- Job description
Job title Clinical Pharmacist
Hours of work Full-time
Responsible to Hospital Manager & Lead Clinical Pharmacist
Contract type Permanent with three months of probation
Salary Negotiable
Job Summary
First Care Hospital and Diagnostic is taking an experienced clinical pharmacist in general practice for its newly opened pharmacy branch. First Care Hospital aims to develop a new model of care across the Somaliland Primary Care Network. This model better utilises pharmacy professionals' role within the wider healthcare team. The overarching goals are to help keep patients safe and well out of the hospital and reduce the demands on general practice regarding medicine use.
The post holder will work within their clinical competencies as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide expertise in clinical medicines management, provide face-to-face structured medication reviews, manage long-term conditions, manage medicines on transfer of care and systems for safer prescribing, manage repeat prescription processes while addressing both the public health and social care needs of patients in the hospital and out in the community. Some concepts of this role are innovative, and the successful candidate will be given training on them.
The post holder will lead quality improvement and clinical audits and manage medicines storage, cold chain, display and environmental impact on drugs. This role is pivotal to improving the quality of care and operational efficiencies, so motivation and passion are required to deliver excellent service within general practice. The post holder will also develop and encourage a positive culture of medicine optimisation principles to assist the specialist doctors in delivering high-standard local and national medicine-related objectives.
Main Duties
· Help achieve efficiencies and effectiveness within the prescribing activities of the PCN group of GP practices
· Promote high-quality, cost-effective and evidence-based use of medicines for the patients and the wider community.
· Work with other clinical pharmacists in the Pharmacy Team to respond to medication-related queries generated by patients, doctors, other healthcare professionals and staff.
· Work with other clinical pharmacists in the Pharmacy Team to develop and ensure a safe, efficient medicines optimisation programme, including repeat prescribing, medication review and medication reconciliation services.
· Become proficient with the TPP/SystmOne prescribing system and support IT in recording personally generated information and maintaining a database relating to the work done in the practices.
· Undertake clinical medication reviews either face to face or via telephone support on identified stratified-risk patients that may include residents in care homes, on their own, with long-term conditions and learning disabilities.
· Identify and produce recommendations for medication optimisation for senior clinical pharmacists, GPs and other multi-disciplinary team members.
· Work to encourage sound management of common/minor/self-limiting ailments, including promoting self-care and homely remedies.
· Contribute to the safety of drug monitoring processes and drug alerts
· Analyse, interpret, and present medicines data to highlight issues and risks to support decision-making
· Aim for good collaborative working practices and develop relationships with other professionals across the healthcare community and the more comprehensive heal
Skills and qualifications
General requirements
The post holder is expected to
1. Support a workplace culture that values high quality and friendly principles towards other staff and patients.
2. Ensure principles of openness, transparency and candour are observed and upheld in all working practices, including respect for information and clinical governance, and safeguarding responsibilities
3. Uphold the principles of reasonable infection control
4. A bachelor's degree in Pharmacy
5. minimum of three years experience as a registered pharmacist or in a similar position.
Personal & Professional Development
The post-holder will take responsibility for their development, learning and performance by
They are actively participating in any internal and external training programme required to increase quality, patient satisfaction, and being up to date with the
current evidence-based practices, as well as where their progress will be monitored and consistently evaluated.
Becoming an independent prescriber, if not already achieved, meets the GPhC CPD registration requirements annually.
How to apply
Applicants send their CVs and cover letters to the following email address by December 15th, 2024.
EMAIL: firstcare.hospital25@gmail.com
- Job description
Government Primary School (GPS) Education Officer
Hargeisa, Somaliland
Overview
Pharo Foundation is a Foundation established and funded by Pharo Management, an emerging markets hedge fund. It is a mission-driven, impact-oriented organisation that designs, funds, and operates economic development programmes around three central missions. We have over 700 employees spread across Kenya, Rwanda, Ethiopia, Somaliland and London. We operate through two main divisions:
Pharo Development - Focuses on fostering long term socio-economic development by educating the next generation, addressing water scarcity, and unlocking economic productivity in the countries we operate.
Pharo Ventures - A permanent capital fund that provides patient capital and takes a long-term investment approach. Our goal is to de-risk opportunities, attract additional capital, and accelerate economic transformation in the markets where we operate.
Our Missions
Education: Our mission is to ensure that all students have an opportunity to access a high-quality and affordable education and become productive citizens in a rapidly changing world.
Water: Our mission is to ensure that people and communities across Africa have access to a safe and affordable source of water.
Productivity: Our mission is to eliminate health, financial, and structural barriers to employment and productivity for working people
Pharo Foundation’s education mission is implemented through the Pharo-brand schools, ranging from kindergarten, to primary and secondary. The Foundation operates four Pharo schools in Somaliland, Vocational Training Centre, Pharo Kindergarten, Pharo Primary, and Pharo Secondary Boarding school in Sheikh district.
Our school includes both international and national curricula, enhancing the educational experience through a variety of innovative approaches. These include engaging reading materials, cutting-edge technology-driven learning methods, and advanced educational tools. We take pride in our well-equipped instructional spaces tailored for dynamic learning, ongoing assessment, mentorship, and age-appropriate resources like libraries, laboratories, ICT facilities, and pedagogical centers. We firmly uphold the significance of academic excellence in nurturing students, facilitating their seamless transition into adulthood, and paving the way for occupational and economic success.
Opportunity
We are looking for a motivated and technically skilled Government Primary School (GPS) Education Officer to play a key role in the implementation of the Government Primary School Programme. The ideal applicant will have a strong background in education, with experience in collecting and managing field data, conducting school assessments, and performing classroom observations. The applicant should possess excellent research and reporting abilities, with a focus on analysing student data and dropout trends. Strong leadership skills are essential for leading training, supporting exam standardisation and liaising with government stakeholders to ensure the smooth execution of the programme. The successful candidate will be passionate about improving primary education and have the skills to make a tangible impact.
Key Relationships
Role: Government Primary School (GPS) Education Officer
Location: Hargeisa, Somaliland
Reporting to: Government Primary School Programme Coordinator
Contract Type: Fixed Term (1 year)
Functional relationships: Education Team, Government Officials, Pharo Supported Public Schools.
Duties and Responsibilities
Programme Assessments
• Lead Assessments: Take charge of both internal and external assessments (e.g., International General Reading Assessment/International General Math Assessment), ensuring they are conducted fairly and effectively.
• Evaluate Effectiveness: Assess the impact of educational initiatives on student learning outcomes through comprehensive data analysis.
• Continuous Assessment: Implement formative, summative, and continuous assessments to evaluate student progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Data Monitoring: Regularly monitor and evaluate student performance data to inform instructional practices and curriculum adjustments.
Capacity Building
• Content Development: Design and develop training materials that are relevant, engaging, and tailored to the needs of educators.
• Training Effectiveness: Conduct evaluations to measure the effectiveness of training sessions and their impact on teaching practices.
• Professional Development: Organise and facilitate workshops, seminars, and training sessions to enhance teachers' skills and knowledge.
• Feedback Mechanism: Create a system for gathering feedback from participants to continuously improve training programs.
Student Data and Dropout Analysis
• Data Collection: Gather and analyse data on student enrolment, retention, and dropout rates, with a specific focus on kindergarten returnees.
• Dropout Reasons: Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses to understand the reasons behind student dropouts and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Reporting: Prepare reports and presentations summarising findings, trends, and recommendations for stakeholders.
Classroom Observations
• Observation Techniques: Conduct both formal and informal classroom observations to assess teaching practices and student engagement.
• Feedback Provision: Provide one-on-one feedback to teachers and principals, highlighting areas of strength and opportunities for growth.
• Follow-Up Support: Offer ongoing support and resources to help educators implement feedback and improve instructional strategies.
Exam Standardisations
• Standardised Exam Development: Collaborate with teachers and principals to develop and implement standardised exams that align with curricular goals and learning outcomes.
• Compatibility Assurance: Ensure that standardised exams are compatible across all schools, promoting fairness and consistency in student assessment.
• Training on Exam Practices: Provide training to educators on best practices for administering standardised exams and interpreting results.
Stakeholder Engagement:
• Act as a liaison with government stakeholders to ensure smooth programme implementation.
Reporting and Team Collaboration:
• Draft and submit monthly reports to the GPS Programme Coordinator.
• Ensure all data and reports are accurate, timely, and well-documented.
• Work closely with the GPS Programme Coordinator and other team members to achieve programme objectives.
• Set a positive example for junior team members and provide guidance as needed.
Skills and qualifications
Qualifications and Requirements
• Bachelor's Degree in Education, Development Studies, Social Sciences and/or related field.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience with an international NGO/UN/ Local NGO & Government in Somaliland in implementing educational programmes.
• General knowledge of the Somaliland education sector.
• Strong technical skills and proficiency in data collection and management platforms (e.g., KoBo Collect, SPSS, Microsoft Excel, Google Forms, NVIVO ).
Personal attributes
• Highly motivated and self-driven.
• Excellent research and analytical skills.
• Good time management and organisational abilities.
• Critical thinker with strong problem-solving skills.
• Team player with the ability to follow leadership and set a good example for junior members.
• Excellent report writing and good presentation skills.
How to apply
• We will review completed applications on a rolling basis. If we identify an outstanding candidate early in the process, we reserve the right to appoint before the deadline. For this reason, we encourage interested candidates to apply as early as possible. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we will only contact shortlisted candidates.
• You are required to attach a detailed CV and cover letter.
• To apply, please visit the Careers page on the Pharo Foundation website and submit your applicationhttps://www.pharofoundation.org/index.php/current-opportunities
• The application deadline is 22nd May 2025.
