of the African Union, in replacement of the NEPAD Secretariat. \n\n\t\t\tNEPAD Agency has transformed into the African Union Development Agency. The aim of the African Union reforms is to streamline and improve effectiveness and efficiency in delivering the implementation of AU decisions, policies and programmes across all AU organs and institutions. One the recommendations of the reforms is to transform the technical body of the AU, the NEPAD Agency into the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD). The decision was made during the 31st Ordinary Session of the Assembly of African Union Heads of State and Government in Nouakchott, Mauritania, in July 2018. \n\n\t\t\tAUDA-NEPAD is an African-owned and led continental agency, spearheading Agenda 2063. The decision on the African Union Development Agency is an affirmation by Member States of their commitment to own an instrument that will champion development support to countries and regional bodies in advancing their priorities through the implementation of Agenda 2063. \n\n\t\t\t1. To coordinate and execute priority regional and continental projects to promote regional integration towards the accelerated realisation of Agenda 2063; \n\n\t\t\t2. To strengthen the capacity of African Union Member States and regional bodies; \n\n\t\t\t3. To advance knowledge-based advisory support, \n\n\t\t\t4. To undertake the full range of resource mobilisation, and \n\n\t\t\t5. To serve as the continent’s technical interface with all Africa’s development stakeholders and development partners \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t|
| \n\t\t\t Rationale[ii] \n\n\t\t\tAUDA-NEPAD is implementing the Accelerating Access to Water Supply, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Services in the Eastern and Southern Africa region Project, as phase 1 under the World Bank’s Multiphase Programmatic Approach (MPA) (also referred to as “the project”) . The program development objective of the MPA is to increase access to climate resilient water supply, sanitation and hygiene services in participating countries in Eastern and Southern Africa. \n\n\t\t\tThe project is financed through an International Development Association (IDA) grant and the Corporation for International Waters Association (CIWA) Trust Fund and serves as a catalyst for systematically scaling up WASH access across Eastern and Southern Africa. The objective of the Project is to improve governance and build institutional capacities for climate-resilient water supply and sanitation service delivery in participating countries. The project is organized into four components, (i) Component 1 - Regional Systems Strengthening and Project Management, (ii) Component 2 - Advancing Reforms, Governance and Regulation, (iii) Component 3 - Improving Service Delivery Performance, and (iv) Component - 4 Leveraging Financing for Climate-Resilient WASH Infrastructure. \n\n\t\t\tTo support the project implementation, AUDA-NEPAD is seeking the services of an individual consultant to serve in the project implementation unit (PIU), supporting the successful implementation of the 4 year project. \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t|
| \n\t\t\t The objectives of the assignment[iii] \n\n\t\t\tTo enhance project visibility and communications in alignment with AUDA–NEPAD branding. \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t|
| \n\t\t\t Scope of work, activities and Tasks[iv] \n\n\t\t\t• Develop and implement project communications strategy and plan. \n\n\t\t\t• Produce newsletters, press releases, and social media content. \n\n\t\t\t• Prepare advocacy materials for events and donor meetings. \n\n\t\t\t• Manage communication content for the project portal. \n\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t The activities for the first 3 months will be focused in support of the WASH related events during the African Union Assembly in February 2026 \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t|
| \n\t\t\t Capacity Building Program[v] \n\n\t\t\tNot applicable \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t|
| \n\t\t\t Expected results and deliverables[vi] \n\n\t\t\t• Quarterly communications package (newsletter, media release, online content). \n\n\t\t\t• Visibility materials for events. \n\n\t\t\t• Updated project communication portal. \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t|
| \n\t\t\t Location[vii] \n\n\t\t\tThe location of the assignment is Midrand, South Africa. The Consultant shall serve as an embedded Consultant at AUDA-NEPAD’s offices in Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa. \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t|
| \n\t\t\t Timeframe of the assignment[viii] \n\n\t\t\tThe assignment will be undertaken for a period of twelve (12) months from 1st February 2026 to 31st January 2027 with possibility of extension based on performance. \n\n\t\t\tThe consultant shall undergo a probation period of three month \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t|
| \n\t\t\t Submission & approval of reports[ix] \n\n\t\t\tThe Consultant will submit all deliverables electronically, in a timely manner as per the deliverables schedule. The Consultant will work under the overall supervision of the Project Coordinator, and as such, all deliverables shall be approved by the Project Coordinator. Where necessary, the Consultant is expected to incorporate feedback received and finalize each deliverable to the satisfaction AUDA-NEPAD. The Consultant is required to adhere to strict document management practices, ensuring version control and proper archiving of all deliverables. \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t|
| \n\t\t\t Deliverables/Reports/Milestones Schedule[x] \n\n\t\t\tThe Consultant will submit the following deliverables over the assignment period; \n\n\t\t\t
Monthly progress reports submitted at the end of each month of engagement throughout the consultancy. The reports will summarize activities undertaken, progress achieved against objectives, new opportunities identified, and any challenges or risks. They will also outline the work plan for the following month. \n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t | \n\t\t|
| \n\t\t\t Language requirements[xi]: \n\n\t\t\tProficiency in English is a requirement; knowledge of French, and Portuguese would be an added advantage. \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t|
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| \n\t\t\t Person Days/Months[xii] \n\n\t\t\tThis is a part time role. The Consultant will provide 11 days of level of effort per month. \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t|
| \n\t\t\t Governance, support and facilities to be provided by AUDA-NEPAD[xiii] \n\n\t\t\tAUDA NEPAD will make best efforts to avail documentation and materials that would assist in the preparation of deliverables for the assignment. \n\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t The assignment will entail travel for official duty as may be assigned from time to time. All travel will be undertaken in line with AUDA-NEPAD’s travel policies and procedures. Where required to travel, AUDA-NEPAD will facilitate and cover costs of travel. \n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t | \n\t\t|
| \n\t\t\t Qualification and work experience required for Key Experts[xiv] \n\n\t\t\tQualification \n\n\t\t\tDegree in communications, journalism, public relations or related field \n\n\t\t\tExperience \n\n\t\t\t
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| \n\t\t\t Copyrights \n\n\t\t\tBoth data and materials used will be submitted to AUDA-NEPAD who retain copy rights to the report. Consultants may not divulge, extract or quote national data or make reference to the outcomes of this assignment in other work without the expressed written permission of AUDA-NEPAD. \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
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GOVERNMENT OF ABIA STATE OF NIGERIA
\n\nMINISTRY OF POVERTY ALLEVIATION AND SOCIAL PROTECTION
\n\nABIA STATE RURAL ACCESS AND AGRICULTURAL MARKETING PROJECT (RAAMP)
\n\nNo. 11 Okpara Avenue, Umuahia. Email: abiarampspiu@yahoo.com
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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (REOI) FOR CONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR GENDER BASED VIOLENCE (GBV) SERVICE PROVIDER IN ABIA STATE
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Reference No: NG-ABIA RAAMP-432119-CS-CQS
\n\nCredit No.: 6519-NG
\n\nIssue Date: 16th September, 2025.
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The Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP) is a third-generation rural access project.). The project will be supported with financing from the World Bank and the French Development Agency (AFD) and will be guided by the Government’s Rural Travel and Transport Policy (RTTP). The lead agency for the Federal Government is the Federal Department of Rural Development (FDRD) of the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security. The Federal Project Management Unit (FPMU) is overseeing the project on behalf of FDRD, while the respective state government of nineteen (19) participating states will implement it. The project development objective of RAAMP is to improve rural access and agricultural marketing in selected participating states while strengthening the financing and institutional base for effective development, maintenance and management of the rural road network. The participating states are: eleven northern states (Bauchi, Gombe, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, kogi, kwara, Niger, Plateau and Sokoto) and eight southern states (Abia, Akwa Ibom, Ebonyi, Ekiti, Ogun, Ondo, Osun and Oyo).
\n\nThe project has three distinct components. The project will also have a “zero cost” component (Component D: Contingent Emergency Response) to address emergency requests from the Government in the case of any natural disaster events. The components are: Component A. Improvement of Rural Access and Trading Infrastructure (US$271m); Component B. Asset Management, Agro-logistics Performance Enhancement and Sector Reform (US$253m); and Component C. Institutional Development, Project Management and Risk Mitigation (US$51m). The Project Appraisal Documents provides the project details along with the component details
\n\nIt is intended that part of the proceeds of the financing will be applied to eligible payments under the contract for Consultancy Services for engagement of Gender Based Violence (GBV) Service Provider.
\n\nThe Consulting Services (“the Services”) includes;
\n\nDuration of Service
\n\nThe Abia State Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP) now invite eligible consulting firms (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services.
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The shortlisting criteria are:
\n\nThe attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs,3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” November 2020 (“Fourth edition Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.
\n\nConsultants 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 the case of a joint venture, all the partners in the joint venture shall be jointly and severally liable for the entire contract, if selected.
\n\nA Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Consultant Qualification Selection (CQS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations.
\n\nFurther information can be obtained at the address below during office hours 0900 to 1700 hours. Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) by 30th September, 2025. Late Submissions will NOT be accepted. The Client is not bound to short-list any Consultant.
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The State Project Coordinator,
\n\nRural Access and Agriculture Marketing Project (RAAMP)
\n\nNo. 11 Okpara Avenue, Umuahia, Abia State, Nigeria.
\n\nTelephone: +2348033667090
\n\nE-mail: abiarampspiu@yahoo.com
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"},{"id":"OP00376797","notice_type":"Request for Expression of Interest","noticedate":"03-Sep-2025","notice_lang_name":"English","notice_status":"Published","submission_deadline_date":"2025-09-18T00:00:00Z","submission_deadline_time":"17:00","project_ctry_name":"Liberia","project_id":"P171997","project_name":"Liberia Investment, Finance and Trade Project","bid_reference_no":"LR-MOCI-508691-CS-QCBS","bid_description":"Development of a Business and Financial Model and Strengthened Legal and Regulatory Framework for the Implementation of a National Electronic Single Window (NESW).","procurement_group":"CS","procurement_method_code":"QCBS","procurement_method_name":"Quality And Cost-Based Selection","contact_address":"Ministerial Complex\nCongo Town\nTubman Blvd, Monrovia,","contact_ctry_name":"Liberia","contact_email":"jsayekehnel@gmail.com","contact_name":"Julius Saye-Kehnel","contact_organization":"Ministry of Commerce and Industry","contact_phone_no":"0776654713","submission_date":"2025-09-03T00:00:00Z","notice_text":"
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI)
\n(CONSULTING SERVICES – FIRM SELECTION)
Project ID: P171997
\nCredit Number 7037-LR
\nGrant Number D9690-LR
September 3, 2025
\n\n| \n\t\t\t Description of Assignment and Reference Number \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Procurement Method \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Assignment Duration \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Development of a Business and Financial Model, and Strengthened Legal and Regulatory Framework for Implementation of a National Electronic Single Window (NESW) - LR-MOCI-508691-CS-QCBS \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Six (6) Months \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
The Government of Liberia recognizes the critical importance of trade facilitation in driving economic growth and fostering Liberia’s competitiveness in the Regional, Continental and global markets. Over the years, trade bottlenecks, administrative inefficiencies, and limited digital infrastructure have hindered the country’s ability to maximize revenue from import and export activities. To address these challenges, the establishment of a Liberia National Single Window (LNSW) has been identified as a priority initiative as part of the implementation of the Liberia Investment, Finance and Trade Project (LIFT-P) being spearheaded by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MOCI). A US$40 million initiative funded by the Government of Liberia, the LIFT Project aims to improve the investment climate, expand sustainable access to finance, and increase the efficiency of trade in Liberia and a portion of the funds have been allocated to support implementation of the LNSW and to establish sustainable structures for its operation.
