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Page 1 / 1SMDF is seeking the support of a pioneer MFI in the Middle East and North Africa…
Request for Expressions of Interest EOI For the Provision of On the Job Training 1. The Government of Sudan has received a grant from the National Multi-Donor Trust Fund (MDTF-N), administered by the World Bank, to finance the Sudanese Microfinance Development Facility SMDF, project objective ,the SMDF is intended that part of the proceeds of this grant be applied to eligible payments under contracts for the provision ofconsultant services described below. 2. The Sudanese Microfinance development Facility SMDF now invites eligible Microfinance Finance Institutions' (MFI) to express their interest in conducting On job training for 7 MFI in Sudan the Microfinance Finance Institution will have overall responsibility for the preparation of Technical and Financial Proposals including all expenses. He should be familiar with internationally financed project procedures. 3. Objective Under the technical assistance component, SMDF is seeking the support of a pioneer MFI in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region with knowledgeable and technically experienced staff to support a group of MFI staff to acquire knowledge and develop practical skills to become sustainable microfinance service providers. The consultancy is expected to providementoring and coaching to the targeted MFIs, while identifying training gaps. Microfinance in Sudanis in its nascent stage and the availability of qualified staff is limited. Through on the job training, knowledgeable, experienced and skilled MFI staff in the region can assist build the capacity of the staff of newly established MFIs in Sudan. The assignment is expected to cover four States, and 7 potential MFIs. The consultancy is expected to cover the following areas: Operation functions: · Review MFIs' business strategy and plans while providing feedback and recommendationsfor improvement. · Review operation manuals and the application of policies and procedures, and discuss with MFI staff necessary improvements in the operations manual, as well as policies and procedures. · Identify main training needs of MFI staff and propose a training agenda, while maintaining flexibility for additional training needs that come up as the assignment progresses. Capacity development of staff: · Deliver on the job trainings based on the identification of training needs, through participatory learning and practical exercises. · Review the organizational structure of the MFIs and ability to achieve goals and objectives, and recommend improvements. · Review the requirements of the different units of the MFIs, jobs needed and the skillset required for each job or unit, and recommend improvements. · Review and discuss job descriptions of key staff · Develop and discuss practical methods for staff performance appraisal · Propose opportunities and methods for information sharing and exchange visits to encourage learning Deliverables · Comprehensive sharing of knowledge and skills with MFI staff through on the job trainings on various aspects of microfinance, good practices in policies and procedures, challenges, etc. · A comprehensive report outlining: (i) the main training needs of MFI staff; (ii) key areas of delivered trainings, (iii) the necessary skill set for MFI staff to perform their duties successfully; (iv) methods employed to enhance skills and knowledge with clear stepsfor MFI staff to follow in performing their duties; (v) staff performance appraisal methods, (vi) strategies for improving knowledge and exchange visits in the future; (vii) monitoring and evaluation of the MFI staff skill set prior to and after the trainings; and (viii) any other area as deemed necessary by the MFI to fulfill the objectives of this assignment. 4. Interested MFIs must provide a letter expressing their interest and information indicating their professional capability to carry out the services requested. Such information may include brochures, descriptions of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, availability of appropriate skills among staff, etc. 5. The SMDF will prepare shortlist of MFIs to whom the Request for Proposals will later be distributed. Only shortlisted MFIs will be contacted. MFIs will be selected in accordance with procedures set out by the Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants by World Bank Borrowers, (Current Edition). 6. Interested eligible MFIs may obtain further information at the address given below during office hours 09.00; 1600 before the deadline for the submission ofExpressions of Interest. 7. Complete Expressions of Interest documents with the MFIs contact name and address clearly indicated should be sent to the address below, no later than 10 Jan.1013 at 15.00 PM Address: New Extension Street 39 Cemetery Road Sudanese Microfinance Development Facility SMDF Procurement officer El faith Mohamed Ali Email [email protected] Cell phone 0911441910
Provision of Consultancy Services