- Job description
- GALMUDUG STATE OF SOMALIA
- MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND IRRIGATION
- REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI)
- Country: Federal Government of Somalia (FGS)
- Name of the Project: Somalia Food Systems Resilience Project (S-FSRP)
- Assignment Title: GM M&E Specialist
- Project ID: P177816
- Deadline for submission: 22th May, 2025
- Ref No. SO-MOAI-GM-468529-CS-INDV
- Duration: 12 months with an option of extension subject to performance
- BACKGROUND
- The Somalia Food Systems Resilience Program (FSRP) is part of a regional initiative by the World Bank to provide a comprehensive framework to intervene at both the national and regional levels. This Multiphase Programmatic Approach (MPA) aims to tackle the underlying structural challenges of food insecurity and reduce beneficiaries' vulnerability to unpredictable climate, crisis, and conflict events. It seeks to achieve this by rejuvenating Somalia's agri-livestock research institutions, seed systems, and extension services and developing community institutions that can anchor adaptation of climate-smart agri-livestock practices, strengthening the availability of water and improved rangelands management for resilient agriculture and livestock production; support animal health services, enhancing the integration of the production systems to domestic and regional markets, with appropriate investments in food safety and value addition, and establishing an enabling policy and institutional framework at a sub-national, national and regional level capable of supporting food systems resilience for Somalia.
- The Project Development Objective (PDO) for Somalia Food Systems Resilience Program (FSRP) will be 'to increase preparedness against food insecurity and improve the resilience of food systems in targeted project areas of Somalia. Progress toward the PDO will be measured using five PDO indicators and intermediate indicators. All relevant indicators will be disaggregated by gender (men and women) and age (youth and adult).
- The five indicators are:-
- a) reduction of food insecure people in project-targeted areas (percentage);
- b) farmers adopting supported climate-smart innovations and practices (number and percentage of which are female and climate resilient);
- c) land area under sustainable landscape management practices (hectares);
- d) increase in the volume of agricultural production sold on domestic and regional markets (percentage); and
- e) policy products related to agriculture, natural resources management, and food systems resilience adopted with the Project's support (number).
- 2. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
- The Galmudug State of Somalia (GM) is implementing the project through the Ministries of Agriculture and Irrigation in consultation with the Ministry of Livestock, and Animal Husbandry and Ministry of Environment, Range, and Climate Change. The project is framed around the following components and subcomponents: - Component 1. Rebuilding Resilient Agricultural Production Capacity, 1.1 Crop and Livestock Research, Extension, and Seed Systems, 1.2 Community Engagement and Technology Transfer, and 1.3 Digital Agriculture Solutions1 and data systems: Component 2. Supporting the sustainable development of natural resources for resilient agricultural landscapes, 2.1 Water availability for agriculture and livestock, and 2.2 Rangeland management: Component 3. Getting to markets, 3.1 Farmer Producer Organizations and Agri-food Enterprises, 3.2 Market Infrastructure and Enterprise Development, 3.3 Access to Finance: Component 4. Promoting a greater focus on food systems resilience in policymaking, 4.1 Ministerial Capacity Building and Agri-food Policy Assessments for the Crop Sector, 4.2 Ministerial Capacity Building and Agri-food Policy Assessments for the Livestock Sector; Component 5 will be on Contingent Emergency Response. This component will finance eligible expenditures in the event of an emergency precipitated by a disaster. The activation of CERC, will be by a request by the government, and will allow funds to be disbursed rapidly to reduce damage to productive infrastructure, ensure business continuity, and speed up recovery. The last component is, Component 6 Project Coordination and Management, 6.1 Project Implementation and Coordination and 6.2 Monitoring and Evaluation. The Galmudug State of Somalia (GM) is establishing a core multi-sectoral Project Implementation Unit (PIU) supervised by the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation. The role of the PIU is to support the management, coordination, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of project activities, and investments. The PIU will be staffed with numerous positions to ensure efficient implementation of the S FSRP (P177816), and careful mitigation of identified risks and impacts. Considering this, S-FSRP, GM will recruit an M&E Specialist to coordinate the establishment of an integral project M&E system in the State. He/She will provide feedback and advise to the State Project Coordinator (SPC) on the effectiveness of project implementation in the State and within project districts for the anticipated project outputs and outcomes.
- The Project will directly benefit an estimated 350,000 small farmers, agro-pastoralists and nomadic pastoralists, agriculture and livestock-based enterprises, financial services providers, Disruptive Agriculture Technology organizations, and agriculture research and extension institutions, of which at least 30 percent will be female. The key challenge for the project would be to ensure that the female farmers and pastoralists are meaningfully engaged in the project and that they accrue the project benefits.
- At federal level, the Quality Enhancement and Implementation Support Team, has developed a web-based Management Information System (MIS) to enable real-time data loading and monitoring. This data must be updated to help management make informed decisions and know how the project is progressing on financial utilization and development objectives.
- 3. Scope of Work and Responsibilities
- Reporting to the State Project Coordinator, the Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist (MES) will be responsible for the overall Monitoring Evaluation and Learning of the Project. This will include monitoring the physical and financial progress of the Project. In addition, the MES shall manage the Project’s overall Monitoring and Evaluation Framework to ensure that the Project is on track to meeting its development objectives, expected outputs and outcomes, and intended beneficiaries. The MES will collaborate closely with the State Project Coordinator, the Financial Management Specialist, Technical Specialists, E&S Specialists, the Project National Coordinating Unit, and the World Bank Task Team.
- The overall responsibility of the Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist is to adopt an M&E system and improve the monitoring and reporting in the project across all project districts and components to ensure that the expected project development objectives are being achieved. More specifically, the Specialist will have the following key responsibilities:
- S/he will undertake all the other specific tasks detailed in the Terms of Reference (ToR) that can be found at the following https://moa.gov.so or can be provided upon submission of the application (in person or by email to the address below)
- 3.1 Specific Responsibilities
- • Coordinate establishment and operation of an effective M&E system in the State, including training and capacity building of relevant State project staff, SPs, participating beneficiary communities, and other stakeholders on the use of the project M&E system
- • Organization and supervision of baseline, impact, and other surveys at the State –level as set out in the project M&E framework
- • Coordinate the preparation of State AWPB
- • Ensure that all state-level partner institutions, SPs, and communities keep records of their activities and feed this information into the project M&E system.
- • Prepare regular state reports on implementation progress, performance, and impact of operations in line with the Project M&E Manual, and project Results Framework.
- • Undertake any other duties assigned by the SPC or the NPM&EC.
- 3.2 Other Competencies and Requirements
- • Good knowledge and experience in project cycle-related activities and developments in the agricultural sector in Somalia.
- • Strong computer and communications skills (oral, written, presentation); and
- • Fluency in English and Somali.
- Skills and qualifications
- 1 Selection Criteria
- · Minimum Bachelor Degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
- · At least 5 years of experience with development projects, preferably in Somalia, of which at least 2 years should be on planning, monitoring, and evaluating development projects.
- · Experience in monitoring and evaluation in an international agency is preferred.
- · Practical Experience in Management Information Systems (MIS)
- · Experience designing and implementing results management and monitoring and evaluation systems, data collection and analysis, and results reporting.
- · Fluency in English, and Somali.
- · Good analytical and technical report-writing skills
- · Excellent communication skills: speaking, writing, and listening.
- · Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and database management), and the Internet.
- · Experience with managing a database system and software is desired.
- · Having experience in World Bank funded projects is an added advantage
- 5. Duration and Duty Station
- The position is a one-year contract, renewable based on performance and project needs. The officer will be based in Dhusamareb city, the project Headquarters in Galmudug State. S(he) will work closely with local farmers, cooperatives, staff of the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation (MoAI), Ministry of livestock, Range and Forest (MOLRF) and other stakeholders to ensure the project's objectives are achieved through strategic data collection and information disclosure.
- 6. Reporting requirements and timelines for deliverables:
- The M& E Specialist will be reporting to the SFSRP FMS Project Coordinator during this assignment.
- 6.1 Reporting lines, Timelines, Deliverables, and collaboration with GM SFSRP PCU specialists.
- The M&E Specialist will prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual activity reports summarizing progress of the Project implementation. S(he) will liaise with other State PCU specialists, GM project stakeholders, and support specialists. These reports will take stock of the achievements of the month, quarter or year, and will present the main issues raised and the solutions provided, together with the strengths and weaknesses of the actions carried out. The said reports will be due no later than seven (7) days, fifteen (15) days and one month respectively after the end of each period concerned.
- 6.2 Implementation Plan for The GM M&E Specialist
- Based on the listed duties, the M&E Specialist will develop a work plan documenting an implementation strategy for the tasks to be undertaken. The Specialist will also lead in the preparation of annual action plans, budgets, as well as to the drafting of periodic project reports (monthly, quarterly, and annual) and ensure that the project Results Framework is adhered to by all components and Thematic leads.
- 7. Payment schedule/Remuneration
- The specialist will be paid a daily rate that shall be agreed upon in the contract. Payments will be made at monthly intervals and based on the agreed deliverables.
- 8. Management and Accountability of the Position
- The selected specialist will report to the FMS – GM S FSRP-Project Coordinator. The specialist will also work closely with the other staff at FMS level and support project districts to ensure that the deliverables are made within the stipulated work plans and delivery schedule.
- 9. Obligations of the Client: Services and Facilities provided by the Client
- The S FSRP FMS GM PC will make available relevant project Frameworks, Manuals, and Implementation documents, that have been developed for Somalia FSRP. The FMS GM PC will also introduce the specialist to the relevant stakeholders, as well as providing Office space, and generally a suitable working environment.
