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Page 1 / 1Hire a Project Manager
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI) COUNTRY: Republic of South Sudan PROJECT: Building Institutional Foundations for an Effective Public Service Project (BIFEPS) PROJECT ID: P500500 GRANT No: IDA-E3270 CONSULTING SERVICES: Project Manager DUTY STATION: MoPSHRD Project Building, Juba- South Sudan Ref No: SS-MPSHRD-530958-CS-INDV 1. The Government of South Sudan (GoSS), through the Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development (MoPSHRD) has received a grant of US$15 million towards the implementation the “q”. Approved by the World Bank (WB) Board of Directors on September 3, 2024, BIFEPS is in the process of achieving the effectiveness conditions in readiness for implementation. The project development objective is to “strengthen institutional and human resource capabilities in selected sectors”. The project is structured around four main components: (i) Strengthening policies, procedures, and systems for civil service management (ii) Institutional development to create sustainable public sector capacity s; (iii) Incentivizing the effective implementation of selected sector reforms; and (iv) Change Management and Project Coordination 2. The main objective of the consultancy is to execute all project management responsibilities of the project in full adherence and compliance with the financing agreement and the Project Operations Manual (POM). The consultant will also oversee implementation of activities throughout the project life cycle and maintain a professional, effective working relationship with the BIFEPS Program Coordinator representing the GoSS; and all the other project staff and technical assistance 3. Responsibilities: The Consultant is required to do everything necessary to technically execute project management and coordination, Spearheading Public Service Management reform dialogue. Under the direct supervision of the Program Coordinator and overall supervision of Undersecretary, manage the PMU staff and consultants, oversee the Annual Work planning and budgeting process, Monitoring and reporting. He/she provide technical guidance to ensure compliance and adhering to the general procedures and guidelines of the World Bank (WB) in order to ensure quality output of program interventions and all other tasks detailed in the Terms of Reference (TOR) that will be provided upon submission of application (in person or by E-mail). Government officials or civil servants will not be considered unless: (i) they are on leave of absence without pay or have resigned or retired six months prior to the date of the advert; and (ii) their employment will not create Conflict of interest. 4. Duration: The assignment period is expected to take 12 months from the date of contract commencement. 5. Selection Criteria: The selection shall be based on qualification, experience and skills of the candidate and followed by an interview. The qualification, experience and skills should include: A Bachelor’s Degree in Project Management, International Development, Economics, or other related Social Sciences, with a minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience in Project Management, International Development, economics, or related social sciences, or other relevant discipline. A Master’s degree will be desirable; At least 8 years’ direct experience working with or within civil service with at least 5 years of which have been acquired managing public sector reform projects as a team leader; Demonstrated knowledge and experience in core public service management areas such as civil service policy reform, public administration, change management, required; Experience working on civil service reform programmes in South Sudan or other conflict-affected countries in East Africa is an advantage. Experience working on projects financed by international organizations such as the World Bank, African Development Bank, etc., is an advantage; Strong management skills including ability to provide strategic guidance, technical oversight, mentor staff, develop work plans and manage budgets and project expenditures. Good interpersonal skills with experience in networking with partners at all levels (ministries, donors, private sector, NGOs and local community-based organizations); Experience working with international and donor organizations in the implementation of complex projects supported by multiple stakeholders; Demonstrated written, analytical, presentation, reporting and computing skills and familiarity with modern communication systems (internet, worldwide web, email etc.); Strong analytical skills, oral and written communication; Substantial experience in leading teams of national and international experts; Excellent working knowledge of English language, both writing and speaking. 6. The MoPS&HRD now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the Services. 7. The attention of interested consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank’s ‘Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers’ July 2016 revised November 2017, August 2018 and November 2020 [Procurement in investment Project Financing; Goods, Works, Non-Consulting and Consulting Services], setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. 8. A consultant will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the World Bank’s ‘Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers’ July 2016 revised November 2017, August 2018 and November 2020 for selection of individual consultant. 9. Interested Consultants may obtain further information at the address given below from 9:00 to 16:00 Hrs. on working days (Monday through Friday.) 10. Deadline for submission: The Expression of interest (EOI) and the CV completed in the prescribed form must be delivered to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) by February 13, 2025, at 17:00 Hours (South Sudan Time) 11. Further details of this REOI are provided in the Terms of Reference (TOR), which may be obtained upon request in person or by e-mail to the address given below. Application through e-mail is highly encouraged. Attention: Program Coordinator (BIFEPS) Project Management Unit (PMU), Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development (MoPSHRD) Location: Ministries Complex Juba, Republic of South Sudan E-mail: [email protected] with a copy to [email protected]
Hire a consultant to conduct Actuarial studies on the financial position of the …
Request for Expression of Interest (REOI) COUNTRY: Republic of South Sudan PROJECT: Building Institutional Foundations for an Effective Public Service Project (BIFEPS) PROJECT ID: P500500 GRANT No: IDA-E3270 CONSULTING SERVICES: A Consultant to Conduct Actuarial Studies of the Financial Position of the Government of South Sudan Civil Service Pension Fund DUTY STATION: MoPSHRD Project Building, Juba- South Sudan Ref No: SS-MPSHRD-478036-CS-INDV The Government of South Sudan (GoSS), through the Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development (MoPSHRD) has received a grant of US$15 million towards the implementation the “q”. Approved by the World Bank (WB) Board of Directors on September 3, 2024, BIFEPS is in the process of achieving the effectiveness conditions in readiness for implementation. The project development objective is to “strengthen institutional and human resource capabilities in selected sectors”. The project is structured around four main components: (i) Strengthening policies, procedures, and systems for civil service management (ii) Institutional development to create sustainable public sector capacity s; (iii) Incentivizing the effective implementation of selected sector reforms; and (iv) Change Management and Project Coordination The main objective of the consultancy is to conduct a comprehensive actuarial study of the GoSS Civil Service Pension Fun. The Study will assess the current financial status, sustainability, and governance procedures of the fund, and provide recommendations for improvements to ensure long-term viability and effective management. Responsibilities: The Consultant is required to do everything necessary to conduct actuarial study on the financial position of the GoSS Civil Service Pension Fund to determine the past, current, and future service liability of the existing Civil Service Pension Fund and advise on the financial management of the pension fund; and assess the procedures for pension management at the Fund and make recommendations to inform revised procedures and regulations. He/she provide technical guidance to ensure compliance and adhering to the general procedures and guidelines of the World Bank (WB) in order to ensure quality output of program interventions and all other tasks detailed in the Terms of Reference (TOR) that will be provided upon submission of application (in person or by E-mail). Government officials or civil servants will not be considered unless: (i) they are on leave of absence without pay or have resigned or retired six months prior to the date of the advert; and (ii) their employment will not create Conflict of interest. Duration: The assignment period is expected to take 150 days from the date of contract commencement. Selection Criteria: The selection shall be based on qualification, experience and skills of the candidate and followed by an interview. The qualification, experience and skills should include: A minimum of a master’s degree in actuarial science, finance, economics or a related field; Qualified actuary (member of the Society of Actuaries, USA, or the Institute of Actuaries, UK, or any internationally recognized actuary body) will be an added advantage; A minimum of 7 years professional/demonstrated experience of carrying out actuarial valuations for pension schemes; Preference will be given to the actuaries having experience on pension schemes within the public sector/national pension schemes of the federal, states or provincial governments; Strong analytical skills and proficiency in actuarial modeling software; Excellent communication and presentation skills and Experience working in developing countries or similar contexts is an advantage. The MoPS&HRD now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the Services. The attention of interested consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank’s ‘Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers’ July 2016 revised November 2017, August 2018 and November 2020 [Procurement in investment Project Financing; Goods, Works, Non-Consulting and Consulting Services], setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. A consultant will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the World Bank’s ‘Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers’ July 2016 revised November 2017, August 2018 and November 2020 for selection of individual consultant. Interested Consultants may obtain further information at the address given below from 9:00 to 16:00 Hrs. on working days (Monday through Friday.) Deadline for submission: The Expression of interest (EOI) and the CV completed in the prescribed form must be delivered to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) by July 10, 2025, at 17:00 Hours (South Sudan Time) Further details of this REOI are provided in the Terms of Reference (TOR), which may be obtained upon request in person or by e-mail to the address given below. Application through e-mail is highly encouraged. Attention: Program Coordinator (BIFEPS) Project Management Unit (PMU), Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development Location: Ministries Complex Juba, Republic of South Sudan E-mail: [email protected]
