TENDER NOTICERE-ADVERT - ITB-SELECTION OF MICROFINANCE INSTITUTION FOR FACILITATION OF CREDIT FACILITY FOR MICRO, SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES (MSME) IN BOSSASO.TENDER REF: 8105190NRC-Garowe in Somalia invites sealed bids from eligible bidders for the Re-advert - ITB-Selection of Microfinance Institution for facilitation of Credit Facility for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) in Bossaso. The tender is open as an National under Services category.

Re-advert - ITB-Selection of Microfinance Institution for facilitation of Credit Facility for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) in Bossaso.

How to apply

Complete tender documents may be obtained, free of charge, by downloading the documents from the Digital Procurement System (DPS) by clicking Here or scanning the QR Code above, between the dates:

Sun, 04 May 2025 08:00 AM and Sat, 17 May 2025 23:55 PM.If you have any technical difficulties in accessing the tender documents, please contact the following

email address:so.pl.procurement@nrc.no for assistance, considering that NRC will not share the bids via email as all bidders must Register and download the tender documents from the Digital Tendering System.

Job description

Company Background OverviewDahabshiil Electronics is a trading company incorporated in accordance with the laws and regulations of Somaliland, and the company deals with the trading of electronic devices and gadgets. Dahabshiil Electronics (formerly known as Dahabshiil Trading Co.) was established in 2018 with the objective of unifying trade expertise with a team of young and dynamic professionals. Dahabshiil Electronics is a trading company. That imports and exports goods and provides various related services.

Job Description

Position:Credit Department:

Administrative Assistant

Duties and Responsibilities· Process and review credit application forms submitted by clients and customers· Avail credit agreements and ensure all supporting documentation is accurate and complete· Submit finalized documents to the team leader for review and forwarding· Maintain well-organized digital and physical records of all credit-related documentation· Communicate with customers to collect missing information or clarify application details· Update internal systems with application status under the guidance of the team leader· Read, monitor, and respond to customer comments and inquiries on social media platforms in a professional and timely manner· Ensure all tasks are completed in line with company credit procedures and instructions    from the team leader· Provide administrative support to the credit team, as directed by the team leader

Skills and qualifications

Skills and QualificationsMinimum of a degree in Administration or a related field; additional certification in Office Administration or Business is an asset.

Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail.

Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel.

Familiarity with basic recordkeeping and data entry systems.

Previous experience in administrative or customer service roles is highly desirable, especially in retail or credit-processing environments.

Effective communication skills and the ability to follow instructions.Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively under the guidance of a team leader.

Excellent Communication SkillsClear speech, strong diction, and a pleasant speaking voice.Ability to explain complex topics in a simple and understandable manner.Charismatic, confident, and engaging presence on video.

Media training and customer relations experience are valued but not mandatory.

How to apply· 

  Interested candidates are requested to submit their CVs and Cover letters to HR@dahabshiilelectronics.com with the Subject line: Credit Administrative Assistant Hargeisa/Somaliland.·   

Opening Date: 4/5/2025·    

Closing Date: 9/5/2025

Job postings

CARE INTERNATIONAL IN SOMALIA/SOMALILAND

Period of Audit: July 1st, 2024 – 30th June 2026 

TERMS OF REFERENCE (TOR) FOR AUDIT SERVICES

. BACK GROUND  1.1 About CIS

CARE International in SOMALIA/SOMALILAND is a development and humanitarian organization with a goal to reduce poverty at the household level and provide relief in emergencies. We have worked with communities in Somaliland, Puntland & South Central, meeting relief needs and phasing in long-term projects.

CARE tackles underlying causes of poverty so that people can become self-sufficient. CARE also delivers emergency aid to survivors of war and natural disasters, and helps people rebuild their lives,

1.2 Accounting and Financial Management Information

CARE Somalia/Somaliland processes are guided by Policies and Procedures contained in the CARE Operations Manual and the Finance Manual. The Operations Manuals documents policies on the following:

- Finance 

- Procurement

- Asset Management

- Vehicle Management

- Per Diem and Lodging

- Lease Agreement

- Human Resources

- Budgeting

- Sub Grants 

CARE Somalia/Somaliland uses a financial management system known as People Soft. The system accommodates transacting in both foreign Currency and Base Currency which is US Dollars. Donor Funds received are coded to the relevant Fund code and expenses incurred are also charged to the relevant fund code hence allowing for expense tracking, monitoring and reporting. 

Procurement requests are raised by requestors across the organization regardless of their location. However, procurement and financial transactions processing are done in three hubs namely Hargeisa, Garowe and Mogadishu.

ACCOUNTING STANDARDS

CARE INTERNATIONAL SOMALIA/SOMALILAND follows USA GAAP. Further, it follows the accounting guidelines as set out in the CARE Financial Manual and implements projects in conformity with Donor Standards and Regulations. 

3.AVAILABLE FACILITIES 

CARE Somalia operations are transacted at the three hubs and each hub retains the documents in respect to transactions generated in their area. In addition, all the documents are scanned and sent to the cloud. The auditor will be expected to specify the sample transactions required prior to the commencement of the audit to facilitate remittance of the support documents from the sub office.  

The Auditors will have full and complete access at any time to all records and documents (including books of accounts, legal agreements, Program Grant Agreements and Budgets, minutes of committee meetings, bank records, invoices and contracts) and employees.  The Auditor will also have the right to access information on banks, consultants, contractors, partners and other persons or firms engaged by CARE. 