\n\nThe LNSW is envisioned as a centralized digital platform where traders, Government Ministries, Departments, Agencies (MDAs) and other stakeholders can electronically submit applications and undertake electronic processing through to generation of the necessary import, export, and transit licenses, permits, certificates and other approvals (LPCO) required for international trade. This platform aims to streamline the regulatory approval processes, reduce transaction costs, and improve efficiencies of Liberia’s trade environment.
\n\nKey Objectives of the Assignment
\n\nThe objective of the assignment is to hire a firm to develop a business model for the long-term operation of the LNSW, consisting of options, proposals and recommendations for instituting an optimal governance structure, a supportive operational mechanism, and self-sustaining financial plans together with providing means to deliver and effective program of change and preparing agencies for adoption of the principles of risk management in their everyday operations.
\n\nA further objective of the assignment requires the firm to identify gaps and impediments in the laws and/or regulations that could adversely affect the functioning of the LNSW, and prepare recommendations for a program of legislative change, including proposed draft amendments to laws and regulations, or new laws and regulations, if required.
\n\nThe detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can found at the link below: hppt //: www.moci.gov.lr / www.emansion.gov.lr
\n\nThe Ministry of Commerce and Industry now invites eligible Consulting Firms (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The shortlisting criteria are listed as per the Terms of Reference provided below.
\n\nThe Consulting Firm should have minimum qualifications and experience as follows:
\n\nKey Experts will not be evaluated at the shortlisting stage.
\n\nThe attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers dated 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.
\n\nConsultants 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 the case of a joint venture, all the partners in the joint venture shall be jointly and severally liable for the entire contract, if selected.
\n\nThe Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (July 2016 as Revised in November 2017, August 2018, November 2020, September 2023 and February 2025).
\n\nFurther information can be obtained at the address below during office hours, i.e., 0900 to 1600 hours GMT, Monday to Friday.
\n\nExpressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by fax, or by e-mail) on or before Thursday September 18, 2025, with subject:
\n\n“Re: Development of a Business and Financial Model and Strengthened Legal and Regulatory Framework for Implementation of a National Electronic Single Window (NESW) - LR-MOCI-508691-CS-QCBS”.
\n\nLiberia Investment, Finance and Trade Project (LIFT-P)
\nAttn: Julius Y. Saye Keh-nel
\nActing Project Coordinator
\nInsurance Building, 5th Street, Sinkor
\nMonrovia, Liberia
\nTel: +231 88 682 2025 /776 654 713
\nEmail: jsayekehnel-lift@moci.gov.lr/ jsayekehnel@gmail.com
\nCc: /vanyanbah.julius@yahoo.com /fahnco76@yahoo.com
Terms of Reference
\n\nDevelopment of a Business and Financial Model, and Strengthened Legal and Regulatory Framework for the Implementation of a National Electronic Single Window (NESW)
\n\n| \n\t\t\t Post Title: \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Development of a Business Model, and Strengthened Legal and Regulatory Framework \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Location of Post: \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Headquarters of the Liberia Revenue Authority \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Contract Duration: \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t 6 Months \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Reporting Line: \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Offices of Deputy Minister for Commerce and Trade/MOCI and Commissioner of Customs/LRA \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
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1. Background
\n\nThe Government of Liberia recognizes the critical importance of trade facilitation in driving economic growth and fostering Liberia’s competitiveness in the Regional, Continental and global markets. Over the years, trade bottlenecks, administrative inefficiencies, and limited digital infrastructure have hindered the country’s ability to maximize revenue from import and export activities. To address these challenges, the establishment of a Liberia National Single Window (LNSW) has been identified as a priority initiative as part of the implementation of the Liberia Investment, Finance and Trade Project (LIFT-P) being spearheaded by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MOCI). A US$40 million initiative funded by the Government of Liberia, the LIFT Project aims to improve the investment climate, expand sustainable access to finance, and increase the efficiency of trade in Liberia and a portion of the funds have been allocated to support implementation of the LNSW and to establish sustainable structures for its operation.
\n\nThe LNSW is envisioned as a centralized digital platform where traders, Government Ministries, Departments, Agencies (MDAs) and other stakeholders can electronically submit applications and undertake electronic processing through to generation of the necessary import, export, and transit licenses, permits, certificates and other approvals (LPCO) required for international trade. This platform aims to streamline the regulatory approval processes, reduce transaction costs, and improve efficiencies of Liberia’s trade environment.
\n\nThe introduction of the LNSW aligns with Liberia’s commitments to the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and World Trade Organization (WTO) Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA). Through this initiative, Liberia seeks to modernize its international trade ecosystem, ensuring it remains competitive in an increasingly digitized global economy.
\n\nThe establishment of the LNSW will require the Government of Liberia to decide upon the means to establish its long-term operation. As such there is need to develop a business model, consisting of proposals and recommendations for instituting governance, operational, and financial plans, together with establishing an enabling legal framework to support the LNSW introduction. This Terms of Reference outlines the objectives, tasks and deliverables required to address these goals.
\n\n2. Objectives
\n\nThe objective of the assignment is for a firm to develop a business model for the long-term operation of the LNSW, consisting of options, proposals and recommendations for instituting an optimal governance structure, a supportive operational mechanism, and self-sustaining financial plans together with providing means to deliver and effective program of change and preparing agencies for adoption of the principles of risk management in their everyday operations.
\n\nA further objective of the assignment requires the firm to identify gaps and impediments in laws and/or regulations that could adversely affect the functioning of the LNSW, and prepare recommendations for a program of legislative change, including proposed draft amendments to laws and regulations, or new laws and regulations, if required.
\n\n3. Scope of Work
\n\nThe firm will undertake the following tasks:
\n\nTask 1: Governance and Operational Model for the LNSW
\n\nThis activity will, in coordination with the NTFC, Project Steering Committee, LNSW working team, and other key stakeholders including the private sector to define the governance and operational model for the LNSW. The Governance Model concerns the establishment and mode of operation of the entity tasked by the Government of Liberia (GOL) to be responsible for policy implementation and oversight of the development and operation of the LNSW. The Operational Model concerns the institutionalisation and mode of operation of the entity tasked (currently identified as the Liberia Revenue Authority) with operating the LNSW facilities on a day-to-day basis and providing the service to the users.
\n\nThis activity will consider international experience in such models as well as comparable experiences in the region from other sectors. The Consultants will assist the stakeholders with evaluating the strengths, weaknesses, and risks of each option. This activity further aims to support he stakeholders in reaching consensus among stakeholders for the preferred options.
\n\nOnce the stakeholders have finalized their selection of preferred options and obtained endorsement from the GOL, the firm, as part of this task, shall develop the service specifications for the Operator and a suitable draft Service Level Agreements between the Operator and the users, i.e. traders, Government agencies and any external parties (e.g. banks, regional border custom, and financial institutions -in case of cross border, etc.) that may from time to time exchange data with the LNSW.
\n\nThe service specifications will include draft Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and draft other contractual and operating documentation.
\n\nTask 2: Revenue Model and Fee Structure for the operation of the LNSW
\n\nThis activity will involve consultation with the GOL counterpart team and other identified stakeholders (including those in the private sector) to define an appropriate user fee structure for the LNSW. This activity will take into account international experience in establishing this structure as well as existing WTO rules and disciplines. As a key element of this work, this activity will determine and reach agreement on an appropriate self-sustaining model in the future to ensure smooth operation and maintenance of the LNSW to meet all operational cost elements, covering personnel and technical infrastructure expenditure, amongst others.
\n\nTask 3: Legal and Regulatory framework for the LNSW
\n\nThe activity will review and analyse the current national legal and regulatory framework for trade and related areas that will govern the functions and operations of the LNSW. The analysis will focus on identifying gaps and impediments in laws and/or regulations that could adversely affect the functioning of the LNSW. In consultation with the Government counterparts including the Ministry of Justice and other stakeholders, this activity will prepare recommendations for a program of legislative change, including proposed draft amendments to laws and regulations, or new laws and regulations, as may be required to institutionalise the LNSW Governance and Operating entities, allow for collection and redistribution of LNSW fees and other matters impacting full and sustainable operation of the LNSW.
\n\nTask 4: Change Management and Communications strategy and plan for the LNSW
\n\nThe LNSW will introduce a new level of automation and modernization in the core participating Agencies for the issuances of permits, licenses and permissions necessary for import, export and transit of goods and for the way they interact with each other and the public. This is necessary to provide an end-to-end service to facilitate trade.
\n\nThis activity will develop an approach to development and implementation of change management strategies and plans for each government agency. The eventual change management and communications strategy for agencies participating in the LNSW will be developed recognizing fact that successful introduction of the LNSW will require more than equipment and technology, and will rely heavily on the readiness, energy, capability and commitment of the people who will implement it and use it on a day to day basis, both in the trading community and in government departments. In line with this, the strategy will be required to cover the needs of the full range of stakeholders. The change management tasks will be required to incorporate a robust training, capacity building, and awareness-raising strategy and plan to ensure all users, including traders and agency officers, are adequately trained to use the system post-implementation and on an ongoing basis thereafter. The Change Management and Communications strategy will be required to include activities related to external and internal communications, stakeholder engagement, awareness/advocacy, training, facilitation, monitoring, staff and technical support strategies, among others.
\n\nThe Change Management and Communications Strategy will include monitoring on an ongoing basis during implementation to ensure effectiveness. This will also include the development of a monitoring and evaluation framework to gauge the effectiveness of the strategy on an on-going basis during implementation.
\n\nTask 5: Design of a Risk Management Strategy and model for Agencies
\n\nMore effective use of risk management is a benefit to be derived by the government agencies through use of the LNSW for targeting fraud, risk and increasing compliance and revenues. To gain the benefits of improved Risk Management, it will be necessary for LRA/Customs and other government agencies involved in the import, export and transit of goods to establish systems for leveraging data held in the LNSW and profiling risk, underpinned by risk management models in each agency, within an overarching risk management model for the LNSW.
\n\nThe output of this activity will be a Risk Management model aimed at leveraging the data created within the LNSW which encompasses all the transaction generated by GAs – not just Customs transactions – as well as data supplied to all GAs (e.g. data in requests for CLPs from commercial invoices, certificates of inspection, etc.) to allow the GAs to prioritize the way they decide to exercise risk-based interventions.
\n\n4. Duration, Deliverables, Timelines and payment
\n\nThe assignment will commence within 30 days of contract award and is expected to last six (6) months from the date of the contract signing.
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| \n\t\t\t Task 2: Revenue Model and Fee Structure for the operation of the LNSW \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
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\n\nBy combining these methodologies, the project aims to deliver results that are both practical and impactful for Liberia’s trade environment.
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\n\nThe firm will report to LIFT-P Secretariat on administrative matters and the Deputy Minister of Commerce for the technical aspects of the assignment. The firm will further be required to present to the LNSW Steering Committee comprising representatives from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Liberia Revenue Authority, and other relevant agencies to advise on its proposals, options, and recommendations to address all aspects of the assignment. Regular progress meetings, milestone presentations, and feedback sessions will ensure transparency and alignment throughout the project.
\n\nIn addition to the inception, final and task related reports detailed in section 4 above, the Consulting firm will be required to deliver:
\n\n7. Local Services, Personnel and Facilities Provided by the Client
\n\nThe LIFT-P will provide:
\n\nAll other facilities for delivery of the assignment will be provided by the firm.
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\n\nIt is envisaged that the Consulting firm will satisfy the following conditions:
\n\nThe Consulting firm will comprise of at least the following key experts with input duration of each role to be proposed for full and successful delivery of the assignment.
\n\nThe proposed individual consultants to be proposed by the Consultant firm must satisfy the following minimum requirements:
\n\nOne (1) consultant with background in trade related law gained preferably by working in or with the public sector of Liberia.
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\n\nThe Change Management Expert will lead the design of strategies to support stakeholder adoption, institutional alignment, and seamless transition during the project implementation. Their role ensures that organizational, procedural, and cultural changes are effectively managed to achieve sustainable reform outcomes.