- 10. Confidentiality, Property Rights of the Client in Reports and Records
- All the reports, data, and information developed, collected, or obtained from the implementing agencies, beneficiaries, etc., Client, and other Institutions during this exercise shall belong to the Client. No use shall be made of them without prior written authorization from the Client.
- At the end of the assignment, the Specialist shall relinquish all data, manuals, reports, and information (including the database [HARD OR ECOPIES], codes, and related documentation) to the Client and shall make no use of them in any other assignment without prior written authority from the Client.
- How to apply
- The Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation Galmudug State of Somalia 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). They should also share with the copy of their accedemic certificates.
- NB: The academic qualifications of shortlisted candidates will be verified prior to the interview by directly contacting to the universities from which they obtained their certificates.
- 12. 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, July 2016, revised November 2017, August 2018, and November 2020 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.
- A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant method set out in the World Bank Procurement Regulations.
- 12. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant method set out in the World Bank Procurement Regulations.
- 13. Interested Consultants 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 for public holidays.
- Attention:
- FSRP Project
- Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigations
- MoAI-Galmudug State
- Dhusamareb
- Email Address:
- Procurement@fsrp.gm.so
- hr.sfsrpgalmudug@gmail.com
- Tender description
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI) FOR THE PROVISION OF LOGISTICS SERVICES
Date of this EOI: 29 April 2025
Closing Date for Receipt of EOI: 14 May 2025
Reference No: CLUSTER/LOG/029/04/2025
Address EOI to the Attention of Christian Kachibi, Somalia Logistics Cluster Coordinator
Email: Somalia.contracting@wfp.org
I. BACKGROUND
The Logistics Cluster Somalia is requesting expressions of interest for landside transport by road in South and Central Somalia. The Logistics Cluster is a humanitarian umbrella that delivers food and Non-Food Items (NFIs) assistance in emergencies and works with communities to improve nutrition and build resilience. It assists beneficiaries mostly in remote areas in Somalia.
The Logistics Cluster Somalia office seeks to establish and update the pool of pre-qualified suppliers (2025/2026 shortlist) capable of offering required services in Hirshabelle, Southwest, and Jubaland. The Logistics Cluster invites eligible transporters to express interest in providing the requested logistics services per this EOI.
II. DESCRIPTION OF EOI
The Logistics Cluster Somalia aims to establish shortlists for confirmed and potential service requirements below:
a) Landside Transport by Road
The Logistics Cluster Somalia seeks to pre-qualify contractors with reliable experience and capacity to provide the logistics mentioned above in Somalia. Eligible service providers are encouraged to fill in the attached questionnaire forms, which can be requested by e-mail from Somalia.contracting@wfp.org
Eligible service providers who meet the pre-qualification criteria in this EOI and are included in the relevant 2025/2026 shortlist may be invited to participate in future business opportunities based on subsequent calls for tenders.
This EOI does not constitute a binding or enforceable agreement between the Logistics Cluster and any party. It serves as a non-binding call for eligible contractors to demonstrate an interest in participating in future tender opportunities, if applicable. The Logistics Cluster reserves the right to accept or reject potential contractors' inclusion in the 2025/2026 shortlist based on its assessment and discretion.
The Logistics Cluster reserves the right to request further assessment, including site visits and interviews, to assess and validate potential contractors' capacity to deliver the required services.
Whenever a call for tender is issued, the relevant shortlisted suppliers shall receive specific terms of reference and more requirement details to support the submission of bids.
III. EOI REQUIREMENTS
The following minimum requirements shall be fulfilled for a company to be considered for the 2025/2026 shortlist:
1. A letterheaded demonstration of interest expressing the relevant services the company is willing to provide.
2. Documented proof of existence for at least the last 3 years, including certificate of incorporation/registration.
3. Documented proof of right to operate in Somalia, including but not limited to duly registration with relevant regulatory and financial authority (e.g., license and tax certification) at national and federal state member levels.
4. Demonstrating financial capability based on the last three years' audited accounts.
5. Demonstration of no outstanding bankruptcy, judgment, or pending legal action that could impair operational capacity.
6. Experience in road transport in the below mentioned corridors (please see the Section IV)
7. An original letter of support from the interested agent/company’s principal financial banker outlining the interested agent/company’s economic status and credibility. If such a letter is issued in the name of an individual (guarantor) related to the interested agent/company, the interested agent/company should clearly state on the letter of interest the guarantor’s exact position in the company and/or other links with the company.
8. Completed the Logistics Cluster Questionnaires required for the relevant shortlist:
a. Annex A – General company information (mandatory for all applicants)
b. Annex B – Landside Transport.
9. Complete list of parent companies, subsidiaries, sister companies, joint ventures, and business alliances, as well as other companies that are directly/indirectly controlled or are controlled or in common control with another potential eligible contractor.
10. Complete detail of shareholder and senior management structure, including the provision of passport copies of all shareholders.
11. Proof of past performance based on copies of at least three recent Purchase Orders/Contracts from current or recent clients for the provision similar to that described in this expression of interest.
12. Company profile illustrating structure and history of the company, presence, and experience.
13. List of current areas where the company is presented.
IV. ELIGIBILITY AND APPLICATION
Any contractor that fulfills the above requirement and has a demonstrated capacity and expertise to deliver services to the Logistics Cluster shall be considered for the Expression of Interest. The Logistics Cluster reserves the right to include a company in all or part of the shortlists required but does not bind itself to accept any EOI for reasons other than its discretion and assessment. Furthermore, the Logistics Cluster reserves the right to keep the analysis results and selection process confidential.
The contractors currently included in existing shortlists shall submit an updated expression of interest with the complete requested documentation package.
The Logistics Cluster reserves the right to review the maintenance of companies in the shortlist based on the provided documentation and past performance.
The Logistics Cluster shall not consider incomplete submissions.
Attachments
EOI -Provison of Landside Transport Services 2025
.pdf
Annex A - General Information_2025
.pdf
Annex B -Landside transport 2025
.pdf
How to apply
The Logistics Cluster Somalia seeks to pre-qualify contractors with reliable experience and capacity to provide the logistics mentioned above in Somalia. Eligible service providers are encouraged to fill in the attached questionnaire forms, which can be requested by e-mail from Somalia.contracting@wfp.org
- Job description
- Mission and objectives
- UNDP is a global knowledge network that promotes human development and connects countries with knowledge, experiences and resources to help people build better lives. UNDP has supported Djibouti since 1979 in its solutions to development challenges and capacity building that will help them achieve the goals of sustainable development. In line with the Djibouti National Development Strategy, the UNDAF and the UNDP Strategic Plan, we are committed to supporting the Government and people of Djibouti.
- Context
- The assignment aims to support the UNDP in Djibouti country office’s visibility through the production of a quality report highlighting its 2024 results and achievements. The document will be shared with a wide audience, made particularly of partners and national counterparts. It will also be published online. It has to be well appealing, colorful, and easy to read by any type of audience.
- Task type
- Art and Design
- Task description
- We are looking for 1 Online Volunteer/s who under the guidance of the Coordination and Partnership Specialist to support us by producing the graphic design for the UNDP Djibouti 2024 annual report in French and in English. In particular, the/each Online Volunteer is asked to: - Create draft design based on requirements, information given, and discuss with focal point/ communications team; - Develop the design according to agreed requirements and based on comments and suggestions from the focal point/ communications team. The design/layout should follow our corporate design guidelines which will be shared with the Online Volunteers in advance. The Online Volunteer/s will have the opportunity to build connections with the focal point/ communications team at UNDP Djibouti and learn about the ways in which graphic design can support the publication of the country office annual report. The final delevery is a visually appealing annual report.
- Skills and qualifications
- Assignment requirements
- Required experience
- Candidates should have professional experience in graphic design with previous experience in designing document layouts, in-depth knowledge of graphic design applications, and good verbal and written communication skills. A degree in graphic design or a related field is considered an asset.
- Languages
- French, Level: Native language, Required English, Level: Fluent, Required
- How to apply
- Other informationInclusivity statement
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- Job description
- Terms of Reference (ToR)
- Artisan industry market and economic opportunity analysis in Hargeisa, Borama and Burao in Somaliland
- 1. BACKGROUND
- The International Solidarity Foundation (ISF) is a Finnish development organization founded in 1970. ISF envisions a world where women and girls are empowered to build their own future, their self-determination is fully realized, and their right to bodily integrity is respected. ISF’s 2022-2025 program aims to strengthen the bodily integrity and livelihood resilience of women and girls in Kenya, Somaliland, and Ethiopia. The program consists of development projects implemented by local partners. ISF is currently planning its next four-year development cooperation program (2026-2029). In the new program, ISF plans supports the development of businesses in promising industries, focusing on women’s inclusion in the green economy. For this purpose, ISF need to map local production opportunities and studies markets to identify viable livelihood options.
- 2. PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE STUDY
- The purpose of this study is to map and document an overall picture of artisan sector and its obstacles and economic opportunities in Hargeisa, Borama and Burao in Somaliland, including circular economy solutions in artisan sector. The findings will help develop actionable strategies to support livelihood resilience and help identify opportunities and partners for youth entrepreneurship and livelihood improvement with focus on women.
- The scope of the study will include the following key areas:
- • Identify and profile existing artisan activities in Hargeisa, Borama and Burao, including successful project-level initiatives, traditional artisanal interventions, designers and product development and circular economy solutions that unlock opportunities for engagement in recycling, reusing or reducing waste and residues.
- • Describe the local product offering and competitive environment, market trends and promising products, demand patterns, supply chain challenges and the regulatory environment that affects the industry.
- • Highlight the main obstacles faced by the artisan industry, such as availability of materials and qualified designers or instructors, as well as the opportunities for intervention and growth.
