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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI) Name of Project: Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 Contract Title: Consulting Services for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook Type of Contract: Individual Consultant Selection Project ID: 180117 Grant No.: E2020 RFB Reference No.: ET-AFCFTA-517610-CS-INDV • The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. • The consulting services (“the Services”) is for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook. The expert will be responsible for developing the 1st Edition of the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Mechanism Handbook. The primary deliverable of this consultancy will be a set of milestones and reports outlining the full realization of the AfCFTA DSM Handbook. The handbook will be designed to assist State Parties and other stakeholders in effectively navigating the Dispute Settlement Mechanism within the AfCFTA framework. • The detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) for the assignment found at the following website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ (home page). • The AfCFTA Secretariat now invites eligible Consultants to indicate their interests in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information, as stipulated in the TOR, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The consultant must meet the minimum qualification and selection criteria indicated below: • Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in international law, regional integration, and inter-state party dispute settlement. • Experience in international trade law. • Experience in developing and publishing similar Handbooks for international dispute settlement mechanisms. • The candidate is required to hold an advanced university degree, Master of Laws degree (LLM) in Law, International Law (public international law, international organisations law, international trade law) with a specialization on Dispute Settlement from a recognised University with a minimum of fifteen (15) years’ professional experience in international law, regional integration, and dispute settlement. Experience in international trade law is an added advantage. • The Consultant(s) will be selected in accordance with the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, dated July 2016 and revised 7th Edition of September 2025 which can be found at the following website: www.worldbank.org/procurement. • The duration of the consultancy services is Six (6) Months. • 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” Fifth Edition of September 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. • Consultants will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant Selection (ICS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations. • Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours [weekdays Monday to Friday 0800hrs to 1700hrs local time excluding public holidays]. Interested Consultants are required to constantly and continually check the AfCFTA website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ for any additional information or clarification that may arise before the submission date. The Secretary General The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, Africa Trade House, Ambassadorial Enclave, Liberia Road, Ridge, Accra, Ghana Email address: [email protected] Website: www.au-afcfta.org • Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address above (in person, or by e-mail) by 12th March, 2026 at 5.00 pm GMT.
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SPECIFIC PROCUREMENT NOTICE REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ENGAGEMENT OF A DATA ANALYST ASSISTANT AND DATA SCIENTIST FOR GNHR PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION SUPPORT PERSONNEL SELECTION GOVERNMENT OF GHANA MINISTRY OF GENDER, CHILDREN AND SOCIAL PROTECTION (MOGCSP) GHANA PRODUCTIVE SAFETY NET PROJECT 2 (GPSNP 2) IDA Credit No.: IDA-68590 • BACKGROUND The Government of Ghana, in partnership with the World Bank, is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project (GPSNP 2) to strengthen the country's social protection system and improve the lives of the poorest households. The Social Protection mandate of the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MOGCSP) requires effective and efficient coordination of Social Protection interventions. This includes the harmonization of the targeting and selection of beneficiaries for these interventions. The World Bank funded Ghana Social Opportunities Project (GSOP) helped in establishing the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) implemented under the Ministry between 2015 and 2018. The objective of the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) is to identify, characterize, record, and prioritize poor and vulnerable households in Ghana to create a National Single Registry, as a way to ensure their access to the benefits offered by various Social Protection Programmes. It is expected to support the Government in its effort to: • progressively expand the implementation of social protection interventions. • strengthen the institutional capacity of Government in Targeting, coordinating and implementation of Social Protection Interventions. So far data collection has ended in eight regions (Upper East, Upper West, Northeast, Savannah, Northern, Central, Oti and the Volta regions). Currently, GNHR is about embarking on Scale Up and LEAP reassessment exercise which involves collecting data in all 16 regions. Desirous of scaling up the GSOP model, the Government of Ghana is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project II (GPSNP II), with assistance from the World Bank and other Development Partners. The objective of the GPSNP II is to support the Government to strengthen safety net systems that improve the productivity of the extreme poor in Ghana. The MoGCSP therefore intends to recruit Suitable Qualified Ghanaian National to occupy the position of Data Analyst Assistant and Monitoring and Data Collection Manager. DATA SCIENTIST (GH-MOGCSP-483834-CS-INDV) 1.0 OBJECTIVE OF ASSIGNMENT The primary objective of this assignment is to support the GNHR in improving the quality, accuracy, and usability of household data through advanced data science techniques. • • SCOPE OF WORK The Data Scientist will be responsible for the following tasks: • Advanced Data Analytics: Develop and implement advanced statistical models and machine learning algorithms to analyze data, predict trends, identify bottlenecks and develop effective solutions • Data Engineering: Design and maintain robust data pipelines for efficient data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Algorithm Development: Create and optimize algorithms for data integration and de-duplication, ensuring seamless merging of registry data internally and with other data sources, including administrative data and detailed mobile call data. • Big Data Management: Utilize big data technologies to handle large datasets and ensure data scalability and performance. • Innovative Solutions: Research and develop innovative data solutions to enhance the GNHR's data capabilities, supporting continuous updates without the need for home visits and interoperability with other databases. • Data Validation and Reliability: Ensure the reliability and validity of integrated data sources to maintain the accuracy of the registry. • Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with other teams to implement data-driven solutions and support decision-making processes. 3.0 QUALIFICATIONS • Education: Minimum a Masters degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field. • Experience: At least 5 years of experience in data science, with a focus on advanced analytics, machine learning, and big data technologies. • Skills: Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, R), big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark), and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau). Experience with integrating and validating external data sources is highly desirable. 4.0 DELIVERABLES • Advanced Analytical Models: Development and documentation of statistical models and machine learning algorithms. • Data Pipelines: Robust data pipelines for data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Integration Plan: A comprehensive plan for integrating external data sources with the registry data and internally • Validation Reports: Regular reports on the validation and reliability of integrated data sources. • Innovative Data Solutions: Research findings and implementation of innovative data solutions. 5.0 DURATION The assignment shall be for an initial period of nine (9) months from the date of contract signature renewable subject to satisfactory performance. EXPRESSION OF INTEREST The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2 (GPSNP 2) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) now invites eligible Project Implementation Personnel to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information through their Curriculum Vitae and other means, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the assignment. The selection will be carried out through open competition among qualified shortlisted individuals and in accordance with Section VII paragraphs 7.32 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (5th edition). The Consultants having the required experiences and competencies relevant to the various positions shall be assessed and compared using pass/fail. Further information and complete Terms of Reference can be obtained at the address below during office hours (i. e. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm). Expression of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below in person or by mail and clearly marked " Data Analyst Assistant or Data Scientist Monitoring and Data Collection Manager for the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) - Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2" by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, 10th March, 2026. The address referred to above is: The Chief Director Ministry Of Gender, Children and Social Protection (New Office Complex near Ridge Church) P. O. Box MBO 186 Ministries Accra, Ghana Tel: 0544006092 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mogcsp.gov.gh Attention: Director, Procurement and Supply Chain Management Directorate, Room 215 MoGCSP Only short-listed individuals will be contacted. NOTE MoGCSP reserves the right not to hire for a position if it determines that a candidate suitable for the position (s) was not identified. For such an event the position (s) affected will be re-advertised.
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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI) Name of Project: Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 Contract Title: Consulting Services for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook Type of Contract: Individual Consultant Selection Project ID: 180117 Grant No.: E2020 RFB Reference No.: ET-AFCFTA-517610-CS-INDV • The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. • The consulting services (“the Services”) is for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook. The expert will be responsible for developing the 1st Edition of the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Mechanism Handbook. The primary deliverable of this consultancy will be a set of milestones and reports outlining the full realization of the AfCFTA DSM Handbook. The handbook will be designed to assist State Parties and other stakeholders in effectively navigating the Dispute Settlement Mechanism within the AfCFTA framework. • The detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) for the assignment found at the following website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ (home page). • The AfCFTA Secretariat now invites eligible Consultants to indicate their interests in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information, as stipulated in the TOR, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The consultant must meet the minimum qualification and selection criteria indicated below: • Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in international law, regional integration, and inter-state party dispute settlement. • Experience in international trade law. • Experience in developing and publishing similar Handbooks for international dispute settlement mechanisms. • The candidate is required to hold an advanced university degree, Master of Laws degree (LLM) in Law, International Law (public international law, international organisations law, international trade law) with a specialization on Dispute Settlement from a recognised University with a minimum of fifteen (15) years’ professional experience in international law, regional integration, and dispute settlement. Experience in international trade law is an added advantage. • The Consultant(s) will be selected in accordance with the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, dated July 2016 and revised 7th Edition of September 2025 which can be found at the following website: www.worldbank.org/procurement. • The duration of the consultancy services is Six (6) Months. • 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” Fifth Edition of September 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. • Consultants will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant Selection (ICS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations. • Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours [weekdays Monday to Friday 0800hrs to 1700hrs local time excluding public holidays]. Interested Consultants are required to constantly and continually check the AfCFTA website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ for any additional information or clarification that may arise before the submission date. The Secretary General The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, Africa Trade House, Ambassadorial Enclave, Liberia Road, Ridge, Accra, Ghana Email address: [email protected] Website: www.au-afcfta.org • Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address above (in person, or by e-mail) by 12th March, 2026 at 5.00 pm GMT.
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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI) Name of Project: Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 Contract Title: Consulting Services for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook Type of Contract: Individual Consultant Selection Project ID: 180117 Grant No.: E2020 RFB Reference No.: ET-AFCFTA-517610-CS-INDV • The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. • The consulting services (“the Services”) is for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook. The expert will be responsible for developing the 1st Edition of the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Mechanism Handbook. The primary deliverable of this consultancy will be a set of milestones and reports outlining the full realization of the AfCFTA DSM Handbook. The handbook will be designed to assist State Parties and other stakeholders in effectively navigating the Dispute Settlement Mechanism within the AfCFTA framework. • The detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) for the assignment found at the following website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ (home page). • The AfCFTA Secretariat now invites eligible Consultants to indicate their interests in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information, as stipulated in the TOR, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The consultant must meet the minimum qualification and selection criteria indicated below: • Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in international law, regional integration, and inter-state party dispute settlement. • Experience in international trade law. • Experience in developing and publishing similar Handbooks for international dispute settlement mechanisms. • The candidate is required to hold an advanced university degree, Master of Laws degree (LLM) in Law, International Law (public international law, international organisations law, international trade law) with a specialization on Dispute Settlement from a recognised University with a minimum of fifteen (15) years’ professional experience in international law, regional integration, and dispute settlement. Experience in international trade law is an added advantage. • The Consultant(s) will be selected in accordance with the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, dated July 2016 and revised 7th Edition of September 2025 which can be found at the following website: www.worldbank.org/procurement. • The duration of the consultancy services is Six (6) Months. • 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” Fifth Edition of September 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. • Consultants will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant Selection (ICS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations. • Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours [weekdays Monday to Friday 0800hrs to 1700hrs local time excluding public holidays]. Interested Consultants are required to constantly and continually check the AfCFTA website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ for any additional information or clarification that may arise before the submission date. The Secretary General The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, Africa Trade House, Ambassadorial Enclave, Liberia Road, Ridge, Accra, Ghana Email address: [email protected] Website: www.au-afcfta.org • Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address above (in person, or by e-mail) by 12th March, 2026 at 5.00 pm GMT.
