REOI for Cyber Security Expert for Central Bank of Somalia

Country:         Federal Government of Somalia (FGS)

Name of the Project: Somalia Productive, Resilient, and Inclusive Growth (SPRING)

Assignment Title: Cyber Security Expert for Central Bank of Somalia

Project ID:     P501662

Individual/Firm:   Individual Selection

Deadline for submission of EOI: April 26 ,2026 at 4:00pm

Ref No.   SO-MOF-537479-CS-INDV

1. Background: In May 2025, the Federal Republic of Somalia, through its Ministry of Finance (MoF) launched the Somalia Productive, Resilient, and Inclusive Growth (SPRING) project. The project development objective is to promote private sector-led growth and job creation by improving the business-enabling environment, strengthening the financial system, and enhancing access to finance.

The SPRING project is organized around four components (three mutually reinforcing and one supporting): (i) Component 1: Improving the enabling environment for the private sector; (ii) Component 2: Deepening financial sector reforms and strengthening institutional capacity; (iii) Component 3: Enhancing access to finance and resilience for MSMEs; and (iv) Component 4: Project Management. A wide range of activities will be implemented as part of this project to reach its development objective, such as improvements to regulatory/institutional frameworks, the rollout of the digital ID system, financial sector reforms, the creation of a risk-sharing mechanism, and the provision of business development services for micro, small and medium enterprises in select economic sectors, among others.

The MoF received US$105 million from the World Bank, including US$10 million from the Somalia Multi-Partner Fund to implement the SPRING project. As part of this initiative, under Component 2, the MoF intends to apply part of the proceeds from the World Bank to finance the position of Cyber Security Expert for the Central Bank. The Cyber Security Expert supports the Central Bank of Somalia (CBS) in strengthening institutional capacity under the Somalia Productive, Resilient, and Inclusive Growth (SPRING) Project. The Consultant ensures that CBS’s cybersecurity practices reflect internationally recognized standards and integrate advanced methodologies—including modern analytics, cloud security considerations, and emerging security technologies—necessary to safeguard national financial infrastructure

2. Responsibilities: The Cyber Security Expert provides strategic advisory support to strengthen cybersecurity governance, risk management, and institutional resilience. The role focuses on reviewing and improving policies, systems, and architecture in line with international standards, assessing and mitigating cyber risks, and ensuring effective security controls across operations and key projects. It includes supporting secure digital transformation initiatives, enhancing incident response and monitoring capabilities, and advising on emerging threats and technologies. The expert also builds internal capacity through training and guidance, while offering continuous insights to senior management to improve the organization’s overall cybersecurity posture.

All other specific tasks detailed in the Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be found at the following website link:  https://centralbank.gov.so/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Cyber-Security-Expert_ToR.pdf

3.Skills and qualifications

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

·         Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, IT, or related field

·         MBA or a master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Technology Management, or a relevant specialty — or equivalent senior-level professional experience (highly preferred).

·         Minimum 10 years’ experience in cybersecurity

·         CISSP certification (required)

·         Additional certifications in cloud, networking, and security (e.g., AWS, CCNA/CCNP, CEH, ISO 27001)

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

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 in 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.

8. 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.

9. Deadline for submission: Expressions of interest should be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by e-mail) by April 26, 2026, at 4:00pm (Somalia Local time)

Attention; Project Coordinator

SCALED-UP Project/SPRING Project

Ministry of Finance

Federal Government of Somalia

Shangani District, Mogadishu, Somalia

Email Address:  [email protected]

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