4. AUDIT SCOPE  4. 1 Scope of Work

The audit will examine the Balance Sheet records for CARE SOMALIA/SOMALILAND. The statements will be extracted from the financial system for the audit period from 1st July 2024 to 30th June 2026. 

Specifically, the Audit will include but not limited to: 

- Audit CARE Somalia/Somaliland Balance Sheet Report, Statement of Income and Expenditure covering the period 1st July 2024 to 30th June 2026.

- The audit will be carried out in accordance with the International Standards on Auditing.

- Obtain sufficient audit evidence to substantiate in all material respects the accuracy of the information contained in the financial statements.

- obtain an understanding of internal controls and perform tests of internal controls

- Perform procedures to determine whether CARE has complied with laws, rules and regulations 

- Issue an independent Auditor’s Report that states but not limited to the following: 

i.                An Opinion (or disclaimer of opinion) as to whether the Financial Statements present fairly in all material respects in conformity with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles

ii.                 A report on internal controls which shall describe the scope of testing of internal controls and the results of the tests.

iii.                 A schedule of findings and questioned costs that includes a summary of the auditor’s results.

4.2 The Audit Report 4.2.1 Contents of Audit Report

The Auditor should issue Audit Reports for CARE Somalia/Somaliland which will include but are not limited to the following:

- The Accounting Standards that have been applied and indicate the effect of any deviations from those standards

- The period covered by the Audit Opinion

- Income and Expenditure Statement

- Audit opinion stating whether the Income & Expenditure Statement and supporting schedules present fairly in all material aspects that the funds were utilized for the purposes intended. 

- Audited financial statements in USD currency 

4.2.2 Submission Date of the Audit Report

The audit is scheduled to begin on 30th September 2025 covering the financial period 1st July 2024 to 30th June 2025. The Draft Audit Reports should be submitted by 3rdst November 2025 while the Signed Audit Reports should be submitted by 10th November 2025.

4.3 Management Letter

The Auditor will submit a separate Management Letter at the completion of the audit. The Management Letter shall include but not limited to the following: 

- An assessment of the Internal Control System with equal emphasis on the general effectiveness of the Internal Control System in protecting the assets and resources of the organization

- A description of any specific Internal Control weaknesses noted, the audit procedures followed to address or compensate for the weaknesses, risk exposure and recommendations to resolve/eliminate the internal control weaknesses noted should also be included.

Skills and qualifications

REQUIREMENTS

Interested applicants must download the ToR and the request for proposal to complete the following submission requirements:

• Detailed Technical proposal including clear workplan detailing the number of days proposed for the audit exercise
• References from NGOs that the audit firm has audited
• Firm's previous experience related to auditing services
• Years of experience in auditing of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)
• Proposed team composition, updated CVs, qualification, experience and the number of staff that will be assigned to the audit service
• Financial proposal (breakdown per fiscal year)

How to apply

All applications should be sent to som.consultant@care.org latest by 17 May 2025 in one email, with separate attachments for the technical and financial proposals indicating the Subject line ‘Institutional Audit Service. Links will not be accepted.

Tender description

ADVERT TENDER NOTICE FOR CONSTRUCTION OF GALMUDUG 3 GIRLS’ SCHOOLS IN ADADO GALKAYO AND GURIEL, GALMUDUG STATE SOMALIA

1. Guriel-ITT/MOECHE/GSS/GEA/2025-0018
2. Adado-ITT/MOECHE/GSS/GEA/2025-0019
3. Galkayo-ITT/MOECHE/GSS/GEA/2025-0020

The Federal Government of Somalia, through the Ministry of Education, Culture, and Higher Education (MOECHE), has secured funding from the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) under the Girls’ Education Accelerator (GEA) grant. CARE International is the Grant Agent for this initiative. The GEA grant is a three-year program aimed at enhancing equitable access to quality and inclusive education in both rural and urban areas, focusing on gender and social inclusion barriers. The GEA program is aligned with the government’s reform priorities outlined in the 2023 Partnership Compact and the Education Sector Strategic Plan (2022-2026). The program’s key objective is to increase enrolment and retention of vulnerable girls in schools by constructing new educational facilities and addressing supply and demand barriers in education.

In line with Outcome 1 of the GEA program, the project seeks to construct 20 new schools in underserved areas with a high concentration of out-of-school girls and limited or no existing education services. These schools will contribute to enrolling and retaining an additional 15,600 vulnerable girls in the education system. To achieve this, the Ministry of Education, Culture and Higher Education is inviting interested and qualified bidders to submit their bid documents to participate in the tendering process for the construction of 20 Girls schools across All States.

Therefore, the Ministry of Education, Culture and Higher Education (MoECHE) invites sealed bids from eligible and qualified contractors for the provision of construction services for the Galmudug Girls Schools in Adado Galkayo and Guriel, Somalia. The scope of work is detailed in the Bill of Quantities and designs annexed to this solicitation document.

The tender is open to eligible suppliers who are registered and operational in both the Federal Government of Somalia and Galmudug State. 

Eligible and interested suppliers can access the Tender from the below link in the table for download

How to apply

• Bids can be submitted through Electronic Submission via Protected Portal link provided
• Submit your response in accordance with the guidance provided in the below document:
• Bidders are encouraged to apply via Portal link provided. Please download the tender document through the provided link above.
• Bids for the Construction of Galmudug Girls Schools in In Adado Galkayo and Guriel, Somalia with your Applied Reference Number, should be Uploaded to the Portal Platform
• Note – this is a sealed tender portal platform   which will not be opened until the tender has closed.
• All attached documents should be clearly labelled so it is clear to understand what each file relates to.