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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI) Name of Project: Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 Contract Title: Consulting Services for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook Type of Contract: Individual Consultant Selection Project ID: 180117 Grant No.: E2020 RFB Reference No.: ET-AFCFTA-517610-CS-INDV • The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. • The consulting services (“the Services”) is for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook. The expert will be responsible for developing the 1st Edition of the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Mechanism Handbook. The primary deliverable of this consultancy will be a set of milestones and reports outlining the full realization of the AfCFTA DSM Handbook. The handbook will be designed to assist State Parties and other stakeholders in effectively navigating the Dispute Settlement Mechanism within the AfCFTA framework. • The detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) for the assignment found at the following website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ (home page). • The AfCFTA Secretariat now invites eligible Consultants to indicate their interests in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information, as stipulated in the TOR, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The consultant must meet the minimum qualification and selection criteria indicated below: • Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in international law, regional integration, and inter-state party dispute settlement. • Experience in international trade law. • Experience in developing and publishing similar Handbooks for international dispute settlement mechanisms. • The candidate is required to hold an advanced university degree, Master of Laws degree (LLM) in Law, International Law (public international law, international organisations law, international trade law) with a specialization on Dispute Settlement from a recognised University with a minimum of fifteen (15) years’ professional experience in international law, regional integration, and dispute settlement. Experience in international trade law is an added advantage. • The Consultant(s) will be selected in accordance with the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, dated July 2016 and revised 7th Edition of September 2025 which can be found at the following website: www.worldbank.org/procurement. • The duration of the consultancy services is Six (6) Months. • 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” Fifth Edition of September 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. • Consultants will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant Selection (ICS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations. • Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours [weekdays Monday to Friday 0800hrs to 1700hrs local time excluding public holidays]. Interested Consultants are required to constantly and continually check the AfCFTA website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ for any additional information or clarification that may arise before the submission date. The Secretary General The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, Africa Trade House, Ambassadorial Enclave, Liberia Road, Ridge, Accra, Ghana Email address: [email protected] Website: www.au-afcfta.org • Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address above (in person, or by e-mail) by 12th March, 2026 at 5.00 pm GMT.
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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI) Name of Project: Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 Contract Title: Consulting Services for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook Type of Contract: Individual Consultant Selection Project ID: 180117 Grant No.: E2020 RFB Reference No.: ET-AFCFTA-517610-CS-INDV • The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. • The consulting services (“the Services”) is for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook. The expert will be responsible for developing the 1st Edition of the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Mechanism Handbook. The primary deliverable of this consultancy will be a set of milestones and reports outlining the full realization of the AfCFTA DSM Handbook. The handbook will be designed to assist State Parties and other stakeholders in effectively navigating the Dispute Settlement Mechanism within the AfCFTA framework. • The detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) for the assignment found at the following website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ (home page). • The AfCFTA Secretariat now invites eligible Consultants to indicate their interests in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information, as stipulated in the TOR, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The consultant must meet the minimum qualification and selection criteria indicated below: • Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in international law, regional integration, and inter-state party dispute settlement. • Experience in international trade law. • Experience in developing and publishing similar Handbooks for international dispute settlement mechanisms. • The candidate is required to hold an advanced university degree, Master of Laws degree (LLM) in Law, International Law (public international law, international organisations law, international trade law) with a specialization on Dispute Settlement from a recognised University with a minimum of fifteen (15) years’ professional experience in international law, regional integration, and dispute settlement. Experience in international trade law is an added advantage. • The Consultant(s) will be selected in accordance with the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, dated July 2016 and revised 7th Edition of September 2025 which can be found at the following website: www.worldbank.org/procurement. • The duration of the consultancy services is Six (6) Months. • 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” Fifth Edition of September 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. • Consultants will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant Selection (ICS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations. • Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours [weekdays Monday to Friday 0800hrs to 1700hrs local time excluding public holidays]. Interested Consultants are required to constantly and continually check the AfCFTA website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ for any additional information or clarification that may arise before the submission date. The Secretary General The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, Africa Trade House, Ambassadorial Enclave, Liberia Road, Ridge, Accra, Ghana Email address: [email protected] Website: www.au-afcfta.org • Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address above (in person, or by e-mail) by 12th March, 2026 at 5.00 pm GMT.
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SPECIFIC PROCUREMENT NOTICE REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ENGAGEMENT OF A DATA ANALYST ASSISTANT AND DATA SCIENTIST FOR GNHR PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION SUPPORT PERSONNEL SELECTION GOVERNMENT OF GHANA MINISTRY OF GENDER, CHILDREN AND SOCIAL PROTECTION (MOGCSP) GHANA PRODUCTIVE SAFETY NET PROJECT 2 (GPSNP 2) IDA Credit No.: IDA-68590 • BACKGROUND The Government of Ghana, in partnership with the World Bank, is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project (GPSNP 2) to strengthen the country's social protection system and improve the lives of the poorest households. The Social Protection mandate of the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MOGCSP) requires effective and efficient coordination of Social Protection interventions. This includes the harmonization of the targeting and selection of beneficiaries for these interventions. The World Bank funded Ghana Social Opportunities Project (GSOP) helped in establishing the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) implemented under the Ministry between 2015 and 2018. The objective of the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) is to identify, characterize, record, and prioritize poor and vulnerable households in Ghana to create a National Single Registry, as a way to ensure their access to the benefits offered by various Social Protection Programmes. It is expected to support the Government in its effort to: • progressively expand the implementation of social protection interventions. • strengthen the institutional capacity of Government in Targeting, coordinating and implementation of Social Protection Interventions. So far data collection has ended in eight regions (Upper East, Upper West, Northeast, Savannah, Northern, Central, Oti and the Volta regions). Currently, GNHR is about embarking on Scale Up and LEAP reassessment exercise which involves collecting data in all 16 regions. Desirous of scaling up the GSOP model, the Government of Ghana is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project II (GPSNP II), with assistance from the World Bank and other Development Partners. The objective of the GPSNP II is to support the Government to strengthen safety net systems that improve the productivity of the extreme poor in Ghana. The MoGCSP therefore intends to recruit Suitable Qualified Ghanaian National to occupy the position of Data Analyst Assistant and Monitoring and Data Collection Manager. DATA SCIENTIST (GH-MOGCSP-483834-CS-INDV) 1.0 OBJECTIVE OF ASSIGNMENT The primary objective of this assignment is to support the GNHR in improving the quality, accuracy, and usability of household data through advanced data science techniques. • • SCOPE OF WORK The Data Scientist will be responsible for the following tasks: • Advanced Data Analytics: Develop and implement advanced statistical models and machine learning algorithms to analyze data, predict trends, identify bottlenecks and develop effective solutions • Data Engineering: Design and maintain robust data pipelines for efficient data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Algorithm Development: Create and optimize algorithms for data integration and de-duplication, ensuring seamless merging of registry data internally and with other data sources, including administrative data and detailed mobile call data. • Big Data Management: Utilize big data technologies to handle large datasets and ensure data scalability and performance. • Innovative Solutions: Research and develop innovative data solutions to enhance the GNHR's data capabilities, supporting continuous updates without the need for home visits and interoperability with other databases. • Data Validation and Reliability: Ensure the reliability and validity of integrated data sources to maintain the accuracy of the registry. • Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with other teams to implement data-driven solutions and support decision-making processes. 3.0 QUALIFICATIONS • Education: Minimum a Masters degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field. • Experience: At least 5 years of experience in data science, with a focus on advanced analytics, machine learning, and big data technologies. • Skills: Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, R), big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark), and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau). Experience with integrating and validating external data sources is highly desirable. 4.0 DELIVERABLES • Advanced Analytical Models: Development and documentation of statistical models and machine learning algorithms. • Data Pipelines: Robust data pipelines for data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Integration Plan: A comprehensive plan for integrating external data sources with the registry data and internally • Validation Reports: Regular reports on the validation and reliability of integrated data sources. • Innovative Data Solutions: Research findings and implementation of innovative data solutions. 5.0 DURATION The assignment shall be for an initial period of nine (9) months from the date of contract signature renewable subject to satisfactory performance. EXPRESSION OF INTEREST The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2 (GPSNP 2) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) now invites eligible Project Implementation Personnel to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information through their Curriculum Vitae and other means, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the assignment. The selection will be carried out through open competition among qualified shortlisted individuals and in accordance with Section VII paragraphs 7.32 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (5th edition). The Consultants having the required experiences and competencies relevant to the various positions shall be assessed and compared using pass/fail. Further information and complete Terms of Reference can be obtained at the address below during office hours (i. e. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm). Expression of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below in person or by mail and clearly marked " Data Analyst Assistant or Data Scientist Monitoring and Data Collection Manager for the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) - Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2" by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, 10th March, 2026. The address referred to above is: The Chief Director Ministry Of Gender, Children and Social Protection (New Office Complex near Ridge Church) P. O. Box MBO 186 Ministries Accra, Ghana Tel: 0544006092 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mogcsp.gov.gh Attention: Director, Procurement and Supply Chain Management Directorate, Room 215 MoGCSP Only short-listed individuals will be contacted. NOTE MoGCSP reserves the right not to hire for a position if it determines that a candidate suitable for the position (s) was not identified. For such an event the position (s) affected will be re-advertised.