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\n\nThe Customs/Risk Management Expert will assess and recommend introduction and enhancement (where they might already exist) to Customs’ and border agencies approach to risk management, through development of organization structures and risk-based frameworks to support efficient, compliant, and secure trade operations on the LSNW And ASYCUDA World. The role ensures alignment with international standards while optimizing the use of data and technology to streamline border processes.
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\n\n[1] WTO/RKS: World Customs Organization’s Revised Kyoto Convention
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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
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Country: Ethiopia
\n\nName of Project: Eastern and Southern Africa Girls’ Empowerment and Resilience (EAGER) programme
\n\nGrant No: P179293
\n\nAssignment Title: Individual Consultant as a Project Communication Specialist
\n\nReference No. ET-AUC-510163-CS-INDV
\n\nThe African Union Commission has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of Eastern and Southern Africa Girls’ Empowerment and Resilience (EAGER) programme and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.
\n\nThe consulting services (“the Services”) include developing portfolio of high-quality materials, including Briefing notes, Press releases, Newsletters, Articles. All materials should align with AUC and World Bank standards and be ready for dissemination. Specific tasks include:
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The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment are attached to this Request for Expression of Interest.
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The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” July 2016, revised November 2020 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.
\n\nA Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant selection method set out in the Procurement Regulations.
\n\nFurther information can be obtained at the address below during office hours i.e. 0900 to 1700 hours.
\n\nExpressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) by 12 September 2025
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African Union Commission,
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TERMS OF REFERENCE
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Ref: ET-AUC-510163-CS-INDV
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The African Union Commission (AUC) and the World Bank Group have established a strategic partnership and an extensive collaboration in various areas over the past years. Following increased engagement between the Commission and the World Bank, existing collaborations and new programmes on gender equality and women’s empowerment (GEWE) have been established. In 2023, the AU and World Bank signed an agreement to implement the East and Southern Africa Girls’ Empowerment and Resilience (EAGER) Project, to be implemented from 2024 to 2029. The project provides a platform to directly collaborate with AU Member States across Eastern and Southern Africa on women and girls’ empowerment.
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The EAGER project seeks to increase girls’ and women’s educational attainment and earnings and to strengthen the institutional capacity to implement gender equality policies. The programme components include boosting human capital accumulation, enabling access to productive employment, and building the enabling environment to generate change across both formal and informal institutions, including development of policies and regulatory frameworks, markets, and social norms that support the adoption of progressive gender equality reforms.
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Engaging three units of the African Union Commission[1], the EAGER Project seeks to expand girls and women’s empowerment in Africa, with strengthened AU Member States accountability on the elimination of violence against women and girls; and increased girls and women’s financial inclusion as part of the AU Decade (2020 – 2030); and promoted innovation, capacity building and engagement of young people.
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The Communications Specialist is expected to be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia at the African Union Headquarters specifically within the Women, Gender and Youth Directorate (WGYD). He/She shall avail time for any travel pertinent to EAGER as requested by the Women, Gender and Youth Directorate (WGYD), and/or the Department of Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development (HHSD), and/or the African Union International Centre for Girls and Women’s Education in Africa (AUCIEFFA).
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With guidance and supervision of the Regional Programme Coordinator, the proposed deliverables of the Communications Specialist are as follows:
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The Communications Specialist will report to the Regional Programme Coordinator and work under the supervision of the Women, Gender and Youth Directorate (WGYD) of the African Union Commission.
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The Communications Specialist travel expenses shall be covered by the African Union Commission in accordance with African Union Commission rules and regulations.
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A Masters Level Degree in Communications, Social Sciences, International Development, Gender Studies, or a related field.
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The Communications Specialist should be proficient in English and at least one of the African Union working languages. Good command of French and/or Portuguese is an advantage.
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The Communications Specialist shall be remunerated based on experience, task load and will be guided by AUC considerations on equivalent professional level and rates. The contract will be covering a 12-month period, with the possibility to extension based on need, performance and availability of budget.
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Consultancy service to facilitate sensitization on technology transfer guideline and development of database
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The Partnership for African Vaccine manufacturing (PAVM) was established by the African Union (AU) in 2021, under the Africa CDC, to deliver a bold goal: enabling the African vaccine manufacturing industry to develop, produce, and supply over 60 percent of the total vaccine doses required on the continent by 2040. In February 2024, the 37th Ordinary Session of the Assembly decided to expand the mandate of the PAVM include manufacturing of medicines, diagnostics, and other health products as Platform for Harmonized African Health Products Manufacturing (PHAHM). To execute this ambitious goal, a Framework for Action (FFA) was developed and defined eight bold programs to support the vaccine manufacturing ecosystem. Technology Transfer and IP enablement is one of the eight bold programs expected to support tech transfer and IP enablement effort of African Manufacturers. The FFA assess the vaccines Technology transfer in Africa, challenges, and possible solutions to contribute to a strengthened vaccine manufacturing.
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African manufacturers face multiple challenges in advancing vaccine manufacturing technologies, including limited access and visibility of available technologies and partners, high investments in staff development, equipment procurement and facility enhancement. Fragmentation within regulatory systems, markets, and distribution channels further complicates the process, making it difficult for African manufacturers to attract technology transfers. Additionally, inadequate incentives for technology providers to share innovations further hinder effective technology transfers across the continent. Furthermore, limited awareness of technology recipients on what can be done before, during and after technology transfers and the importance of proper agreement between technology providers and recipients is also one of the roadblocks that needs to be addressed.
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Towards this end, in quarter-1 of 2025, the World Bank financed training to boost awareness on tech transfer process to African vaccine manufacturers to inform what can be done before receiving technology as preparatory phase, during tech receiving, and post tech transfer. The importance of proper agreement during initiation of tech transfers and related points. Before training, PHAHM and its partners performed a preliminary analysis on technology transfer needs and gaps of African vaccine manufacturers and during the training PHAHM tried to validate the identified tech transfer gaps and intervention frameworks by participants. Participants gave input on the tech transfer gaps and suggested prioritized intervention to address the gaps. Finaly when participants concluded the training and validation session, consensus was reached to do proper costing of the interventions and establishing data base that reflects the technology transfer situation in Africa i.e. tech transfer projects initiated, in progress, and completed. This costing will be done by the LMHC division in consultation with Health Economics division of Africa CDC.
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However, with the development of the guideline for technology transfer supported by the World Bank, there is a need to sensitize African manufacturers who will be using the guideline during the process of technology transfer. The sensitization workshop is one of the approved activities for the LMHC division in the 2025 AWPB (ref ACDC-WB-2025-80). Furthermore, for proper planning and intervention, there is also a need to develop a database of manufacturers who are potential or existing provider and recipients of technology transfer.
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The Africa CDC is seeking to engage a qualified consultant to support its efforts in strengthening technology transfer (tech transfer) mechanisms across the continent. The consultant will be responsible for two key tasks: Facilitating a sensitization workshop on the newly developed technology transfer guideline and supporting the design and development of a comprehensive tech transfer database.
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This ToR outlines the objectives, scope of work, and expected deliverables for this consultancy
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The overall objective of this consultancy is to build the capacity of African vaccine and product manufacturers, as well as other relevant stakeholders, to effectively implement the technology transfer guideline and to support the development of a comprehensive technology transfer database.
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Below is the list of deliverables expected under this assignment.
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The African CDC now invites eligible Individual Consultants (“Consultants”) to submit their CVs and required documents as listed in the ToR to provide the requested services to Africa CDC. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services.
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The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” July 2016 Revised February 2025 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.
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A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Selection method set out in the Procurement Regulations.
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Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours: 8:00- 13:00 and 14:00-17:00, Addis Ababa Time.
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CVs must be delivered in a written form following the above shortlisting criteria to the emails below before 15:00 Hours Local Time on 12 September 2025.
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\n\nFor clarification and requesting for ToR: E-mails: tender@africacdc.org;
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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
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Assignment Title: Communications Manager on Early Childhood Education and Inclusion at the Education Reform Communication Office
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\n\nThe Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine is implementing projects financed by the World Bank, including: Lifting Education Access and Resilience in times of Need in Ukraine Program (LEARN) Program and plans to prepare and implement new operations in cooperation with the World Bank (hereinafter referred to as the Operation(s))
\n\nLEARN was developed to address critical challenges and provide essential support to the education sector, aligning with the Ministry of Education and Science’s (MoES) Strategic Action Plan.
\n\nCommunications Manager on Early Childhood Education and Inclusion will ensure that key messages about ECE and Inclusion reforms, accessibility, and quality improvements are effectively communicated to parents, educators, and policymakers, fostering trust and informed decision-making.
\n\nThe Consultant will be contracted through competitive selection in line with Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, Feb 2025. The detailed Terms of Reference and submission modalities for the assignment are attached to this Request for Expression of Interest.
\n\nMOES now invites qualified interested persons to submit their expression of interest in Ukrainian and English as provided in the Terms of reference. The deadline for submission of applications is 11:00 am Kyiv time September 03, 2025.
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Communications Manager on Early Childhood Education and Inclusion
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Ukraine and World Bank have signed the agreements for the Program "Lifting Education Access and Resilience in times of Need in Ukraine Program" (hereinafter referred to as the LEARN or Operation).
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The Operation total financing is US$415 million using a combination of the World Bank's financial instruments: Program-for-Results (PforR) complemented by Investment Project Financing (IPF).
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The Program-for-Results (PforR) is implemented through a US$235 million credit provided by Bank resources, supported by credit enhancement from the Advancing Needed Credit Enhancement for Ukraine (ADVANCE Ukraine) Trust Fund, which is backed by the Government of Japan. This is formalized under the Financing Agreement between Ukraine and the International Development Association for the Program (CREDIT NUMBER 7626-UA). An additional US$150 million is provided under the Special Program for Ukraine and Moldova Recovery (SPUR) of the International Development Association (IDA) Crisis Facility, as outlined in the Loan Agreement between Ukraine and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development for the Program (LOAN NUMBER 9721-UA).
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Furthermore, US$30 million in Investment Project Financing (IPF) is secured under the Grant Agreement between Ukraine and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the International Development Association, acting as the administrator of the Ukraine Relief, Recovery, Reconstruction, and Reform Multi-Donor Trust Fund (URTF GRANT NUMBER TF0C5794).
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Hereinafter, the portion of the Operation financed through the PforR will be referred to as the Program, and the portion financed through the IPF will be referred to as the Project.
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LEARN was developed to address critical challenges and provide essential support to the education sector, aligning with the Ministry of Education and Science's (MoES) Strategic Action Plan.
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For this program, “strategic communication and public engagement” refer to three critical aspects of ensuring the effective implementation of education policies and public trust in reforms:
\n\ni. Transparency and trust, including timely and clear communication about key initiatives, accessible information for stakeholders, and proactive crisis communication strategies to address concerns and misinformation.
\n\nii. Awareness and outreach, especially the development of targeted campaigns, public information materials, and digital engagement strategies to ensure broad understanding and support for educational transformations among educators, parents, students, and policymakers.
\n\niii. Capacity building in communication, ensuring that education institutions, regional authorities, and key stakeholders are equipped with the necessary tools, guidelines, and skills to effectively communicate and engage with the public regarding policy changes, funding mechanisms, and international support programs.
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Effective communication is a key instrument for building trust in education reforms, shaping public perception, and ensuring stakeholder engagement. The Operation of the World Bank is inlined with the Strategic Action Plan and Communications vision of the Ministry.
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The objective of this assignment is to develop and implement communication initiatives that enhance public awareness and stakeholder engagement in early childhood education (ECE) and Inclusion in alignment with the MoES Strategic Action Plan and the Operation of the World Bank. The Communications Manager will ensure that key messages about ECE and Inclusion reforms, accessibility, and quality improvements are effectively communicated to parents, educators, and policymakers, fostering trust and informed decision-making.