Your bid must be received no later than May 22, 2025

Job description

Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in UNDSS Integrated Security Workforce, Mogadishu Somalia. The Field Security Assistant reports to the Deputy Chief Security Officer for Administration through Chief Security Special Investigation Unit.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Field Security Assistant will be responsible for the following duties: 1. Provides general administrative support services in order to assist the Security Officers fulfill their duties vis-a-vis staff members and their dependents. 2. Assists with data consolidation and dissemination of relevant security information required for the analysis of the security situation by the Chief Security Officer (CSO), Deputy Chief Security Officer (DCSO) and Security Officers. 3. Assists the Security Officers in the Security Operations Branch with the preparation of any security related documents including Security Plans, MORSS, MOSS, regular reports and any other reports related to the security section activities as well as providing the Operations Branch units with administrative assistance. 4. Drafts correspondence and maintains records for the Security Training Courses delivered to security and field mission's personnel. 5. Provides support during the implementation of the Security Plan under the directions of the Chief Security Officer. 6. Assists in reviewing the logistics requirements and other related actions required for the preparation of training courses, drills and other security exercises. 7. Monitors and facilitates the implementation of security policies and procedures in close coordination with the security operation unit's supervisors and others. 8. Provides support in organizing and conducting security awareness and preparedness activities, and provides security orientation to newly assigned staff members, as well as conducting security briefings, as required. 9. Assists with the preparation of the Induction Training courses, related presentations and documents. 10. Supports the investigation of accidents involving UN vehicles and prepares report of findings. 11. Supports the investigation of security-related incidents involving UN staff members, project personnel or eligible dependent. 12. When and if required, prepares security presentations for the CSO and the Security Officers in other units.

Skills and qualifications

Competencies

Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements; Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations; Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be "clients " and seeks to see things from clients' point of view; Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; Identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client. Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience; Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Job - Specific Qualification

A Valid driver's license is required. Certificates in advance driving / armored vehicle driving and specialized security training/courses are desirable.

Work Experience

A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in Security or related areas such as Police and Military experience is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to one (1) for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher. Experience in investigations is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in English and Somali (both oral and written) is required.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

How to apply

Special Notice

• This position is temporarily available through 31 December 2025. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a Temporary Assignment. For external candidates, the selection will be administered as a Temporary Appointment. • While this Temporary Assignment/Appointment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post. • Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station. This temporary job opening may be limited to "internal candidates," who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15. •This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. A staff member subject to local recruitment shall not be eligible for the allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment. The candidate is responsible for any travel expenses incurred in order to take-up the appointment. • All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. • Interested applicants who are working with UN Contractors must fulfill the obligations of their contracts with the UN Contractors in order to be eligible to apply for this vacancy. • When completing the Candidate Profile form, ensure ALL fields, ALL professional experience and contact information are completed and up-to-date. This information is the basis for the hiring manager to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position and to contact. • Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply. Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation. • Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as "retirement." Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service. • The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

Job postings

GALMUDUG STATE

MINISTRY OF LIVESTOCK, FOREST AND RANGE  

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI)

Country:      Federal Government of Somalia

Project ID:  P177816

Name of the Project: Somalia Food Systems Resilience Project (S-FSRP)

Consultant Service:  Rangeland Management Specialist

Individual/Firm:       Individual

Duty Station: Dhusamareb City, Galmudug state

Deadline for submission:   17th May 2025

Ref No.  SO-MOAI-GM-468532-CS-INDV

1.     Bacground

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.

The Government of Somalia is establishing a core multi-sectoral state Project Coordination Unit (SPCU) supervised by the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation. The role of the SPCU is to support the management, coordination, implementation and monitoring, and evaluation of project activities. The SPCU will be staffed with the following positions: - State Project Coordinator, Finance Management Specialist, Procurement Specialist, Project Internal Auditor, Safeguards Specialists, M&E Specialist, and other technical Agricultural and Livestock specialists.

2. Scope of Work and Responsibilities

Reporting to  both director General of the MOLFR state Project Coordinator (SPC), the state Rangeland Management Specialist will be responsible for designing, implementing, and monitoring sustainable rangeland management strategies that enhance pasture productivity, restore degraded ecosystems, and ensure long-term resilience for pastoralist communities.

More generally, the State Range Management Specialist (SRMS) will ensure that Rangeland management and impacts are monitored and mitigated and that Rangeland management major rangeland-related challenges are implemented on time.

3. The proposed duration for the assignment is twelve (12) calendar months from the start date.env

Skills and qualifications

Selection Criteria 

This senior management position requires a results-oriented professional committed to community-driven approaches for empowering communities and producer organizations through range management and advisory services to realize their development goals. The eligible candidate should be a good team player with the following qualifications: -

·         Minimum Bachelor Degree in rangeland management, Forestry, or any equivalent education background. or any other related agricultural or social sciences from a recognized university.

·         5 years of hands-on experience in community-driven development (CDD) of livestock and rural development projects in Somalia or other similar countries.

·         Knowledge of climate-smart agricultural practices and their application to rangeland management

·         Having worked in livestock/agriculture-related farmer organizations in World Bank-funded programs will be an added advantage.

·         Technical experience in designing and implementing pasture preservation, production, and reseeding technologies.

·          Practical experience regarding rehabilitation of degraded rangelands.

·         Strong project management skills, including the ability to plan, implement, and evaluate rangeland management interventions

·          Very good knowledge of innovative rainwater harvesting techniques, groundwater management, etc

·         Technical and analytical skills for various rangeland management intervention

·         Knowledge of local and regional rangeland ecosystems, including plant species identification and ecological processes specific to Somalia or similar arid/semi-arid environments

·         Good understanding of national agricultural policies, strategies, and regulatory framework for Somalia's various inputs and commodities.