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SPECIFIC PROCUREMENT NOTICE REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ENGAGEMENT OF A DATA ANALYST ASSISTANT AND DATA SCIENTIST FOR GNHR PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION SUPPORT PERSONNEL SELECTION GOVERNMENT OF GHANA MINISTRY OF GENDER, CHILDREN AND SOCIAL PROTECTION (MOGCSP) GHANA PRODUCTIVE SAFETY NET PROJECT 2 (GPSNP 2) IDA Credit No.: IDA-68590 • BACKGROUND The Government of Ghana, in partnership with the World Bank, is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project (GPSNP 2) to strengthen the country's social protection system and improve the lives of the poorest households. The Social Protection mandate of the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MOGCSP) requires effective and efficient coordination of Social Protection interventions. This includes the harmonization of the targeting and selection of beneficiaries for these interventions. The World Bank funded Ghana Social Opportunities Project (GSOP) helped in establishing the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) implemented under the Ministry between 2015 and 2018. The objective of the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) is to identify, characterize, record, and prioritize poor and vulnerable households in Ghana to create a National Single Registry, as a way to ensure their access to the benefits offered by various Social Protection Programmes. It is expected to support the Government in its effort to: • progressively expand the implementation of social protection interventions. • strengthen the institutional capacity of Government in Targeting, coordinating and implementation of Social Protection Interventions. So far data collection has ended in eight regions (Upper East, Upper West, Northeast, Savannah, Northern, Central, Oti and the Volta regions). Currently, GNHR is about embarking on Scale Up and LEAP reassessment exercise which involves collecting data in all 16 regions. Desirous of scaling up the GSOP model, the Government of Ghana is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project II (GPSNP II), with assistance from the World Bank and other Development Partners. The objective of the GPSNP II is to support the Government to strengthen safety net systems that improve the productivity of the extreme poor in Ghana. The MoGCSP therefore intends to recruit Suitable Qualified Ghanaian National to occupy the position of Data Analyst Assistant and Monitoring and Data Collection Manager. DATA SCIENTIST (GH-MOGCSP-483834-CS-INDV) 1.0 OBJECTIVE OF ASSIGNMENT The primary objective of this assignment is to support the GNHR in improving the quality, accuracy, and usability of household data through advanced data science techniques. • • SCOPE OF WORK The Data Scientist will be responsible for the following tasks: • Advanced Data Analytics: Develop and implement advanced statistical models and machine learning algorithms to analyze data, predict trends, identify bottlenecks and develop effective solutions • Data Engineering: Design and maintain robust data pipelines for efficient data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Algorithm Development: Create and optimize algorithms for data integration and de-duplication, ensuring seamless merging of registry data internally and with other data sources, including administrative data and detailed mobile call data. • Big Data Management: Utilize big data technologies to handle large datasets and ensure data scalability and performance. • Innovative Solutions: Research and develop innovative data solutions to enhance the GNHR's data capabilities, supporting continuous updates without the need for home visits and interoperability with other databases. • Data Validation and Reliability: Ensure the reliability and validity of integrated data sources to maintain the accuracy of the registry. • Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with other teams to implement data-driven solutions and support decision-making processes. 3.0 QUALIFICATIONS • Education: Minimum a Masters degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field. • Experience: At least 5 years of experience in data science, with a focus on advanced analytics, machine learning, and big data technologies. • Skills: Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, R), big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark), and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau). Experience with integrating and validating external data sources is highly desirable. 4.0 DELIVERABLES • Advanced Analytical Models: Development and documentation of statistical models and machine learning algorithms. • Data Pipelines: Robust data pipelines for data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Integration Plan: A comprehensive plan for integrating external data sources with the registry data and internally • Validation Reports: Regular reports on the validation and reliability of integrated data sources. • Innovative Data Solutions: Research findings and implementation of innovative data solutions. 5.0 DURATION The assignment shall be for an initial period of nine (9) months from the date of contract signature renewable subject to satisfactory performance. EXPRESSION OF INTEREST The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2 (GPSNP 2) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) now invites eligible Project Implementation Personnel to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information through their Curriculum Vitae and other means, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the assignment. The selection will be carried out through open competition among qualified shortlisted individuals and in accordance with Section VII paragraphs 7.32 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (5th edition). The Consultants having the required experiences and competencies relevant to the various positions shall be assessed and compared using pass/fail. Further information and complete Terms of Reference can be obtained at the address below during office hours (i. e. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm). Expression of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below in person or by mail and clearly marked " Data Analyst Assistant or Data Scientist Monitoring and Data Collection Manager for the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) - Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2" by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, 10th March, 2026. The address referred to above is: The Chief Director Ministry Of Gender, Children and Social Protection (New Office Complex near Ridge Church) P. O. Box MBO 186 Ministries Accra, Ghana Tel: 0544006092 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mogcsp.gov.gh Attention: Director, Procurement and Supply Chain Management Directorate, Room 215 MoGCSP Only short-listed individuals will be contacted. NOTE MoGCSP reserves the right not to hire for a position if it determines that a candidate suitable for the position (s) was not identified. For such an event the position (s) affected will be re-advertised.
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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI) Name of Project: Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 Contract Title: Consulting Services for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook Type of Contract: Individual Consultant Selection Project ID: 180117 Grant No.: E2020 RFB Reference No.: ET-AFCFTA-517610-CS-INDV • The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. • The consulting services (“the Services”) is for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook. The expert will be responsible for developing the 1st Edition of the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Mechanism Handbook. The primary deliverable of this consultancy will be a set of milestones and reports outlining the full realization of the AfCFTA DSM Handbook. The handbook will be designed to assist State Parties and other stakeholders in effectively navigating the Dispute Settlement Mechanism within the AfCFTA framework. • The detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) for the assignment found at the following website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ (home page). • The AfCFTA Secretariat now invites eligible Consultants to indicate their interests in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information, as stipulated in the TOR, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The consultant must meet the minimum qualification and selection criteria indicated below: • Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in international law, regional integration, and inter-state party dispute settlement. • Experience in international trade law. • Experience in developing and publishing similar Handbooks for international dispute settlement mechanisms. • The candidate is required to hold an advanced university degree, Master of Laws degree (LLM) in Law, International Law (public international law, international organisations law, international trade law) with a specialization on Dispute Settlement from a recognised University with a minimum of fifteen (15) years’ professional experience in international law, regional integration, and dispute settlement. Experience in international trade law is an added advantage. • The Consultant(s) will be selected in accordance with the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, dated July 2016 and revised 7th Edition of September 2025 which can be found at the following website: www.worldbank.org/procurement. • The duration of the consultancy services is Six (6) Months. • 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” Fifth Edition of September 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. • Consultants will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant Selection (ICS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations. • Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours [weekdays Monday to Friday 0800hrs to 1700hrs local time excluding public holidays]. Interested Consultants are required to constantly and continually check the AfCFTA website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ for any additional information or clarification that may arise before the submission date. The Secretary General The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, Africa Trade House, Ambassadorial Enclave, Liberia Road, Ridge, Accra, Ghana Email address: [email protected] Website: www.au-afcfta.org • Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address above (in person, or by e-mail) by 12th March, 2026 at 5.00 pm GMT.
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SPECIFIC PROCUREMENT NOTICE REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ENGAGEMENT OF A DATA ANALYST ASSISTANT AND DATA SCIENTIST FOR GNHR PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION SUPPORT PERSONNEL SELECTION GOVERNMENT OF GHANA MINISTRY OF GENDER, CHILDREN AND SOCIAL PROTECTION (MOGCSP) GHANA PRODUCTIVE SAFETY NET PROJECT 2 (GPSNP 2) IDA Credit No.: IDA-68590 • BACKGROUND The Government of Ghana, in partnership with the World Bank, is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project (GPSNP 2) to strengthen the country's social protection system and improve the lives of the poorest households. The Social Protection mandate of the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MOGCSP) requires effective and efficient coordination of Social Protection interventions. This includes the harmonization of the targeting and selection of beneficiaries for these interventions. The World Bank funded Ghana Social Opportunities Project (GSOP) helped in establishing the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) implemented under the Ministry between 2015 and 2018. The objective of the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) is to identify, characterize, record, and prioritize poor and vulnerable households in Ghana to create a National Single Registry, as a way to ensure their access to the benefits offered by various Social Protection Programmes. It is expected to support the Government in its effort to: • progressively expand the implementation of social protection interventions. • strengthen the institutional capacity of Government in Targeting, coordinating and implementation of Social Protection Interventions. So far data collection has ended in eight regions (Upper East, Upper West, Northeast, Savannah, Northern, Central, Oti and the Volta regions). Currently, GNHR is about embarking on Scale Up and LEAP reassessment exercise which involves collecting data in all 16 regions. Desirous of scaling up the GSOP model, the Government of Ghana is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project II (GPSNP II), with assistance from the World Bank and other Development Partners. The objective of the GPSNP II is to support the Government to strengthen safety net systems that improve the productivity of the extreme poor in Ghana. The MoGCSP therefore intends to recruit Suitable Qualified Ghanaian National to occupy the position of Data Analyst Assistant and Monitoring and Data Collection Manager. DATA SCIENTIST (GH-MOGCSP-483834-CS-INDV) 1.0 OBJECTIVE OF ASSIGNMENT The primary objective of this assignment is to support the GNHR in improving the quality, accuracy, and usability of household data through advanced data science techniques. • • SCOPE OF WORK The Data Scientist will be responsible for the following tasks: • Advanced Data Analytics: Develop and implement advanced statistical models and machine learning algorithms to analyze data, predict trends, identify bottlenecks and develop effective solutions • Data Engineering: Design and maintain robust data pipelines for efficient data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Algorithm Development: Create and optimize algorithms for data integration and de-duplication, ensuring seamless merging of registry data internally and with other data sources, including administrative data and detailed mobile call data. • Big Data Management: Utilize big data technologies to handle large datasets and ensure data scalability and performance. • Innovative Solutions: Research and develop innovative data solutions to enhance the GNHR's data capabilities, supporting continuous updates without the need for home visits and interoperability with other databases. • Data Validation and Reliability: Ensure the reliability and validity of integrated data sources to maintain the accuracy of the registry. • Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with other teams to implement data-driven solutions and support decision-making processes. 3.0 QUALIFICATIONS • Education: Minimum a Masters degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field. • Experience: At least 5 years of experience in data science, with a focus on advanced analytics, machine learning, and big data technologies. • Skills: Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, R), big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark), and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau). Experience with integrating and validating external data sources is highly desirable. 4.0 DELIVERABLES • Advanced Analytical Models: Development and documentation of statistical models and machine learning algorithms. • Data Pipelines: Robust data pipelines for data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Integration Plan: A comprehensive plan for integrating external data sources with the registry data and internally • Validation Reports: Regular reports on the validation and reliability of integrated data sources. • Innovative Data Solutions: Research findings and implementation of innovative data solutions. 5.0 DURATION The assignment shall be for an initial period of nine (9) months from the date of contract signature renewable subject to satisfactory performance. EXPRESSION OF INTEREST The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2 (GPSNP 2) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) now invites eligible Project Implementation Personnel to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information through their Curriculum Vitae and other means, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the assignment. The selection will be carried out through open competition among qualified shortlisted individuals and in accordance with Section VII paragraphs 7.32 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (5th edition). The Consultants having the required experiences and competencies relevant to the various positions shall be assessed and compared using pass/fail. Further information and complete Terms of Reference can be obtained at the address below during office hours (i. e. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm). Expression of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below in person or by mail and clearly marked " Data Analyst Assistant or Data Scientist Monitoring and Data Collection Manager for the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) - Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2" by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, 10th March, 2026. The address referred to above is: The Chief Director Ministry Of Gender, Children and Social Protection (New Office Complex near Ridge Church) P. O. Box MBO 186 Ministries Accra, Ghana Tel: 0544006092 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mogcsp.gov.gh Attention: Director, Procurement and Supply Chain Management Directorate, Room 215 MoGCSP Only short-listed individuals will be contacted. NOTE MoGCSP reserves the right not to hire for a position if it determines that a candidate suitable for the position (s) was not identified. For such an event the position (s) affected will be re-advertised.