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The Consultant shall provide the following services, including but not limited to:
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Communications Manager on Early Childhood Education and Inclusion at Education Reform Communication Office reports directly to the Head of the ERCO. For operational matters, works in coordination with the respective MoES directorates, line deputy ministers.
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The Consultant shall submit monthly reports in hard copy. The reports shall include a description of the Consultant's services during the reporting period and time sheets.
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MoES shall provide the Consultant with the information necessary to carry out his/her assignment in a timely manner. MoES shall provide the Consultant with a workplace, including necessary equipment to carry out his/her functions (e.g. PC, communications and office equipment).
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Minimum requirements (mandatory):
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Desired skills and qualifications:
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The consultant shall provide his services until 31.12.2025 with potential prolongation till the end of the Operation(s).
\n\nThe Consultant shall provide services on a full-time basis.
\n\nThe services are planned to be rendered in Kyiv, Ukraine. It is expected that the Consultant may provide the Services remotely with mandatory presence upon request to be in the premises of MoES. The Consultant should be required and expected to take business trips to other regions of Ukraine to support the implementation of the Operations.
\n\nThe terms of the contract and the work schedule are subject to negotiation.
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Interested persons should submit their CVs in Ukrainian and English at the following email address: kateryna.kovtun@mon.gov.ua, Cc: serhiy.artemenko@uiherp.org and maryna.chubenko.piu@gmail.com indicating the email subject: " LEARN-IC-NUS-1.14.1-R: Selection of Communications Manager on Early Childhood Education and Inclusion: [NAME]".
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The deadline for submission of the documents is 11:00 am Kyiv time 03.09.2025.
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If the Consultant fails to provide CVs in both languages, the Client reserves the right to reject the Consultant's application.
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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
\n\n(LEARN-IC-NUS-1.16-R– Communication Manager 1
\n\nat the Education Reform Communication Office)
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\n\n
UKRAINE
\n\nLifting Education Access and Resilience in Times of Need in Ukraine Program
\n\nGrant No. TF0C5794
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Assignment Title: Communication Manager 1 at the Education Reform Communication Office
\n\nReference No. LEARN-IC-NUS-1.16-R
\n\nUkraine and World Bank have signed the agreements for the Program "Lifting Education Access and Resilience in times of Need in Ukraine Program" (hereinafter referred to as the LEARN or Operation).
\n\nThe Operation total financing is US$415 million using a combination of the World Bank's financial instruments: Program-for-Results (PforR) complemented by Investment Project Financing (IPF).
\n\nLEARN was developed to address critical challenges and provide essential support to the education sector, aligning with the Ministry of Education and Science’s (MoES) Strategic Action Plan.
\n\nThe Communication Manager 1 leads and coordinates communication activities related to the New Ukrainian School (NUS) reform in the area of general secondary education. The role focuses on delivering strategic and creative communication campaigns, engaging stakeholders, building public support, and enhancing visibility and trust in the reform process. This is a leadership role involving cross-functional team coordination and advocacy among target audiences.
\n\nThe Consultant will be contracted through competitive selection in line with Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, Feb 2025. The detailed Terms of Reference and submission modalities for the assignment are attached to this Request for Expression of Interest.
\n\nMOES now invites qualified interested persons to submit their expression of interest in Ukrainian and English as provided in the Terms of reference. The deadline for submission of applications is 11:00 am Kyiv time July 18, 2025.
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TERMS OF REFERENCE
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for Consulting Services (Individual Consultant)
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Communication Manager 1
\n\nat the Education Reform Communication Office
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Contract No. LEARN-IC-NUS-1.16-R
\n\nLifting Education Access and Resilience in Times of Need in Ukraine Program
\n\nURTF Grant No. TF0C5794
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Ukraine and World Bank have signed the agreements for the Program "Lifting Education Access and Resilience in times of Need in Ukraine Program" (hereinafter referred to as the LEARN or Operation).
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The Operation total financing is US$415 million using a combination of the World Bank's financial instruments: Program-for-Results (PforR) complemented by Investment Project Financing (IPF).
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The Program-for-Results (PforR) is implemented through a US$235 million credit provided by Bank resources, supported by credit enhancement from the Advancing Needed Credit Enhancement for Ukraine (ADVANCE Ukraine) Trust Fund, which is backed by the Government of Japan. This is formalized under the Financing Agreement between Ukraine and the International Development Association for the Program (CREDIT NUMBER 7626-UA). An additional US$150 million is provided under the Special Program for Ukraine and Moldova Recovery (SPUR) of the International Development Association (IDA) Crisis Facility, as outlined in the Loan Agreement between Ukraine and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development for the Program (LOAN NUMBER 9721-UA).
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Furthermore, US$30 million in Investment Project Financing (IPF) is secured under the Grant Agreement between Ukraine and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the International Development Association, acting as the administrator of the Ukraine Relief, Recovery, Reconstruction, and Reform Multi-Donor Trust Fund (URTF GRANT NUMBER TF0C5794).
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Hereinafter, the portion of the Operation financed through the PforR will be referred to as the Program, and the portion financed through the IPF will be referred to as the Project.
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LEARN was developed to address critical challenges and provide essential support to the education sector, aligning with the Ministry of Education and Science's (MoES) Strategic Action Plan.
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The Operation will focus on supporting the Strategic Action Plan Priority 2: School education and the New Ukrainian School (NUS). The continuation of the NUS reform is a key priority of the MoES.
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The objectives of the Operation are to (i) improve teaching and learning conditions; and (ii) strengthen management capacity of the education system.
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For this program, "teaching and learning conditions" refer to three critical factors of education service delivery:
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i. safety, including shelters as a pre-condition for schools to open for in-person learning and free and inclusive school bus transportation for students living further distances from schools;
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ii. learning materials, especially updated textbooks and age-appropriate learning materials in line with the NUS model; and
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iii. teachers trained on NUS standards, principles, and the use of the updated learning materials.
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Meanwhile, "management capacity of the education system" refers to institutional capabilities to plan, allocate, and monitor resources based on robust data at the student and school levels.
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The NUS Implementation Office (NIO) will be established by the Ministry as an advisory and consultative body. The NIO's primary purpose is to support and implement the New Ukrainian School (NUS) reform by providing expert guidance, strategic oversight, and coordination of reform initiatives across Ukraine.
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2. OBJECTIVE
\n\nThe Communication Manager 1 leads and coordinates communication activities related to the New Ukrainian School (NUS) reform in the area of general secondary education. The role focuses on delivering strategic and creative communication campaigns, engaging stakeholders, building public support, and enhancing visibility and trust in the reform process. This is a leadership role involving cross-functional team coordination and advocacy among target audiences.
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3. SCOPE OF SERVICES
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The Consultant shall provide the following services, including but not limited to:
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4. REPORTING
\n\nThe Communication Manager 1 reports directly to the Projects Coordinator. For operational matters, works in coordination with the Head of the World Bank Operations Management unit (project implementing unit).
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The Consultant shall submit monthly reports in hard copy. The reports shall include a description of the Consultant's services during the reporting period and time sheets.
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5. PROVIDED RESOURCES
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MoES shall provide the Consultant with the information necessary to carry out his/her assignment in a timely manner. MoES shall provide the Consultant with a workplace, including necessary equipment to carry out his/her functions (e.g. PC, communications and office equipment).
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6. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
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Minimum requirements (mandatory):
\n\nDesired Skills and Qualifications:
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7.PERIOD AND LOCATION OF EMPLOYMENT
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The Consultant shall provide his/her services until 31.12.2025. The contract may be extended subject to satisfactory performance and mutual agreement between the Consultant and the Ministry of Education and Science (MoES) during the Program financing period.
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The Consultant shall provide his/her services on a full-time basis.
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The incumbent will be based in Kyiv, Ukraine. The Consultant should be required and expected to take business trips to other regions of Ukraine to support implementation of the Program.
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8. APPLICATION PACKAGE
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Interested persons should submit their CVs in Ukrainian and English at the following email address: kateryna.kovtun@mon.gov.ua Cc: serhiy.artemenko@uiherp.org & maryna.chubenko.piu@gmail.com indicating the email subject: "LEARN-IC-NUS-1.16-R: Selection of Communication Manager 1: [NAME]".
\n\nThe deadline for submission of the documents is 11:00 am Kyiv time 18.07.2025.
\n\nIf the Consultant fails to provide CVs in both languages, the Client reserves the right to reject the Consultant's application.
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Republic of Zambia
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MINISTRY OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND SOCIAL SERVICES
\n\n(MCDSS)
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SOCIAL CASH TRANSFER - PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION UNIT
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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
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CONSULTING SERVICES – Individual Consultant Selection (Open; National)
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COUNTRY: ZAMBIA
\n\nNAME OF PROJECT: GIRLS' EDUCATION AND WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT AND LIVELIHOODS FOR HUMAN CAPITAL PROJECT – GEWEL 2
\n\nCREDIT NO: P181391
\n\nASSIGNMENT TITLE: SELECTION OF INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT
\n\nREFERENCE NO: MCDSS/SCT/C/2025
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The Government of Republic of Zambia, with support from the World Bank and the Global Financing Facility for Women, Children and Adolescent (GFF), is implementing the Girls’ Education and Women’s Empowerment and Livelihoods for Human Capital Project (GEWEL 2) with the main objective of promoting human capital development and productivity among poor and vulnerable girls and women, while strengthening adaptive social protection delivery systems. The project is being implemented across three Government Ministries, namely the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services (MCDSS), Ministry of Education (MOE), and Ministry of Health (MOH), as well as the Gender Division in the Office of the President. The project has four components, (i) the Foundational Social Cash Transfer and Nutrition (SCT) implemented by the Department of Social Welfare at MCDSS and MoH; (ii) Keeping Girls in School and Beyond (KGS) implemented by MOE; (iii) Supporting Women’s Livelihoods for Climate-Smart Productive Inclusion (SWL) implemented by the Department of Community Development at MCDSS; and (iv) the Institutional Strengthening and Systems Building for Cash ‘Plus’ Delivery (ISSB) implemented by the Department of Planning and Information at MCDSS and Gender Division.
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Specifically, the Social Cash Transfer Project Implementation Unit (PIU) under the MCDSS will be responsible for implementation of Component 1 of the project which is, the Nutrition – Sensitive Foundational Social Cash Transfer. This component will ensure the continuity of the foundational SCT program for a cash ‘plus’ approach, with complementary activities for improved nutrition outcomes. It will invest in the SCT as the national social assistance program to continue strengthening household food security and resilience to climate and other shocks. It will provide nutrition cash top – ups to select eligible SCT households as part of complementary activities that are layered as a cash ‘plus’ approach for improved nutrition among poor households in the first 1,000 days of a child's life, building on ongoing efforts. Together with MoH, the implementation of this component will follow an integrated approach focusing on both ‘nutrition-sensitive’ and ‘nutrition-specific’ activities for improved purchasing power, as well as demand creation and service provision.
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To efficiently and effectively execute the implementation of this component, the SCT PIU seeks the services of a SCT Communications Specialist.
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\nObjective of the Job
The SCT Communications Specialist will be responsible for promoting the programme goals, encouraging community participation and foster a positive impact on SCT programme.
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Key Responsibilities
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| \n\t\t\t KEY RESULT AREAS \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
\n\t\t\t
\n\n\t\t\t
| \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
| \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Content Creation \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
| \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Media and Public Relations \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
| \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Branding \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
| \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Stakeholder Engagement \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
| \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Social Media, Website Update and Digital Outreach \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
| \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Monitoring and Reporting \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
| \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Advocacy and Campaigns \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
| \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Internal Communication & Coordination \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
| \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Any other duties \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
| \n\t\t
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Qualifications and Experience
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\n\n
Duration and Location
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Performance Evaluation
\n\n\n\n
\n\n
Reporting
\n\n\n\n
The Communication Specialist will report directly to the SCT Project Coordinator.