Hire a Senior Legal Expert (2years)
Request for Expression of Interest (REOI) COUNTRY: Republic of South Sudan PROJECT: Building Institutional Foundations for an Effective Public Service Project (BIFEPS) PROJECT ID: P500500 GRANT No: IDA-E3270 CONSULTING SERVICES: Senior Legal Expert (1) DUTY STATION: MoPSHRD Project Building, Juba- South Sudan Ref No: SS-MPSHRD-493331-CS-INDV The Government of South Sudan (GoSS), through the Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development (MoPSHRD) has received a grant of US$15 million towards the implementation the “q”. Approved by the World Bank (WB) Board of Directors on September 3, 2024, BIFEPS is in the process of achieving the effectiveness conditions in readiness for implementation. The project development objective is to “strengthen institutional and human resource capabilities in selected sectors”. The project is structured around four main components: (i) Strengthening policies, procedures, and systems for civil service management (ii) Institutional development to create sustainable public sector capacity s; (iii) Incentivizing the effective implementation of selected sector reforms; and (iv) Change Management and Project Coordination The main objective of the consultancy is to provide expert legal guidance and support to the Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development and the project management unit in implementing civil service reforms. The consultant will focus on analyzing, revising, and proposing changes to existing legal and policy frameworks to ensure alignment with reform objectives. Additionally, the consultant will build the capacity of government legal staff to sustain and further develop these reforms Responsibilities: The Consultant is required to do everything necessary to deliver day-to-day outputs in strengthening the development and implementation of the Regulatory and institutional framework of policies and procedures. In addition to provide Legal and Legislative support but not limited to: Legal Analysis and Framework Revision; Capacity Building; Stakeholder Engagement; Legal and Regulatory frameworks Development and Implementation Support. He/she provide technical guidance to ensure compliance and adhering to the general procedures and guidelines of the World Bank (WB) in order to ensure quality output of program interventions and all other tasks detailed in the Terms of Reference (TOR) that will be provided upon submission of application (in person or by E-mail). Government officials or civil servants will not be considered unless: (i) they are on leave of absence without pay or have resigned or retired six months prior to the date of the advert; and (ii) their employment will not create Conflict of interest. Duration: The assignment period is expected to take 12 months from the date of contract commencement. Selection Criteria: The selection shall be based on qualification, experience and skills of the candidate and followed by an interview. The qualification, experience and skills should include: A Master’s degree (LL.M or equivalent) in Law, preferably with a specialization in [Public Law, Constitutional Law, Labour/ Employment Laws, International Law, Commercial Law, or related fields, must be a registered member with a relevant professional body; General experience: at least eight (8) years of progressively responsible legal experience; Specific experience: must have a minimum of five (5) years of proven experience in providing Legal services, drafting of legal frameworks Laws and documents on government or development reforms; Knowledge: Strong understanding of local laws and regulations, international law, and donor compliance requirements; Strong experience in legislative drafting, regulatory analysis, and legal advisory in a development context; Familiarity with international legal instruments, donor compliance frameworks, and sector-specific legal issues; Experience working with public institutions and understanding of Public service regulatory frameworks and donor procurement and fiduciary requirements; Familiarity with the legal environment of the project country and international best practices; Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills; Proficiency in legal research and document drafting; Work experience with government institutions and/or international donors, preferably in similar environments; Experience in building consensus, team leadership, and coordination of diverse agendas; Good interpersonal skills with experience in networking with partners at all levels (ministries, parliament, judiciary, donors, private sector, NGOs and civil society); Demonstrated written, analytical, presentation, reporting and computing skills and familiarity with modern communication systems (internet, worldwide web, email etc.); Experience working on projects financed by international organizations such as the World Bank, African Development Bank, etc., is an added advantage; Excellent working knowledge of English language, both writing and speaking. The MoPS&HRD now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the Services. The attention of interested consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank’s ‘Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers’ July 2016 revised November 2017, August 2018 and November 2020 [Procurement in investment Project Financing; Goods, Works, Non-Consulting and Consulting Services], setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. A consultant will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the World Bank’s ‘Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers’ July 2016 revised November 2017, August 2018 and November 2020 for selection of individual consultant. Interested Consultants may obtain further information at the address given below from 9:00 to 16:00 Hrs. on working days (Monday through Friday.) Deadline for submission: The Expression of interest (EOI) and the CV completed in the prescribed form must be delivered to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) by July 8, 2025, at 17:00 Hours (South Sudan Time) Further details of this REOI are provided in the Terms of Reference (TOR), which may be obtained upon request in person or by e-mail to the address given below. Application through e-mail is highly encouraged. Attention: Program Coordinator (BIFEPS) Project Management Unit (PMU), Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development Location: Ministries Complex Juba, Republic of South Sudan E-mail: [email protected]
Hire a Consultant to develop Competency-based Recruitment Policy and Procedures;…
Request for Expression of Interest (REOI) COUNTRY: Republic of South Sudan PROJECT: Building Institutional Foundations for an Effective Public Service Project (BIFEPS) PROJECT ID: P500500 GRANT No: IDA-E3270 CONSULTING SERVICES: A Consultant to review and re-design a competency-based recruitment and procedures, training policy and procedures and develop a promotion policy and procedures for the government of South Sudan (1) DUTY STATION: MoPSHRD Project Building, Juba- South Sudan Ref No: SS-MPSHRD-496932-CS-INDV The Government of South Sudan (GoSS), through the Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development (MoPSHRD) has received a grant of US$15 million towards the implementation the “q”. Approved by the World Bank (WB) Board of Directors on September 3, 2024, BIFEPS is in the process of achieving the effectiveness conditions in readiness for implementation. The project development objective is to “strengthen institutional and human resource capabilities in selected sectors”. The project is structured around four main components: (i) Strengthening policies, procedures, and systems for civil service management (ii) Institutional development to create sustainable public sector capacity s; (iii) Incentivizing the effective implementation of selected sector reforms; and (iv) Change Management and Project Coordination The main objective of the consultancy is to provide technical assistance in the development of a comprehensive Regulatory Framework; (a) competency-based recruitment and procedures, (b) training policy and procedures and (c) develop a promotion policy and procedures for the GoSS. The Policies and Procedures are aimed to play a crucial role in transforming the civil service by supporting the GoSS in creating a professional, efficient, merit-based, and citizen-centered workforce, enabling effective and efficient public service delivery and driving national development, while also building capacity by transfer of Knowledge and Skills to key Reform champions to improve civil service human resource management. Responsibilities: The Consultant is required to do everything necessary to develop a long-term Regulatory Framework; (a) competency-based recruitment and procedures,(b) training policy and procedures and (c) develop a promotion policy and procedures for the GoSS, to improve the civil service by supporting the GoSS in creating a professional, efficient, merit-based, and citizen-centered workforce, champion gender equality, enabling effective public service delivery, driving national development, the Reform Champions and the Young Professions, Public Service Management quality, sustainability, and capacity-building principles. He/she provide technical guidance to ensure compliance and adhering to the general procedures and guidelines of the World Bank (WB) in order to ensure quality output of program interventions and all other tasks detailed in the Terms of Reference (TOR) that will be provided upon submission of application (in person or by E-mail). Government officials or civil servants will not be considered unless: (i) they are on leave of absence without pay or have resigned or retired six months prior to the date of the advert; and (ii) their employment will not create Conflict of interest. Duration: The assignment period is expected to take 80 days from the date of contract commencement. Selection Criteria: The selection shall be based on qualification, experience and skills of the candidate and followed by an interview. The qualification, experience and skills should include: Amster’s degree in Human Resource Management, Public Policy Administration, or a related field; Minimum of eight (8) years’ professional experience in public sector management, public sector human resource management, Civil Service Reforms and/or related discipline in Change or Transformation Management; Minimum of six (6) years’ relevant experience advising and consulting on public sector human resource/civil service regulatory frameworks management part of which must be in similar environments; Proven expertise in developing policies, procedures, regulation and another institutional legal framework in the public sector; Demonstrated international work experience working with government administrations of developing countries including fragile and conflict-affected states and international donors in post-conflict environments; Deep knowledge and administrative capacity in the management and application of strategic HR function and policy frameworks in the public sector; Experience in building consensus, creating teams and coordination of diverse agendas; Good interpersonal skills with experience in networking with partners at all levels (ministries, donors, private sector, NGOs and local community-based organizations); Proven ability to deliver results in complex and challenging environments; Proven experience in stakeholder consultations and workshop facilitation; Strong analytical skills, oral and written communication; Experience working on projects financed by international organizations such as the World Bank, African Development Bank, etc., is an added advantage; Be a registered member of a relevant professional body recognized in the region, with valid membership; Excellent working knowledge of English language, both writing and speaking. The MoPS&HRD now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the Services. The attention of interested consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank’s ‘Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers’ July 2016 revised November 2017, August 2018 and November 2020 [Procurement in investment Project Financing; Goods, Works, Non-Consulting and Consulting Services], setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. A consultant will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the World Bank’s ‘Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers’ July 2016 revised November 2017, August 2018 and November 2020 for selection of individual consultant. Interested Consultants may obtain further information at the address given below from 9:00 to 16:00 Hrs. on working days (Monday through Friday.) Deadline for submission: The Expression of interest (EOI) and the CV completed in the prescribed form must be delivered to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) by July 10, 2025, at 17:00 Hours (South Sudan Time) Further details of this REOI are provided in the Terms of Reference (TOR), which may be obtained upon request in person or by e-mail to the address given below. Application through e-mail is highly encouraged. Attention: Program Coordinator (BIFEPS) Project Management Unit (PMU), Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development Location: Ministries Complex Juba, Republic of South Sudan E-mail: [email protected]
