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 Project Liaison Officer – FP (Individual Consultant) for the National Identification and Registration Authority.

2.  Responsibilities: The Consultant will Coordinate and facilitate project-related activities, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among NIRA, SCALED-UP PIU, WB, and other stakeholders;

Coordinate and undertake regular consultations with NIRA’s management to assess project implementation; Regularly monitor project activities, milestones, project status reports, and deliverables to ensure adherence to project plans and objectives; Proactively identify project risks and issues and work collaboratively with stakeholders to develop mitigation strategies and drive their implementation. 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/project-liaison-officer-nira      

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

2.  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 a relevant field, such as project management, business administration,

International Relations, or a related discipline. Master's degree is preferred.

•       Minimum of 6 years of experience in government, project management, or related fields, preferably with experience in the implementation of ID programs or programs of similar complexity and scale.

•       Past working experience with World Bank-financed projects is an added advantage.

•       Strong analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into concise and informative reports.

•       Strong familiarity with monitoring and evaluation methodologies, tools, and techniques.

•       Knowledge of project management principles and best practices.              

•       Strong leadership and coordination skills, with the ability to effectively manage a team and engage with diverse stakeholders.

•       Readiness to work in multi-cultural environment and respond work to tight deadlines on a continual basis

•       Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, analytical, problem-solving, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with FMS leaders and other stakeholders.

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

•       Fluency in English and Somali languages (both written and spoken).

•       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.

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 16th March 2024 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]