- • Outline potential areas where ISF can contribute effectively. This will include recommendations for initiatives that can support or enhance the artisan industry and potential cooperation stakeholders.
- 3. DATA COLLECTION METHODS
- • Desk Review: Review existing written material, including reports, studies, policy documents, registers of actors and social media platforms.
- • Key Informant Interviews: Conduct interviews with key stakeholders, including private sector actors, consumers, NGOs and government actors, to gather insights on market environment, existing artisan activities, challenges, and opportunities.
- • Focus Group Discussions: Organize focus group discussions with relevant stakeholders to map an overall picture of artisan sector and its obstacles and economic opportunities.
- • Field Visits: Conduct field visits to assess the markets and to observe operating artisan activities, interact with local actors, and gather primary data.
- • Workshop: If relevant and applicable, it is possible to engage key actors in facilitated workshops to identify key actors, input-output flows, relationships, bottlenecks, and opportunities.
- 4. TIMING, DURATION, AND EXPECTED DELIVERABLES
- The study is scheduled to commence during May 2025 and will last 25 days, including:
- • Development of tools and Inception Report (3 days): The consultant will produce an inception report outlining the proposed methodology, data collection tools, timeline, and travel plan. The report will also include a list of suggested interviewees and a detailed budget. The consultant will revise tools incorporating ISF feedback.
- • Data Collection (15 days): Conduct interviews, focus group discussions, and field visits in Hargeisa, Borama and Buroa.
- • Data Analysis and Draft and final Reports (7 days): Analyse the collected data and produce a draft report that includes key findings, conclusions, and recommendations. finalisation of the report incorporating feedback from ISF.
- Expected Deliverables:
- • Inception Report including revised consultancy plan
- • Draft and final reports: Detailed report on market environment, existing opportunities for women and youth in artisan industry, main obstacles and gaps and actionable recommendations.
- Skills and qualifications
- • The consultant should possess a university degree in a relevant field such as business administration or a related discipline. Previous experience in value chain analysis, market research or circular economy work will be an advantage.
- • The consultant should have at least 7 years of professional experience in relevant fields, demonstrating a deep understanding of product development, markets, women’s economic empowerment and their application in project-scale initiatives.
- • The consultant should have experience working with international organizations and be familiar with their processes, standards, and expectations.
- • Proficiency in English is essential for clear communication and reporting.
- • The consultant should demonstrate a commitment to punctuality and the ability to meet deadlines.
- How to apply
- A complete consultancy proposal, including a budget and CV(s), must be submitted by 25th May 2025 to isfsom@isf.fi. Only shortlisted consultant will be contacted.
- Requested information:
- • a draft consultancy plan (1-2 pages) including a short description on the methods, duration of the consultancy (number of days), consultant team
- • CVs of all the consultant team members
- • 2 sample of previous similar task accomplished
- • cost of the tender including facilitation fee/day, other costs
- ISF will choose the consultant according to a) the professional capacity of the consultant(s), b) the quality of the tender, c) the cost of the tender.
- Job description
- Background Information - Job-specific
- The current conflict in Yemen has resulted in wide-spread humanitarian crisis, and has left 80 per cent of the population (21.1 million people) in need of assistance. The impediments on commercial imports to Yemen have led to severe lack of basic items. Should this situation continue to the point that basic commodities are not imported and therefore not available in the market, the current humanitarian crisis will deteriorate even further.
- In order to address the dire humanitarian situation in Yemen, the restoration of regular commercial cargo flows into the country is essential. UN Security Council resolution 2216 (2015) decided that Member States shall take necessary measures to prevent the direct or indirect supply, sale or transfer from or through their territories or by their nationals, or using their flag vessels or aircraft, of arms and related materiel of all types, including weapons and ammunition, military vehicles and equipment, paramilitary equipment, and spare parts for the aforementioned. In order to facilitate the unimpeded flow of essential commercial items to Yemen, the UN has been requested by the Government of Yemen to provide a monitoring and inspection service that ensures that commercial cargo entering Yemen’s territorial waters is compliant with UNSCR 2216 (2015).
- The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) has been requested to operationalize and manage a mechanism to oversee the monitoring and inspection services.
- Functional Responsibilities
- Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager, the Administration Specialist will be responsible for the operational management of the United Nations Verification and Inspection Mechanism for Yemen (UNVIM) and Office of the Special Envoy for Yemen Projects.
- Functions / Key Results Expected
- Implementation of operational and financial management strategies
- Budget management and organization of the cost-recovery system
- Administration Support
- Knowledge building and knowledge sharing
- 1. Implementation of operational and financial management strategies
- Ensures the implementation of operational and financial management strategies, focusing on the achievement of the following results:
- Plan, guide and manage finance operations including Accounts Payable, Budget and Quality assurance processes.
- Advises Project Manager on strategic financial resources management, Continuous analysis and monitoring of the financial situation, presentation of forecasts for projects.
- Implement and review periodically effective internal controls, proper design and functioning of the financial resources management system.
- Ensure compliance with financial activities, financial recording/reporting system and audit follow up with UN/UNOPS rules, regulations, policies and strategies and IPSAS standards.
- 2. Budget management and organization of the cost-recovery system
- Manages the budgets and organizes an optimal cost-recovery system focusing on achievement of the project results:
- Prepares and reviews monitoring systems for budgetary controls versus authorized spending limits (ASL) and budget delivery levels.
- Elaborates proposals for planning of financial resources of the project operations, continuously analyses and monitors the financial situation and presents financial forecasts vs. actuals and analysis of variances across the projects’ budgets.
- Monitors budget implementation, expenditure levels against allotments and recommends reallocation of funds when necessary.
- Prepares timely financial reports for submission to the donors and funding agencies in accordance with UNOPS rules within established procedures.
- Ensures financial resources management through planning, guiding, controlling the resources in accordance with UNOPS rules and regulations.
- 3. Administration Support
- Coordinates relevant project procurement and human resource processes to ensure viable solutions that meet operational project needs.
- Manages the timely and efficient delivery of all administrative services, (e.g. premises, asset management, organizational, travel and IT).
- Supervises administration team.
- 4. Knowledge building and knowledge sharing
- Organizes, facilitates delivery of training and learning initiatives for project team on relevant topics
- Leads, approves and conducts initiatives on capacity development and knowledge building for Finance and Admin personnel, including network development, learning plans and activities and best practice benchmarking.
- Guides project team’s collection of feedback, ideas, and internal knowledge about processes and best practices
- Skills and qualifications Competencies
Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization.(for levels IICA-2, IICA-3, LICA Specialist- 10, LICA Specialist-11, NOC, NOD, P3, P4 and above)
Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion. - Education:
- Advanced university degree or equivalent preferably in Business Administration, Public Administration, and Finance, Economics or related field.
- A first level university degree, preferably in Business Administration, Public Administration, and Finance, Economics or related field with additional two (2) years of experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
- Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent added advantage.
- Experience:
- A minimum of five (5) years relevant experience in operational management (Finance, HR, Support Services, Operations) at a national/international level is required.
- Demonstrated experience providing management advisory services and/or managing staff and operational systems is required.
- At least one (01) year of international experience in a multilateral setting is required.
- Demonstrated experience establishing inter-relationships among International Organisations/Governments/Partners is desired.
- Experience in UN field operations in the area of administration and/or operations is an advantage.
- Experience in the usage of computers and MS Office and experience in handling of web-based management systems is desired.
- Language:
- Fluency in English is required.
- Fluency in French is highly desirable.
- How to apply
- Contract type, level and duration
- Contract type: International Individual Contractor Agreement (IICA)
- Contract level: IICA-2
- Contract duration: 6 months with possibility of extension
- For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
- https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx
- Additional Information
- Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
- Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
- UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
- Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
- We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.
- Terms and Conditions
- For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
- For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. For more information on a retainer contract here.
- All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
- It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.
- Job description
- Position: Civil Engineer in Water Resources
- Requirement:
- • Minimum 3 years of experience
- • Age above 30 years
- • Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering specializing in water resources from an accredited institution
- • Full-time employment
- Skills and qualifications
- Requirement:
- • Minimum 3 years of experience
- • Age above 30 years
- • Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering specializing in water resources from an accredited institution
- How to apply
- Deadline: 15 May 2025
- Send Your CV: hrmnewbanaadir@gmail.com
- Contact Us: +252 619300095
- Location: Hodan, Taleex C/qasim Street Near Ex Dugsii Sare Banaadir
- Tender description
PUBLIC ADVERT
INVITATION TO BID
TENDER No.IRS P199-/Darasalam/tractor/3/25
5th May 2025
Provision of Purchase of (One) Brand new Farm Tractors with accessories for Darasalaam under Marodjih Region Somaliland
Islamic Relief Somaliland is an International humanitarian organization that has been working in Somaliland since 2006. We are committed to achieving our core vision of caring for the people in all countries where we work. Our goal is to provide vulnerable communities in Somaliland with access to basic needs including Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), Education, Basic Health services and Livelihood Support.
Islamic Relief Somaliland invites bids for the provision of the following service:
Requirements for Tender Documents and Guidline
Tender reference number
Tender envelop should be sealed.
The tender envelop must be stamped
BOQ/RFQ to be stamped and signed with Work Schedule/work plan
Any envelop without the tender reference number will be rejected. Requirements needed when bidding for this tender are:
Valid Registration certificate
Company Profile with detailed physically verifiable contact address
Bank statements for the last six months.