Hire a Consultant to develop a Public Sector Gender Equity Strategy; Counseling …
Request for Expression of Interest (REOI) COUNTRY: Republic of South Sudan PROJECT: Building Institutional Foundations for an Effective Public Service Project (BIFEPS) PROJECT ID: P500500 GRANT No: IDA-E3270 CONSULTING SERVICES: A Consultant to develop Gender Equity Strategy, Counselling Procedures & Records Management (1) DUTY STATION: MoPSHRD Project Building, Juba- South Sudan Ref No: SS-MPSHRD-496934-CS-INDV The Government of South Sudan (GoSS), through the Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development (MoPSHRD) has received a grant of US$15 million towards the implementation the “q”. Approved by the World Bank (WB) Board of Directors on September 3, 2024, BIFEPS is in the process of achieving the effectiveness conditions in readiness for implementation. The project development objective is to “strengthen institutional and human resource capabilities in selected sectors”. The project is structured around four main components: (i) Strengthening policies, procedures, and systems for civil service management (ii) Institutional development to create sustainable public sector capacity s; (iii) Incentivizing the effective implementation of selected sector reforms; and (iv) Change Management and Project Coordination The main objective of the consultancy is to provide technical assistance in the development of a comprehensive Regulatory Framework;(a) develop Public Sector Gender Equity Strategy, (b) develop Counselling Procedure; and (c) Review and re-design Record Management policy and procedure for the government of South Sudan.The Strategy, Policies and Procedures are aimed to play a crucial role in transforming the civil service by supporting the GoSS in creating a professional, enabling effective and efficient public service delivery and driving national development, while also building capacity by transfer of Knowledge and Skills to key Reform champions to improve civil service human resource management. Responsibilities: The Consultant is required to do everything necessary to develop a long-term Regulatory Framework(a) develop Public Sector Gender Equity Strategy, (b) develop Counselling Procedure; and (c) Review and re-design Record Management policy and procedure for the GoSS for the GoSS, to improve the civil service by supporting the GoSS in creating a professional, efficient, merit-based, and citizen-centered workforce, champion gender equality, enabling effective public service delivery, driving national development, the Reform Champions and the Young Professions, Public Service Management quality, sustainability, and capacity-building principles.. He/she provide technical guidance to ensure compliance and adhering to the general procedures and guidelines of the World Bank (WB) in order to ensure quality output of program interventions and all other tasks detailed in the Terms of Reference (TOR) that will be provided upon submission of application (in person or by E-mail). Government officials or civil servants will not be considered unless: (i) they are on leave of absence without pay or have resigned or retired six months prior to the date of the advert; and (ii) their employment will not create Conflict of interest. Duration: The assignment period is expected to take 60 days from the date of contract commencement. Selection Criteria: The selection shall be based on qualification, experience and skills of the candidate and followed by an interview. The qualification, experience and skills should include: A Master’s degree in Human Resource Management, Public Policy Administration, or a related field; Minimum of eight (8) years’ professional experience in public sector management, public sector human resource management, Civil Service Reforms and/or related discipline in Change or Transformation Management; Minimum of six (6) years’ relevant experience advising and consulting on public sector human resource/civil service regulatory frameworks management part of which must be in similar environments; Proven expertise in developing policies, procedures, regulation and another institutional legal framework in the public sector; Demonstrated international work experience working with government administrations of developing countries including fragile and conflict-affected states and international donors in post-conflict environments; Deep knowledge and administrative capacity in the management and application of strategic HR function and policy frameworks in the public sector; Experience in building consensus, creating teams and coordination of diverse agendas; Good interpersonal skills with experience in networking with partners at all levels (ministries, donors, private sector, NGOs and local community-based organizations); Proven ability to deliver results in complex and challenging environments; Proven experience in stakeholder consultations and workshop facilitation; Strong analytical skills, oral and written communication; Experience working on projects financed by international organizations such as the World Bank, African Development Bank, etc., is an added advantage; Be a registered member of a relevant professional body recognized in the region, with valid membership; Excellent working knowledge of English language, both writing and speaking. The MoPS&HRD now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the Services. The attention of interested consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank’s ‘Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers’ July 2016 revised November 2017, August 2018 and November 2020 [Procurement in investment Project Financing; Goods, Works, Non-Consulting and Consulting Services], setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. A consultant will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the World Bank’s ‘Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers’ July 2016 revised November 2017, August 2018 and November 2020 for selection of individual consultant. Interested Consultants may obtain further information at the address given below from 9:00 to 16:00 Hrs. on working days (Monday through Friday.) Deadline for submission: The Expression of interest (EOI) and the CV completed in the prescribed form must be delivered to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) by July 10, 2025, at 17:00 Hours (South Sudan Time) Further details of this REOI are provided in the Terms of Reference (TOR), which may be obtained upon request in person or by e-mail to the address given below. Application through e-mail is highly encouraged. Attention: Program Coordinator (BIFEPS) Project Management Unit (PMU), Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development Location: Ministries Complex Juba, Republic of South Sudan E-mail: [email protected]
Hire Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Specialist (24months)
Request for Expression of Interest (REOI) COUNTRY: Republic of South Sudan PROJECT: Building Institutional Foundations for an Effective Public Service Project (BIFEPS) PROJECT ID: P500500 GRANT No: IDA-E3270 CONSULTING SERVICES: Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist (1) DUTY STATION: MoPSHRD Project Building, Juba- South Sudan Ref No: SS-MPSHRD-478056-CS-INDV The Government of South Sudan (GoSS), through the Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development (MoPSHRD) has received a grant of US$15 million towards the implementation the “q”. Approved by the World Bank (WB) Board of Directors on September 3, 2024, BIFEPS is in the process of achieving the effectiveness conditions in readiness for implementation. The project development objective is to “strengthen institutional and human resource capabilities in selected sectors”. The project is structured around four main components: (i) Strengthening policies, procedures, and systems for civil service management (ii) Institutional development to create sustainable public sector capacity s; (iii) Incentivizing the effective implementation of selected sector reforms; and (iv) Change Management and Project Coordination The main objective of the consultancy is to provide Monitoring and Evaluation, technical leadership and oversight at the PMU for the implementation of BIFEPS project and to build capacity of selected civil servants for continuous monitoring and evaluation of government programs. Responsibilities: The Consultant is required to do everything necessary to technically support the Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development and BIFEPS project team to achieve the above-stated objective. Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager and overall supervision of Program Coordinator, the postholder will provide M&E leadership and oversight for the project at the PMU level. He/she provide technical guidance to ensure compliance and adhering to the general procedures and guidelines of the World Bank (WB) in order to ensure quality output of program interventions and all other tasks detailed in the Terms of Reference (TOR) that will be provided upon submission of application (in person or by E-mail). Government officials or civil servants will not be considered unless: (i) they are on leave of absence without pay or have resigned or retired six months prior to the date of the advert; and (ii) their employment will not create Conflict of interest. Duration: The assignment period is expected to take 12 months from the date of contract commencement. Selection Criteria: The selection shall be based on qualification, experience and skills of the candidate and followed by an interview. The qualification, experience and skills should include: A Bachelor’s Degree in M&E, Project Management, Development Studies, or equivalent; Master’s degree is an added advantage; Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in Project Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) and related fields; Specific Experience; Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in setting up and implementing monitoring and evaluation procedures, preferably in the Public Sector; Proven success in designing, implementing, and operating MEAL systems from project initiation to close out; Excellent understanding of a range of quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis methods required; Experience of working with local counterparts in building their capacity is desirable; Fluency in written and verbal English is required; Be able to express ideas and articulate concepts, findings, analysis clearly and fluently orally and in writing; Experience working with international and donor organizations in the implementation of complex projects supported by multiple stakeholders.; Demonstrated written and oral communication skills; Demonstrated analytical, presentation, reporting and computing skills; Proficiency in computer packages (Microsoft word, Excel, database, power point) and familiarity with modern communication systems (internet, worldwide web, email etc.); Excellent working knowledge of English language, both writing and speaking and knowledge of Arabic language will be an added advantage; Experience working on M&E in conflict and post conflict countries on community development, local governance, local service delivery projects highly desirable. The MoPS&HRD now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the Services. The attention of interested consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank’s ‘Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers’ July 2016 revised November 2017, August 2018 and November 2020 [Procurement in investment Project Financing; Goods, Works, Non-Consulting and Consulting Services], setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. A consultant will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the World Bank’s ‘Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers’ July 2016 revised November 2017, August 2018 and November 2020 for selection of individual consultant. Interested Consultants may obtain further information at the address given below from 9:00 to 16:00 Hrs. on working days (Monday through Friday.) Deadline for submission: The Expression of interest (EOI) and the CV completed in the prescribed form must be delivered to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) by June 30, 2025, at 17:00 Hours (South Sudan Time) Further details of this REOI are provided in the Terms of Reference (TOR), which may be obtained upon request in person or by e-mail to the address given below. Application through e-mail is highly encouraged. Attention: Program Coordinator (BIFEPS) Project Management Unit (PMU), Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development Location: Ministries Complex Juba, Republic of South Sudan E-mail: [email protected]
Hire Communication Specialist (24months)
Request for Expression of Interest (REOI) COUNTRY: Republic of South Sudan PROJECT: Building Institutional Foundations for an Effective Public Service Project (BIFEPS) PROJECT ID: P500500 GRANT No: IDA-E3270 CONSULTING SERVICES: Communication Specialist (1) DUTY STATION: MoPSHRD Project Building, Juba- South Sudan Ref No: SS-MPSHRD-496931-CS-INDV The Government of South Sudan (GoSS), through the Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development (MoPSHRD) has received a grant of US$15 million towards the implementation the “q”. Approved by the World Bank (WB) Board of Directors on September 3, 2024, BIFEPS is in the process of achieving the effectiveness conditions in readiness for implementation. The project development objective is to “strengthen institutional and human resource capabilities in selected sectors”. The project is structured around four main components: (i) Strengthening policies, procedures, and systems for civil service management (ii) Institutional development to create sustainable public sector capacity s; (iii) Incentivizing the effective implementation of selected sector reforms; and (iv) Change Management and Project Coordination The main objective of the consultancy is to lead on implementation and supervision of all aspects related to all public sector reform communications. The overalls scope of work is to: (a) increase awareness of the public sector reform objectives and initiatives; and promote knowledge among key stakeholders and the general public; (b) promote the MoPSHRD mandate and areas of reforms under Program, in the communication policy and strategy; and (c) foster understanding of the challenges and effective reform initiative implementation with key stakeholders and development partners. Responsibilities: The Consultant is required to do everything necessary to technically support the Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development and BIFEPS project team to achieve the above-stated objective. Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager and overall supervision of Program Coordinator, the postholder will provide communication leadership and oversight for the project at the PMU level. He/she provide technical guidance to ensure compliance and adhering to the general procedures and guidelines of the World Bank (WB) in order to ensure quality output of program interventions and all other tasks detailed in the Terms of Reference (TOR) that will be provided upon submission of application (in person or by E-mail). Government officials or civil servants will not be considered unless: (i) they are on leave of absence without pay or have resigned or retired six months prior to the date of the advert; and (ii) their employment will not create Conflict of interest. Duration: The assignment period is expected to take 24 months from the date of contract commencement. Selection Criteria: The selection shall be based on qualification, experience and skills of the candidate and followed by an interview. The qualification, experience and skills should include: A Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications, Journalism and media studies, Public Relations, International Relations, Political/Development Studies, or other relevant discipline. A master’s degree is desirable; General Experience: At least eight (8) years of experience in communications and media related works; Specific experience: must have a minimum of five (5) years of proven experience in designing and implementing communication strategies and Plans, Media strategies and stakeholder engagement frameworks on government or development reforms; Demonstrated writing, editing, and content creation skills; Proficiency in using digital communication tools and platforms; Experience in building consensus, team leadership, and coordination of diverse agendas; Good interpersonal skills with experience in networking with partners at all levels (ministries, donors, private sector, NGOs and local community-based organizations); Demonstrated written, analytical, presentation, reporting and computing skills and familiarity with modern communication systems (internet, worldwide web, email etc.); Excellent interpersonal, strong analytical skills and organizational skills ; Excellent working knowledge of English language, both writing and verbal; Experience in documenting processes and creating manuals or guides for knowledge transfer; Experience working on projects financed by international organizations such as the World Bank, African Development Bank, etc., is an added advantage; Experience working in emergency contexts, with experience with emergency communications is highly desirable; Experience in fragile and conflict-affected countries is an added advantage. The MoPS&HRD now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the Services. The attention of interested consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank’s ‘Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers’ July 2016 revised November 2017, August 2018 and November 2020 [Procurement in investment Project Financing; Goods, Works, Non-Consulting and Consulting Services], setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. A consultant will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the World Bank’s ‘Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers’ July 2016 revised November 2017, August 2018 and November 2020 for selection of individual consultant. Interested Consultants may obtain further information at the address given below from 9:00 to 16:00 Hrs. on working days (Monday through Friday.) Deadline for submission: The Expression of interest (EOI) and the CV completed in the prescribed form must be delivered to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) by June 30, 2025, at 17:00 Hours (South Sudan Time) Further details of this REOI are provided in the Terms of Reference (TOR), which may be obtained upon request in person or by e-mail to the address given below. Application through e-mail is highly encouraged. Attention: Program Coordinator (BIFEPS) Project Management Unit (PMU), Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development Location: Ministries Complex Juba, Republic of South Sudan E-mail: [email protected]
Hire a firm to conduct functional review and capacity assessment of selected min…
Request for Expression of Interest (REOI) COUNTRY: Republic of South Sudan PROJECT: Building Institutional Foundations for an Effective Public Service Project (BIFEPS) PROJECT ID: P500500 GRANT No: IDA-E3270 CONSULTING SERVICES: Consultant Services to conduct functional review and capacity assessment of selected ministries; and review and redesign the civil service job classification and pay and grading structure for the government of South Sudan DUTY STATION: MoPSHRD Project Building, Juba- South Sudan Ref No: SS-MPSHRD-491103-CS-QCBS The Government of South Sudan (GoSS), through the Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development (MoPSHRD) has received a grant of US$15 million towards the implementation the “q”. Approved by the World Bank (WB) Board of Directors on September 3, 2024, BIFEPS is in the process of achieving the effectiveness conditions in readiness for implementation. The project development objective is to “strengthen institutional and human resource capabilities in selected sectors”. It will be implemented through the following components: The project is structured around four main components: (i) Strengthening policies, procedures, and systems for civil service management (ii) Institutional development to create sustainable public sector capacity s; (iii) Incentivizing the effective implementation of selected sector reforms; and (iv) Change Management and Project Coordination MoPSHRD is seeking to use a portion of the grant to procure consulting services to support the Government of South Sudan Public service in the development of Job Classification; and conducting job analysis and evaluation by analyzing the tasks, responsibilities, and skills required for each job in the public service and developing prototype job descriptions for positions across job categories and job families in the public service, and all job descriptions for the 5 Ministries. It will also entail building the capacity of the HR staff of the Ministry of Public Service to develop the remaining job descriptions for the entire public service. The exercise will result in a comprehensive review and redesigning of the existing pay and grading structure for all Civil servants to address fundamental issues of pay and grading in the public service of the GoSS focusing on existing compensation and incentive structures, systems and processes. The consulting services (“Services”) is required to conduct functional review and capacity assessment of selected ministries; and review and redesign the