·           Proven capacity for relevant intellectual and operational leadership in development work, particularly for community-based development.

·         Membership in a relevant professional body is an added advantage.

4.   The Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation at Galmudug State 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 copy of their accedemic certificates. 

5. 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. 

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

How to apply

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.

8. Deadline for submission: 17th May 2025

Attention:

FSRP Project

Ministry of livestock, Forest and Range -Galmudug State

Dhusamareed District of Galmudg, Somalia

Email Address: 

Procurement@fsrp.gm.so

hr.sfsrpgalmudug@gmail.com

Job postings

GALMUDUG STATE OF SOMALIA 

MINISTRY OF LIVESTOCK, FOREST AND RANGE

SOMALIA FOOD SYSTEMS RESILIENCE PROJECT

(S-FSRP)

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI)

Individual Consultant Selection

Country:      Federal Government of Somalia

Project ID:  P177816

Name of the Project: Somalia Food Systems Resilience Project (S-FSRP)

Consultant Service:  Livestock Specialist

Duty Station: Dhusamareb City, Galmudug state

Deadline Date:   17th May 2025

Ref No. SO-MOAI-GM-468531-CS-INDV

1.      BACGROUND 

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.

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. These data must be updated to help management make informed decisions and know how the project is progressing on financial utilization and development objectives.

2.      Scope of Work and Responsibility

The Livestock Specialist will be a full-time contracted staff member assigned to the Ministry of Livestock, Forest, and Range (MOLFR) of Galmudug State. Reporting to the Director General of MOLFR and the State Project Coordinator (SPC), the livestock specialist will provide technical expertise, policy guidance, and capacity-building support to enhance livestock productivity, health, and value chains.

Key responsibilities of the Livestock Specialist include conducting livestock health assessments, feed availability, and breeding practices; developing and implementing disease prevention and control strategies, including vaccination campaigns; and ensuring the timely monitoring and mitigation of livestock diseases and their impacts.

The specialist will also lead efforts to enhance climate-smart livestock management through the promotion of drought-resistant fodder production, improved rangeland management, and breed diversification.

In addition, the specialist will provide training to veterinarians, community animal health workers (CAHWs), extension officers, and pastoralists on disease recognition, feed storage, and herd management. A strong emphasis will be placed on gender-sensitive approaches that recognize and support women’s roles in livestock management and decision-making. The specialist will also facilitate value chain development, including improving market linkages, strengthening processing facilities, and ensuring export certification compliance.

The specialist will work closely with community leaders, pastoralist groups, and stakeholders to ensure gender-sensitive and culturally appropriate interventions.

Skills and qualifications

1.    Selection Criteria

·         Minimum Bachelor degree in Veterinary medicine, animal production, animal science, or a relevant field.

·         A master’s degree in a relevant field is an added advantage.

·         Minimum of 5 years of experience in animal health, feed/fodder production management, and experience working with pastoral and Agro-pastoral communities.

·         Experience working with livestock-based livelihoods in Somalia, preferably in Galmudug State.

·         Experience working with MoLFR is preferred.

·         Demonstrated experience in capacity building, including training pastoralists and farmers in improved livestock practices.

·         Experience in project implementation within donor-funded programs, preferably World Bank-funded projects.

·         Strong knowledge of livestock production systems, disease surveillance, and veterinary service delivery.

·         Familiarity with climate-smart livestock practices and drought resilience strategies.

·         Ability to assess livestock market dynamics and promote value chain development.

·         Experience in rangeland management and sustainable fodder production.

·         Expertise in livestock value chain development, including improving market linkages and strengthening processing facilities

·         Experience in engaging with pastoral communities, cooperatives, and local associations.

·         Experience in conducting livestock health assessments, evaluating feed availability, and improving breeding practices

·         Strong report-writing and documentation skills, including the ability to draft technical reports, guidelines, and policy briefs.

·         Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including government officials, community leaders, and international organizations

·         Willingness to travel to remote rural areas and conduct field assessments.

·         Understanding of pastoral and agro-pastoral production systems specific to Somalia and the Horn of Africa region

·         Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address livestock-related challenges.

·         Fluency in English and Somali (both written and spoken) is required. 

2.       Reporting

The Livestock Specialist will report directly to the Director General of the Ministry of Livestock, Forest, and Range (MOLFR) of Galmudug State and the State Project Coordinator (SPC). The Livestock Specialist will be responsible for providing regular updates on livestock-related project activities, progress, challenges, and technical recommendations related to livestock management and development. Reporting will include monthly progress reports, technical field reports, and immediate updates on any critical issues affecting project implementation.

Timing Duration of Assignment: The duration of this assignment is 12 months, with the possibility of renewal based on the consultant’s performance and the availability of funding.

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 must provide the following (i) Curriculum Vitae (CV) with 3 reference persons; (ii) copies of certificates of academic qualifications and (iii) cover letter indicating that they are qualified to perform the services.

1.      SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

 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.

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

 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.