Certificate confirming payment of tax
Evidence of Past Experience in similar work e.g. signed Contract/PO
RATING SCALE FOR TECHNICAL PROPOSAL
Attachments
Tender Advert-Purchase of One Tractor In Darasalaam
.doc
How to apply
All interested and eligible Contractors/suppliers with sound capacity and relevant experience in similar work are here by invited to collect tender documents from Islamic Relief Somaliland Hargeisa Office I/Koodbuur District, JigJig Yar, North of Maansoor Hotel, Hargeisa,- opposite Masjid Jabir.
The deadline for submitting bids is 15/05/2025 at 4:00 pm and any tender or documents received later than 15/05/2025 4:00 pm will not be accepted.
The sealed envelopes should be dropped at TENDER BOX in Islamic Relief Somaliland Hargeisa Office I/Koodbuur District, JigJig Yar, North of Maansoor Hotel, Hargeisa,
All tender clarifications/queries & guidance on the collection and submission of the bid documents should be sent to procurement.irs@islamic-relief.so
Supplier Code of Conduct
Islamic Relief’s Supplier Code of Conduct
Islamic Relief Worldwide requires all suppliers to adhere to:
The Modern Slavery Act 2015
The International Labour Standards as defined by the ILO (International Labour Organisation).
The United Nations Global Compact’s 10 principles as stated below:
Human Rights
Principle 1: Businesses should support and respect the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights;
and
Principle 2: Make sure that they are not complicit in human rights abuses.
Labour
Principle 3: Businesses should uphold the freedom of association and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining;
Principle 4: The elimination of all forms of forced and compulsory labour;
Principle 5: The effective abolition of child labour;
and
Principle 6: The elimination of discrimination in respect of employment and occupation.
Environment
Principle 7: Businesses should support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges;
Principle 8: Undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility;
and
Principle 9: Encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies.
Anti-Corruption
Principle 10: Businesses should work against corruption in all its forms, including extortion and bribery
- Job description
- Job Opportunity: Teachers Wanted for New School in Mogadishu
- A newly established school in Mogadishu is seeking qualified and experienced teachers to join our dynamic team and help shape the future of our students. Qualified teachers with relevant degrees and experience. Teachers should have
- · Strong communication and classroom management skills
- · A commitment to student-centered learning
- · Enthusiasm for building a school culture from the ground up
- Available Positions:
- English Language & Social Studies Teachers
- Math & Science Teachers
- Position 1: English Language & Social Studies Teacher
- Skills and qualifications
- Requirements:
- Licensed and qualified teacher
- Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience
- Strong Information, Communication and presentation skills
- Ability to teach both English Language and Social Studies
- Position 2: Math & Science Teacher
- Requirements:
- Licensed and qualified teacher
- Ability to teach both Math and Science
- Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience
- How to apply
- We are looking for passionate, committed, and innovative educators who are ready to inspire young minds and contribute to a positive and engaging learning environment.
- ? Location: Mogadishu, Somalia
- ? Start Date: As soon as possible
- ? How to Apply: Please send your CV, cover letter, and copies of qualifications to email
- a22farah@yahoo.CA. Application deadline, May 30, 2025
- Job description
The AECF, LLC (Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund) is a leading non-profit development organization that supports innovative enterprises in the agribusiness and renewable energy sectors. Its aim is to reduce rural poverty, promote climate-resilient communities, and create jobs.
We catalyze the private sector by surfacing and commercializing new ideas, business models, and technologies designed to increase agricultural productivity, improve farmer incomes, expand clean energy access, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and enhance resilience to the effects of climate change. We finance high-risk businesses that struggle to access commercial funding; we are committed to working in frontier markets, fragile contexts, and high-risk economies where few mainstream financing institutions dare to go.
To date, we have supported over 510 businesses in 26 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa, impacted more than 33 million lives, and created over 35,000 direct jobs. The AECF is headquartered in Kenya and has offices in Côte d’Ivoire, Tanzania, Nigeria, South Sudan, Benin, and Somalia.
2.0 About the FIG Somalia programme
Funded by the European Union, FIG is a component of the Inclusive Local and Economic Development (ILED) programme, whose objective is to revitalize and expand the local economy with a focus on livelihood enhancement, job creation, and broad-based inclusive growth for Somali women, youth, and producers through:
Designing and offering appropriate and sustainable financial products and services to clients through its partner Financial Institutions (FI) and ensuring that targeted clients grow and become more bankable.
Catalyzing a sustainable increase in lending to economic actors in Somalia, esp. youth, women, and producers.
Building the capacity of the partner financial institutions to increasingly provide appropriate financial services for a wider scope of customers living in urban centres, and rural and decentralized areas in Somalia.
Building the capacity of targeted end clients to use the financing for business growth.
3.0 Background of the consultancy
The Somali Microfinance Association (SOMMA) was established with support from the EU-funded Finance for Inclusive Growth (FIG) Somalia programme. Its primary goal is to foster financial inclusion for poor households in Somalia. SOMMA comprises seven-member Microfinance Institutions and receives applications from additional MFIs interested in joining the association.
SOMMA requires technical assistance (TA) to expand its membership and collect membership commissions. This will enhance its operations and effectively serve its members and the poor communities in Somalia.
In this context, AECF seeks an expert consulting firm to conduct an institutional capacity gap assessment for SOMMA. The objective is to identify and address these gaps, enabling SOMMA to function more effectively. As a key player in promoting financial inclusion, SOMMA will support microfinance institutions across Somalia, which are critical for providing access to financial services in target communities. Therefore, strengthening SOMMA’s institutional capacity is essential for better serving its members and advancing the development of the microfinance sector in Somalia. This assignment’s primary objective is to thoroughly assess SOMMA’s institutional capacity and formulate strategies to enhance its operational, management, and service delivery capabilities. The objective is to prepare SOMMA to effectively support its member microfinance institutions and contribute to developing a resilient microfinance sector in Somalia.
4.0 Scope of the consultancy
The Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund (AECF) seeks to engage a highly qualified consulting firm with substantial expertise in the microfinance sector in Somalia. The firm selected should have a proven track record in conducting financial institution capacity gap analyses, developing staff training programmes, and formulating policies and guidelines. Additionally, the firm should have experience creating financing products for MFIs, banks, and associations.
Conduct an institutional capacity gap assessment and evaluate SOMMA’s organisational structure, governance, and operational efficiency.
Identify gaps and areas for improvement across administrative, financial, and programmatic functions.
Review existing policies, procedures, and guidelines, and propose enhancements to align with international best practices.
Develop and implement missing policies to support governance, financial management, risk management, and member engagement.
Create a strategy to increase SOMMA’s membership to 16 microfinance institutions through outreach and promotional activities.
Develop a member MFI engagement and retention plan to foster long-term relationships.
Organize and facilitate exposure visits for SOMMA management (the CEO and the Board chairperson) to Kenya or Uganda to learn from established microfinance associations in the selected country.
Conduct workshops and training sessions for SOMMA staff and management to build capacity based on the Gap assessment findings.
Develop robust reporting mechanisms to track SOMMA’s activities and assess impact.
Support the preparation of SOMMA’s inaugural Somalia Micro Finance Institution Annual Performance Report.
Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor and evaluate SOMMA’s effectiveness.
5.0 Deliverables and timing
The assignment will span over six months. The following deliverables will be produced:
Inception report: A report confirming the assignment delivery methodology and updated work plan to be submitted within one week of the contract’s signature.
Report: A Comprehensive report detailing each milestone completed with evidence of the completed assignments to be submitted.
Final report: A report incorporating feedback from the AECF to be submitted within one week of receiving feedback on the draft report, with attachments of all developed policies, guidelines, annual reports, and training tools.
Skills and qualifications
The consultancy firm/team must meet the following requirements:
Possess significant experience (minimum of 5 years) in conducting similar assignments in Somalia’s financial sector, including institutional assessments, tailored training programmes, and policy developments of the financial sector institutions.
Possess a comprehensive understanding of the Somali private financial sector, including in-depth knowledge of the Somali microfinance landscape, regulatory frameworks, market dynamics, and challenges faced by MFIs.
Exhibit strong project management skills, including meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality outputs.
Have excellent communication and facilitation skills to engage with SOMMA team members and stakeholders effectively.
Strong skills in policy development and strategic planning.
Expertise in training and capacity-building initiatives.
Excellent reporting and documentation skills.
Be independent and free from conflicts of interest that could compromise the objectivity of the assignment, ensuring the ability to conduct the task objectively and impartially without influence from relevant stakeholders.
Be fully registered as a consultancy firm in Somalia. Preference will be given to consulting firms based in Somalia.
Previous experience working with EU-funded similar programs is advantageous.
Proven track record in organising and facilitating international exposure visits.
7.0 Proposal submission
Interested applicants should submit a full proposal as a response to the TOR.
CVs of all team members
A proposed methodology for the assignment
A proposed work plan with timelines and activity breakdown.
Technical and financial proposals must be submitted separately.
NOTE: THE TECHNICAL AND FINANCIAL OFFERS MUST BE SUBMITTED IN THE FORM OF TWO (2) SEPARATE DOCUMENTS. THE AMOUNTS IN THE FINANCIAL PROPOSAL MUST BE DENOMINATED IN USD.
8.0 Reporting
The consultancy firm/team will report to AECF, the FIG programme manager.
9.0 Evaluation Criteria
a) Mandatory Requirements:
Company profile.
2. Trading license, Certificate of incorporation, Certificate of Registration, and other statutory documents.
3. Valid Tax Compliance certificate (Applicable to firms).
4. Passport/National Identification of the lead consultant and key personnel (Applicable to independent consultants)
b) The AECF will form an evaluation committee, which may include employees of the businesses to be supported. The same standards of confidentiality will bind all members. The consultant should ensure they fully respond to all criteria to be comprehensively evaluated.