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Procurement/ Hiring method
\n\n\n\n
The Consultant will be hired and contracted as per the “Individual Consultant (IC)” Selection method of World Bank Procurement Regulation (PR), September 2023.
\n\n\n\n
Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours (i.e. 09:00 to 1700 hours).
\n\nThe Permanent Secretary,
\n\nMinistry of Community Development and Social Services
\n\nPrivate Bag W252
\n\nCommunity House
\n\nLusaka.
\n\nExpressions of interest must be delivered in a written form (hard copy) by 17:00 hours on 20th June, 2025.
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\n\n
Republic of Zambia
\n\n\n\n
MINISTRY OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND SOCIAL SERVICES
\n\n(MCDSS)
\n\n\n\n
\n\n
SOCIAL CASH TRANSFER - PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION UNIT
\n\n\n\n
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
\n\n\n\n
CONSULTING SERVICES – Individual Consultant Selection (Open; National)
\n\n\n\n
COUNTRY: ZAMBIA
\n\nNAME OF PROJECT: GIRLS' EDUCATION AND WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT AND LIVELIHOODS FOR HUMAN CAPITAL PROJECT – GEWEL 2
\n\nCREDIT NO: P181391
\n\nASSIGNMENT TITLE: SELECTION OF INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT
\n\nREFERENCE NO: MCDSS/SCT/C/2025
\n\n\n\n
The Government of Republic of Zambia, with support from the World Bank and the Global Financing Facility for Women, Children and Adolescent (GFF), is implementing the Girls’ Education and Women’s Empowerment and Livelihoods for Human Capital Project (GEWEL 2) with the main objective of promoting human capital development and productivity among poor and vulnerable girls and women, while strengthening adaptive social protection delivery systems. The project is being implemented across three Government Ministries, namely the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services (MCDSS), Ministry of Education (MOE), and Ministry of Health (MOH), as well as the Gender Division in the Office of the President. The project has four components, (i) the Foundational Social Cash Transfer and Nutrition (SCT) implemented by the Department of Social Welfare at MCDSS and MoH; (ii) Keeping Girls in School and Beyond (KGS) implemented by MOE; (iii) Supporting Women’s Livelihoods for Climate-Smart Productive Inclusion (SWL) implemented by the Department of Community Development at MCDSS; and (iv) the Institutional Strengthening and Systems Building for Cash ‘Plus’ Delivery (ISSB) implemented by the Department of Planning and Information at MCDSS and Gender Division.
\n\n\n\n
Specifically, the Social Cash Transfer Project Implementation Unit (PIU) under the MCDSS will be responsible for implementation of Component 1 of the project which is, the Nutrition – Sensitive Foundational Social Cash Transfer. This component will ensure the continuity of the foundational SCT program for a cash ‘plus’ approach, with complementary activities for improved nutrition outcomes. It will invest in the SCT as the national social assistance program to continue strengthening household food security and resilience to climate and other shocks. It will provide nutrition cash top – ups to select eligible SCT households as part of complementary activities that are layered as a cash ‘plus’ approach for improved nutrition among poor households in the first 1,000 days of a child's life, building on ongoing efforts. Together with MoH, the implementation of this component will follow an integrated approach focusing on both ‘nutrition-sensitive’ and ‘nutrition-specific’ activities for improved purchasing power, as well as demand creation and service provision.
\n\n\n\n
To efficiently and effectively execute the implementation of this component, the SCT PIU seeks the services of a SCT Communications Specialist.
\n\n\n\n
\nObjective of the Job
The SCT Communications Specialist will be responsible for promoting the programme goals, encouraging community participation and foster a positive impact on SCT programme.
\n\n\n\n
Key Responsibilities
\n\n\n\n
| \n\t\t\t KEY RESULT AREAS \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
\n\t\t\t
\n\n\t\t\t
| \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
| \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Content Creation \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
| \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Media and Public Relations \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
| \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Branding \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
| \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Stakeholder Engagement \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
| \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Social Media, Website Update and Digital Outreach \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
| \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Monitoring and Reporting \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
| \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Advocacy and Campaigns \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
| \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Internal Communication & Coordination \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
| \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Any other duties \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
| \n\t\t
\n\n
Qualifications and Experience
\n\n\n\n
\n\n
Duration and Location
\n\n\n\n
\n\n
Performance Evaluation
\n\n\n\n
\n\n
Reporting
\n\n\n\n
The Communication Specialist will report directly to the SCT Project Coordinator.
\n\n\n\n
Procurement/ Hiring method
\n\n\n\n
The Consultant will be hired and contracted as per the “Individual Consultant (IC)” Selection method of World Bank Procurement Regulation (PR), September 2023.
\n\n\n\n
Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours (i.e. 09:00 to 1700 hours).
\n\nThe Permanent Secretary,
\n\nMinistry of Community Development and Social Services
\n\nPrivate Bag W252
\n\nCommunity House
\n\nLusaka.
\n\nExpressions of interest must be delivered in a written form (hard copy) by 17:00 hours on 20th June, 2025.
\n\n\n\n
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Liberia Electricity Sector Strengthening and Access Project (LESSAP)
\n\nProject ID: P173416
\n\n\n\n
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
\n\n(CONSULTING SERVICES – INDIVIDUAL SELECTION)
\n\n\n\n
Issue date: May 26, 2025
\n\nClosing date: June 9, 2025
\n\n\n\n
Consultancy Services for Result Based Financing (RBF) Mini grid Specialist
\n\nContract Reference No: LR-RREA-486869-CS-INDV
\n\n\n\n
\n\n
\n\n
The Rural and Renewable Energy Agency (RREA) is an autonomous agency of the Government of Liberia, established in 2010 and legislated in 2015. Its mandate is to facilitate and accelerate the economic transformation of rural Liberia by promoting the development and supply of modern energy products and services, with a focus on locally available renewable resources.
\n\nLiberia's National Electrification Strategy (NES) aims to achieve universal electricity access by 2030, with a target of 75% access by 2030. The strategy outlines a combination of grid expansion, mini-grids, and stand-alone solar systems to achieve these goals.
\n\nUnder the World Bank-financed LESSAP II, RREA is implementing initiatives to electrify public health and education facilities, deploy solar home systems for households and off-grid productive uses, and pilot private sector-led mini-grids. These efforts are aligned with Liberia's medium-term development plan and contribute to the government's target of reaching universal access to electricity by 2030.
\n\nWith the financing from the World Bank, toward the cost of Liberia Electricity Sector and Strengthening Access Project (LESSAP), RREA intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services for Project Coordinator.
\n\n\n\n
The objective of the assignment is to engage a Communication Officer who will develop and implement strategic communication initiatives to enhance the visibility, outreach, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement of the Liberia Renewable Energy Access Project (LIRENAP) and the Liberia Electricity Sector Strengthening and Access Projects (LESSAP 1 and 2), both implemented by the Rural and Renewable Energy Agency (RREA).
\n\nThe Communication Officer will be responsible for designing and executing innovative communication strategies that effectively convey the objectives, achievements, and benefits of these projects to government agencies, development partners, private sector actors, local communities, and the general public. The role will support internal and external communication efforts across key RREA units, including Programs, Administration and Finance, Procurement, and the Office of the Executive Director, ensuring that project information is accurate, timely, and aligned with RREA’s institutional goals.
\n\nUnder the supervision of the Executive Director, the Communication Officer will:
\n\nProfessional Experience
\n\nThe LESSAP and LIRENAP Communication Officer will be based at the office of RREA in Monrovia, Liberia, but is expected to travel periodically to the project sites and other locations in rural Liberia. The Consultant will report to the Executive Director of the Rural and Renewable Energy Agency (RREA) or his or her designate.
\n\nThis is a time-based contract for a period of two years with the possibility of extension based on performance.
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The attention of interested individual Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” dated July 2016, revised November 2017, and August 2018, November 2020 and September 2023 and revised in February 2025, setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. Please refer to paragraph 3.17 of the Procurement Regulations on conflict of interest related to this assignment which is available on the Bank’s website at http://projectsbeta.worldbank.org/en/projects-operations/products-and-services/brief/
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Interested individual will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant Selection (ICS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations.
\n\nFurther information and the detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be obtained electronically at the following email addresses and Website, from Mondays to Fridays, from 0900 to 1600 hours GMT:
\n\nEmail: info@rrealiberia.org Website: www.rrealiberia.org
\n\nExpression of Interest; clearly marked Consultant for Communication Officer, must be delivered through an email to the address below on or before 4:00 p.m. Local Time, on June 9, 2025.
\n\nOnly shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Attn: Executive Director
\n\nRural and Renewable Energy Agency
\n\nLEC Sub-station, Newport Street
\n\n1000 Monrovia 10, Liberia
\n\nEmail: samueln@rrealiberia.org
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Electronic submission should also be copied to the following addresses:
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info@rrealiberia.org; stephenp@rrealiberia.org; augustinem@rrealiberia.org, tenniej@rrealiberia.org; dehkonteew@rrealiberia.org
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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
\n\n(LEARN-IC-NUS-1.16– Communication Manager 1
\n\nat the Education Reform Communication Office)
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UKRAINE
\n\nLifting Education Access and Resilience in Times of Need in Ukraine Program
\n\nGrant No. TF0C5794
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Assignment Title: Communication Manager 1 at the Education Reform Communication Office
\n\nReference No. LEARN-IC-NUS-1.16
\n\nUkraine and World Bank have signed the agreements for the Program "Lifting Education Access and Resilience in times of Need in Ukraine Program" (hereinafter referred to as the LEARN or Operation).
\n\nThe Operation total financing is US$415 million using a combination of the World Bank's financial instruments: Program-for-Results (PforR) complemented by Investment Project Financing (IPF).
\n\nLEARN was developed to address critical challenges and provide essential support to the education sector, aligning with the Ministry of Education and Science’s (MoES) Strategic Action Plan.
\n\nThe Communication Manager 1 leads and coordinates communication activities related to the New Ukrainian School (NUS) reform in the area of general secondary education. The role focuses on delivering strategic and creative communication campaigns, engaging stakeholders, building public support, and enhancing visibility and trust in the reform process. This is a leadership role involving cross-functional team coordination and advocacy among target audiences.
\n\nThe Consultant will be contracted through competitive selection in line with Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, Feb 2025. The detailed Terms of Reference and submission modalities for the assignment are attached to this Request for Expression of Interest.
\n\nMOES now invites qualified interested persons to submit their expression of interest in Ukrainian and English as provided in the Terms of reference. The deadline for submission of applications is 11:00 am Kyiv time June 2, 2025.
\n\nTERMS OF REFERENCE
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for Consulting Services (Individual Consultant)
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Communication Manager 1
\n\nat the Education Reform Communication Office
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Contract No. LEARN-IC-NUS-1.16
\n\nLifting Education Access and Resilience in Times of Need in Ukraine Program
\n\nURTF Grant No. TF0C5794
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Ukraine and World Bank have signed the agreements for the Program "Lifting Education Access and Resilience in times of Need in Ukraine Program" (hereinafter referred to as the LEARN or Operation).
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The Operation total financing is US$415 million using a combination of the World Bank's financial instruments: Program-for-Results (PforR) complemented by Investment Project Financing (IPF).
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The Program-for-Results (PforR) is implemented through a US$235 million credit provided by Bank resources, supported by credit enhancement from the Advancing Needed Credit Enhancement for Ukraine (ADVANCE Ukraine) Trust Fund, which is backed by the Government of Japan. This is formalized under the Financing Agreement between Ukraine and the International Development Association for the Program (CREDIT NUMBER 7626-UA). An additional US$150 million is provided under the Special Program for Ukraine and Moldova Recovery (SPUR) of the International Development Association (IDA) Crisis Facility, as outlined in the Loan Agreement between Ukraine and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development for the Program (LOAN NUMBER 9721-UA).