Request for Expressions of Interest EOI For the Provision of Consultancy Services The Government of Sudanhas received a grant from the National Multi-Donor Trust Fund (MDTF-N), administered by the World Bank, to finance the Sudanese Microfinance Development Facility SMDF project, the SMDF is intended that part ofthe proceeds of this grant be applied to eligible payments under contracts for the provision of consultant services described below. The Sudanese Microfinance development Facility SMDF nowinvites eligible firms to express their interest for conducting market studies, development of business plans and preparation of operation manuals for MFIs Consultancy services The consultant firm will have overall responsibility for the preparation of Technical and Financial Proposals including all expenses. The firm should be familiar with internationally financed project procedures. 1. The objective The purpose of this assignment is to support a group of potential MFIs located in (Khartoum State, River Nile andEastern sector) to be eligible to be granted license in order to workas non-deposit taking microfinance service providers. The scope of work involves carrying out market researches, preparation of business plans and development of operation manuals. More specifically, the consultancy firm will do the following: 1. Market/research/studies: to help structure the MFI business plan and to discover: · The feasibility of their business · The marketability of the product/service · The need and the size of the market targeted by the business · The positioning of the business · Required resources to play competitively in the market · Possible obstacles that they may encounter when launching the business 2. Business strategy/plans development : It is utilization of the results of market studies. A business plan is created to explain and illustrate the vision stated for the targeted business, andto persuade others to help achieve that vision. The plan demonstrateswhat the business is going to be. The plan should also convince others that the business will be both successful and profitable. 3. Preparation of operation manuals: this is an important tool to provide guidelines of the MFI business processes. The manuals also serve as references for both internal and external purposes. And they help promote consistent outcomes. Interested Consultants must provide a letter expressing their interest and information indicating their professional capability to carry out the services requested. Such information may include brochures, descriptions of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, availability of appropriate skills among staff, etc. The SMDF will prepare shortlist of firms to whom the Request for Proposals will later be distributed. All firms that submitted the EOI will be informed regard the final result of the Selection. Consultants will be selected in accordance with procedures set out by the Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants by World Bank Borrowers, (Current Edition). Interested eligible firms may obtain further information at the address given below or through the Email during office hours 09.00 to 1500 before the deadline for the submission of Expressions of Interest. Complete Expressions ofInterest documents with the firm contact name and address clearly indicated should be sent to the address below, no later than 18 Dec .2012 at 15.00 PM Address: New Extension Street 39 Cemetery Road Sudanese Microfinance Development Facility SMDF Procurement officer El fatih Mohamed Ali Email [email protected] Cell phone 0911441910
The evaluation of the impact of microfinance in Sudan during the period of 2007-…
Request for Expressions of Interest EOI For the Provision of Consultancy Services 1. The Government of Sudan has received a grant from the National Multi-Donor Trust Fund (MDTF-N), administered by the World Bank, to finance the Sudanese Microfinance Development Facility SMDF, project objective ,the SMDF is intended that part ofthe proceeds of this grant be applied to eligible payments under contracts for the provision of consultant services described below. 2. The Sudanese Microfinance development Facility SMDF now invites eligible firms to express their interest in providing Microfinance sector impact Evaluation Consultancy services .The consultant will have overall responsibility for the preparation of Technical and Financial Proposals including all expenses. He should be familiar with internationally financed project procedures. Scope of Work The evaluation of the impact of microfinance in Sudan during the period of 2007-2012 will cover, but not limited to, the following areas: The effectiveness of the institutional and regulatory framework for microfinance through assessing the role of policies and stakeholders, including the SMDF, the Supreme Council for Microfinance, Microfinance Units at the CBOS branches, banks, MFIs, mediators, microfinance planning units in Ministries, etc. The outcomes of the CBOS microfinance policies on overall outcomes (poverty alleviation, employment, income, etc.). The evaluation should include: An analysis of the microfinance sector (number of institutions, products offered, volume of loans/savings, client profiles, etc). An analysis of microfinance policies and practices in Sudan as compared to international best practices for microfinance An analysis of stakeholder capacity Impact of microfinance and poverty reduction, employment, income, etc. Methodology The consulting firm should use both quantitative and qualitative methodologies including surveys, focus group sessions, case studies, individual interviews, etc. A quasi-experimental design should be used comparing clients and a non-client comparison group. The level of impact assessment will be measured at the client level. Within this level the following units of the assessment will be taken into account: the individual, family /household, enterprise. The consulting firms will present the most appropriate methodology for this assessment. 