The AECF may request and receive clarification from any consultant when evaluating a proposal. The evaluation committee may invite some or all the consultants to appear before it to clarify their proposals. In such an event, the committee may consider such clarifications in evaluating proposals.
In deciding the final selection of a qualified bidder, the evaluation criteria will give the technical quality of the proposal a weighting of 70%. Only the financial proposal of those bidders who qualify technically will be opened. The financial proposal will be allocated a weighting of 30%, and the proposals will be ranked in terms of total points scored.
The mandatory and desirable criteria against which proposals will be evaluated are identified in the table below.
No.
Criteria for Assessment
Marks
1
Understanding of the terms of reference
Detailed description of the service to be provided
5
Understanding of what AECF is expecting from the assignment
5
2
Methodology and work plan
Relevance of the methodology proposed to the needs of the assignment
10
Adequacy of the work plan, including key deliverables and capacity to deliver within a realistic timeline based on the consultancy days designated for the task
10
3
Technical experience of staff offered
Relevant tertiary level qualification and years of professional experience of the proposed team; and demonstrated Team Leader’s expertise in one of the technical areas, experience in delivering the assignment, methodology, and implementation approach, and demonstrated experience in leading similar assignments.
5
Prior experience conducting financial institution technical support activity in Somalia with a similar nature and scope, including reference lists indicating the scope and magnitude of similar assignments.
10
Experience working with donor-funded programmes, including experience in technical assistance delivery and report writing.
10
Evidence of similar previous experience, at least 5 years, in the banking and financial inclusion sector in Somalia.
15
4
Financial Proposal
Clarity, relevance, reality to market of value/value for money of cost for the assignment (inclusive of any applicable tax)
30
Total Score
100
10. Application
The AECF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The AECF considers all interested candidates based on merit without regard to race, gender, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Interested firms must submit their technical and financial proposal to aecfprocurement@aecfafrica.org by 13 May 2025, 5 pm EAT.
The email’s subject should be ‘TERMS OF REFERENCE (TOR) FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO THE SOMALI MICROFINANCE ASSOCIATION (SOMMA)‘. The AECF shall not be liable for not opening proposals submitted with a different subject or responding to questions that did not meet the deadline as indicated.
All clarifications and or questions should be sent to aecfprocurement@aecfafrica.org by 5 May 2025, 5 pm EAT
11. Disclaimer
AECF reserves the right to determine the structure of the process, the number of short-listed participants, the right to withdraw from the proposal process, the right to change this timetable at any time without notice, and reserves the right to withdraw this tender at any time, without prior notice and without liability to compensate and/or reimburse any party.
Note: AECF does not charge an application fee to participate in the tender process and has not appointed agents or intermediaries to facilitate applications. Applicants are advised to contact the AECF Procurement Department directly.
About AECF
About us
The AECF (Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund) is a development institution that finances early and growth-stage businesses to innovate, create jobs, and leverage investments and markets to create resilience and sustainable incomes in rural and marginalized communities in Africa.
Since 2008, we have invested over US$ 300 million in over 510 businesses across sub-Sahara Africa focusing on Agribusiness, Renewable Energy, and Climate-smart Technologies. We have impacted more than 33 million lives, created over 35,000 jobs, and leveraged over US$ 838 million in matching funds to our portfolio companies.
AECF is headquartered in Kenya, with offices in Côte d’Ivoire, Tanzania, Nigeria, South Sudan, Benin, and Somalia.
https://www.aecfafrica.org/careers/request-for-proposal-terms-of-reference-for-technical-assistance-to-the-somali-microfinance-association-somma/
How to apply
The AECF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The AECF considers all interested candidates based on merit without regard to race, gender, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Interested firms must submit their technical and financial proposal to aecfprocurement@aecfafrica.org by 13 May 2025, 5 pm EAT.
The email’s subject should be ‘TERMS OF REFERENCE (TOR) FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO THE SOMALI MICROFINANCE ASSOCIATION (SOMMA)‘. The AECF shall not be liable for not opening proposals submitted with a different subject or responding to questions that did not meet the deadline as indicated.
All clarifications and or questions should be sent to aecfprocurement@aecfafrica.org by 5 May 2025, 5 pm EAT
https://www.aecfafrica.org/careers/request-for-proposal-terms-of-reference-for-technical-assistance-to-the-somali-microfinance-association-somma/
- Job description
- Job no: 580953
- Contract type: Consultant
- Duty Station: Nairobi
- Level: Consultancy
- Location: Kenya
- Categories: Gender Development, Information Communication Technology
- UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.
- Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.
- And we never give up.
- For every child, a digital future.
- The UNICEF Strategic Plan, Gender Action Plan and Adolescent Girls Programme Strategy specifies how UNICEF will promote gender equality and empowering adolescent girls. However, as the gender digital divide persists, catalytic, scalable and measurable actions are needed to bridge the gap in women and girls’ digital access, adoption and use, digital literacy, and online safety. Investments and targeted support are required to tackle the under-representation of women and girls as tech creators and leaders, to ensure gender-responsive processes for digital solutions to be built with women and girls, and for these digital innovations to be prioritized that benefit women and girls and transform a gender inequality.
- One flagship example of UNICEF Gender and Technology work is Oky, an innovative mobile menstruation and reproductive health information solution, designed with and for girls in low-and middle income countries.
- Oky is a demonstration model that illustrates innovative tech design to help close the gender digital divide. Other UNICEF activities in Gender and Digital Technology include support to girl-led digital solutions and products that address gender-based violence; promote online safety; increase girls’ learning, digital skills development, pathways into employment and entrepreneurship; and health and well-being.
- UNICEF is now seeking Gender and Technology consultant services to support the development, management and expansion of UNICEF Gender and Technology work around the world, including Oky.
- How can you make a difference?
- UNICEF's ICTD Digital Centre of Excellence Gender and Technology team is seeking services of individual Gender and Technology consultants to provide a range of support services and technical assistance to enhance the ability of UNICEF Offices and partner organization at global, regional, and national level to lead and deliver high quality digital programmatic results that promote gender equality and adolescent girls empowerment.
- Applicants will be considered for current and upcoming Gender and Technology consultancy opportunities, and for placement on the ICTD Gender and Technology Consultant Roster 2025-2027.
- Key Responsibilities:
- Gender and Technology categories for this roster include for both Junior and Senior roles, but are not limited to:
- Product and Partnerships Management: Perform project, product, and partnership management services for girl-centred digital solutions and initiatives; provide coordination and project planning services, implementation and reporting support; develop and maintain partnerships with implementing and contributing partners from all sectors of society and industries; garner support and expansion of the Gender and Technology ecosystem; etc.
- Technology Advisory: Provide technology related advisory services to Oky and other gender-related digital products; quality assure technology related digital gender work; support implementing partners on technology related decisions that ensure technology products are built and deployed to meet girls and women’s digital realities; advise and lead on products’ features and built-out; guide low-tech multi-platform products development; advise on Content Management Systems; liaise with UNICEF teams, technology vendors and technology industry partners; etc
- Full-stack Development: Write open-source code on both the front and back end of gender-related digital products (including apps, websites, etc); write database queries; upgrade master codes periodically to the latest stack; provide support and maintenance for technology products (including bug fixes, responses to security issues, ensuring compatibility with new operating systems, adding new features and designs, etc); conduct security audits and bi-annual penetration testing of gender-related digital solutions as per UNICEF requirements; etc
- UX / UI: Provide UX / UI services to Oky and other GenderTech products; create and test user journey maps for Oky and other GenderTech products; design graphic interface elements; develop wireframes (high and low fidelity) and prototypes; evaluate user feedback and requirements and iterate product UI and features based on user inputs; etc
- Deployment and Scaling: Provide advisory for the scaling of gender-related digital products and platforms, including on strategic and operational aspects of localization, deployment and roll-out; provide Human-centred Design (HCD) guidance to teams and partners localizing girl-intentional digital solutions in different markets; leverage lessons learnt from scaling of digital solutions for new deployments; document localization, deployment and scaling insights and develop guidance; etc
- Open-source Advisory: Provide technical assistance on open-source community building and open-source governance structures for GenderTech products, including project charter development; explore options for GenderTech governance models that put women and girls at the forefront; support open-source steering committees establishment and Standard Operating Procedure development; support strategies of open-source community development and ecosystem engagement; etc
- Gender Digital Divide: Provide research advisory and expertise on what works for closing the gender digital divide; technical assistance for UNICEF countries and partners on high impact interventions that help bridge the gender digital divide for girls; feed into UNICEF and partners research and interventions that aim to close the digital gender gaps; feed into policy advocacy initiatives and engage with policy makers if requested; support with evidence briefs; etc
- Digital Literacy: Provide advisory on what works in digital literacy for women and girls; develop or adapt gender-specific digital literacy guidance and case studies; feed into girls digital literacy strategies and their implementation; review and support curricula and materials development that advance girls’ digital literacy, etc
- Digital Content: Create new and evidence-based content in girl-friendly, girl-centred and compelling language in English (or other languages where GenderTech products are deployed); design chatbot / IVR / SMS conversations and scripts; develop gamified content; advise on editorial processes for content at global and/or country level; quality assure content developed in various contexts; participate in content quality review panels; manage open-source content repository; foster digital content collaboration with partners; etc
- Promotion and User Engagement: Provide advisory and support to Oky and other GenderTech products promotion and user engagement approaches, with a view towards a female target audience and their digital realities; develop and roll-out strategies for user acquisition (both digital and in-person); support monitoring and reporting on backend analytics; customer and user feedback management;
- Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL): Refine Theory of Change and indicators, including analytics and business intelligence systems; build out digital monitoring and reporting frameworks; lead the setting up of MEL data collection and reporting mechanisms, particularly using lean data approaches; provide technical support for in-country and multi-country research projects and impact assessments; etc.