Source:projects.worldbank.org
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI) Name of Project: Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 Contract Title: Consulting Services for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook Type of Contract: Individual Consultant Selection Project ID: 180117 Grant No.: E2020 RFB Reference No.: ET-AFCFTA-517610-CS-INDV • The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. • The consulting services (“the Services”) is for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook. The expert will be responsible for developing the 1st Edition of the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Mechanism Handbook. The primary deliverable of this consultancy will be a set of milestones and reports outlining the full realization of the AfCFTA DSM Handbook. The handbook will be designed to assist State Parties and other stakeholders in effectively navigating the Dispute Settlement Mechanism within the AfCFTA framework. • The detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) for the assignment found at the following website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ (home page). • The AfCFTA Secretariat now invites eligible Consultants to indicate their interests in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information, as stipulated in the TOR, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The consultant must meet the minimum qualification and selection criteria indicated below: • Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in international law, regional integration, and inter-state party dispute settlement. • Experience in international trade law. • Experience in developing and publishing similar Handbooks for international dispute settlement mechanisms. • The candidate is required to hold an advanced university degree, Master of Laws degree (LLM) in Law, International Law (public international law, international organisations law, international trade law) with a specialization on Dispute Settlement from a recognised University with a minimum of fifteen (15) years’ professional experience in international law, regional integration, and dispute settlement. Experience in international trade law is an added advantage. • The Consultant(s) will be selected in accordance with the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, dated July 2016 and revised 7th Edition of September 2025 which can be found at the following website: www.worldbank.org/procurement. • The duration of the consultancy services is Six (6) Months. • 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” Fifth Edition of September 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. • Consultants will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant Selection (ICS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations. • Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours [weekdays Monday to Friday 0800hrs to 1700hrs local time excluding public holidays]. Interested Consultants are required to constantly and continually check the AfCFTA website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ for any additional information or clarification that may arise before the submission date. The Secretary General The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, Africa Trade House, Ambassadorial Enclave, Liberia Road, Ridge, Accra, Ghana Email address: [email protected] Website: www.au-afcfta.org • Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address above (in person, or by e-mail) by 12th March, 2026 at 5.00 pm GMT.
Source:projects.worldbank.org
SPECIFIC PROCUREMENT NOTICE REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ENGAGEMENT OF A DATA ANALYST ASSISTANT AND DATA SCIENTIST FOR GNHR PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION SUPPORT PERSONNEL SELECTION GOVERNMENT OF GHANA MINISTRY OF GENDER, CHILDREN AND SOCIAL PROTECTION (MOGCSP) GHANA PRODUCTIVE SAFETY NET PROJECT 2 (GPSNP 2) IDA Credit No.: IDA-68590 • BACKGROUND The Government of Ghana, in partnership with the World Bank, is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project (GPSNP 2) to strengthen the country's social protection system and improve the lives of the poorest households. The Social Protection mandate of the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MOGCSP) requires effective and efficient coordination of Social Protection interventions. This includes the harmonization of the targeting and selection of beneficiaries for these interventions. The World Bank funded Ghana Social Opportunities Project (GSOP) helped in establishing the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) implemented under the Ministry between 2015 and 2018. The objective of the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) is to identify, characterize, record, and prioritize poor and vulnerable households in Ghana to create a National Single Registry, as a way to ensure their access to the benefits offered by various Social Protection Programmes. It is expected to support the Government in its effort to: • progressively expand the implementation of social protection interventions. • strengthen the institutional capacity of Government in Targeting, coordinating and implementation of Social Protection Interventions. So far data collection has ended in eight regions (Upper East, Upper West, Northeast, Savannah, Northern, Central, Oti and the Volta regions). Currently, GNHR is about embarking on Scale Up and LEAP reassessment exercise which involves collecting data in all 16 regions. Desirous of scaling up the GSOP model, the Government of Ghana is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project II (GPSNP II), with assistance from the World Bank and other Development Partners. The objective of the GPSNP II is to support the Government to strengthen safety net systems that improve the productivity of the extreme poor in Ghana. The MoGCSP therefore intends to recruit Suitable Qualified Ghanaian National to occupy the position of Data Analyst Assistant and Monitoring and Data Collection Manager. DATA SCIENTIST (GH-MOGCSP-483834-CS-INDV) 1.0 OBJECTIVE OF ASSIGNMENT The primary objective of this assignment is to support the GNHR in improving the quality, accuracy, and usability of household data through advanced data science techniques. • • SCOPE OF WORK The Data Scientist will be responsible for the following tasks: • Advanced Data Analytics: Develop and implement advanced statistical models and machine learning algorithms to analyze data, predict trends, identify bottlenecks and develop effective solutions • Data Engineering: Design and maintain robust data pipelines for efficient data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Algorithm Development: Create and optimize algorithms for data integration and de-duplication, ensuring seamless merging of registry data internally and with other data sources, including administrative data and detailed mobile call data. • Big Data Management: Utilize big data technologies to handle large datasets and ensure data scalability and performance. • Innovative Solutions: Research and develop innovative data solutions to enhance the GNHR's data capabilities, supporting continuous updates without the need for home visits and interoperability with other databases. • Data Validation and Reliability: Ensure the reliability and validity of integrated data sources to maintain the accuracy of the registry. • Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with other teams to implement data-driven solutions and support decision-making processes. 3.0 QUALIFICATIONS • Education: Minimum a Masters degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field. • Experience: At least 5 years of experience in data science, with a focus on advanced analytics, machine learning, and big data technologies. • Skills: Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, R), big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark), and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau). Experience with integrating and validating external data sources is highly desirable. 4.0 DELIVERABLES • Advanced Analytical Models: Development and documentation of statistical models and machine learning algorithms. • Data Pipelines: Robust data pipelines for data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Integration Plan: A comprehensive plan for integrating external data sources with the registry data and internally • Validation Reports: Regular reports on the validation and reliability of integrated data sources. • Innovative Data Solutions: Research findings and implementation of innovative data solutions. 5.0 DURATION The assignment shall be for an initial period of nine (9) months from the date of contract signature renewable subject to satisfactory performance. EXPRESSION OF INTEREST The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2 (GPSNP 2) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) now invites eligible Project Implementation Personnel to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information through their Curriculum Vitae and other means, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the assignment. The selection will be carried out through open competition among qualified shortlisted individuals and in accordance with Section VII paragraphs 7.32 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (5th edition). The Consultants having the required experiences and competencies relevant to the various positions shall be assessed and compared using pass/fail. Further information and complete Terms of Reference can be obtained at the address below during office hours (i. e. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm). Expression of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below in person or by mail and clearly marked " Data Analyst Assistant or Data Scientist Monitoring and Data Collection Manager for the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) - Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2" by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, 10th March, 2026. The address referred to above is: The Chief Director Ministry Of Gender, Children and Social Protection (New Office Complex near Ridge Church) P. O. Box MBO 186 Ministries Accra, Ghana Tel: 0544006092 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mogcsp.gov.gh Attention: Director, Procurement and Supply Chain Management Directorate, Room 215 MoGCSP Only short-listed individuals will be contacted. NOTE MoGCSP reserves the right not to hire for a position if it determines that a candidate suitable for the position (s) was not identified. For such an event the position (s) affected will be re-advertised.
Source:projects.worldbank.org
SPECIFIC PROCUREMENT NOTICE REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ENGAGEMENT OF A DATA ANALYST ASSISTANT AND DATA SCIENTIST FOR GNHR PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION SUPPORT PERSONNEL SELECTION GOVERNMENT OF GHANA MINISTRY OF GENDER, CHILDREN AND SOCIAL PROTECTION (MOGCSP) GHANA PRODUCTIVE SAFETY NET PROJECT 2 (GPSNP 2) IDA Credit No.: IDA-68590 • BACKGROUND The Government of Ghana, in partnership with the World Bank, is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project (GPSNP 2) to strengthen the country's social protection system and improve the lives of the poorest households. The Social Protection mandate of the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MOGCSP) requires effective and efficient coordination of Social Protection interventions. This includes the harmonization of the targeting and selection of beneficiaries for these interventions. The World Bank funded Ghana Social Opportunities Project (GSOP) helped in establishing the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) implemented under the Ministry between 2015 and 2018. The objective of the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) is to identify, characterize, record, and prioritize poor and vulnerable households in Ghana to create a National Single Registry, as a way to ensure their access to the benefits offered by various Social Protection Programmes. It is expected to support the Government in its effort to: • progressively expand the implementation of social protection interventions. • strengthen the institutional capacity of Government in Targeting, coordinating and implementation of Social Protection Interventions. So far data collection has ended in eight regions (Upper East, Upper West, Northeast, Savannah, Northern, Central, Oti and the Volta regions). Currently, GNHR is about embarking on Scale Up and LEAP reassessment exercise which involves collecting data in all 16 regions. Desirous of scaling up the GSOP model, the Government of Ghana is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project II (GPSNP II), with assistance from the World Bank and other Development Partners. The objective of the GPSNP II is to support the Government to strengthen safety net systems that improve the productivity of the extreme poor in Ghana. The MoGCSP therefore intends to recruit Suitable Qualified Ghanaian National to occupy the position of Data Analyst Assistant and Monitoring and Data Collection Manager. DATA SCIENTIST (GH-MOGCSP-483834-CS-INDV) 1.0 OBJECTIVE OF ASSIGNMENT The primary objective of this assignment is to support the GNHR in improving the quality, accuracy, and usability of household data through advanced data science techniques. • • SCOPE OF WORK The Data Scientist will be responsible for the following tasks: • Advanced Data Analytics: Develop and implement advanced statistical models and machine learning algorithms to analyze data, predict trends, identify bottlenecks and develop effective solutions • Data Engineering: Design and maintain robust data pipelines for efficient data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Algorithm Development: Create and optimize algorithms for data integration and de-duplication, ensuring seamless merging of registry data internally and with other data sources, including administrative data and detailed mobile call data. • Big Data Management: Utilize big data technologies to handle large datasets and ensure data scalability and performance. • Innovative Solutions: Research and develop innovative data solutions to enhance the GNHR's data capabilities, supporting continuous updates without the need for home visits and interoperability with other databases. • Data Validation and Reliability: Ensure the reliability and validity of integrated data sources to maintain the accuracy of the registry. • Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with other teams to implement data-driven solutions and support decision-making processes. 3.0 QUALIFICATIONS • Education: Minimum a Masters degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field. • Experience: At least 5 years of experience in data science, with a focus on advanced analytics, machine learning, and big data technologies. • Skills: Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, R), big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark), and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau). Experience with integrating and validating external data sources is highly desirable. 4.0 DELIVERABLES • Advanced Analytical Models: Development and documentation of statistical models and machine learning algorithms. • Data Pipelines: Robust data pipelines for data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Integration Plan: A comprehensive plan for integrating external data sources with the registry data and internally • Validation Reports: Regular reports on the validation and reliability of integrated data sources. • Innovative Data Solutions: Research findings and implementation of innovative data solutions. 5.0 DURATION The assignment shall be for an initial period of nine (9) months from the date of contract signature renewable subject to satisfactory performance. EXPRESSION OF INTEREST The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2 (GPSNP 2) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) now invites eligible Project Implementation Personnel to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information through their Curriculum Vitae and other means, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the assignment. The selection will be carried out through open competition among qualified shortlisted individuals and in accordance with Section VII paragraphs 7.32 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (5th edition). The Consultants having the required experiences and competencies relevant to the various positions shall be assessed and compared using pass/fail. Further information and complete Terms of Reference can be obtained at the address below during office hours (i. e. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm). Expression of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below in person or by mail and clearly marked " Data Analyst Assistant or Data Scientist Monitoring and Data Collection Manager for the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) - Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2" by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, 10th March, 2026. The address referred to above is: The Chief Director Ministry Of Gender, Children and Social Protection (New Office Complex near Ridge Church) P. O. Box MBO 186 Ministries Accra, Ghana Tel: 0544006092 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mogcsp.gov.gh Attention: Director, Procurement and Supply Chain Management Directorate, Room 215 MoGCSP Only short-listed individuals will be contacted. NOTE MoGCSP reserves the right not to hire for a position if it determines that a candidate suitable for the position (s) was not identified. For such an event the position (s) affected will be re-advertised.