Deadline: Expressions of interest and CV must be delivered to the address below by hand, or email on or before 17th May 2025, at 16:00 hours

Attention:

Ministry of livestock, Forest and Range

FSRP Project

Galmudug State

Dhusamareb  city

Email Address:  

Procurement@fsrp.gm.so

 hr,molfr.gss@gmail.com

Job postings

Jamhuuriyadda Somaliland
Dawladda Hoose ee Degmada Berbera
Republic of Somaliland/Municipality of Berbera
Xafiiska Maamulka Shaqaalaha D/hoose ee D/Berbera

REF: XMDH/DB/XSH/1415/2025
Saturday, May 3, 2025

Ku: Cidii Danaynaysa
Ujeedo: Baahin Fursad Shaqo
Booska: Farsamayaqaan Dabka Gaadiidka

Dawladda hoose ee degmada Berbera waxay baahinaysaa fursad shaqo oo ah farsama yaqaan dabka gaadiidka kana banaan qaybta gaadiidka gaar ahaan faraca farsamada.

Sidaa daraadeed cidii danaynaysa in ay ka fa’iidaystaan fursadaas shaqo, waxa lagu wargelinayaa inay ku soo hagaajiyaan arajidooda iyo dhammaan shuruudaha looga baahan yahay xafiiska maamulka shaqaalaha ee dawlada hoose ee degmada Berbera.

Skills and qualifications

Shuruudaha looga baahan yahay Codsadaha

• Inuu xalin karo ciladaha dabka ee gaadiidka waaweyn iyo gaadiidka yaryar
• Inuu yahay muwaadin Somalilander ah haystana kaadhka dhalashada Somaliland.
• Inuu soo gudbiyo warqada caafimaadka oo cadaynaysa inuu maskax ahaan iyo jidh ahaanba u caafimaad qabo iyo sidoo kale in uu ka caafimaad qabo dhammaan cudurada faafa.

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

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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 13th/05/2025 at 4:00 pm and any tender or documents

received later than 13th/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.

Tender description

Galmudug State of Somalia

Ministry of Education Culture & Higher Education

Amendment No. 1

REQUEST FOR BIDS

RFB No:SO-SO-MOECHE-GS-477670-CW-RFB

Project: Somalia Education for Human Capital Development Project (SEHCD)

Project ID: P172434

Grant No.: IDA-D8370

Contract title: Construction of New Schools in Dhuusamareeb and Hobyo -Galmudug (5 lots)

Client: Ministry of Education Culture & Higher Education

Country: Somalia

Issued on: 28-April-2025

To: All Interested bidders 

Amendment No.1 of RFB Section III - Evaluation and Qualification Criteria and Section IV – Bidding Forms RFB No.:  SO-SO-MOECHE-GS-477670-CW-RFB

1. The client, Ministry of Education Culture & Higher Education, has revised the Request for Bids Document in the FIN form provided dates, and PER is revised to only two key personnel
2. The Project hereby issues an amendment to the referenced clauses in the Request for Bids that have been listed in the table below:  

Annexure – 1

Form PER -1

Key Personnel

Schedule

Bidders should provide the names and details of the suitably qualified Key Personnel to perform the Contract. The data on their experience should be supplied using the Form PER-2 below for each candidate. 

Attachments

Drawing BoQ ESMP Galmudug.zip RFB-Construction_of_new_schools_in_Galmudug__Lumpsum Updated.docx Specific-Procurement-Notice-for-construction-of-new schools in Galmudug (1).doc Amendment_1 to RFB_ Galmudug.docx

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How to apply

Amendment: Request for Bids for Construction of New Schools in Dhuusamareeb and Hobyo – Galmudug (5 lots)

Tender description

Hirshabelle State of Somalia

Ministry of Education Culture & Higher Education

Amendment No. 1

REQUEST FOR BIDS

RFB No: SO-MOECHE-HS-477623-CW-RFB

Project: Somalia Education for Human Capital Development Project (SEHCD)

Project ID: P172434

Grant No.: IDA-D8370

Contract title: Construction of New Schools in Buulobarde and Cadale -Hirshabelle (4 lots)

Client: Ministry of Education Culture & Higher Education

Country: Somalia

Issued on: 28-April-2025

To: All Interested bidders 

Amendment No.1 of RFB Section III - Evaluation and Qualification Criteria and Section IV – Bidding Forms RFB No.:  SO-MOECHE-HS-477623-CW-RFB

1. The client, Ministry of Education Culture & Higher Education, has revised the Request for Bids Document in the FIN form provided dates, and PER is revised to only two key personnel
2. The Project hereby issues amendment to the referenced clauses in the Request for Bids that have been listed in the table below:

Annexure – 1

Form PER -1

Key Personnel

Schedule

Bidders should provide the names and details of the suitably qualified Key Personnel to perform the Contract. The data on their experience should be supplied using the Form PER-2 below for each candidate. 

Key Personnel

Attachments

RFB-Construction_of_new_school_in_Hirshabelle__Lumpsum.docx Specific-Procurement-Notice-for-construction-of-new schools in Hirshabelle.doc Drawing BoQ ESMP Hirshabelle.zip Amendment_1 to RFB_ Hirshabelle.docx

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How to apply

Amendment: Request for Bids for Construction of New Schools in Buulobarde and Cadale – Hirshabelle (4 lots)

Tender description

Jubbaland State of Somalia

Ministry of Education Culture & Higher Learning

Amendment No. 1

REQUEST FOR BIDS

RFB No:SO-MOECHL-JS-477653-CW-RFB

Project: Somalia Education for Human Capital Development Project (SEHCD)

Project ID: P172434

Grant No.: IDA-D8370

Contract title: Construction of New Schools in Baardheere and Afmadow –Jubbaland (4lots)

Client: Ministry of Education Culture & Higher Learning

Country: Somalia

Issued on: 28-April-2025

To: All Interested bidders 

Amendment No.1 of RFB Section III - Evaluation and Qualification Criteria and Section IV – Bidding Forms RFB No.:  SO-MOECHL-JS-477653-CW-RFB

1. The client, Ministry of Education Culture & Higher Learning, has revised the Request for Bids Document in the FIN form provided dates, and PER is revised to only two key personnel
2. The Project hereby issues amendment to the referenced clauses in the Request for Bids that have been listed in the table below:

Annexure – 1

Form PER -1

Key Personnel

Schedule

Bidders should provide the names and details of the suitably qualified Key Personnel to perform the Contract. The data on their experience should be supplied using the Form PER-2 below for each candidate. 