- Data and Statistical Analysis: Develop pre-analysis plan for specific assignments and research questions for gender-related digital solutions; review data sets, data format, database structures and make recommendations; propose statistical methods; guide and run data analysis and insights generation to respond to research questions; etc
- Peer-to-peer: Provide technical assistance on adapting peer education strategies for connecting un-connected female users and tap into adolescent girls’ peer and women networks; develop or adapt training and other peer-to-peer materials; work with UNICEF teams and partners to repurpose trainings and materials for multiple markets to ensure the benefits of digital products for un-connected women and girls; etc
- Disability and Accessibility: Provide technical assistance on ensuring digital products and platforms cater to girls and women with special needs (physical and/or intellectual disabilities); design and run consultations with girls and women with special needs; work strategically with partner organizations (and Organizations of Persons with Disabilities) specialized in accessibility of digital products; advise on adaptations needed to ensure accessibility (e.g. code, design and UX); design strategies and materials to reach more girls and women with disabilities through adaptations, community and outreach approaches that can be replicated in multiple markets;
- Duration and Location:
- This is an expression of interest to be placed on the ICTD Digital Centre of Excellence Gender and Technology roster. For each work assignment, Terms of Reference with work scope and tasks, schedules, deliverables, timelines and final outputs will be developed. Work assignments might require full-time or part-time commitments, at Senior or Junior level expertise.
- Assignments will be remote based, with travel to deployment countries or conferences as needed.
- Skills and qualifications
- To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
- • University degree (Bachelor’s Degree or higher) in Social Sciences, Gender Studies, International Development, ICT, or in an area relevant to UNICEF’s Gender and Technology work (Sexual and Reproductive Health, Comprehensive Sexuality Education, Health, Education, Child Protection, WASH, etc.) is required.
- • Specific work experience on digital projects, products and services, or innovation, in emerging markets; experience with GenderTech products and working with women and girls, preferred.
- • At least 8 years (applies to Senior level) or 3 years (applies to Junior level) of progressively responsible professional experience and demonstrated track record in the area of gender, digital or innovation, or in the specific area of support that candidate is applying for.
- • Strong, substantive, experience and skills related to the specific roles and areas of support that candidate is applying for.
- • Creative, innovative thinker who can also translate ideas into practical applications; “Get things done” mindset.
- • Self-starter who is happy to hit the ground running; independently motivated who doesn’t require extensive set-up processes, training, orientation, or strategy development (Applies to Senior level)
- • Proven skills in communication, networking, strategic thinking, advocacy, negotiation, and ability to relate this to innovation and young people. (Applies to Senior level)
- • Proven ability to conceptualize, plan and execute ideas. (Applies to Senior level)
- • Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.
- Candidates from low-and-middle income countries are particularly encouraged to apply.
- Application Instructions:
- Interested applicants should submit their application for this roster through UNICEF’s Talent Management System. In the application process, applicants will be asked to confirm:
- • Levels the candidate would like to be considered for (Junior or Senior level)
- • Workload availability (Full-time, Part-time or Specific Assignments)
- • Categories the applicant would like to be considered for
- Applicants should include the following attachments in their application:
- • Cover letter indicating availability until end of 2027 and availability for home based work.
- • Samples of previous work on similar assignments (links preferred)
- For every Child, you demonstrate…
- UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability (CRITAS).
- To view our competency framework, please visit here.
- UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic background, and persons with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. To create a more inclusive workplace, UNICEF offers paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. Click here to learn more about flexible work arrangements, well-being, and benefits.
- According to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), persons with disabilities include those who have long-term physical, mental, intellectual, or sensory impairments which, in interaction with various barriers, may hinder their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others. In its Disability Inclusion Policy and Strategy 2022-2030, UNICEF has committed to increase the number of employees with disabilities by 2030. At UNICEF, we provide reasonable accommodation for work-related support requirements of candidates and employees with disabilities. Also, UNICEF has launched a Global Accessibility Helpdesk to strengthen physical and digital accessibility. If you are an applicant with a disability who needs digital accessibility support in completing the online application, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF.
- UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.
- How to apply
- Remarks:
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
- Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures, and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws.
- The selected candidate is solely responsible to ensure that the visa (applicable) and health insurance required to perform the duties of the contract are valid for the entire period of the contract. Selected candidates are subject to confirmation of fully-vaccinated status against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO)-endorsed vaccine, which must be met prior to taking up the assignment. It does not apply to consultants who will work remotely and are not expected to work on or visit UNICEF premises, programme delivery locations or directly interact with communities UNICEF works with, nor to travel to perform functions for UNICEF for the duration of their consultancy contracts.
- Advertised: 18 Apr 2025 E. Africa Standard Time
- Deadline: 11 May 2025 E. Africa Standard Time
- Tender description
PUBLIC ADVERT
INVITATION TO BID
Re-advert Tender for the procurement of cataract - surgery equipment & consumables in Mogadishu, Banadir region- Somalia.
Islamic Relief Somalia is an International humanitarian organization that has been working in Somalia since 2006. We are committed to achieving our core vision of caring for the people in all countries where we work. Our goal is to provide vulnerable communities in Somalia with access to basic needs including Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), Education, Basic Health services and Livelihood Support.
Islamic Relief Somalia invites bids for the provision of the following service:
The Tender Documents with RFQs are available for collection from Islamic Relief Somalia Mogadishu office, Adan Adde International Airport Road/Opposite Ex-Kalunka Compound -Banadir region, Somalia.
Requirements for Tender Documents
Tender envelope should be sealed with reference number and stamped.
Company Profile with detailed physically verifiable contact address
Most recent Bank statements (printed in last 6 months) with full details of account movement and enough balance
Valid Commercial License from Federal Government of Somalia
Valid Tax compliance certificate from Federal Government of Somalia
Valid registration/business license from Banadir regional administration
Quotation/RFQ price showing the price and stamped with the company seal
Evidence of Past Experience/relevant experience (contracts) of same nature/work.
RATING SCALE FOR TECHNICAL PROPOSAL
How to apply
All interested and eligible Contractors/suppliers with sound capacity and relevant experience in similar work are here by invited to collect tender documents from Islamic Relief Somalia Mogadishu office, Adan Adde International Airport Road/Opposite Ex-Kalunka Compound -Banadir region, Somalia.
The deadline for submitting bids is 18th/05/2025 at 4:00 pm and any tender or documents
received later than 18th/05/2025 at 4:00 pm will not be accepted.
The sealed envelopes should be dropped at the Tender Box in Islamic Relief Somalia Mogadishu office, Adan Adde International Airport Road/Opposite Ex-Kalunka Compound -Banadir region, Somalia.
Supplier Code of Conduct
Islamic Relief’s Supplier Code of Conduct
Islamic Relief Worldwide requires all suppliers to adhere to:
The Modern Slavery Act 2015
The International Labour Standards as defined by the ILO (International Labour Organization). The United Nations Global Compact’s 10 principles as stated below:
Human Rights
Principle 1: Businesses should support and respect the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights;
and
Principle 2**:**Make sure that they are not complicit in human rights abuses.
Labour
Principle 3: Businesses should uphold the freedom of association and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining;
Principle 4**:**The elimination of all forms of forced and compulsory labour;
Principle 5: The effective abolition of child labour; and
Principle 6: The elimination of discrimination in respect of employment and occupation.
Environment
Principle 7**:**Businesses should support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges;
Principle 8: Undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility; and
Principle 9**:**Encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies.
Anti-Corruption
Principle 10: Businesses should work against corruption in all its forms, including extortion and bribery.
- Job description
- MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURAL AND DEVELOPMENT
- SOMALILAND FOOD SYSTEMS RESILIENCE PROJECT (SL-FSRP)
- REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI)
- Individual Selection of Consultant
- Country: Government of Somaliland
- Project ID No: P177816
- Name of Project: Food Systems Resilience Program for Eastern and Southern Africa (Phase 3) FSRP
- Consulting Service: Agricultural Research and Seed Systems Specialist
- Individual/firm: Individual
- Duty Station: Hargeisa
- Deadline: 22nd May 2025
- Ref Number: SO-MOAD-SL-474504-CS-INDV
- 1. BACKGROUND OF THE PROJECT
- Somaliland Food Systems Resilience Project (SL-FSRP) is part of a regional initiative by the World Bank to provide a comprehensive framework for intervention at both the national and regional levels. This Multi-phase Programmatic Approach (MPA) aims to tackle the underlying structural challenges of food insecurity and reduce beneficiaries' vulnerability to unpredictable climate, crisis, and conflict events
- The Project Development Objective (PDO) of the project is ‘to increase the resilience of food systems and the Somaliland’s preparedness for food insecurity in project target areas. The project has six components namely: Component 1: (Re-)Building Resilient Agricultural Production Capacity; Component 2: Supporting the Sustainable Development of Natural Resources for Resilient Agricultural Landscapes; Component 3: Getting to Market; Component 4: Promoting a Greater Focus on Food Systems Resilience in National and Regional Policymaking; Component 5: Contingent Emergency Response Component; Component 6: Project Coordination and Management.
- The Somaliland FSRP will directly benefit an estimated 65,000 of small farmers, agro-pastoralists, and nomadic pastoralists, at least 30 percent of which will be women. In addition, the project will support value chain stakeholders including women-owned agribusiness enterprises, financial services providers, disruptive Agriculture Technology start-ups, agricultural research and extension institutions. Within the public sector, the project will also build the capacity of Ministry of Agriculture Development, Ministry of Livestock and Rural Development and Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, and other institutions to implement resilience- focused policies. Therefore, the Ministry of Agricultural Development (MoAD) invites suitably qualified individuals to apply for the position of Agricultural Research and Seed Systems Specialist for this Project funded by the World Bank.