Source:projects.worldbank.org
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI) Name of Project: Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 Contract Title: Consulting Services for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook Type of Contract: Individual Consultant Selection Project ID: 180117 Grant No.: E2020 RFB Reference No.: ET-AFCFTA-517610-CS-INDV • The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. • The consulting services (“the Services”) is for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook. The expert will be responsible for developing the 1st Edition of the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Mechanism Handbook. The primary deliverable of this consultancy will be a set of milestones and reports outlining the full realization of the AfCFTA DSM Handbook. The handbook will be designed to assist State Parties and other stakeholders in effectively navigating the Dispute Settlement Mechanism within the AfCFTA framework. • The detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) for the assignment found at the following website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ (home page). • The AfCFTA Secretariat now invites eligible Consultants to indicate their interests in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information, as stipulated in the TOR, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The consultant must meet the minimum qualification and selection criteria indicated below: • Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in international law, regional integration, and inter-state party dispute settlement. • Experience in international trade law. • Experience in developing and publishing similar Handbooks for international dispute settlement mechanisms. • The candidate is required to hold an advanced university degree, Master of Laws degree (LLM) in Law, International Law (public international law, international organisations law, international trade law) with a specialization on Dispute Settlement from a recognised University with a minimum of fifteen (15) years’ professional experience in international law, regional integration, and dispute settlement. Experience in international trade law is an added advantage. • The Consultant(s) will be selected in accordance with the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, dated July 2016 and revised 7th Edition of September 2025 which can be found at the following website: www.worldbank.org/procurement. • The duration of the consultancy services is Six (6) Months. • 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” Fifth Edition of September 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. • Consultants will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant Selection (ICS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations. • Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours [weekdays Monday to Friday 0800hrs to 1700hrs local time excluding public holidays]. Interested Consultants are required to constantly and continually check the AfCFTA website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ for any additional information or clarification that may arise before the submission date. The Secretary General The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, Africa Trade House, Ambassadorial Enclave, Liberia Road, Ridge, Accra, Ghana Email address: [email protected] Website: www.au-afcfta.org • Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address above (in person, or by e-mail) by 12th March, 2026 at 5.00 pm GMT.
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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI) Name of Project: Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 Contract Title: Consulting Services for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook Type of Contract: Individual Consultant Selection Project ID: 180117 Grant No.: E2020 RFB Reference No.: ET-AFCFTA-517610-CS-INDV • The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. • The consulting services (“the Services”) is for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook. The expert will be responsible for developing the 1st Edition of the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Mechanism Handbook. The primary deliverable of this consultancy will be a set of milestones and reports outlining the full realization of the AfCFTA DSM Handbook. The handbook will be designed to assist State Parties and other stakeholders in effectively navigating the Dispute Settlement Mechanism within the AfCFTA framework. • The detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) for the assignment found at the following website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ (home page). • The AfCFTA Secretariat now invites eligible Consultants to indicate their interests in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information, as stipulated in the TOR, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The consultant must meet the minimum qualification and selection criteria indicated below: • Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in international law, regional integration, and inter-state party dispute settlement. • Experience in international trade law. • Experience in developing and publishing similar Handbooks for international dispute settlement mechanisms. • The candidate is required to hold an advanced university degree, Master of Laws degree (LLM) in Law, International Law (public international law, international organisations law, international trade law) with a specialization on Dispute Settlement from a recognised University with a minimum of fifteen (15) years’ professional experience in international law, regional integration, and dispute settlement. Experience in international trade law is an added advantage. • The Consultant(s) will be selected in accordance with the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, dated July 2016 and revised 7th Edition of September 2025 which can be found at the following website: www.worldbank.org/procurement. • The duration of the consultancy services is Six (6) Months. • 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” Fifth Edition of September 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. • Consultants will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant Selection (ICS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations. • Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours [weekdays Monday to Friday 0800hrs to 1700hrs local time excluding public holidays]. Interested Consultants are required to constantly and continually check the AfCFTA website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ for any additional information or clarification that may arise before the submission date. The Secretary General The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, Africa Trade House, Ambassadorial Enclave, Liberia Road, Ridge, Accra, Ghana Email address: [email protected] Website: www.au-afcfta.org • Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address above (in person, or by e-mail) by 12th March, 2026 at 5.00 pm GMT.
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SPECIFIC PROCUREMENT NOTICE REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ENGAGEMENT OF A DATA ANALYST ASSISTANT AND DATA SCIENTIST FOR GNHR PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION SUPPORT PERSONNEL SELECTION GOVERNMENT OF GHANA MINISTRY OF GENDER, CHILDREN AND SOCIAL PROTECTION (MOGCSP) GHANA PRODUCTIVE SAFETY NET PROJECT 2 (GPSNP 2) IDA Credit No.: IDA-68590 • BACKGROUND The Government of Ghana, in partnership with the World Bank, is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project (GPSNP 2) to strengthen the country's social protection system and improve the lives of the poorest households. The Social Protection mandate of the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MOGCSP) requires effective and efficient coordination of Social Protection interventions. This includes the harmonization of the targeting and selection of beneficiaries for these interventions. The World Bank funded Ghana Social Opportunities Project (GSOP) helped in establishing the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) implemented under the Ministry between 2015 and 2018. The objective of the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) is to identify, characterize, record, and prioritize poor and vulnerable households in Ghana to create a National Single Registry, as a way to ensure their access to the benefits offered by various Social Protection Programmes. It is expected to support the Government in its effort to: • progressively expand the implementation of social protection interventions. • strengthen the institutional capacity of Government in Targeting, coordinating and implementation of Social Protection Interventions. So far data collection has ended in eight regions (Upper East, Upper West, Northeast, Savannah, Northern, Central, Oti and the Volta regions). Currently, GNHR is about embarking on Scale Up and LEAP reassessment exercise which involves collecting data in all 16 regions. Desirous of scaling up the GSOP model, the Government of Ghana is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project II (GPSNP II), with assistance from the World Bank and other Development Partners. The objective of the GPSNP II is to support the Government to strengthen safety net systems that improve the productivity of the extreme poor in Ghana. The MoGCSP therefore intends to recruit Suitable Qualified Ghanaian National to occupy the position of Data Analyst Assistant and Monitoring and Data Collection Manager. DATA SCIENTIST (GH-MOGCSP-483834-CS-INDV) 1.0 OBJECTIVE OF ASSIGNMENT The primary objective of this assignment is to support the GNHR in improving the quality, accuracy, and usability of household data through advanced data science techniques. • • SCOPE OF WORK The Data Scientist will be responsible for the following tasks: • Advanced Data Analytics: Develop and implement advanced statistical models and machine learning algorithms to analyze data, predict trends, identify bottlenecks and develop effective solutions • Data Engineering: Design and maintain robust data pipelines for efficient data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Algorithm Development: Create and optimize algorithms for data integration and de-duplication, ensuring seamless merging of registry data internally and with other data sources, including administrative data and detailed mobile call data. • Big Data Management: Utilize big data technologies to handle large datasets and ensure data scalability and performance. • Innovative Solutions: Research and develop innovative data solutions to enhance the GNHR's data capabilities, supporting continuous updates without the need for home visits and interoperability with other databases. • Data Validation and Reliability: Ensure the reliability and validity of integrated data sources to maintain the accuracy of the registry. • Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with other teams to implement data-driven solutions and support decision-making processes. 3.0 QUALIFICATIONS • Education: Minimum a Masters degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field. • Experience: At least 5 years of experience in data science, with a focus on advanced analytics, machine learning, and big data technologies. • Skills: Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, R), big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark), and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau). Experience with integrating and validating external data sources is highly desirable. 4.0 DELIVERABLES • Advanced Analytical Models: Development and documentation of statistical models and machine learning algorithms. • Data Pipelines: Robust data pipelines for data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Integration Plan: A comprehensive plan for integrating external data sources with the registry data and internally • Validation Reports: Regular reports on the validation and reliability of integrated data sources. • Innovative Data Solutions: Research findings and implementation of innovative data solutions. 5.0 DURATION The assignment shall be for an initial period of nine (9) months from the date of contract signature renewable subject to satisfactory performance. EXPRESSION OF INTEREST The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2 (GPSNP 2) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) now invites eligible Project Implementation Personnel to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information through their Curriculum Vitae and other means, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the assignment. The selection will be carried out through open competition among qualified shortlisted individuals and in accordance with Section VII paragraphs 7.32 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (5th edition). The Consultants having the required experiences and competencies relevant to the various positions shall be assessed and compared using pass/fail. Further information and complete Terms of Reference can be obtained at the address below during office hours (i. e. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm). Expression of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below in person or by mail and clearly marked " Data Analyst Assistant or Data Scientist Monitoring and Data Collection Manager for the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) - Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2" by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, 10th March, 2026. The address referred to above is: The Chief Director Ministry Of Gender, Children and Social Protection (New Office Complex near Ridge Church) P. O. Box MBO 186 Ministries Accra, Ghana Tel: 0544006092 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mogcsp.gov.gh Attention: Director, Procurement and Supply Chain Management Directorate, Room 215 MoGCSP Only short-listed individuals will be contacted. NOTE MoGCSP reserves the right not to hire for a position if it determines that a candidate suitable for the position (s) was not identified. For such an event the position (s) affected will be re-advertised.