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Furthermore, US$30 million in Investment Project Financing (IPF) is secured under the Grant Agreement between Ukraine and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the International Development Association, acting as the administrator of the Ukraine Relief, Recovery, Reconstruction, and Reform Multi-Donor Trust Fund (URTF GRANT NUMBER TF0C5794).
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Hereinafter, the portion of the Operation financed through the PforR will be referred to as the Program, and the portion financed through the IPF will be referred to as the Project.
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LEARN was developed to address critical challenges and provide essential support to the education sector, aligning with the Ministry of Education and Science's (MoES) Strategic Action Plan.
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The Operation will focus on supporting the Strategic Action Plan Priority 2: School education and the New Ukrainian School (NUS). The continuation of the NUS reform is a key priority of the MoES.
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The objectives of the Operation are to (i) improve teaching and learning conditions; and (ii) strengthen management capacity of the education system.
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For this program, "teaching and learning conditions" refer to three critical factors of education service delivery:
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i. safety, including shelters as a pre-condition for schools to open for in-person learning and free and inclusive school bus transportation for students living further distances from schools;
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ii. learning materials, especially updated textbooks and age-appropriate learning materials in line with the NUS model; and
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iii. teachers trained on NUS standards, principles, and the use of the updated learning materials.
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Meanwhile, "management capacity of the education system" refers to institutional capabilities to plan, allocate, and monitor resources based on robust data at the student and school levels.
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The NUS Implementation Office (NIO) will be established by the Ministry as an advisory and consultative body. The NIO's primary purpose is to support and implement the New Ukrainian School (NUS) reform by providing expert guidance, strategic oversight, and coordination of reform initiatives across Ukraine.
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The Communication Manager 1 leads and coordinates communication activities related to the New Ukrainian School (NUS) reform in the area of general secondary education. The role focuses on delivering strategic and creative communication campaigns, engaging stakeholders, building public support, and enhancing visibility and trust in the reform process. This is a leadership role involving cross-functional team coordination and advocacy among target audiences.
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The Consultant shall provide the following services, including but not limited to:
\n\nThe Communication Manager 1 reports directly to the Projects Coordinator. For operational matters, works in coordination with the Head of the World Bank Operations Management unit (project implementing unit).
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The Consultant shall submit monthly reports in hard copy. The reports shall include a description of the Consultant's services during the reporting period and time sheets.
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MoES shall provide the Consultant with the information necessary to carry out his/her assignment in a timely manner. MoES shall provide the Consultant with a workplace, including necessary equipment to carry out his/her functions (e.g. PC, communications and office equipment).
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Minimum requirements (mandatory):
\n\nDesired Skills and Qualifications:
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The Consultant shall provide his/her services until 31.12.2025. The contract may be extended subject to satisfactory performance and mutual agreement between the Consultant and the Ministry of Education and Science (MoES) during the Program financing period.
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The Consultant shall provide his/her services on a full-time basis.
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The incumbent will be based in Kyiv, Ukraine. The Consultant should be required and expected to take business trips to other regions of Ukraine to support implementation of the Program.
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Interested persons should submit their CVs in Ukrainian and English at the following email address: kateryna.kovtun@mon.gov.ua Cc: serhiy.artemenko@uiherp.org & maryna.chubenko.piu@gmail.com indicating the email subject: " LEARN-IC-NUS-1.16: Selection of Communication Manager 1: [NAME]".
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The deadline for submission of the documents is 11:00 am Kyiv time 02.06.2025.
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If the Consultant fails to provide CVs in both languages, the Client reserves the right to reject the Consultant's application.
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\n\n(LEARN-IC-NUS-1.11– PR manager at the Education Reform Communication Office)
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UKRAINE
\n\nLifting Education Access and Resilience in Times of Need in Ukraine Program
\n\nGrant No. TF0C5794
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Assignment Title: PR manager at the Education Reform Communication Office
\n\nReference No. LEARN-IC-NUS-1.11
\n\nThe Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine is implementing projects financed by the World Bank, including: Ukraine Improving Higher Education for Results Project (UIHERP) and Lifting Education Access and Resilience in times of Need in Ukraine Program (LEARN) Program and plans to prepare and implement new operations in cooperation with the World Bank (hereinafter referred to as the Operation(s))
\n\nUIHERP Project Development Objective is to improve efficiency, conditions for quality, and transparency in the higher education system of Ukraine.
\n\nLEARN was developed to address critical challenges and provide essential support to the education sector, aligning with the Ministry of Education and Science’s (MoES) Strategic Action Plan.
\n\nThe PR Manager will be responsible for fostering public trust, increasing awareness of MoES policies and initiatives, and strengthening collaboration with national and international stakeholders.
\n\nThe Consultant will be contracted through competitive selection in line with Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, Feb 2025. The detailed Terms of Reference and submission modalities for the assignment are attached to this Request for Expression of Interest.
\n\nMOES now invites qualified interested persons to submit their expression of interest in Ukrainian and English as provided in the Terms of reference. The deadline for submission of applications is 11:00 am Kyiv time June 2, 2025.
\n\nTERMS OF REFERENCE
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for Consulting Services (Individual Consultant)
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PR manager at the Education Reform Communication Office
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Contract No. LEARN-IC-NUS-1.11
\n\nLifting Education Access and Resilience in Times of Need in Ukraine Program
\n\nURTF Grant No. TF0C5794
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The Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine is implementing projects financed by the World Bank, including: Ukraine Improving Higher Education for Results Project (UIHERP) and Lifting Education Access and Resilience in times of Need in Ukraine Program (LEARN) Program and plans to prepare and implement new operations in cooperation with the World Bank (hereinafter referred to as the Operation(s)).
\n\nUIHERP
\n\nUkraine and the IBRD have signed Loan Agreement No. 9238-UA of US$200 million for the Project "Ukraine: Improving Higher Education for Results" (hereinafter referred to as UIHERP). UIHERP is implemented in Ukraine by the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine (MoES) with the support of the World Bank Group. UIHERP implementation period is 2021-2026.
\n\nUIHERP Project Development Objective (PDO) is to improve efficiency, conditions for quality, and transparency in the higher education system of Ukraine.
\n\nUIHERP includes six parts:
\n\nPart 1: Sector-Wide Improvements to Governance, Financing, Quality, and Transparency.
\n\nPart 2: Alliances/Partnerships for Improved Efficiency and Quality.
\n\nPart 3: Capacity Building and Education Environment Enhancement.
\n\nPart 4: Project Management, Monitoring & Evaluation
\n\nPart 5: Component 5: Support to Academic Scholarships under MoES and Social Scholarships under MOSP for Higher Education Students
\n\nPart 6: Contingent Emergency Response (CERC)
\n\nUIHERP supports two categories of expenditures: (i) traditional investments in goods, works, and services, for which disbursements are made against eligible expenditures, and (ii) defined performance-based conditions (PBCs), for which disbursements are also made against eligible expenditures conditional on the achievement of the PBCs as defined in the Loan Agreement and UIHERP Operational Manual.
\n\nMore detailed information is given at the link https://projects.worldbank.org/en/projects-operations/project-detail/P171050
\n\nLEARN
\n\nUkraine and World bank have signed the agreements for the Program “Lifting Education Access and Resilience in times of Need in Ukraine Program” (hereinafter referred to as the LEARN or Program).
\n\nLEARN total financing is US$415 million using a combination of the World Bank’s financial instruments: Program-for-Results (PforR) complementing by Investment Project Financing (IPF).
\n\nThe Program-for-Results (PforR) is implemented through a US$235 million credit provided by Bank resources, supported by credit enhancement from the Advancing Needed Credit Enhancement for Ukraine (ADVANCE Ukraine) Trust Fund, which is backed by the Government of Japan. This is formalized under the Financing Agreement between Ukraine and the International Development Association for the Program (CREDIT NUMBER 7626-UA). An additional US$150 million is provided under the Special Program for Ukraine and Moldova Recovery (SPUR) of the International Development Association (IDA) Crisis Facility, as outlined in the Loan Agreement between Ukraine and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development for the Program (LOAN NUMBER 9721-UA).
\n\nFurthermore, US$30 million in Investment Project Financing (IPF) is secured under the Grant Agreement between Ukraine and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the International Development Association, acting as the administrator of the Ukraine Relief, Recovery, Reconstruction, and Reform Multi-Donor Trust Fund (URTF GRANT NUMBER TF0C5794).
\n\nLEARN was developed to address critical challenges and provide essential support to the education sector, aligning with the Ministry of Education and Science’s (MoES) Strategic Action Plan.
\n\nLEARN will focus on supporting the Strategic Action Plan Priority 2: School education and the New Ukrainian School (NUS). The continuation of the NUS reform is a key priority of the MoES.
\n\nThe objectives of the Program are to (i) improve teaching and learning conditions; and (ii) strengthen management capacity of the education system.
\n\nThe Program is implemented in Ukraine by the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine (MoES) with the support of the World Bank Group. The implementation period is 2024-2027.
\n\nMore detailed information is given at the link https://projects.worldbank.org/en/projects-operations/project-detail/P504171
\n\nManagement of the above Operations is implemented by World Bank Operation Management Unit also referred as Project Implementation Unit (WBOMU/PIU) established to support MoES with day-to-day the operation management and coordination in administration, disbursement, procurement, financial management, monitoring and expert support compliance with environmental and social standards, reporting and other activities, including preparation and expansion of existing operations.
\n\nEffective communication and PR is a key instrument for building trust in education reforms, shaping public perception, and ensuring stakeholder engagement. The Operation of the World Bank is inlined with the Strategic Action Plan and Communications vision of the Ministry.
\n\nThe Consultant will be contracted through competitive selection in line with the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, Sep 2023. This Terms of References defines the purpose, Scope and duration of consulting services and qualification requirements for the Consultant.
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The objective of this assignment is to enhance the public perception and visibility of the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine (MoES) by developing and executing a comprehensive public relations strategy, aligned with the MoES Strategic Action Plan and the Operation of the World Bank, ensuring transparent communication, proactive media engagement and effective reputation management. The PR Manager will be responsible for fostering public trust, increasing awareness of MoES policies and initiatives, and strengthening collaboration with national and international stakeholders.
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The Consultant shall provide the following services, including but not limited to:
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PR manager at Education Reform Communication Office reports directly to the Projects Coordinator. For operational matters, works in coordination with the Head of the World Bank Operations Management unit (project implementing unit).
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The Consultant shall submit monthly reports in hard copy. The reports shall include a description of the Consultant's services during the reporting period and time sheets.
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MoES shall provide the Consultant with the information necessary to carry out his/her assignment in a timely manner. MoES shall provide the Consultant with a workplace, including necessary equipment to carry out his/her functions (e.g. PC, communications and office equipment).
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Minimum requirements (mandatory):
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Desired skills and qualifications:
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The consultant shall provide his services until 31.12.2025 with potential prolongation till the end of the Operation(s).
\n\nThe Consultant shall provide services on a full-time basis.
\n\nThe services are planned to be rendered in Kyiv, Ukraine. It is expected that the Consultant may provide the Services remotely with mandatory presence upon request to be in the premises of MoES. The Consultant should be required and expected to take business trips to other regions of Ukraine to support the implementation of the Operations.
\n\nThe terms of the contract and the work schedule are subject to negotiation.
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Interested persons should submit their CVs in Ukrainian and English at the following email address: kateryna.kovtun@mon.gov.ua, Cc: serhiy.artemenko@uiherp.org and maryna.chubenko.piu@gmail.com indicating the email subject: " LEARN-IC-NUS-1.11: PR manager: [NAME]".
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The deadline for submission of the documents is 11:00 am Kyiv time 02.06.2025.