Attachments

RFB-Construction_of_new_school_in_Jubbaland__Lumpsum_JUBBALAND.docx Specific-Procurement-Notice-for-construction-of-new schools in Jubbaland.doc Amendment_1 to RFB_ Jubbaland.docx

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How to apply

Amendment : Request for Bids for : Construction of New Schools in Baardheere and Afmadow – Jubbaland (4 lots)

Job postings

1.  Background: The Federal Republic of Somalia has received World Bank funding for the SCALED-UP project, which aims to improve access to digital financial and government services, focusing on entrepreneurship and women's employment. A portion of the funds will support consultancy services for regulatory and policy development. The Central Bank of Somalia (CBS) seeks to strengthen its regulatory oversight by developing a modern, comprehensive framework to address current gaps and align with international standards. This effort is part of a broader financial sector reform to enhance stability, transparency, efficiency, and compliance.

2.  Responsibilities: The consultancy aims to assist the Central Bank of Somalia (CBS) in drafting new, context-specific financial regulations aligned with international standards, promote sustainable economic growth through a balanced regulatory framework that fosters inclusion, stability, and innovation; and build the capacity of CBS staff through training and knowledge transfer for effective regulation implementation and oversight. All other specific tasks detailed in the Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be found at the following website link:

https://mof.gov.so/publications/tor-regulatory-and-policy-development-consultancy-cbs

3.  Duration: The firm is expected to complete the proposed assignment within 6 Months.

Skills and qualifications

3.  The Ministry of Finance invites eligible consulting firms (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services (brochures, description of

similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, availability of appropriate skills among staff, etc.).

The shortlisting criteria are as follows:

I.            Core business of the firm: Extensive experience with a minimum of 8 years in business (General experience in developing and drafting financial sector laws, regulations, and guidelines.)

II.            Specific experience in successfully implementing similar assignments. A Successful track record of completion of similar projects (At least two similar from Regulatory authorities linked to implementing legal drafting and legal review). The Consultant shall provide the name and contact address of the Client (office and e-mail address and telephone number), date(s) of execution, name (s) of lead and associate firms, contract amount, and financing sources.

III.            Experience of relevant services in an environment similar to that of Somalia and

IV.       Technical and managerial organization of the firm (provide only the structure of the organization). Do not provide CVs of key staff. Key experts will not be evaluated at the shortlisting stage.

5.      The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to section III, para 3.14,3.16 & 3.17 of the World

Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers: Procurement in Investment Projects Financing Goods, Works, Non-Consulting and Consulting Services dated in February 2025 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.

6.    Consultants may associate with other firms to enhance their qualifications but should indicate clearly whether the association is in the form of a joint venture and/or a sub-consultancy. In the case of a joint venture, all the partners in the joint venture shall be jointly and severally liable for the entire contract, if selected

7.    A Consultant will be selected under the Consultant Qualification Selection (CQS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations.

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How to apply

5.    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 on public holidays.

6.    Deadline for submission: Expressions of interest should be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by e-mail) by 17th May 2025 4:00pm

Attention; Project Coordinator

SCALED-UP Project

Ministry of Finance

Federal Government of Somalia

Shangani District, Mogadishu, Somalia

Email Address: bid.scaledup@piu.mof.gov.so

Cc:  Procurement@centralbank.gov.so

Apply on bid.scaledup@piu.mof.gov.so

Tender description

Undertake study to determine the impact of school feeding programs currently active in 25 primary schools within Somaliland's Tog-dheer, Marodi-Jeex, and Sanaag regions, focusing on their influence on pupil enrollment, retention, and scholastic performance.

prf number [som01-0000037796]

rfp issue date: [april30th, 2025]

proposal submission deadline: [may 6TH, 2025]

CARE USA

151 Ellis Street NE

Atlanta, GA 30303-2440

Confidential Document

Prepared by

CARE ®

Table of Contents

1.           ABOUT CARE...................................................................................................................... 2

2.           GENERAL CONDITIONS and CLAUSES.......................................................................... 2

2.1.               CARE’s GENERAL CONDITIONS..................................................................................... 2

2.2.           CONFIDENTIALITY/ NON-DISCLOSURE......................................................................... 3

2.3.           PUBLICITY........................................................................................................................... 3

2.4.           LIABILITY............................................................................................................................. 3

2.5.           FORCE MAJEURE.............................................................................................................. 3

2.6.           ERRORS AND OMISSIONS............................................................................................... 4

2.7.           OWNERSHIP OF WORK.................................................................................................... 4

2.8.           CONFLICT OF INTEREST.................................................................................................. 4

3.           COMPANY PROFILE & BIDDER’S DECLARATION......................................................... 5

3.1.           COMPANY PROFILE.......................................................................................................... 5

3.2.           BIDDER’S DECLARATION................................................................................................. 6

4.           CONDITIONS AND GUIDELINES FOR SUBMISSION OF PROPOSAL......................... 7

4.1.           PROPOSOSAL GUIDELINES............................................................................................ 7

4.2.           PROJECT PURPOSE AND DESCRIPTION...................................................................... 7

4.3.           PROJECT OVERVIEW....................................................................................................... 8