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SPECIFIC PROCUREMENT NOTICE REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ENGAGEMENT OF A DATA ANALYST ASSISTANT AND DATA SCIENTIST FOR GNHR PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION SUPPORT PERSONNEL SELECTION GOVERNMENT OF GHANA MINISTRY OF GENDER, CHILDREN AND SOCIAL PROTECTION (MOGCSP) GHANA PRODUCTIVE SAFETY NET PROJECT 2 (GPSNP 2) IDA Credit No.: IDA-68590 • BACKGROUND The Government of Ghana, in partnership with the World Bank, is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project (GPSNP 2) to strengthen the country's social protection system and improve the lives of the poorest households. The Social Protection mandate of the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MOGCSP) requires effective and efficient coordination of Social Protection interventions. This includes the harmonization of the targeting and selection of beneficiaries for these interventions. The World Bank funded Ghana Social Opportunities Project (GSOP) helped in establishing the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) implemented under the Ministry between 2015 and 2018. The objective of the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) is to identify, characterize, record, and prioritize poor and vulnerable households in Ghana to create a National Single Registry, as a way to ensure their access to the benefits offered by various Social Protection Programmes. It is expected to support the Government in its effort to: • progressively expand the implementation of social protection interventions. • strengthen the institutional capacity of Government in Targeting, coordinating and implementation of Social Protection Interventions. So far data collection has ended in eight regions (Upper East, Upper West, Northeast, Savannah, Northern, Central, Oti and the Volta regions). Currently, GNHR is about embarking on Scale Up and LEAP reassessment exercise which involves collecting data in all 16 regions. Desirous of scaling up the GSOP model, the Government of Ghana is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project II (GPSNP II), with assistance from the World Bank and other Development Partners. The objective of the GPSNP II is to support the Government to strengthen safety net systems that improve the productivity of the extreme poor in Ghana. The MoGCSP therefore intends to recruit Suitable Qualified Ghanaian National to occupy the position of Data Analyst Assistant and Monitoring and Data Collection Manager. DATA SCIENTIST (GH-MOGCSP-483834-CS-INDV) 1.0 OBJECTIVE OF ASSIGNMENT The primary objective of this assignment is to support the GNHR in improving the quality, accuracy, and usability of household data through advanced data science techniques. • • SCOPE OF WORK The Data Scientist will be responsible for the following tasks: • Advanced Data Analytics: Develop and implement advanced statistical models and machine learning algorithms to analyze data, predict trends, identify bottlenecks and develop effective solutions • Data Engineering: Design and maintain robust data pipelines for efficient data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Algorithm Development: Create and optimize algorithms for data integration and de-duplication, ensuring seamless merging of registry data internally and with other data sources, including administrative data and detailed mobile call data. • Big Data Management: Utilize big data technologies to handle large datasets and ensure data scalability and performance. • Innovative Solutions: Research and develop innovative data solutions to enhance the GNHR's data capabilities, supporting continuous updates without the need for home visits and interoperability with other databases. • Data Validation and Reliability: Ensure the reliability and validity of integrated data sources to maintain the accuracy of the registry. • Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with other teams to implement data-driven solutions and support decision-making processes. 3.0 QUALIFICATIONS • Education: Minimum a Masters degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field. • Experience: At least 5 years of experience in data science, with a focus on advanced analytics, machine learning, and big data technologies. • Skills: Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, R), big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark), and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau). Experience with integrating and validating external data sources is highly desirable. 4.0 DELIVERABLES • Advanced Analytical Models: Development and documentation of statistical models and machine learning algorithms. • Data Pipelines: Robust data pipelines for data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Integration Plan: A comprehensive plan for integrating external data sources with the registry data and internally • Validation Reports: Regular reports on the validation and reliability of integrated data sources. • Innovative Data Solutions: Research findings and implementation of innovative data solutions. 5.0 DURATION The assignment shall be for an initial period of nine (9) months from the date of contract signature renewable subject to satisfactory performance. EXPRESSION OF INTEREST The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2 (GPSNP 2) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) now invites eligible Project Implementation Personnel to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information through their Curriculum Vitae and other means, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the assignment. The selection will be carried out through open competition among qualified shortlisted individuals and in accordance with Section VII paragraphs 7.32 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (5th edition). The Consultants having the required experiences and competencies relevant to the various positions shall be assessed and compared using pass/fail. Further information and complete Terms of Reference can be obtained at the address below during office hours (i. e. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm). Expression of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below in person or by mail and clearly marked " Data Analyst Assistant or Data Scientist Monitoring and Data Collection Manager for the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) - Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2" by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, 10th March, 2026. The address referred to above is: The Chief Director Ministry Of Gender, Children and Social Protection (New Office Complex near Ridge Church) P. O. Box MBO 186 Ministries Accra, Ghana Tel: 0544006092 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mogcsp.gov.gh Attention: Director, Procurement and Supply Chain Management Directorate, Room 215 MoGCSP Only short-listed individuals will be contacted. NOTE MoGCSP reserves the right not to hire for a position if it determines that a candidate suitable for the position (s) was not identified. For such an event the position (s) affected will be re-advertised.
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SPECIFIC PROCUREMENT NOTICE REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ENGAGEMENT OF A DATA ANALYST ASSISTANT AND DATA SCIENTIST FOR GNHR PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION SUPPORT PERSONNEL SELECTION GOVERNMENT OF GHANA MINISTRY OF GENDER, CHILDREN AND SOCIAL PROTECTION (MOGCSP) GHANA PRODUCTIVE SAFETY NET PROJECT 2 (GPSNP 2) IDA Credit No.: IDA-68590 • BACKGROUND The Government of Ghana, in partnership with the World Bank, is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project (GPSNP 2) to strengthen the country's social protection system and improve the lives of the poorest households. The Social Protection mandate of the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MOGCSP) requires effective and efficient coordination of Social Protection interventions. This includes the harmonization of the targeting and selection of beneficiaries for these interventions. The World Bank funded Ghana Social Opportunities Project (GSOP) helped in establishing the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) implemented under the Ministry between 2015 and 2018. The objective of the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) is to identify, characterize, record, and prioritize poor and vulnerable households in Ghana to create a National Single Registry, as a way to ensure their access to the benefits offered by various Social Protection Programmes. It is expected to support the Government in its effort to: • progressively expand the implementation of social protection interventions. • strengthen the institutional capacity of Government in Targeting, coordinating and implementation of Social Protection Interventions. So far data collection has ended in eight regions (Upper East, Upper West, Northeast, Savannah, Northern, Central, Oti and the Volta regions). Currently, GNHR is about embarking on Scale Up and LEAP reassessment exercise which involves collecting data in all 16 regions. Desirous of scaling up the GSOP model, the Government of Ghana is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project II (GPSNP II), with assistance from the World Bank and other Development Partners. The objective of the GPSNP II is to support the Government to strengthen safety net systems that improve the productivity of the extreme poor in Ghana. The MoGCSP therefore intends to recruit Suitable Qualified Ghanaian National to occupy the position of Data Analyst Assistant and Monitoring and Data Collection Manager. DATA SCIENTIST (GH-MOGCSP-483834-CS-INDV) 1.0 OBJECTIVE OF ASSIGNMENT The primary objective of this assignment is to support the GNHR in improving the quality, accuracy, and usability of household data through advanced data science techniques. • • SCOPE OF WORK The Data Scientist will be responsible for the following tasks: • Advanced Data Analytics: Develop and implement advanced statistical models and machine learning algorithms to analyze data, predict trends, identify bottlenecks and develop effective solutions • Data Engineering: Design and maintain robust data pipelines for efficient data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Algorithm Development: Create and optimize algorithms for data integration and de-duplication, ensuring seamless merging of registry data internally and with other data sources, including administrative data and detailed mobile call data. • Big Data Management: Utilize big data technologies to handle large datasets and ensure data scalability and performance. • Innovative Solutions: Research and develop innovative data solutions to enhance the GNHR's data capabilities, supporting continuous updates without the need for home visits and interoperability with other databases. • Data Validation and Reliability: Ensure the reliability and validity of integrated data sources to maintain the accuracy of the registry. • Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with other teams to implement data-driven solutions and support decision-making processes. 3.0 QUALIFICATIONS • Education: Minimum a Masters degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field. • Experience: At least 5 years of experience in data science, with a focus on advanced analytics, machine learning, and big data technologies. • Skills: Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, R), big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark), and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau). Experience with integrating and validating external data sources is highly desirable. 4.0 DELIVERABLES • Advanced Analytical Models: Development and documentation of statistical models and machine learning algorithms. • Data Pipelines: Robust data pipelines for data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Integration Plan: A comprehensive plan for integrating external data sources with the registry data and internally • Validation Reports: Regular reports on the validation and reliability of integrated data sources. • Innovative Data Solutions: Research findings and implementation of innovative data solutions. 5.0 DURATION The assignment shall be for an initial period of nine (9) months from the date of contract signature renewable subject to satisfactory performance. EXPRESSION OF INTEREST The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2 (GPSNP 2) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) now invites eligible Project Implementation Personnel to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information through their Curriculum Vitae and other means, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the assignment. The selection will be carried out through open competition among qualified shortlisted individuals and in accordance with Section VII paragraphs 7.32 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (5th edition). The Consultants having the required experiences and competencies relevant to the various positions shall be assessed and compared using pass/fail. Further information and complete Terms of Reference can be obtained at the address below during office hours (i. e. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm). Expression of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below in person or by mail and clearly marked " Data Analyst Assistant or Data Scientist Monitoring and Data Collection Manager for the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) - Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2" by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, 10th March, 2026. The address referred to above is: The Chief Director Ministry Of Gender, Children and Social Protection (New Office Complex near Ridge Church) P. O. Box MBO 186 Ministries Accra, Ghana Tel: 0544006092 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mogcsp.gov.gh Attention: Director, Procurement and Supply Chain Management Directorate, Room 215 MoGCSP Only short-listed individuals will be contacted. NOTE MoGCSP reserves the right not to hire for a position if it determines that a candidate suitable for the position (s) was not identified. For such an event the position (s) affected will be re-advertised.
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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI) Name of Project: Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 Contract Title: Consulting Services for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook Type of Contract: Individual Consultant Selection Project ID: 180117 Grant No.: E2020 RFB Reference No.: ET-AFCFTA-517610-CS-INDV • The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. • The consulting services (“the Services”) is for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook. The expert will be responsible for developing the 1st Edition of the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Mechanism Handbook. The primary deliverable of this consultancy will be a set of milestones and reports outlining the full realization of the AfCFTA DSM Handbook. The handbook will be designed to assist State Parties and other stakeholders in effectively navigating the Dispute Settlement Mechanism within the AfCFTA framework. • The detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) for the assignment found at the following website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ (home page). • The AfCFTA Secretariat now invites eligible Consultants to indicate their interests in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information, as stipulated in the TOR, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The consultant must meet the minimum qualification and selection criteria indicated below: • Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in international law, regional integration, and inter-state party dispute settlement. • Experience in international trade law. • Experience in developing and publishing similar Handbooks for international dispute settlement mechanisms. • The candidate is required to hold an advanced university degree, Master of Laws degree (LLM) in Law, International Law (public international law, international organisations law, international trade law) with a specialization on Dispute Settlement from a recognised University with a minimum of fifteen (15) years’ professional experience in international law, regional integration, and dispute settlement. Experience in international trade law is an added advantage. • The Consultant(s) will be selected in accordance with the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, dated July 2016 and revised 7th Edition of September 2025 which can be found at the following website: www.worldbank.org/procurement. • The duration of the consultancy services is Six (6) Months. • 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” Fifth Edition of September 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. • Consultants will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant Selection (ICS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations. • Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours [weekdays Monday to Friday 0800hrs to 1700hrs local time excluding public holidays]. Interested Consultants are required to constantly and continually check the AfCFTA website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ for any additional information or clarification that may arise before the submission date. The Secretary General The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, Africa Trade House, Ambassadorial Enclave, Liberia Road, Ridge, Accra, Ghana Email address: [email protected] Website: www.au-afcfta.org • Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address above (in person, or by e-mail) by 12th March, 2026 at 5.00 pm GMT.