civil service job classification and pay and grading structure for the government of South Sudan as detailed in the terms of reference. Duration: The assignment period is expected to take 12 months, starting from the date of signing the contract. This period is for a fixed duration and any adjustments to the valuation must be justified and will not result in additional costs. The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be found at the following website: www.mofp.gov.ss or can be obtained upon request through: [email protected] The MoPSHRD now invites eligible firms (“Consultant”) 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. The short-listing criteria are as follows: • The firm shall be registered/incorporated as a consulting firm with core business in the field of public sector governance including on compensation and Benefit analytics and Organizational Development, or equivalent, for a period of a minimum of 10 years. • The firm shall demonstrate as having successfully executed and completed at least 3 assignments of similar or equivalent nature in the last 10 years. Experience carrying out similar work in fragile and conflict-affected environments will be an added advantage. Details of similar assignments, name and address of the client, scope, value, and period should be provided and submitted. Expression of Interest should include enumeration of these similar past assignments. • The technical and managerial organization of the Consultant. The firm shall demonstrate having the requisite technical and managerial capacity to undertake the assignment in the submitted company profile(s), being the competencies of the core team and overall experience of the firm. (Do not provide CV of staff), Key experts will not be evaluated at the shortlisting stage. The attention of interested consultancy is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank’s ‘Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers’ July 2016 revised November 2017, August 2018 and November 2020 [Procurement in investment Project Financing; Goods, Works, Non-Consulting and Consulting Services], setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. Consultants may associate with other consultants in the form of a joint venture or a sub consultancy to enhance their qualifications. The nature of association, whether it is a joint venture or a sub consultancy, should clearly be stated. In case of joint venture, the Consultant leading the joint venture should be mentioned. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) set out in the Consultant Guidelines. Interested Consultant may obtain further information at the address below during office hours from 10:00 to 16:00 hours South Sudan on all working days. Expressions of interest (EOI) should be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) by June 5, 2025 at 5.00 P.M (South Sudan Time) marked clearly as – “Expression of Interest for conducting functional review and capacity assessment of selected ministries; and review and redesign the civil service job classification and pay and grading structure for the government of South Sudan.” and submitted to the address below. Attention: Program Coordinator (BIFEPS) Project Management Unit (PMU), Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development Location: Ministries Complex Juba, Republic of South Sudan E-mail: [email protected]
Hire an individual consultant to develop a Civil Service Management Transformati…
Republic of South Sudan Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development (MoPSHRD) Project Management Unit (PMU) Request for Expression of Interest (REOI) COUNTRY: Republic of South Sudan PROJECT: Building Institutional Foundations for an Effective Public Service Project (BIFEPS) PROJECT ID: P500500 GRANT No: IDA-E3270 CONSULTING SERVICES: An individual Consultant to develop a Civil Service Management Transformation Strategy for the Government of South Sudan DUTY STATION: MoPSHRD Project Building, Juba- South Sudan Ref No: SS-MPSHRD-478023-CS-INDV The Government of South Sudan (GoSS), through the Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development (MoPSHRD) has received a grant of US$15 million towards the implementation the “q”. Approved by the World Bank (WB) Board of Directors on September 3, 2024, BIFEPS is in the process of achieving the effectiveness conditions in readiness for implementation. The project development objective is to “strengthen institutional and human resource capabilities in selected sectors”. The project is structured around four main components: (i) Strengthening policies, procedures, and systems for civil service management (ii) Institutional development to create sustainable public sector capacity s; (iii) Incentivizing the effective implementation of selected sector reforms; and (iv) Change Management and Project Coordination. The main objective of the consultancy is to develop a Civil Service Management Transformation Strategy for the Government of South Sudan (GoSS) to provide a roadmap for the transformation journey to improve the civil service by supporting the GoSS in creating a professional, efficient, merit-based, and citizen-centered workforce, champion gender equality, enabling effective public service delivery, driving national development, the Reform Champions and the Young Professions, Public Service Management quality, sustainability, and capacity-building principles. Responsibilities: The Consultant is required to provide technical assistance in the development of a comprehensive long-term Civil Service Management Transformation Strategy for the GoSS. The Strategy is aimed to play a crucial role in transforming the civil service by supporting the GoSS in creating a professional, efficient, merit-based, and citizen-centered workforce, enabling effective and efficient public service delivery and driving national development, while also leveraging technology to improve civil service human resource management. He/she provide technical guidance to ensure compliance and adhering to the general procedures and guidelines of the World Bank (WB) in order to ensure quality output of program interventions and all other tasks detailed in the Terms of Reference (TOR) that will be provided upon submission of application (in person or by E-mail). Government officials or civil servants will not be considered unless: (i) they are on leave of absence without pay or have resigned or retired six months prior to the date of the advert; and (ii) their employment will not create Conflict of interest. Duration: The assignment period is expected to take 150 days from the date of contract commencement. Selection Criteria: The selection shall be based on qualification, experience and skills of the candidate and followed by an interview. The qualification, experience and skills should include: A Master’s degree in Human Resource Management, Public Policy Administration, or a related field. PhD will be an added advantage; Minimum of ten (10) years’ professional experience in public sector management, civil service reform, public sector human resource management; Minimum of ten (10) years’ relevant experience advising and consulting on public sector human resource/civil service management frameworks part of which must be in similar environments; Proven expertise in organizational transformation and changes management; Demonstrated international work experience working with government administrations of developing countries including fragile and conflict-affected states and international donors in post-conflict environments; Deep knowledge and administrative capacity in the management and application of strategic HR function and policy frameworks in the public sector; Experience in building consensus, creating teams and coordination of diverse agendas; Good interpersonal skills with experience in networking with partners at all levels (ministries, donors, private sector, NGOs and local community-based organizations); Proven ability to deliver results in complex and challenging environments; Proven experience in stakeholder consultations and workshop facilitation; Strong analytical skills, oral and written communication; Experience working on projects financed by international organizations such as the World Bank, African Development Bank, etc., is an added advantage; Be a registered member of a relevant professional body recognized in the region, with valid membership; Excellent working knowledge of English language, both writing and speaking. The MoPS&HRD now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the Services. The attention of interested consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank’s ‘Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers’ July 2016 revised November 2017, August 2018 and November 2020 [Procurement in investment Project Financing; Goods, Works, Non-Consulting and Consulting Services], setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. A consultant will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the World Bank’s ‘Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers’ July 2016 revised November 2017, August 2018 and November 2020 for selection of individual consultant. Interested Consultants may obtain further information at the address given below from 9:00 to 16:00 Hrs. on working days (Monday through Friday.) Deadline for submission: The Expression of interest (EOI) and the CV completed in the prescribed form must be delivered to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) by March 28, 2025, at 17:00 Hours (South Sudan Time) Further details of this REOI are provided in the Terms of Reference (TOR), which may be obtained upon request in person or by e-mail to the address given below. Application through e-mail is highly encouraged. Attention: Project Coordinator (BIFEPS) Project Management Unit (PMU), Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development (MoPSHRD) Location: Ministries Complex Juba, Republic of South Sudan E-mail: [email protected] with a copy to [email protected]
Hiring for Consultant Service for the provision of Incentives Verification, perf…