3. Interested Consultants must provide a letter expressing their interest and information indicating their professional capability to carry out the services requested. Such information mayinclude brochures, descriptions of similar assignments, experience insimilar conditions, availability of appropriate skills among staff, etc. 4. The SMDF will prepare shortlist of firms to whom the Request for Proposals will later be distributed. Only shortlisted Consultants will be contacted. Consultants will be selected in accordance with procedures set out by the Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants by World Bank Borrowers, (Current Edition). 5. Interested eligible firms may obtain further information at the address given below during office hours 09.00; 1600 before the deadline for the submission of Expressions of Interest. 6. Complete Expressions of Interest documents with the firm contact name and address clearly indicated should be sent to the address below, no later than Tuesday 29Nov.2012 at 15.00 PM Address: New Extension Street 39 Cemetery Road Sudanese Microfinance Development Facility SMDF Procurement officer El faith Mohamed Ali Email [email protected] Cell phone 0911441910
A HIGHLY QUALIFIED SUDANESE NATIONAL WHO, FOLLOWING A TRANSITION PERIOD, WILL AS…
Career Opportunity – Managing Director Background: The Sudanese Microfinance Development Facility (SMDF) is a microfinance development initiative, launched in 2008 by the Central Bank of Sudan and the Multi Donor Trust Fund that became a private limited liability company in August 2009. The SMDF is designed to support the establishment of new and existing microfinance institutions and providers through dissemination of best practices, technical assistance and training, financing and managing donor resources. It will support creation of new MFIs as well as downscaling banks and other providers to serve the sector. The Sudanese Microfinance Development Facility Co. Ltd. (SMDF) is an apex organization providing financing and technical assistance to support the development of a strong and sustainable microfinance sector in the Sudan, thus ensuring widespread access to high quality financial services to economically active low-income people.. To ensure a seamless handover, SMDF is seeking a highly qualified Sudanese national who, following a transition period, will assume the role of Managing Director of the SMDFCo. Ltd. Duties and Responsibilities The Managing Director will report to the Board of Directors and undertake the following key duties and responsibilities: • Management of the SMDF in compliance with the company's Charter and policies as approved by the Board of Directors • Be responsible for the overall administration and oversee the day-to-day operations of SMDF in line with international standards for best practices, transparency and governance. • In cooperation with the Central Bank of Sudan (CBOS) and its Microfinance Unit (MFU), define the strategic direction of the company with the objective of making the SMDF a leading organization within the microfinance sector. • Liaise with key stakeholders and actors in the Microfinance Sector, • Liaise with the Central Bank of Sudan and other government institutions • Identify business targets and the preparation of the underlying business plans and budgets presented to the Board for agreement . • Monitor the progress of the SMDF's operations compared to the business plan and for reporting regularly to theBoard • Ensure that staff training needs are meton an on-going basis • Undertake regular reviews of policies and procedures, as established by the Board • Set up a Fund structure with the aim of attracting additional finance to the sector • Prepare financial and activities reports • Identify project opportunities as well as capacity building and training needs for developing the MicrofinanceSector • Authorize procurements and payments in line with approved Board of Director authority levels • Ensure responsibility for the accuracy of the SMDF accounts · Undertake any other tasks assigned by, or at the direction of, the Board. Requirements: Required Skills and Experience • At least seven years' experience at a senior level within development and finance sector. Experience in microfinance management is an important preference indicator. • A proven in-depth knowledge of management of donor supported programs. • An excellent working knowledge of fund raising and establishing strategic partnership relationship. • Excellent general management capability as well as leadership skills. • Experienced in both; operational and financial aspects of managing donor supported programs. • A relevant advanced university degree (Economics, Business Administration, Development, Finance, or relevant fields) • Strong oral and written communication skills • Strong interpersonal and diplomatic skills to deal with a wide range of national and international stakeholders. • Satisfactory computing skills, including full fluency in the Microsoft Suite of Programs. • Fluency in Arabic and English is essential. Applicants should be Sudanese nationals of the highest professional standard, work ethics and integrity. Candidatures should be sent by email before 12:00pm.30/September /2012 attaching CV and stating salary requirements to [email protected] Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.