FEDERAL GOVERNMENT OF SOMALIA

Ministry of Finance

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI)

Country:         Federal Government of Somalia (FGS)

Name of the Project:   Somalia Capacity Advancement, Livelihood and Entrepreneurship, through Digital Uplift   Project (SCALED-UP),

Assignment Title: Inventory and Logistics Officer

Project ID:     P168115

Individual/Firm:        Individual Selection

Deadline for submission of EOI:     July 2 ,2025 at 4:00pm

Ref No.           SO-MOF-496475-CS-INDV

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 Inventory and Logistics Officer for the National Identification and Registration Authority. (Individual Consultant)

2.        Responsibilities: The Inventory and Logistics Officer will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of inventory control, warehousing, asset management, and logistics coordination to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of supplies and services. The role is critical in supporting NIRA’s operations through effective resource tracking, compliance, and logistical planning. All other specific tasks detailed in the Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be found at the following website link:  Terms of Reference (TOR) Inventory and Logistics Officer 

3.       Skills and qualifications

 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:

•             Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Procurement & Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

•             Minimum of Five (5) years of professional experience in logistics, inventory, procurement and supply chain Management, preferably within governmental or international development sectors.

•             Proficiency in using inventory and asset management software (e.g., Excel, ERP systems).

•             Strong knowledge of logistics best practices and donor compliance requirements.

•             Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.

•             Fluency in both English and Somali (written and verbal).

•             Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and, Excel, Project Management Tools, other relevant software applications. Presentations, and other documents as required by the management of NIRA.

1.       Duration: The proposed duration for the assignment is Six Months (6) calendar months from starts date.

2.       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).

3.      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 in September 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.    

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

5.      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.

6.        Deadline for submission: Expressions of interest should be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by e-mail) by July 2, 2025, at 4:00pm(Somalia Local time)

Attention; Project Coordinator

SCALED-UP Project

Ministry of Finance

Federal Government of Somalia

Shangani District, Mogadishu, Somalia

Email Address:  [email protected]

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