Republic of South Sudan Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development (MoPSHRD) Project Management Unit (PMU) COUNTRY: Republic of South Sudan PROJECT: Building Institutional Foundations for an Effective Public Service Project (BIFEPS) PROJECT ID: P500500 GRANT No: IDA-E3270 CONSULTING SERVICES: Incentives Verification, performance Management and Young Professionals Recruitment Consulting Services for Reform Champions and Young Professionals Programs DUTY STATION: MoPSHRD Project Building, Juba- South Sudan Ref No: SS-MPSHRD-450865-CS-INDV The Government of South Sudan (GoSS), through the Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development (MoPSHRD) has received a grant of US$15 million towards the implementation the “q”. Approved by the World Bank (WB) Board of Directors on September 3, 2024, BIFEPS is in the process of achieving the effectiveness conditions in readiness for implementation. The project development objective is to “strengthen institutional and human resource capabilities in selected sectors”. It will be implemented through the following components: The project is structured around four main components: (i) Strengthening policies, procedures, and systems for civil service management (ii) Institutional development to create sustainable public sector capacity s; (iii) Incentivizing the effective implementation of selected sector reforms; and (iv) Change Management and Project Coordination MoPSHRD is seeking to use a portion of the grant to procure consulting services to support the ministry in the recruitment and selection of YPs, and performance management and incentives verification of both Young Professionals and Reform Champions The consulting services (“Services”) is required to provide and implement a comprehensive framework for YPs recruitment, selection, onboarding and management; and performance management and incentives verification for the YPP and RCP as detailed in the terms of reference. Duration: The assignment period is expected to take 24 months, renewable based on satisfactory performance of the consulting Firm and availability of funds and the consultancy firm is expected to carry its duties with comprehensive and consistent physical presence in Juba, Republic of South Sudan The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be found at the following website: www.mofp.gov.ss or can be obtained upon request through: [email protected] The MoPSHRD now invites eligible firms (“Consultant”) 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. The short-listing criteria are as follows: • The firm shall be registered/incorporated as a consulting firm with core business in the field of Strategic Management or equivalent for a period of a minimum of 10 years. • The firm shall demonstrate as having successfully executed and completed at least 2 assignments of similar or equivalent nature in the last 10 years. Details of similar assignments, name and address of the client, scope, value, and period should be provided and submitted. Expression of Interest should include enumeration of these similar past assignments. • The technical and managerial organization of the Consultant. (Provide only the structure of the organization, general qualifications, and number of key staff (Do not provide CV of staff). Key experts will not be evaluated at the shortlisting stage. The attention of interested consultancy is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank’s ‘Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers’ July 2016 revised November 2017, August 2018 and November 2020 [Procurement in investment Project Financing; Goods, Works, Non-Consulting and Consulting Services], setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. Consultants may associate with other consultants in the form of a joint venture or a sub consultancy to enhance their qualifications. The nature of association, whether it is a joint venture or a sub consultancy, should clearly be stated. In case of joint venture, the Consultant leading the joint venture should be mentioned. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) set out in the Consultant Guidelines. Interested Consultant may obtain further information at the address below during office hours from 10:00 to 16:00 hours South Sudan on all working days. Expressions of interest (EOI) should be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) by February 14, 2025 at 5.00 P.M (South Sudan Time) marked clearly as – “Expression of Interest for the Incentives Verification, performance Management and Young Professionals Recruitment Consulting Services for Reform Champions and Young Professionals Programs.” and submitted to the address below. Attention: Program Coordinator (BIFEPS) Project Management Unit (PMU), Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development (MoPSHRD) Location: Ministries Complex Juba, Republic of South Sudan E-mail: [email protected]
Senior Financial Management Specialist (36)
MINISTRY OF PUBLIC SERVICE AND HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (REOI) COUNTRY: Republic of South Sudan NAME OF PROJECT: Building Institutional Foundations for an Effective Public Service (BIFEPS) Project PROJECT ID: P500500 Grant No.: IDA-E3270 Assignment Title: Senior Financial Management Specialist Reference No.: SS-MPSHRD-450941-CS-INDV Place of assignment: Juba, South Sudan Closing Date: 11th October, 2024 1. Background The Government of South Sudan (GoSS) through the Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development (MoPSHRD) has received a grant from the World Bank towards the cost of implementing Building Institutional Foundations for an Effective Public Service (BIFEPS) Project. The project development objective is to strengthen institutional and human resource capabilities in selected sectors. The project will focus on strengthening policies, procedures and systems for civil service management, institutional development to create sustainable public sector capacity, incentivizing the effective implementation of selected sector reforms, and change management. A Project Management Unit (PMU) has been established within the MoPSHRD with the primary responsibility of project management and overseeing the performance of consultants, contractors and service providers. Other tasks of the PMU include stakeholder outreach and communications, fiduciary and procurement management, community engagement, results management and risk management. The MoPSHRD is seeking to use part of the BIFEPS Project grant to finance an Individual Consultant (Senior Financial Management Specialist) to oversee all accounting and financial management responsibilities of the project and ensure full adherence and compliance with World Bank and Government financial management guidelines, procedures, and regulations. 2. Scope of Work and Responsibilities: The Consultant shall be responsible for (i) setting up of financial management systems of the project; (ii) coordination and oversight of the financial management functions; (iii) undertake structured capacity building of Government staff to ensure long term sustainability; (iv) preparation of project annual budgets and cash forecasts; (v) Review the implementation of the project budget on a monthly basis and advise the management team on the level of budget absorption; (vi) Ensure that disbursements are made in accordance with the grant agreement, approved implementation budget and work plan; (vii) Review all periodic disbursement requests submitted by the MoPSHRD and ensure timely cash flow; (viii) Ensure all payments are supported by proper documentation in accordance with the Government and World Bank financial guidelines, regulations and procedures; (ix) Monitor the utilization of payments made to implementing partners and report findings to the Program Coordinator; (x) Ensure that the accounting records and ledgers and all financial transactions are captured and updated; (xi) Review and ensure all monthly bank reconciliation statements are prepared; (xii) Carry out any other assignment as may be directed by the Program Coordinator, Project Manager or the senior management of the MoPSHRD. The Consultant will be required to undertake all the tasks and deliver the outputs detailed in the terms of reference (TOR) that will be provided upon request through the email contact below or in person. 3. Selection Criteria: Selection shall be based on qualification and experience of the candidate and followed by an interview. The Consultant shall fulfil the following qualification and experience: • Both a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related fields; and a Master’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or any related fields from a recognized university • Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA or equivalent, and full membership of a professional accountancy body recognized by International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) and in good standing; • At least ten years of post-qualification experience handling financial management responsibilities in the public sector and/or projects financed by development partners. • At least six of the minimum 10 years of experience should be related to financial management responsibilities in projects funded by the World Bank or similar international organizations. • Proven skills in the use of computer software applications including spreadsheets, accounting packages and word-processing. • Fluency in English is a must and excellent written and oral communication skills. • Experience working in hardship environments with flexible working hours and handling extensive workload with minimum supervision. • Technical knowledge and experience in undertaking change management and capacity building in the public sector. The shortlisted candidates will be invited for oral interview. Consultant will be required to possess the skills and competences listed in the TOR. Government officials or civil servants will not be considered unless: (i) they are on leave of absence without pay or have resigned or retired six months prior to the date of the advert; and (ii) their employment will not create Conflict of interest. 4. Duration: Duration of the assignment is 24 months, renewable based on satisfactory performance and availability of funds. 5. The attention of interested individual consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank’s ‘Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers’ July 2016 revised November 2017, July 2018 and November 2020 [Procurement in investment Project Financing; Goods, Works, Non-Consulting and Consulting Services], setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest 6. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultants Selection method set out in the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations. 7. The MoPSHR now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services and furnish the Curriculum Vitae (CV) in the prescribed form that will be provided with the TOR upon request through the e-mail given below. 8. Submission of Applications and deadline: Interested Consultants may obtain further information including a detailed TOR and the format for the CV from the below email. An Expressions of Interest (EOI) and CV in the prescribed format with 3 reference persons must be sent to: [email protected] or delivered by hand on or before 11th October, 2024 at 17:00 Hours (Juba local time) The package must be clearly marked as “Application for Senior Financial Management Specialist” and submitted to the address below. Program Coordinator (BIFEPS) Project Management Unit, Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development (MoPSHRD) Location: Ministries Complex Juba, Republic of South Sudan Email: [email protected]
Senior Human Resource Management Specialist
