Full Stack Developers for National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) (Individual Consultant)

1.  Background: The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) is a Government Agency in Somalia, first established in 2020, with the aim of creating and maintaining the national identification system. NIRA is, inter alia, responsible for registering citizens and residents and for providing them with secure and verifiable credentials, including a unique identification number and a national identity card. It also serves as a trusted provider of identity verification and authentication services, promoting the use of the foundational identification system. With the establishment of NIRA Somalia, the government is committed to providing a reliable and efficient identification system that will enable individuals to access services and participate in the development of the country.

The Federal Government of Somalia is implementing the World Bank-financed Somalia Capacity Advancement, Livelihood and Entrepreneurship, through Digital Uplift Project (SCALED-UP) and intends to use part of the proceeds to hire a Full Stack Developers (Individual Consultant) for the National Identification and Registration Authority.

2 Responsibilities: The Consultant will Design, develop, and maintain software systems that support NIRA's institutional development; Provide guidance on the development and implementation of NIRA’s software development strategy to improve its operation and services; Prepare technical inputs to relevant procurement documents; Contribute to the development of NIRA’s annual work plan and budget and ensure that they align with the software development strategy; Conduct research and analysis on emerging issues related to software development and identity management, including technology trends and data protection; Provide training and capacity building to NIRA staff on best practices and standards related to software development, identity management, and data protection; Prepare reports, presentations, and other documents as required by the management of NIRA. All other specific tasks detailed in The Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment that can be found at the following website:

https://mof.gov.so/publications/terms-reference-full-stack-developer-nira

3.  Duration: The proposed duration for the assignment is Twelve Months (12) calendar months from starts date.

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

● A master’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

●  At least 7 years of relevant experience in software development, including experience in software development, preferably in the public sector or international development organizations.

●  Experience working with government agencies, civil society organizations, and development partners.

●  Strong expertise in Java, Python, Php, JavaScript, C# and SpringBoot

-Strong expertise in Mobile Application development using native languages and Flutter

•          Experience with PostgreSQL database, MySQL and data storage technologies

•         Deep expertise in key architectural patterns and practices like microservices, event-driven architecture, clean code, TDD, etc.

•         Experience with PostgreSQL database, MySQL and data storage technologies

•         Experience with DevOps tools such as Git/GitHub, Actions, Jenkins, Docker, and Kubernetes

•         Experience working with both RESTful APIs and GraphQL

•         Experience in Project Mnagement

•         Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills

•         Fluency in English and Somali is required.

5.  The Ministry of Ministry of Finance now invites eligible consulting (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services and furnish the Curriculum Vitae (CV).

6.  Attention of interested Consultants is drawn to section III, para 3.14,3.16 & 3.17 of the World

Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers: Procurement in Investment Projects Financing Goods, Works, Non -Consulting and Consulting Services dated September 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.

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

7.  Interested Consultant may obtain further information (in person or by e-mail) at the address below during office hours from 8.00 a.m.– 4.00 p.m. Saturday to Thursday except on public holidays.

8.  Deadline for submission: Expressions of interest should be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by e-mail) by 25th December 2023 4:00PM. local Time.

Attention

Project Coordinator, SCALED-UP Project,

Ministry of Finance, Federal Government of Somalia, Shangani District, Mogadishu, Somalia

Email Address: [email protected]

Cc: [email protected].