- The Agricultural Research and Seed Systems Specialist is responsible for leading and coordinating agricultural research and seed systems activities within the project. This includes (i) coordinating the prioritization and formulation of the research agenda and developing collaborative research project proposals in alignment with the project objectives; (ii) coordinating the technical implementation of seed system activities such as seed production, certification, and distribution; (iii) preparing annual work plans and budgets for seed system-related activities; (iv) providing technical guidance to research teams and external partners on developing Agriculture Technologies, Innovations, and Management Practices (TIMPs); (v) contributing to the preparation of progress reports, including monitoring and evaluation of research activities and adherence to procurement, contract management, and environmental safeguards; (vi) working closely with the Project Coordination Unit (PCU) to ensure effective execution of activities; and (vii) collaborating with stakeholders, including the Somaliland Institute of Agricultural Research, to develop terms of references and manage the selection and contracting processes for seed system services and goods.
- The MoAD seeks to recruit a qualified individual to serve as the Agricultural Research and Seed Systems Specialist for this project under the terms specified in the Terms of Reference (TOR).
- 2. RESPONSIBILITIES: The Agricultural Research and Seed Systems Specialist will collaborate closely with the Project Coordination Unit (PCU), government focal points, and development partners to ensure the smooth implementation of project activities. Key responsibilities include:
- · Coordinating the prioritization and formulation of the research agenda and developing collaborative research project proposals.
- · Assisting in the interpretation and application of the Project Implementation Manual (PIM) and the Research Grant Manual (RGM).
- · Overseeing the technical implementation of research activities, providing guidance to research teams, and facilitating the development of Agriculture Technologies, Innovations, and Management Practices (TIMPs).
- · Supporting the enhancement of sustainable seed systems and working with the Somali Seed System Recovery Initiative Project to develop community-based seed production systems.
- · Ensuring the establishment of agricultural research databases and providing technical backstopping throughout the implementation of research activities.
- · Coordinating the review of research and seed system policies.
- Full details are available in the TOR at: https://sl-fsrp.org/vacancies-and-tender/
- Skills and qualifications
- 1. SELECTION CRITERIA: The selection will be based on the qualifications, experience, and skills of the candidate, followed by an interview. The criteria include:
- · A master’s degree in agricultural/environmental sciences or a related field.
- · A minimum of 5 years of experience in managing agricultural research or related fields.
- · Proven experience in managing research projects, developing research proposals, and overseeing seed systems, particularly community-based seed production.
- · Strong ability to collaborate with stakeholders, including research teams, advisory bodies, and external partners, while providing technical guidance on the development of agricultural technologies, innovations, and management practices (TIMPs).
- · Demonstrated leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- · Proficiency in using relevant software for data management, analysis, and reporting.
- · Fluency in both written and verbal English.
- Other Competencies and Requirements:
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Demonstrated analytical skills and the ability to interpret research findings for practical applications.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining accountability.
- High level of integrity and professionalism in handling sensitive and technical information.
- Flexibility and adaptability to respond to project needs and emerging priorities.
- Commitment to knowledge sharing and continuous professional development.
- Fluency in English; knowledge of Somali language is an added advantage
- 2. REPORTING
- The Agricultural Research and Seed Systems Specialist will report directly to the Project Coordinator at the Ministry of Agricultural Development.
- 3. DURATION OF ASSIGNMENT
- The Consultant will be contracted for a period of twelve (12) months, with the possibility of extension for up to two (2) additional years based on satisfactory performance, need for the role and availability of funding.
- How to apply
- The Ministry of Agricultural Development now invites eligible Individual Consultants to express their expression of interest in providing the above-mentioned services. Interested candidates must submit the following documents: (i) an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) with at least three professional reference contacts; (ii) copies of academic qualification certificates; and (iii) a cover letter demonstrating their suitability for the assignment.
- 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, July 2016, revised November 2017, 2018, 2020, September 2023 and February 2025 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.
- A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant method set out in the World Bank Procurement Regulations.
- Interested applicants may obtain further information including the detailed Terms of Reference from the Ministry in person or by e-mail to the address given below during office hours from 8.00 a.m.– 3.00 p.m. Saturday to Thursday. The ToR is also available on our website: https://sl-fsrp.org/vacancies-and-tender/.
- Deadline: Expressions of Interest (EOI) and CV must be delivered to the address below by hand, mail, courier or email on or before 22nd May 2025 at 3:00 PM East Africa Time (EAT). The subject line of the email should clearly state: “Agricultural Research and Seed Systems Specialist - Expression of Interest.”
- Project Coordination Unit (PCU)
- Ministry of Agriculture Development (MoAD)
- East of Assod Hotel, Sha’ab Area, Hargeisa, Somaliland
- Attn: Mrs. Zamzam Ahmed, Procurement Specialist
- Email address: procurement@sl-fsrp.org
- Job description
- Position Title: Project Officer (2 Positions)
- Location: Southwest State
- Reports to: National Project Coordinator/ Project Manager
- Position Type: Full-time
- Contract Duration: 12 months with renewal
- Starting Date: TBA
- BACKGROUND
- Rural Education and Agriculture Development Organization (READO) is a leading non-governmental organization in East African Countries (Somalia/Somaliland, Kenya, and Ethiopia) and the recently Registered in USA (Washington DC, North Dakota, and Minnesota), where READO is implementing in East African Countries Emergency aid intervention and Recovery, Resilience, and development programs. Since 2008, in East African Countries, READO has been responding to the multiple shocks facing Somalia/and Kenya through the implementation of emergency response, Recovery, and resilience programs, targeting mainly destitute agro-pastoral, riverine, and IDP communities in Somalia. READO's thematic areas of programming include Food Security and livelihoods, Youth Programs, WASH, Health, Nutrition, Education, Child Protection, Health Reproductive, Protection/Gender Violence, Good Governance, Employment Opportunities in USA READO Planning to start in (North Dakota) for Youth Skilled Immigrants for Rural and Urban Agricultural and Advocacy and mobilization on Diaspora from East Africans, including Kenya, Ethiopian, and Somalia
- PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
- The primary purpose of this role is to manage and coordinate the implementation of the project and the Advancing Circular Technologies for Infrastructure and Value-chain Enhancement in Somalia (ACTIVE) Project, funded by the EU, to achieve the project objectives. The Programme Manager will lead the project team based in Baidoa under the guidance of the lead agency. The PM is a key position in the project and will be responsible for the overall implementation of the project as per the project documents. The position holder will coordinate with external stakeholders and liaise with READO's national partner NGOs to implement this grant.
- KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Project Implementation
- ü Lead the planning, execution, and coordination of project activities in alignment with approved project documents and timelines.
- ü Promote inclusive, participatory approaches in community engagement and project delivery.
- ü Collaborate with sector leads (e.g., livelihoods, governance, social cohesion) to ensure integrated and synergistic programming.
- ü Ensure project activities contribute to sustainable resilience and community empowerment.
- ü Maintain compliance with EU visibility and reporting requirements and READO’s operational standards.
- ü Prepare high-quality narrative and financial reports in a timely manner.
- ü Maintain accurate documentation, including beneficiary records and activity reports.
- ü Support the development of communication materials such as case studies, success stories, and human-interest features.
- ü Submit the Monthly, quarterly, and yearly Project Progress report.
- ü Participate in the State Level Cluster Coordination and ABC Coordination Meetings at the State Level
- Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEAL)
- ü Assist MEAL teams in designing and implementing monitoring tools tailored to resilience and development programming.
- ü Conduct regular field visits to monitor progress, verify outputs, and ensure quality.
- ü Capture lessons learned and best practices to inform project adaptation and potential scale-up.
- ü Support the ACTIVE Consortium Partners for the required Project Monitoring and provide the required information.
- Stakeholder Engagement & Representation
- ü Liaise with community leaders, local authorities, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation and local ownership.
- ü Represent the project in coordination meetings, sectoral clusters, and resilience forums at the field level.
- ü Coordinate closely with consortium partners and technical experts to ensure coherence and alignment.
- Financial Oversight & Logistics
- ü Monitor project expenditures and support budget tracking to ensure alignment with activity plans.
- ü Facilitate procurement and logistics processes in accordance with EU and READO procurement guidelines.
- ü Support the Project Manager and Project Coordinator for the required procurement and Financial Activities
- ü Perform any other assigned activity from her/his Line Manager
- Skills and qualifications
- REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- ü Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Project Management, Social Sciences, Economics, International Relations, or a related field.
- ü Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, preferably with EU-funded development or resilience-building projects.
- ü Strong understanding of resilience frameworks, sustainable development, livelihoods, governance, and social cohesion.
- ü Familiarity with EU contractual obligations and reporting standards.
- ü Experience working with community-based organizations and local governance structures, ideally in fragile or conflict-affected settings such as Southwest State.
- SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- ü Proven project management and coordination skills.
- ü Excellent analytical, writing, and communication abilities.
- ü Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- ü Capacity for adaptive management in dynamic and complex environments.
- ü Fluency in English and Somali (both written and spoken).
- ü Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- ü Commitment to READO’s values, including gender equity, social inclusion, and safeguarding.
- SAFEGUARDING
- READO is fully committed to safeguarding and protecting children, vulnerable adults, and communities. All staff are expected to uphold our safeguarding policies and practices and will be subject to appropriate background checks.
- How to apply
- Send the Application letter, including documents/Certificates, via email: hr.somalia@readosom.org. No later than 31st May 2025, Hard copies will be delivered to the READO Office, Ex-UN Mine Action Office in Baidoa, and only short-listed candidates will be contacted.