MINISTRY OF PUBLIC SERVICE AND HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (REOI) COUNTRY: Republic of South Sudan NAME OF PROJECT: Building Institutional Foundations for an Effective Public Service (BIFEPS) Project PROJECT ID: P500500 Grant No.: IDA-E3270 Assignment Title: Senior Human Resource Management Specialist Reference No.: SS-MPSHRD-450951-CS-INDV Place of assignment: Juba, South Sudan Closing Date: 4th October, 2024 1. Background The Government of South Sudan (GSS) through the Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development (MoPS&HRD) has received a grant from the World Bank towards the cost of implementing Building Institutional Foundations for an Effective Public Service (BIFEPS) Project. The project development objective is to strengthen institutional and human resource capabilities in selected sectors. The project will focus on strengthening policies, procedures and systems for civil service management, institutional development to create sustainable public sector capacity, incentivizing the effective implementation of selected sector reforms, and change management. A Project Management Unit (PMU) has been established within the MoPS&HRD with the primary responsibility of project management and overseeing the performance of consultants and service providers. Other tasks of the PMU include stakeholder outreach and communications, fiduciary and procurement management, community engagement, results management and risk management. The MoPS&HRD is seeking to use part of the BIFEPS Project grant to finance an Individual Consultant to Provide technical guidance and support on HRM-related tasks for implementation of the Young Professional Program (YPP) and the Reform Champion (RCP) including preparation of job descriptions, advertisements; interviews and merit-based selection, placement, contract management, learning and development, incentives management, coordinating the reform champions’ and young professionals’ performance evaluation process in adherence and compliance to the World Bank and Government of South Sudan guidelines, regulations and procedures 2. Scope of Work and Responsibilities: The Consultant shall be required in consultation with the PMU team and the Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development undertake tasks including but not limited to the following: (i) Support PMU and the participating beneficiary institutions that manage the selected sectoral reforms to prepare appropriate job descriptions and selection criteria for identified positions, bringing in good practices in these areas. (ii) Advise and support the implementation of procedures for YPP operations, including on advertising, evaluation, merit-based selection, contracting, placement, induction, on-the-job learning, mentoring, coaching, counselling, implementation of Host Agreement; and RCP operations including on notices, evaluation, merit-based selection, contracting, performance management and overall contract management throughout the Program. (iii) Advise and support the development and implementation of an outreach strategy to attract suitable South Sudan candidates to join the YPP including on promoting female participation and social inclusion in the YPP. (iv) Lead and guide PMU team to carry out due diligence i.e. check and validate information provided by the applicants regarding their educational background, experience, and reference, and other due diligence activities in line with the government relevant law(s) and procedures. (v) Assist the PMU to develop and implement effective records management processes and databases including individual personal files for YPPs and RCPs and establish the system’s reliability to maintain confidentiality during recruitment and selection processes. (vi) Advise and support the PMU in implementing the guidelines, procedures and checklists provided for in the operations manuals for YPP and RCP and propose and implement any required changes. (vii) Confirm compliance with recruitment procedures checklist for all YPP and RC following the defined manual and WB procedures. (viii) Coordinate activities related to performance appraisal as implemented by PMU with the support of external experts. (ix) Coordinate the processes for the incentives aspects of the YPP and RCP. (x) Coordinate the implementation of the YPP induction Program. (xi) Closely monitor and report on the status of the implementation of training plans for the YPPs. (xii) Coordinate the continuous and final evaluation of Program participants and make appropriate recommendations. (xiii) With guidance from the Program Coordinator and the Project Manager, facilitate the implementation of the Grievance Redress Mechanism put in place for the YPP and the RCP. The Consultant will be required to undertake all tasks and deliver the outputs detailed in the terms of reference (TOR) that will be provided upon request through the email contact below or in person. 3. Selection Criteria: Selection shall be based on qualification and experience of the candidate and followed by an interview. The Consultant shall fulfil the following qualification and experience: Advanced University Degree with specialization on HR/public administration; and a minimum experience of 10 years in HR processes in managerial positions. At least 10 years’ direct experience working with or within HR Management. Demonstrable experience in organizational learning, development and coaching programs processes; and demonstrable experience on advising and supporting on implementation of merit-based recruitment, selection and performance management processes and systems. Demonstrable capacity in advertising, processing applications, recruiting and selecting, administering, and overseeing/supervising the activities of personnel. Work experience with government administrations and/or international donors, preferably in similar environments. Experience in building consensus, team leadership, and coordination of diverse agendas. Good interpersonal skills with experience in networking with partners at all levels (ministries, donors, private sector, NGOs and local community-based organizations) Demonstrated written, analytical, presentation, reporting and computing skills and familiarity with modern communication systems (internet, worldwide web, email etc.) Strong analytical skills, oral and written communication. Substantial experience in leading teams of national and international experts. Experience working on projects financed by international organizations such as the World Bank, African Development Bank, etc., is an added advantage. Experience on HRM in public sector is an advantage. Excellent working knowledge of English language, both writing and speaking. The shortlisted candidates will be invited for oral interview. Consultant will be required to possess the skills and competences listed in the TOR. Government officials or civil servants will not be considered unless: (i) they are on leave of absence without pay or have resigned or retired six months prior to the date of the advert; and (ii) their employment will not create Conflict of interest. 4. Duration: Duration of the assignment is 24 months, renewable based on satisfactory performance and availability of funds. 5. The attention of interested individual consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank’s ‘Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers’ July 2016 revised November 2017, July 2018 and November 2020 [Procurement in investment Project Financing; Goods, Works, Non-Consulting and Consulting Services], setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest 6. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultants Selection method set out in the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations. 7. The MoPS&HRD now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services and furnish the Curriculum Vitae (CV) in the prescribed form that will be provided with the TOR upon request through the e-mail given below. 8. Submission of Applications and deadline: Interested Consultants may obtain further information including a detailed TOR and the format for the CV from the below email. An Expressions of Interest (EOI) and CV in the prescribed format with 3 reference persons must be sent to: [email protected] or delivered by hand on or before 4th October, 2024 at 17:00 Hours (Juba local time) The package must be clearly marked as “Application for Senior Human Resource Management Specialist” and submitted to the address below. Program Coordinator (PFMIS) Project Management Unit, Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development (MoPS&HRD) Location: Ministries Complex Juba, Republic of South Sudan Email: [email protected]
Senior Procurement Specialist (36 months)
MINISTRY OF PUBLIC SERVICE AND HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (REOI) COUNTRY: Republic of South Sudan NAME OF PROJECT: Building Institutional Foundations for an Effective Public Service (BIFEPS) Project PROJECT ID: P500500 Grant No.: IDA-E3270 Assignment Title: Senior Procurement Specialist Reference No.: SS-MPSHRD-450865-CS-INDV Place of assignment: Juba, South Sudan Closing Date: 4th October, 2024 1. Background The Government of South Sudan (GSS) through the Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development (MoPS&HRD) has received a grant from the World Bank towards the cost of implementing Building Institutional Foundations for an Effective Public Service (BIFEPS) Project. The project development objective is to strengthen institutional and human resource capabilities in selected sectors. The project will focus on strengthening policies, procedures and systems for civil service management, institutional development to create sustainable public sector capacity, incentivizing the effective implementation of selected sector reforms, and change management. A Project Management Unit (PMU) has been established within the MoPS&HRD with the primary responsibility of project management and overseeing the performance of consultants and service providers. Other tasks of the PMU include stakeholder outreach and communications, fiduciary and procurement management, community engagement, results management and risk management. The MoPS&HRD is seeking to use part of the BIFEPS Project grant to finance an Individual Consultant to provide technical guidance and support in executing procurement activities under the project in adherence and compliance to the World Bank and Government of South Sudan procurement guidelines, regulations and procedures. 2. Scope of Work and Responsibilities: The Consultant shall be required in consultation with the PMU team and the Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development undertake tasks including but not limited to the following : (a) Provide advice and ensure that procurement activities of the project are carried out in compliance with the project’s Operation Manual and World Bank Procurement Regulations; (b) Provide planning and management oversight for all procurement activities for Projects; (c) Initiate, coordinate, prepare and update Procurement Plans; (d) Prepare Bidding Documents for the procurement of works, goods and services; (e) Assess the training needs of the MoPS&HRD and provide on-the job training; (f) Support the MoPS&HRD to establish the procurement oversight arrangement; (g) Handle communications relating to procurement; (h) Ensure that complete documentation is maintained; (i) Coordinate and respond to procurement queries, disputes, and complaints; (j) Provide contract management oversight; (k) Prepare procurement reports for Financial Monitoring Reports (FMRs) for the World Bank and other donors. The Consultant will be required to undertake all tasks and deliver the outputs detailed in the terms of reference (TOR) that will be provided upon request through the email contact below or in person. 3. Selection Criteria: Selection shall be based on qualification and experience of the candidate and followed by an interview. The Consultant shall fulfil the following qualification and experience: • Master’s degree with a major in relevant discipline (e.g. procurement, accounting, finance, economics, engineering, law or business or related fields from a recognized University). • Professional qualification such as in CIPS or similar institutions will be added advantage. • A minimum of a 10 years of direct relevant procurement experience including broad expertise in the management of procurement in the public sector and implementing procurement activities with donors’ funded projects. • At least 8 years of experience in the capacity of procurement specialist implementing procurement actions according to international organizations guidelines/regulations such as the World Bank, African Development Bank, Asian Development Bank etc. for procurement of goods, services, and works. • Experience in a similar working environment like that of South Sudan. • Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office tools and Internet use. • Fluency in English is a must. • Excellent written and oral communication skills. The shortlisted candidates will be invited for oral interview. Consultant will be required to possess the skills and competences listed in the TOR. Government officials or civil servants will not be considered unless: (i) they are on leave of absence without pay or have resigned or retired six months prior to the date of the advert; and (ii) their employment will not create Conflict of interest. 