4.4.           PROJECT REQUIREMENTS............................................................................................. 9

4.5.           PROJECT TIMELINE........................................................................................................ 11

4.6.           EVALUATION CRITERIA.................................................................................................. 11

1. ABOUT CARE At CARE, we seek a world of hope, inclusion, and social justice, where poverty has been overcome, and people live with dignity and security. This has been our vision since 1945, when we were founded to send lifesaving CARE Packages® to survivors of World War II. Today, CARE is a leader in the global movement to end poverty. We put women and girls in the center because we know we cannot overcome poverty until all people have equal rights and opportunities. In 2019, CARE worked in 100 countries and reached 70 million people with an incredible range of life-saving programs. To know more about CARE, visit: https://www.care.org/our-work/ 
2. GENERAL CONDITIONS and CLAUSES
3. CARE’s GENERAL CONDITIONS

The enclosed document is not an offer to contract, but a solicitation of a vendor’s proposed intent.  Acceptance of a proposal in no way commits CARE to award a contract for any or all products and services to any vendor. 

CARE reserves the right to make the following decisions and actions based on its business interests and for reasons known only to CARE:

• To determine whether the information provided does or does not substantially comply with the requirements of the RFP.
• To contact any bidder after proposal submittal for clarification of any information provided.
• To waive any or all formalities of bidding
• To accept or reject a proposal in whole or part without justification to the bidder.
• To not accept the lowest bid
• To negotiate with one or more bidders in respect to any aspect of the submitted proposal.
• To award another type of contract other than that described herein, or to award no contract.
• To enter into a contract or agreement for purchase with parties not responding to this RFP
• To request, at its sole discretion, selected Vendors to provide a more detailed presentation of the proposal.
• To not share the results of the bids with other bidders and to award contracts based on whatever is in the best interest of CARE.

Any material statements made orally or in writing in response to this RFP or in response to requests for additional information will be considered offers to contract and should be included by the vendor in any final contract.

1. CONFIDENTIALITY/ NON-DISCLOSURE

All information gained by any vendor concerning CARE work practices is not to be disclosed to anyone outside those responsible for the preparation of this proposal.  Any discussion by the vendor of CARE’s business practices could be a reason for disqualification.  CARE, at their discretion, reserves the right to request a non-disclosure agreement.

Reciprocally, CARE commits that information received in response to this RFP will be held in strict confidence and not disclosed to any party, other than those people directly responsible for the evaluation of the responses, without the express consent of the responding vendor. 

Finally, the information contained within this RFP is confidential and is not to be disclosed or used for any other purpose by the vendor.

1. PUBLICITY

Any publicity referring to this project, whether in the form of press releases, brochures, or photographic coverage will not be permitted without prior written approval from CARE.

1. LIABILITY

The selected vendor(s) will be required to show proof of adequate insurance at such a time as CARE is prepared to procure the services.  The participating vendor will also be required to indemnify and hold harmless CARE for, among other things, any third-party claims arising from the selected vendor’s acts or omissions and will be liable for any damage caused by its employees, agents or subcontractors. 

1. FORCE MAJEURE
2. Neither Party shall be responsible for a performance that is delayed, hindered, or is rendered inadvisable, commercially impracticable, illegal, or impossible by a “Force Majeure Event.” A Force Majeure event includes, without limitation, an act of nature, a pandemic, emergency, civil unrest, or disorder, actual or threatened terrorism, war, fire, governmental action or interference of any kind, power or utility failures, strikes or other labor disturbances, a health warning issued by the Center for Disease Control (or similar agency), any other civil or governmental emergency and/or any other similar event beyond a Party’s reasonable control. 
3. The Party that seeks to invoke this Force Majeure provision (the “Affected Party”) shall provide the other Party (the “Unaffected Party”) with a written notice within ten (10) days of the date the Affected Party determines a Force Majeure Event has occurred. 
4. ERRORS AND OMISSIONS

CARE expects the vendor will provide all labor, coordination, support, and resources required based on the vendor’s proposal and corresponding final SOW.  No additional compensation will be available to the vendor for any error or omission from the proposal made to CARE.  The only exclusions are add-ons, deletions, and/or optional services for which the vendor has received written authorization from CARE.

1. OWNERSHIP OF WORK

All work created during this evaluation must be original work, and no third party should hold any rights in or to the work.  All rights, title and interest in the work shall be vested in CARE.

1. CONFLICT OF INTEREST

CARE encourages every prospective Supplier to avoid and prevent conflicts of interest, by disclosing to CARE if you, or any of your affiliates or personnel, were involved in the preparation of the requirements, design, specifications, cost estimates, and other information used in this RFP.

1. COMPANY PROFILE & BIDDER’S DECLARATION

Bidders are requested to complete this form, including the Company Profile and Bidder’s Declaration, sign it and return it as part of your proposal. No alterations to its format shall be permitted and no substitutions shall be accepted.

Attachments

RFP under take study of impact school feeding programt.docx

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How to apply

1. PROPOSOSAL GUIDELINES

This Request for Proposal represents the requirements for an open and competitive process. 

All vendors must provide written notification via email to som.consultant@care.org  of their intent to participate, or not to participate in the bidding process on May 6th, 2025

Proposals will be accepted until May 6th, 2025, and deliver to som.consultant@care.org, no later than the above specified date. 

Any proposals received after this date and time will not be accepted.  All proposals must be signed by an official agent or representative of the company submitting the proposal.