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If the Consultant fails to provide CVs in both languages, the Client reserves the right to reject the Consultant's application.
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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
\n\n(CONSULTING SERVICES – FIRMS SELECTION)
\n\nCountry: Independent State of Papua New Guinea
\n\nName of Project: Child Nutrition and Social Protection Project (CNSP)
\n\nLoan No./Credit No: 7072
\n\nImplementing Agency: Department for Community Development and Religion (DfCDR)
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Assignment Title: Consultancy Services for Enhancement of the Nextgen Beneficiary Management Systems for Program Scale Up and Integration of Additional Functions
\n\nReference No. (as per Procurement Plan): PG-DFCDR-489507-CS-CQS
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Note:
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Department for Community Development and Religion
\n\nAttn: Project Manager
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\n\nE-mail: josephklapat@gmail.com with a copy to: procurement.cnsp@gmail.com
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\n\nTerms of Reference (TOR)
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TITLE: ENHANCEMENT OF THE NEXTGEN BENEFICIARY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS FOR PROGRAM SCALE UP AND INTEGRATION OF ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
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PROJECT: CHILD NUTRITION SOCIAL PROTECTION PROJECT (CNSP) PROJECT
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CLIENT: DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND RELIGION
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PORT MORESBY
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DURATION: July 2025 – June 2026
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The Department of Community Development and Religion (DfCDR) – with support from the World Bank
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The Child Nutrition and Social Protection (CNSP) Project – branded as NextGen – is a Government of Papua New Guinea (GoPNG) initiative, which aims to improve utilization of priority nutrition interventions and purchasing power of first thousand-day households in selected districts. It has three components.
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(DfCDR)
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The target beneficiaries and recipients of the child grant are pregnant women or caretakers of young children under the age of 2. In terms of geographic coverage, the project will focus on a subset of provinces and districts that have strong commitment and reasonable local capacity for implementation. A phased approach of the program will follow to gradually expand the operation in 19 districts. For the pilot implementation period in 2024, four (4) districts were selected by GoPNG – North Fly District of Western Province (Southern Region), Kundiawa-Gembogl District of Chimbu Province (Highlands Region), Madang District of Madang Province (Momase Region), and Gazelle District of East New Britain Province (Islands Region). Payment service providers (PSPs) play an important role in opening new accounts and distributing the grant to beneficiaries. Benefits are paid through digital payment channels facilitated by the PSPs. To promote optimal use of the cash transfer, recipients are informed of the purpose of the benefit, how much, when, and for how long they can expect to receive the transfers to help them make informed choices on how to wisely spend the government assistance.
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The effective and efficient delivery of the child nutrition grant is underpinned by the Beneficiary Management System that enables the provision of social protection services reliably, regularly, accessibly and securely by the DfCDR. The department is now seeking a technology company and partner to support the development, implementation and rollout of additional functions, modules and services for the CNSP MIS as a foundational step towards integrated information management for social protection delivery.
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The primary objective of this assignment is to support the implementation and scale up of the CNSP program through the strengthening of the MIS. The CNSP MIS is designed to support the Program Operations Manual by facilitating the following aspects of the social protection delivery chain:
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The selected firm will be responsible for the following tasks:
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integration solutions, including the production of detailed design documentation with sample files and messages, location and access for log files, exceptions handling and common errors encountered.
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accessed by CDWs and VHAs:
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relevant indicators
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future trainers
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setup for community level operations.
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The firm is expected to deliver the following:
\n\nThe following key deliverables will be delivered by the firm:
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| \n\t\t\t Key deliverable 1: Submission of a project workplan \n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t One week from commencement of assignment \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Key Deliverable 2: \n\n\t\t\tDesign documentation for the upgraded mobile and web components and modules of the MIS, including functional and non-functional design requirements, process flows, and mock-ups where relevant. \n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Four weeks (or Month 1) after submission and acceptance of key deliverable 1 \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Key Deliverable 3: System Integration Test Plan and Test Results Report, including defect logs, resolution actions, and sign-off from DfCDR. \n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Seven weeks (or Month 3) after submission and acceptance of key deliverable 2 \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Key Deliverable 4: Training Materials and Train of Trainers (ToT) Package, including role-specific user guides, presentation slide decks, video tutorials (where necessary) and a ToT facilitator manual. \n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Eight weeks (or Month 5) after submission of key deliverable 3 \n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Key Deliverable 5: System Documentation, including both technical (e.g., system architecture, APIs) and functional (e.g., workflows, permissions) aspects. \n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Within twenty weeks (or Month 11) after submission and acceptance of key deliverable 3. \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Key Deliverable 6: Post-Deployment Review and Recommendations Report, capturing lessons learned, improvement areas, and a roadmap for future enhancements. \n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Before the expiry date of the assignment or on Month 12. \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
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The following criteria will be used to shortlist a firm:
\n\n5.1 Qualifications and Experience of the firm
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| \n\t\t\t No. \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Resource \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Skillsets \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Required Experience \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t 1 \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Lead Software Developer \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
practice on development processes, including appropriate commenting on code, continuous testing, code \n\n\t\t\treviews, etc. \n\n\t\t\t
contact for development approach and plans \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
experience, proficient in: \n\n\t\t\t
(RESTful) and code repository management (GitHub/BitBucket). \n\n\t\t\t
MIS within the cloud or dedicated hosting \n\n\t\t\tenvironments. \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
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| \n\t\t\t 2 \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Mobile Application Developer \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
development, cross-platform \n\n\t\t\tframeworks (e.g., Flutter, React Native), UI/UX design \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
development, with a portfolio of similar projects \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t 3 \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Additional Senior / Junior Full Stack Developers \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
management \n\n\t\t\t
interoperability \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
in systems integration, JavaScript, PHP, etc. \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t 4 \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Business Analyst / Quality Assurance Specialist \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
documentation, including process diagrams, database and integration design definition, etc. \n\n\t\t\t
testing documentation, including test plans, test coverage and test cases \n\n\t\t\t
managing automated and manual \n\n\t\t\ttesting, user acceptance testing (UAT), and mobile application testing \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
supporting and testing complex systems and mobile \n\n\t\t\tapplications \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t 5 \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Technical Writer \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
experience in creating user guides, technical manuals, and knowledge \n\n\t\t\ttransfer documentation \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
or technical writing role, particularly for IT systems \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
\n\n(CONSULTING SERVICES - FIRMS SELECTION)
\n\nIMPLEMENTING AGENCY: COMMON MARKET FOR EASTERN AND SOUTHERN AFRICA ( COMESA)
\n\nNAME OF PROGRAM: ACCELERATING SUSTAINABLE AND CLEAN ENERGY ACCESS TRANSFORMATION (ASCENT) PROGRAM
\n\nPROJECT ID : P180547
\n\nASSIGNMENT TITLE: ENGAGEMENT OF PROJECT PREPARATION FACILITY FUND (PPF) MANAGER
\n\nREFERENCE NO. ZM-COMESA -474527-CS-CDS
\n\nThe Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) received a grant from the World Bank towards the implementation of the Accelerating Sustainable and Clean Energy Access Transformation (ASCENT) program and intends to apply part of the proceeds towards consultancy services.
\n\nThe consulting services (“the Services”) include engagement of a Project Preparation Facility Fund (PPF) Manager who will manage application-based allocation of grants and specialized consulting services to Distributed Renewable Energy (DRE) and clean cooking projects from the private and public sectors, as well as corresponding administrative tasks (contracting, monitoring, reporting, etc.). The PPF manager will also have an important role in the detailed design of the PPF, in the adapting of the design throughout the project to meet the needs of the DRE market and establishing partnerships with key industry stakeholders.
\n\n2.0 SERVICES AND IMPLEMENTATION ARRANGEMENTS OF THE PPF
\n\nThe PPF will provide support to the DRE and clean cooking sectors including women-owned and youth owned investable businesses through five mechanisms listed below. These PPF mechanisms are expected to play a critical role in
\n\n(i) accelerating access to finance and reducing the time it takes for companies to reach financial close, (ii) equipping companies with tools and intelligence to expand into new areas/markets, (iii) enhancing companies’ business performance, and (iv) developing a pipeline of investable businesses with solid returns/ impact.
\n\nThe expected start date of the agreement is September 2025 for a period of 24 months ensuring full consistency with the Terms of Reference (TORs)
\n\nThe detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for this assignment are attached to this Request for Expressions of Interest (REOI).
\n\n3.0 SHORTLISTING CRITERIA
\n\nThe Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa now invites eligible consulting firms (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The shortlisting criteria is as follows;
\n\nThe attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” Fifth Edition of September 2023.
\n\nConsultants 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 the case of a joint venture, all the partners in the joint venture shall be jointly and severally liable for the entire contract, if selected.
\n\nA Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Quality Cost Based selection (QCBS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations Fifth Edition of September 2023.
\n\nFurther information can be obtained at the address below during office hours from 09:00 to 16:00 hours Monday to Thursday, on Fridays from 0900 to 12:30 hours Zambian time except for weekends and Public Holidays. Address: Head of Procurement, COMESA Secretariat, Ben Bella Road, Lusaka, Zambia. Email address: Tenders@comesa.int copy procurement@comesa.int
\n\n4.0 SUBMISSION
\n\nExpressions of interest must be submitted written to the following email address;
\n\nTenders@comesa.int copy to procurement@comesa.int
\n\nASSIGNMENT TITLE: ENGAGEMENT OF PROJECT PREPARATION FACILITY FUND (PPF) MANAGER. REFERENCE NO. ZM-COMESA -474527-CS-CDS
\n\nATT: Mr. Silver Mwesigwa
\n\nHead of Procurement
\n\nCOMESA Secretariat
\n\nBen Bella Road
\n\nP.O Box 30051
\n\nLUSAKA 10101
\n\nZambia
\n\nTelephone: +260 211 2297226/29; Web: http://www.comesa.int Facsimile: +260 211 227318;
\n\nCLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION
\n\nThe Closing date for receipt of Expression of Interest is 9th May 2025 at 10:00 hours Zambian time
\n\nNB: Physical submission of EOIs shall not be accepted.
\n\nTERMS OF REFERENCE FOR
\n\nCONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF THE PROJECT PREPARATION FACILITY MANAGER (PPF )
\n\n1.0 BACKGROUND
\n\nThe Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) was established in 1994 as “as an organization of free independent sovereign states that have agreed to cooperate in developing their natural and human resources for the good of all their people.” COMESA sums up its current strategy as “economic prosperity through regional integration.” Recognizing the critical importance of sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy for competitiveness and greater economic integration of countries in the Eastern and Southern Africa region, COMESA has been increasing its involvement in the energy sector. Through its energy program, whose main thrust is to promote regional cooperation in energy development, trade, and capacity building, COMESA supports its member countries in (i) harmonization of energy policy and regulatory frameworks, (ii) regionwide energy planning, and (iii) facilitation of trade in energy services through regional energy trade and development of a wider distributed renewable energy (DRE) market.
\n\nThe Accelerating Sustainable and Clean Energy Access Transformation (ASCENT) Program, funded by the World Bank, is an ambitious leap toward universal energy access and the clean energy transition in the Eastern and Southern Africa region. ASCENT presents a programmatic framework for the World Bank to support acceleration of access to electricity in the region, which utilizes the Multiphase Programmatic Approach (MPA) with a proposed IDA financing envelope of US$5 billion. The first wave of the MPA phases includes the ASCENT COMESA Regional Acceleration Platform, P180547), with a financing allocation of $50 million and a 6-year implementation period from 2025 to 2030.
\n\nThe Regional Energy Access Acceleration Platform will support all countries participating in the ASCENT MPA. Managed by the COMESA Secretariat, the Platform will contribute to implementation and monitoring of the overall ASCENT program. The envisaged components under the Platform are described in Figure 1.