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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI) Name of Project: Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 Contract Title: Consulting Services for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook Type of Contract: Individual Consultant Selection Project ID: 180117 Grant No.: E2020 RFB Reference No.: ET-AFCFTA-517610-CS-INDV • The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. • The consulting services (“the Services”) is for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook. The expert will be responsible for developing the 1st Edition of the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Mechanism Handbook. The primary deliverable of this consultancy will be a set of milestones and reports outlining the full realization of the AfCFTA DSM Handbook. The handbook will be designed to assist State Parties and other stakeholders in effectively navigating the Dispute Settlement Mechanism within the AfCFTA framework. • The detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) for the assignment found at the following website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ (home page). • The AfCFTA Secretariat now invites eligible Consultants to indicate their interests in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information, as stipulated in the TOR, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The consultant must meet the minimum qualification and selection criteria indicated below: • Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in international law, regional integration, and inter-state party dispute settlement. • Experience in international trade law. • Experience in developing and publishing similar Handbooks for international dispute settlement mechanisms. • The candidate is required to hold an advanced university degree, Master of Laws degree (LLM) in Law, International Law (public international law, international organisations law, international trade law) with a specialization on Dispute Settlement from a recognised University with a minimum of fifteen (15) years’ professional experience in international law, regional integration, and dispute settlement. Experience in international trade law is an added advantage. • The Consultant(s) will be selected in accordance with the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, dated July 2016 and revised 7th Edition of September 2025 which can be found at the following website: www.worldbank.org/procurement. • The duration of the consultancy services is Six (6) Months. • 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” Fifth Edition of September 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. • Consultants will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant Selection (ICS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations. • Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours [weekdays Monday to Friday 0800hrs to 1700hrs local time excluding public holidays]. Interested Consultants are required to constantly and continually check the AfCFTA website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ for any additional information or clarification that may arise before the submission date. The Secretary General The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, Africa Trade House, Ambassadorial Enclave, Liberia Road, Ridge, Accra, Ghana Email address: [email protected] Website: www.au-afcfta.org • Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address above (in person, or by e-mail) by 12th March, 2026 at 5.00 pm GMT.
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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI) Name of Project: Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 Contract Title: Consulting Services for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook Type of Contract: Individual Consultant Selection Project ID: 180117 Grant No.: E2020 RFB Reference No.: ET-AFCFTA-517610-CS-INDV • The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. • The consulting services (“the Services”) is for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook. The expert will be responsible for developing the 1st Edition of the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Mechanism Handbook. The primary deliverable of this consultancy will be a set of milestones and reports outlining the full realization of the AfCFTA DSM Handbook. The handbook will be designed to assist State Parties and other stakeholders in effectively navigating the Dispute Settlement Mechanism within the AfCFTA framework. • The detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) for the assignment found at the following website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ (home page). • The AfCFTA Secretariat now invites eligible Consultants to indicate their interests in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information, as stipulated in the TOR, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The consultant must meet the minimum qualification and selection criteria indicated below: • Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in international law, regional integration, and inter-state party dispute settlement. • Experience in international trade law. • Experience in developing and publishing similar Handbooks for international dispute settlement mechanisms. • The candidate is required to hold an advanced university degree, Master of Laws degree (LLM) in Law, International Law (public international law, international organisations law, international trade law) with a specialization on Dispute Settlement from a recognised University with a minimum of fifteen (15) years’ professional experience in international law, regional integration, and dispute settlement. Experience in international trade law is an added advantage. • The Consultant(s) will be selected in accordance with the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, dated July 2016 and revised 7th Edition of September 2025 which can be found at the following website: www.worldbank.org/procurement. • The duration of the consultancy services is Six (6) Months. • 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” Fifth Edition of September 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. • Consultants will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant Selection (ICS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations. • Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours [weekdays Monday to Friday 0800hrs to 1700hrs local time excluding public holidays]. Interested Consultants are required to constantly and continually check the AfCFTA website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ for any additional information or clarification that may arise before the submission date. The Secretary General The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, Africa Trade House, Ambassadorial Enclave, Liberia Road, Ridge, Accra, Ghana Email address: [email protected] Website: www.au-afcfta.org • Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address above (in person, or by e-mail) by 12th March, 2026 at 5.00 pm GMT.
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SPECIFIC PROCUREMENT NOTICE REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ENGAGEMENT OF A DATA ANALYST ASSISTANT AND DATA SCIENTIST FOR GNHR PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION SUPPORT PERSONNEL SELECTION GOVERNMENT OF GHANA MINISTRY OF GENDER, CHILDREN AND SOCIAL PROTECTION (MOGCSP) GHANA PRODUCTIVE SAFETY NET PROJECT 2 (GPSNP 2) IDA Credit No.: IDA-68590 • BACKGROUND The Government of Ghana, in partnership with the World Bank, is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project (GPSNP 2) to strengthen the country's social protection system and improve the lives of the poorest households. The Social Protection mandate of the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MOGCSP) requires effective and efficient coordination of Social Protection interventions. This includes the harmonization of the targeting and selection of beneficiaries for these interventions. The World Bank funded Ghana Social Opportunities Project (GSOP) helped in establishing the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) implemented under the Ministry between 2015 and 2018. The objective of the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) is to identify, characterize, record, and prioritize poor and vulnerable households in Ghana to create a National Single Registry, as a way to ensure their access to the benefits offered by various Social Protection Programmes. It is expected to support the Government in its effort to: • progressively expand the implementation of social protection interventions. • strengthen the institutional capacity of Government in Targeting, coordinating and implementation of Social Protection Interventions. So far data collection has ended in eight regions (Upper East, Upper West, Northeast, Savannah, Northern, Central, Oti and the Volta regions). Currently, GNHR is about embarking on Scale Up and LEAP reassessment exercise which involves collecting data in all 16 regions. Desirous of scaling up the GSOP model, the Government of Ghana is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project II (GPSNP II), with assistance from the World Bank and other Development Partners. The objective of the GPSNP II is to support the Government to strengthen safety net systems that improve the productivity of the extreme poor in Ghana. The MoGCSP therefore intends to recruit Suitable Qualified Ghanaian National to occupy the position of Data Analyst Assistant and Monitoring and Data Collection Manager. DATA SCIENTIST (GH-MOGCSP-483834-CS-INDV) 1.0 OBJECTIVE OF ASSIGNMENT The primary objective of this assignment is to support the GNHR in improving the quality, accuracy, and usability of household data through advanced data science techniques. • • SCOPE OF WORK The Data Scientist will be responsible for the following tasks: • Advanced Data Analytics: Develop and implement advanced statistical models and machine learning algorithms to analyze data, predict trends, identify bottlenecks and develop effective solutions • Data Engineering: Design and maintain robust data pipelines for efficient data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Algorithm Development: Create and optimize algorithms for data integration and de-duplication, ensuring seamless merging of registry data internally and with other data sources, including administrative data and detailed mobile call data. • Big Data Management: Utilize big data technologies to handle large datasets and ensure data scalability and performance. • Innovative Solutions: Research and develop innovative data solutions to enhance the GNHR's data capabilities, supporting continuous updates without the need for home visits and interoperability with other databases. • Data Validation and Reliability: Ensure the reliability and validity of integrated data sources to maintain the accuracy of the registry. • Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with other teams to implement data-driven solutions and support decision-making processes. 3.0 QUALIFICATIONS • Education: Minimum a Masters degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field. • Experience: At least 5 years of experience in data science, with a focus on advanced analytics, machine learning, and big data technologies. • Skills: Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, R), big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark), and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau). Experience with integrating and validating external data sources is highly desirable. 4.0 DELIVERABLES • Advanced Analytical Models: Development and documentation of statistical models and machine learning algorithms. • Data Pipelines: Robust data pipelines for data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Integration Plan: A comprehensive plan for integrating external data sources with the registry data and internally • Validation Reports: Regular reports on the validation and reliability of integrated data sources. • Innovative Data Solutions: Research findings and implementation of innovative data solutions. 5.0 DURATION The assignment shall be for an initial period of nine (9) months from the date of contract signature renewable subject to satisfactory performance. EXPRESSION OF INTEREST The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2 (GPSNP 2) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) now invites eligible Project Implementation Personnel to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information through their Curriculum Vitae and other means, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the assignment. The selection will be carried out through open competition among qualified shortlisted individuals and in accordance with Section VII paragraphs 7.32 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (5th edition). The Consultants having the required experiences and competencies relevant to the various positions shall be assessed and compared using pass/fail. Further information and complete Terms of Reference can be obtained at the address below during office hours (i. e. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm). Expression of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below in person or by mail and clearly marked " Data Analyst Assistant or Data Scientist Monitoring and Data Collection Manager for the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) - Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2" by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, 10th March, 2026. The address referred to above is: The Chief Director Ministry Of Gender, Children and Social Protection (New Office Complex near Ridge Church) P. O. Box MBO 186 Ministries Accra, Ghana Tel: 0544006092 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mogcsp.gov.gh Attention: Director, Procurement and Supply Chain Management Directorate, Room 215 MoGCSP Only short-listed individuals will be contacted. NOTE MoGCSP reserves the right not to hire for a position if it determines that a candidate suitable for the position (s) was not identified. For such an event the position (s) affected will be re-advertised.