4. Duration: Duration of the assignment is 24 months, renewable based on satisfactory performance and availability of funds. 5. The attention of interested individual consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank’s ‘Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers’ July 2016 revised November 2017, July 2018 and November 2020 [Procurement in investment Project Financing; Goods, Works, Non-Consulting and Consulting Services], setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest 6. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultants Selection method set out in the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations. 7. The MoPS&HRD now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services and furnish the Curriculum Vitae (CV) in the prescribed form that will be provided with the TOR upon request through the e-mail given below. 8. Submission of Applications and deadline: Interested Consultants may obtain further information including a detailed TOR and the format for the CV from the below email. An Expressions of Interest (EOI) and CV in the prescribed format with 3 reference persons must be sent to: [email protected] or delivered by hand on or before 4th October, 2024 at 17:00 Hours (Juba local time) The package must be clearly marked as “Application for Senior Procurement Specialist” and submitted to the address below. Program Coordinator (PFMIS) Project Management Unit, Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development (MoPS&HRD) Location: Ministries Complex Juba, Republic of South Sudan Email: [email protected]
Project Manager (36 months)
MINISTRY OF PUBLIC SERVICE AND HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (REOI) COUNTRY: Republic of South Sudan NAME OF PROJECT: Building Institutional Foundations for an Effective Public Service (BIFEPS) Project PROJECT ID: P500500 Grant No.: IDA-E3270 Assignment Title: Project Manager Reference No.: SS-MPSHRD-450939-CS-INDV Place of assignment: Juba, South Sudan Closing Date: 4th October, 2024 1. Background The Government of South Sudan (GSS) through the Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development (MoPS&HRD) has received a grant from the World Bank towards the cost of implementing Building Institutional Foundations for an Effective Public Service (BIFEPS) Project. The project development objective is to strengthen institutional and human resource capabilities in selected sectors. The project will focus on strengthening policies, procedures and systems for civil service management, institutional development to create sustainable public sector capacity, incentivizing the effective implementation of selected sector reforms, and change management. A Project Management Unit (PMU) has been established within the MoPS&HRD with the primary responsibility of project management and overseeing the performance of consultants and service providers. Other tasks of the PMU include stakeholder outreach and communications, fiduciary and procurement management, community engagement, results management and risk management. The MoPS&HRD is seeking to use part of the BIFEPS Project grant to finance an Individual Consultant to provide technical guidance and support in execution of the overall activities under the project in adherence and compliance to the World Bank and Government of South Sudan guidelines, regulations and procedures. 2. Scope of Work and Responsibilities: The Consultant shall be required in consultation with the PMU team and the Ministry of Public Service and Human Resource Development undertake tasks including but not limited to the following: (i) Carrying out day-to-day project activities under the guidance of the Programme Coordinator by providing leadership to ensure that the Project Development Objective and intended outputs and outcomes including technical assistance are achieved. (ii) To implement the activities, the Manager will refer to the “BIFEPS Project Operations Manual” (POM) which provides strategies, rules, procedures and guidance for the implementation of the BIFEPS project. (iii) Lead in the regular reviewing and updating of the BIFEPS POM as and when needed in consultation with the World Bank and the Government. (iv) Stakeholder management by identifying stakeholders important for delivering the success of the project objectives in addition to those identified in the POM (PMU, with the PAC, PTC, Technical Implementation Teams, Public Service Reform Champions, Aid Coordination) and establishing a positive working relationship through managing effective communication within the team and information sharing at technical levels. (v) Planning and preparation of missions, scheduling of mission meetings, reporting on the mission objectives and follow up of relevant action points with Government and any other stakeholder for timely resolution. (vi) In consultation and under the guidance of the Program Coordinator, contributing to the identification of key issues for dialogue to be discussed in the PTC and PAC meetings and support in preparing agenda notes and minutes. (vii) Advise the client on issues that may impact the achievement of anticipated outcomes (including technical challenges, capacity and systems, relationship management with government and non-government counterparts, grievance or other concerns arising in implementation, progress against timelines, and general performance of the project within each component. (viii) Identification of short-term Technical Assistance (TA) needs through considering the foreseen activities for TA support as provided in the workplans. (ix) Recruit, train and appraise staff. Ensure opportunities and incentives exist for staff to share case studies, lessons learned and best practices on implementation of project activities. (x) Supervise and monitor all tasks carried out by the PMU staff and review and approve their progress reports. (xi) Provide feedback to PMU specialists and management staff on policy, relationship management with government counterparts, and project communications. (xii) Quality assuring the draft annual work plans before they are approved to ensure that identified key steps and activities are relevant to achievement of the targeted results in each component and that the work plans and budgets are prepared and approved on time. (xiii) Making recommendations to Program Advisory Committee and Program Technical Committee, through the Program Coordinator, on how to effectively implement the approved work plans. (xiv) Monitor and adjust implementation of approved project work plans including the establishment of milestones as required. (xv) With support from the Senior Financial Management Specialist and Senior Procurement Specialist, ensure that the project maintains high standards of fiduciary due diligence to facilitate efficient and economical use of funds for the intended purposes towards the achievement of the overall Project Development Objective. (xvi) Support the strengthening of the public service management evaluation monitoring systems including enhancing those identified in the POM. (xvii) Ensure preparation and timely submission of regular and ad hoc reports to the MoPS&HRD and the World Bank to facilitate efficient monitoring of the progress of project implementation. The scope of work is not considered exhaustive, and modifications will be considered during the course of the engagement. The project manager will make every effort to engage, work with and build the capacity of appropriate GOSS staff in these activities. The Consultant will be required to undertake all tasks and deliver the outputs detailed in the terms of reference (TOR) that will be provided upon request through the email contact below or in person. 3. Selection Criteria: Selection shall be based on qualification and experience of the candidate and followed by an interview. The Consultant shall fulfil the following qualification and experience: • Advanced University Degree in Project Management, International Development, Economics, or other related Social Sciences, with 10 years of relevant professional experience in Project Management, International Development, economics, or related social sciences, or other relevant discipline. • At least 10 years’ direct experience working with or within civil service with at least 5 years of which have been acquired managing public sector reform projects as a team leader. • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in core public service management areas such as civil service policy reform, public administration, change management, required. • Experience working on civil service reform programmes in South Sudan or other conflict-affected countries in East Africa is an advantage. • Experience working on projects financed by international organizations such as the World Bank, African Development Bank, etc., is an advantage. • Strong management skills including ability to provide strategic guidance, technical oversight, mentor staff, develop work plans and manage budgets and project expenditures. • Good interpersonal skills with experience in networking with partners at all levels (ministries, donors, private sector, NGOs and local community-based organizations) • Experience working with international and donor organizations in the implementation of complex projects supported by multiple stakeholders. • Demonstrated written, analytical, presentation, reporting and computing skills and familiarity with modern communication systems (internet, worldwide web, email etc.) • Strong analytical skills, oral and written communication. • Substantial experience in leading teams of national and international experts. • Excellent working knowledge of English language, both writing and speaking. The shortlisted candidates will be invited for oral interview. Consultant will be required to possess the skills and competences listed in the TOR. Government officials or civil servants will not be considered unless: (i) they are on leave of absence without pay or have resigned or retired six months prior to the date of the advert; and (ii) their employment will not create Conflict of interest. 4. Duration: Duration of the assignment is 24 months, renewable based on satisfactory performance and availability of funds. 5. The attention of interested individual consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank’s ‘Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers’ July 2016 revised November 2017, July 2018 and November 2020 [Procurement in investment Project Financing; Goods, Works, Non-Consulting and Consulting Services], setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest 6. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultants Selection method set out in the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations. 7. The MoPS&HRD now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services and furnish the Curriculum Vitae (CV) in the prescribed form that will be provided with the TOR upon request through the e-mail given below. 8. Submission of Applications and deadline: Interested Consultants may obtain further information including a detailed TOR and the format for the CV from the below email. An Expressions of Interest (EOI) and CV in the prescribed format with 3 reference persons must be sent to: [email protected] or delivered by ha