If the organization submitting a proposal must outsource or contract any work to meet the requirements contained herein, this must be clearly stated in the proposal.  Additionally, all costs included in the proposals must be all-inclusive to include any outsourced or contracted work.  Any proposals which call for outsourcing or contracting work must include the name and description of the organizations being contracted. 

All costs must be itemized to include an explanation of all fees and costs. 

Contract terms and conditions will be negotiated upon selection of the winning candidate for this RFP.  All contractual terms and conditions will be subject to review by the CARE legal department, and will include scope, budget, schedule, and other necessary items pertaining to the project.

You must respond to every subsection including statement, question, and/or instruction without exception.

Any verbal information obtained from, or statements made by representatives of CARE shall not be construed as in any way amending this RFP.  Only such corrections or addenda as are issued in writing by CARE to all RFP participants shall be official.  CARE will not be responsible for verbal instructions.

Job postings

FEDERAL GOVERNMENT OF SOMALIA

MINISTRY OF FINANCE

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI)

Country: Federal Government of Somalia (FGS)

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

Assignment Title: Legal Advisor (Individual Consultant)

Project ID: P168115

Individual/Firm: Individual Selection

Deadline for submission of EOI: 7th May 2025 4:00PM

Ref No. SO-MOF-482227-CS-INDV

1.    Background: The Federal Government of Somalia has recently enacted the Somali Data Protection Law (DPL) 2023, mandating the establishment of the Somali Data Protection Authority (DPA). The DPA will serve as the primary federal institution responsible for the implementation, enforcement, and oversight of the DPL, ensuring compliance and developing national regulations on data protection and privacy.

The DPA is currently a key beneficiary of a World Bank-financed investment operation, the Somalia Capacity Advancement, Livelihoods and Entrepreneurship through Digital Uplift Project (SCALED-UP). The Project, inter alia, seeks to strengthen FGS’s capacity to support wider access to digitally enabled services and ensure that the enabling legal frameworks are in place to support said scale up in digital services. DPA intends to use part of the proceeds to hire an Embedded Legal Advisor (Individual Consultant).

2.  Responsibilities: The role encompasses Legal Advisory, Policy and Framework Development, Capacity Building, Stakeholder Engagement, and Monitoring and Compliance; Under Legal Advisory, the individual will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and updating data protection regulations and policies to align with international best practices. This includes identifying key legal gaps, recommending improvements, and providing legal opinions on issues such as data

privacy, cybersecurity, and AI governance; The role also requires ensuring that all internal rules, procedures, and regulations are consistent with Somalia’s Data Protection Act and related legislation; In the area of Policy and Framework Development, the focus is on creating and implementing legal structures to enhance data protection and cybersecurity. This includes drafting ethical and legal guidelines for the use of Artificial Intelligence and working collaboratively with various stakeholders to address emerging data governance challenges; Capacity Building involves organizing and leading training sessions on data protection laws and international best practices for both staff and stakeholders. It also includes developing tools, resources, internal notes, and presentation materials to raise awareness about cybersecurity and AI-related risks.

The Consultant will be based in Mogadishu, Somalia. All other specific tasks detailed in the Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be found at the following website: https://mof.gov.so/publications/rms-reference-terms-reference-legal-advisor-dpa

3.  Duration: The proposed duration for the assignment is for Seven (7) Months. 3 Three Months trial period from start date.

Skills and qualifications

3.   Selection Criteria: The selection shall be based on qualification, experience and skills of the candidate and followed by an interview. To support its mission of promoting transparency, accountability, and public awareness regarding data privacy rights and obligations, the DPA seeks to engage a qualified Legal Advisor. The Legal Advisor should possess a combination of relevant education, experience, and skills. The following qualifications are required:

Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) is mandatory and Master’s degree in Law, Cybersecurity, or related fields is a must.

Minimum of 10 years of experience in legal data protection and privacy, advisory roles, including with a strong track record of providing legal and policy formulation advisory support to governments and governance.

Proven expertise in data protection, cybersecurity laws, and legal aspects of Artificial Intelligence.

Experience working with government agencies, international organizations, or private entities on data governance.

Demonstrated experience in supporting organizational development in public sector settings with strong understanding of and experience in building institutional capacities related to data governance.

Privacy certifications from recognized international organizations are a plus. In-depth knowledge of international and regional data protection laws (e.g., GDPR, AU Convention on Cybersecurity). Familiarity with international best practices such as the EU GDPR, Convention 108+ and data protection legislations in other African countries is an added advantage

Experience in developing and implementing data governance frameworks and privacy strategies, with strong knowledge of relevant laws, regulations Proficiency in drafting legal frameworks, policies, and agreements.

Strong understanding of cybersecurity and AI ethics (ideally in developing country context).

Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills coupled with an ability to quickly synthesize, analyze, and effectively present legal materials to high-level technical and non-technical audiences.

Experience working with a variety of legal and non-legal stakeholders, including government officials, policymakers, regulators, consultants, and academics. Excellent research, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

ICT proficiency, including legal research tools and office software. Familiarity with cybersecurity tools and technologies is an added advantage

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

6. Attention of interested Consultants is drawn to section III, para 3.14,3.16 & 3.17 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers: Procurement in Investment Projects Financing Goods, Works, Non -Consulting and Consulting Services dated in September 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.

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

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How to apply

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

9. Deadline for submission: Expressions of interest should be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by e-mail) by 7th May 2025 4:00PM Somalia Time

Attention

Project Coordinator, SCALED-UP Project,

Ministry of Finance, Federal Government of Somalia, Shangani District, Mogadishu, Somalia Email Address: bid.scaledup@piu.mof.gov.so