\n\nFigure 1: Overview of the Regional Energy Access Acceleration Platform under the ASCENT MPA
\n\nThe Project Preparation Facility (PPF), with an initial financing allocation of $25 million, will support governments and the private sector in developing bankable, investment-ready projects through a demand-driven approach. The activities envisaged under the PPF are as follows:
\n\nThe COMESA Secretariat is looking for the services of an experienced consulting firm to manage the implementation of the PPF. These Terms of Reference describe the objectives, scope of work, implementation arrangements, and required qualifications of this assignment.
\n\nObjectives
\n\nThe COMESA Secretariat seeks to contract a firm or consortium (the “PPF manager”) to manage the operations of the Project Preparation Facility, which consist in the application-based allocation of grants and specialized consulting services to DRE and clean cooking projects from the private and public sectors, as well as corresponding administrative tasks (contracting, monitoring, reporting, etc). The PPF manager will also have an important role in the detailed design of the PPF, in the adapting of the design throughout the project to meet the needs of the DRE market, and establishing partnerships with key industry stakeholders. The operation of the PPF facility will take into account the gender and social inclusion aspects.
\n\nServices and implementation arrangements of the PPF
\n\nThe PPF will provide support to the DRE and clean cooking sectors including women-owned and youth owned investable businesses through five mechanisms listed below. These PPF mechanisms are expected to play a critical role in (i) accelerating access to finance and reducing the time it takes for companies to reach financial close, (ii) equipping companies with tools and intelligence to expand into new areas/markets, (iii) enhancing companies’ business performance, and (iv) developing a pipeline of investable businesses with solid returns/ impact.
\n\nPublicly available resources: e.g. geospatial mapping and planning platforms, country briefs containing useful information for DRE and clean cooking companies considering expansion to new markets, in-depth market assessments for specific technologies in unserved and underserved markets, supporting matchmaking between potential suppliers and distributors (particularly for nascent markets and nascent product categories, such as productive-use equipment). The production of these resources will be driven by unmet market needs. As part of this mechanism, the PPF will also provide “pre-application support”, to companies intending on presenting applications to the PPF. This support may include tailored guidance, capacity-building, and awareness training during the facility launch activities in the form of webinars, workshops or other suitable formats.
\n\nRoster of experts (consultants) providing on-demand specialized project preparation and business development services: the facility will have a roster of consultants to deliver specialized services[1] deemed critical to unlocking finance for companies (especially equity and debt). Such services may include feasibility studies or other investment-grade studies, support to digitize companies’ operations, support to improve companies’ credit risk management, legal services to support transactions, producing financial reporting and ESG requirements of potential investors, or preparing carbon finance projects. The roster of experts will include consultants that understand the challenges facing and the ability to work with women-owned and youth-owned businesses. Companies benefiting from the roster of experts will be responsible for the final outputs in each case, with the consultants supporting them through the process. The roster of experts and list of services will be updated periodically based on feedback from the sector , which the PPF manager will be responsible to collect and process.
\n\nGrants for project preparation and business development: for specific activities not covered by the roster of consultants, grants will be made available for companies to use for eligible activities that are critical for them to be able to raise equity and debt. Such activities may include conducting feasibility studies ,the integration of software, testing a new product or technology, or hiring a staff member that is critical to unlocking investment. Requests for grants that are supported by investors or financial advisors to companies (ie grants for purposes which will help mobilize or advance investment) will be prioritized. The disbursement of the grants will be milestone-based.
\n\nGrants to industry associations and investors providing project preparation and business development services: In addition to companies, other stakeholders (such as industry associations and financiers) can apply for grants to deliver project preparation and business development services to companies, provided these are complementary to the PPF facility and targeted to ASCENT eligible companies in eligible countries. Grants to investors and lenders may also be used to cover their own core transaction and due diligence related costs, provided this facilitates investment in ASCENT eligible companies in eligible countries. The disbursement of the grants will be milestone-based.
\n\nSupport to national agencies and cross-border solutions: the same consulting services from the roster of experts and grant mechanisms established to support the private sector will also be put to the service of the other two components of the PPF (ie, support to national agencies and to cross-border solutions). This mechanism will also be application based. It will be further developed in close coordination with the “Advisory support to governments” window under the COMESA Regional Energy Access Acceleration Platform.
\n\nThe COMESA Secretariat will be responsible for overall coordination of the PPF through the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) of the Regional Energy Access Acceleration Platform. The PPF manager will be responsible for the management of all processes and will report to COMESA. These processes include detailed design of the PPF, producing documentation, engaging the roster of experts, managing company and government agency applications and recommending selection to COMESA, providing COMESA with instructions for grant disbursements, reporting, etc.
\n\nPPF Manager shall ensure that due diligence is exercised during project preparation such that measures are undertaken to identify, assess and manage the environmental and social risks and impacts of all proposed projects. The exercise of environmental and social due diligence shall follow WB’s ESF, good international industry practices (GIIP) and the established relevant guidance.
\n\nThe figure and table below provide an illustrative institutional arrangement for the management of the PPF.
\n\nFigure 2: Illustrative institutional arrangement
\n\nTable 1: Role of parties under proposed institutional arrangement
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| \n\t\t\t COMESA PIU \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
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| \n\t\t\t PPF manager \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
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| \n\t\t\t Selection committee \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
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| \n\t\t\t TA recipients \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
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| \n\t\t\t World Bank \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
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It is expected that the PPF results in at least 30 companies reaching financial close, another [200] companies supported in their journey to becoming investable / bankable, impactful resources available for the development of the DRE market, and government-agency and cross-border transactions supported.
\n\nScope of work of the PPF manager
\n\nThe PPF manager will be responsible for the successful operationalization, launch, and administration of the PPF.
\n\nTask 1 – Operationalization
\n\nThe operationalization of the fund includes all tasks necessary for the successful launch of the PPF. This includes:
\n\nTask 2 – Launch of the PPF
\n\nBased on processes developed in the Operations Manual, the PPF manager will prepare materials for launch of the facility. To this end, the PPF manager will perform the following activities:
\n\nThese activities are expected to be repeated as needed while the PPF solicits proposals.
\n\nTask 3 – Administration of services and grants of the PPF
\n\nThe PPF manager will perform day-to-day management of the different services of the PPF, including:
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The PPF manager contract will be awarded to a single firm or group of firms. Groups of firms can either bid as:
\n\nThe PPF manager will be selected and contracted by the COMESA PIU. The PIU will make disbursements to the successful applicants directly from its account upon the final recommendation by PPF manager and the Selection Committee.
\n\nPPF manager qualifications and selection criteria
\n\nThe selected PPF manager will have a demonstrated track record of managing and structuring similar facilities in similar markets. Bidders should clearly demonstrate the following qualifications:
\n\nCompensation will be on both a fixed-fee and variable basis. Part of the fee (10-20%) will be linked to Key Performance Indicators (e.g. number of companies reaching financial close). The fee and fee structure will be proposed by the PPF manager in the financial proposal, and finalized during contracting with PIU. Payments will be made on a quarterly basis pending submission of quarterly reports and approval by the COMESA PIU. The amount of each quarterly payment will be specified during contracting based on estimated PPF manager’s level of effort during that period and the timing linked to the adopted KPIs. Disbursement triggers will be finalized during contracting.
\n\nComposition of the consultant’s team
\n\nThe Consultant will be a firm or consortium of firms with a demonstrated track record of managing similar TA services and grants in similar markets. The firm should have successfully delivered at least two similar assignments within the last 10 years. Similarity being: size, complexity, technology, operational context and economic and social settings of the client country or region.
\n\nThe PPF manager will provide an experienced team including a team leader, a project manager, finance expert, technical experts, environmental and social expert ,analyst, legal ,carbon finance and other ad-hoc personnel as needed (accounting, gender and E&S, etc).
\n\nQualifications and requirements of the Key Experts:
\n\nTeam Leader
\n\nProject Manager
\n\nFinance Expert
\n\nEnvironmental and social Expert
\n\nClean Cooking Expert
\n\nThe expert should be able to demonstrate in-depth technical and scientific knowledge in one or more of the following areas:
\n\nLegal Expert
\n\nGender Expert
\n\nThe expert should have relevant academic qualifications with a minimum of a master’s degree.
\n\nCarbon Market Expert
\n\nRelevant academic qualifications at master’s degree level (minimum)
\n\nThe PIU will review and approve the Operations Manual, any changes to operating procedures, as well as quarterly reports. The PPF manager will initially be contracted for a 24 month period, which may be extended upon satisfactory performance of the firm or terminated due to unsatisfactory performance.
\n\nThe PPF manager will have the following contractual deliverables:
\n\nThe PPF will provide services to companies engaged in eligible DRE and clean cooking activities[2] to provide direct energy access to households, public institutions and businesses in eligible countries[3]. The PPF will support companies of different sizes and stages of growth, but through different approaches. Small and early-stage companies that are not in a position to raise financing in the short term will be supported indirectly, through publicly available resources and investment-readiness training provided by partners. The services from the roster of consultants and grants are reserved for companies that need these to unlock finance in the short term (eg, to close concrete deals).
\n\nPublicly available resources
\n\nOn-demand services from roster of consultants
\n\nGrants to companies for project preparation and business development
\n\nMaximum allocation of PPF funding per company: companies will be eligible to apply for both services from the roster of experts and grants, provided the total allocation to the same company does not exceed [$200,000].
\n\nGrants to TA providers and investors for project preparation and business development
\n\nTable 4: Specific areas for specialized support (roster of experts) – initial non exhaustive list
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| \n\t\t\t Support to investment transactions \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Transaction advisory and legal support services. Contract negotiations, term sheets, contractual agreements, etc. \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Legal services. Legal advisory services to unlock investment. \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t|
| \n\t\t\t Feasibility studies or other investment-grade studies needed to unlock investment \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t|
| \n\t\t\t Producing financial reporting requirements of potential investors \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t|
| \n\t\t\t Producing ESG documentation and procedures requested by potential investors \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t|
| \n\t\t\t Business development and project preparation support \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t General business development support. Strategy, financial management, operational management, credit risk management, human capital, managing agents and retailers, KPI and business metrics, communications and visibility, digitalization and data management, etc. \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t General project preparation support. (Pre-)feasibility studies, project development, other studies (such as E&S assessment), procurement / contracting \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t|
| \n\t\t\t Expanding operations into new markets (countries/products). Market intelligence, establishing distributor partnerships, support to help distributors/off-takers enter the PURE market \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t|
| \n\t\t\t Investment strategy and structuring \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Capital structures, financial sustainability, investment roadmap, etc. \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Finance access support \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Identify appropriate financing options, aligning project documentation with financier requirements, financial modelling, introduction to financiers, etc. \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Post-investment support \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Crisis and financial distress management, funding disbursement support, debt restructuring and mergers and acquisitions \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Improving operations \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Digitizing DRE operations. Supporting PAYGo companies adopt CRM platforms; supporting mini-grid developers leverage geospatial and other data for site selection, energy demand assessments and (pre)feasibility studies facilitated. \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Working capital management (inventory, payment to suppliers, cash management,) supply chain efficiency management \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t|
| \n\t\t\t Improve credit risk management of PAYG companies (leveraging data, systems and tools, management of sales agents, monitoring, etc) \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t|
| \n\t\t\t Benchmarking and reporting. Support companies adopt industry KPIs (eg PAYGo Perform Monitor), report, benchmark and track their performance. \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t|
| \n\t\t\t Human capital development \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Embedding interim staff (eg interim CFO) \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Operational training: identifying, training, retaining staff. Promoting female entrepreneurs/ gender-balanced workforce. \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t|
| \n\t\t\t Monetizing impact \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Preparing carbon finance or D-REC projects \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t Support subsidy applications \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t|
| \n\t\t\t \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
| \n\t\t\t \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t Highlighted areas considered a priority given they are recognized gap in the sector, based on stakeholder interviews \n\t\t\t | \n\t\t
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