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SPECIFIC PROCUREMENT NOTICE REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ENGAGEMENT OF A DATA ANALYST ASSISTANT AND DATA SCIENTIST FOR GNHR PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION SUPPORT PERSONNEL SELECTION GOVERNMENT OF GHANA MINISTRY OF GENDER, CHILDREN AND SOCIAL PROTECTION (MOGCSP) GHANA PRODUCTIVE SAFETY NET PROJECT 2 (GPSNP 2) IDA Credit No.: IDA-68590 • BACKGROUND The Government of Ghana, in partnership with the World Bank, is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project (GPSNP 2) to strengthen the country's social protection system and improve the lives of the poorest households. The Social Protection mandate of the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MOGCSP) requires effective and efficient coordination of Social Protection interventions. This includes the harmonization of the targeting and selection of beneficiaries for these interventions. The World Bank funded Ghana Social Opportunities Project (GSOP) helped in establishing the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) implemented under the Ministry between 2015 and 2018. The objective of the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) is to identify, characterize, record, and prioritize poor and vulnerable households in Ghana to create a National Single Registry, as a way to ensure their access to the benefits offered by various Social Protection Programmes. It is expected to support the Government in its effort to: • progressively expand the implementation of social protection interventions. • strengthen the institutional capacity of Government in Targeting, coordinating and implementation of Social Protection Interventions. So far data collection has ended in eight regions (Upper East, Upper West, Northeast, Savannah, Northern, Central, Oti and the Volta regions). Currently, GNHR is about embarking on Scale Up and LEAP reassessment exercise which involves collecting data in all 16 regions. Desirous of scaling up the GSOP model, the Government of Ghana is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project II (GPSNP II), with assistance from the World Bank and other Development Partners. The objective of the GPSNP II is to support the Government to strengthen safety net systems that improve the productivity of the extreme poor in Ghana. The MoGCSP therefore intends to recruit Suitable Qualified Ghanaian National to occupy the position of Data Analyst Assistant and Monitoring and Data Collection Manager. DATA SCIENTIST (GH-MOGCSP-483834-CS-INDV) 1.0 OBJECTIVE OF ASSIGNMENT The primary objective of this assignment is to support the GNHR in improving the quality, accuracy, and usability of household data through advanced data science techniques. • • SCOPE OF WORK The Data Scientist will be responsible for the following tasks: • Advanced Data Analytics: Develop and implement advanced statistical models and machine learning algorithms to analyze data, predict trends, identify bottlenecks and develop effective solutions • Data Engineering: Design and maintain robust data pipelines for efficient data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Algorithm Development: Create and optimize algorithms for data integration and de-duplication, ensuring seamless merging of registry data internally and with other data sources, including administrative data and detailed mobile call data. • Big Data Management: Utilize big data technologies to handle large datasets and ensure data scalability and performance. • Innovative Solutions: Research and develop innovative data solutions to enhance the GNHR's data capabilities, supporting continuous updates without the need for home visits and interoperability with other databases. • Data Validation and Reliability: Ensure the reliability and validity of integrated data sources to maintain the accuracy of the registry. • Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with other teams to implement data-driven solutions and support decision-making processes. 3.0 QUALIFICATIONS • Education: Minimum a Masters degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field. • Experience: At least 5 years of experience in data science, with a focus on advanced analytics, machine learning, and big data technologies. • Skills: Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, R), big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark), and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau). Experience with integrating and validating external data sources is highly desirable. 4.0 DELIVERABLES • Advanced Analytical Models: Development and documentation of statistical models and machine learning algorithms. • Data Pipelines: Robust data pipelines for data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Integration Plan: A comprehensive plan for integrating external data sources with the registry data and internally • Validation Reports: Regular reports on the validation and reliability of integrated data sources. • Innovative Data Solutions: Research findings and implementation of innovative data solutions. 5.0 DURATION The assignment shall be for an initial period of nine (9) months from the date of contract signature renewable subject to satisfactory performance. EXPRESSION OF INTEREST The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2 (GPSNP 2) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) now invites eligible Project Implementation Personnel to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information through their Curriculum Vitae and other means, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the assignment. The selection will be carried out through open competition among qualified shortlisted individuals and in accordance with Section VII paragraphs 7.32 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (5th edition). The Consultants having the required experiences and competencies relevant to the various positions shall be assessed and compared using pass/fail. Further information and complete Terms of Reference can be obtained at the address below during office hours (i. e. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm). Expression of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below in person or by mail and clearly marked " Data Analyst Assistant or Data Scientist Monitoring and Data Collection Manager for the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) - Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2" by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, 10th March, 2026. The address referred to above is: The Chief Director Ministry Of Gender, Children and Social Protection (New Office Complex near Ridge Church) P. O. Box MBO 186 Ministries Accra, Ghana Tel: 0544006092 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mogcsp.gov.gh Attention: Director, Procurement and Supply Chain Management Directorate, Room 215 MoGCSP Only short-listed individuals will be contacted. NOTE MoGCSP reserves the right not to hire for a position if it determines that a candidate suitable for the position (s) was not identified. For such an event the position (s) affected will be re-advertised.
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SPECIFIC PROCUREMENT NOTICE REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ENGAGEMENT OF A DATA ANALYST ASSISTANT AND DATA SCIENTIST FOR GNHR PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION SUPPORT PERSONNEL SELECTION GOVERNMENT OF GHANA MINISTRY OF GENDER, CHILDREN AND SOCIAL PROTECTION (MOGCSP) GHANA PRODUCTIVE SAFETY NET PROJECT 2 (GPSNP 2) IDA Credit No.: IDA-68590 • BACKGROUND The Government of Ghana, in partnership with the World Bank, is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project (GPSNP 2) to strengthen the country's social protection system and improve the lives of the poorest households. The Social Protection mandate of the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MOGCSP) requires effective and efficient coordination of Social Protection interventions. This includes the harmonization of the targeting and selection of beneficiaries for these interventions. The World Bank funded Ghana Social Opportunities Project (GSOP) helped in establishing the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) implemented under the Ministry between 2015 and 2018. The objective of the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) is to identify, characterize, record, and prioritize poor and vulnerable households in Ghana to create a National Single Registry, as a way to ensure their access to the benefits offered by various Social Protection Programmes. It is expected to support the Government in its effort to: • progressively expand the implementation of social protection interventions. • strengthen the institutional capacity of Government in Targeting, coordinating and implementation of Social Protection Interventions. So far data collection has ended in eight regions (Upper East, Upper West, Northeast, Savannah, Northern, Central, Oti and the Volta regions). Currently, GNHR is about embarking on Scale Up and LEAP reassessment exercise which involves collecting data in all 16 regions. Desirous of scaling up the GSOP model, the Government of Ghana is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project II (GPSNP II), with assistance from the World Bank and other Development Partners. The objective of the GPSNP II is to support the Government to strengthen safety net systems that improve the productivity of the extreme poor in Ghana. The MoGCSP therefore intends to recruit Suitable Qualified Ghanaian National to occupy the position of Data Analyst Assistant and Monitoring and Data Collection Manager. DATA SCIENTIST (GH-MOGCSP-483834-CS-INDV) 1.0 OBJECTIVE OF ASSIGNMENT The primary objective of this assignment is to support the GNHR in improving the quality, accuracy, and usability of household data through advanced data science techniques. • • SCOPE OF WORK The Data Scientist will be responsible for the following tasks: • Advanced Data Analytics: Develop and implement advanced statistical models and machine learning algorithms to analyze data, predict trends, identify bottlenecks and develop effective solutions • Data Engineering: Design and maintain robust data pipelines for efficient data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Algorithm Development: Create and optimize algorithms for data integration and de-duplication, ensuring seamless merging of registry data internally and with other data sources, including administrative data and detailed mobile call data. • Big Data Management: Utilize big data technologies to handle large datasets and ensure data scalability and performance. • Innovative Solutions: Research and develop innovative data solutions to enhance the GNHR's data capabilities, supporting continuous updates without the need for home visits and interoperability with other databases. • Data Validation and Reliability: Ensure the reliability and validity of integrated data sources to maintain the accuracy of the registry. • Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with other teams to implement data-driven solutions and support decision-making processes. 3.0 QUALIFICATIONS • Education: Minimum a Masters degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field. • Experience: At least 5 years of experience in data science, with a focus on advanced analytics, machine learning, and big data technologies. • Skills: Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, R), big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark), and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau). Experience with integrating and validating external data sources is highly desirable. 4.0 DELIVERABLES • Advanced Analytical Models: Development and documentation of statistical models and machine learning algorithms. • Data Pipelines: Robust data pipelines for data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Integration Plan: A comprehensive plan for integrating external data sources with the registry data and internally • Validation Reports: Regular reports on the validation and reliability of integrated data sources. • Innovative Data Solutions: Research findings and implementation of innovative data solutions. 5.0 DURATION The assignment shall be for an initial period of nine (9) months from the date of contract signature renewable subject to satisfactory performance. EXPRESSION OF INTEREST The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2 (GPSNP 2) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) now invites eligible Project Implementation Personnel to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information through their Curriculum Vitae and other means, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the assignment. The selection will be carried out through open competition among qualified shortlisted individuals and in accordance with Section VII paragraphs 7.32 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (5th edition). The Consultants having the required experiences and competencies relevant to the various positions shall be assessed and compared using pass/fail. Further information and complete Terms of Reference can be obtained at the address below during office hours (i. e. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm). Expression of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below in person or by mail and clearly marked " Data Analyst Assistant or Data Scientist Monitoring and Data Collection Manager for the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) - Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2" by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, 10th March, 2026. The address referred to above is: The Chief Director Ministry Of Gender, Children and Social Protection (New Office Complex near Ridge Church) P. O. Box MBO 186 Ministries Accra, Ghana Tel: 0544006092 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mogcsp.gov.gh Attention: Director, Procurement and Supply Chain Management Directorate, Room 215 MoGCSP Only short-listed individuals will be contacted. NOTE MoGCSP reserves the right not to hire for a position if it determines that a candidate suitable for the position (s) was not identified. For such an event the position (s) affected will be re-advertised.
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SPECIFIC PROCUREMENT NOTICE REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ENGAGEMENT OF A DATA ANALYST ASSISTANT AND DATA SCIENTIST FOR GNHR PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION SUPPORT PERSONNEL SELECTION GOVERNMENT OF GHANA MINISTRY OF GENDER, CHILDREN AND SOCIAL PROTECTION (MOGCSP) GHANA PRODUCTIVE SAFETY NET PROJECT 2 (GPSNP 2) IDA Credit No.: IDA-68590 • BACKGROUND The Government of Ghana, in partnership with the World Bank, is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project (GPSNP 2) to strengthen the country's social protection system and improve the lives of the poorest households. The Social Protection mandate of the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MOGCSP) requires effective and efficient coordination of Social Protection interventions. This includes the harmonization of the targeting and selection of beneficiaries for these interventions. The World Bank funded Ghana Social Opportunities Project (GSOP) helped in establishing the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) implemented under the Ministry between 2015 and 2018. The objective of the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) is to identify, characterize, record, and prioritize poor and vulnerable households in Ghana to create a National Single Registry, as a way to ensure their access to the benefits offered by various Social Protection Programmes. It is expected to support the Government in its effort to: • progressively expand the implementation of social protection interventions. • strengthen the institutional capacity of Government in Targeting, coordinating and implementation of Social Protection Interventions. So far data collection has ended in eight regions (Upper East, Upper West, Northeast, Savannah, Northern, Central, Oti and the Volta regions). Currently, GNHR is about embarking on Scale Up and LEAP reassessment exercise which involves collecting data in all 16 regions. Desirous of scaling up the GSOP model, the Government of Ghana is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project II (GPSNP II), with assistance from the World Bank and other Development Partners. The objective of the GPSNP II is to support the Government to strengthen safety net systems that improve the productivity of the extreme poor in Ghana. The MoGCSP therefore intends to recruit Suitable Qualified Ghanaian National to occupy the position of Data Analyst Assistant and Monitoring and Data Collection Manager. DATA SCIENTIST (GH-MOGCSP-483834-CS-INDV) 1.0 OBJECTIVE OF ASSIGNMENT The primary objective of this assignment is to support the GNHR in improving the quality, accuracy, and usability of household data through advanced data science techniques. • • SCOPE OF WORK The Data Scientist will be responsible for the following tasks: • Advanced Data Analytics: Develop and implement advanced statistical models and machine learning algorithms to analyze data, predict trends, identify bottlenecks and develop effective solutions • Data Engineering: Design and maintain robust data pipelines for efficient data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Algorithm Development: Create and optimize algorithms for data integration and de-duplication, ensuring seamless merging of registry data internally and with other data sources, including administrative data and detailed mobile call data. • Big Data Management: Utilize big data technologies to handle large datasets and ensure data scalability and performance. • Innovative Solutions: Research and develop innovative data solutions to enhance the GNHR's data capabilities, supporting continuous updates without the need for home visits and interoperability with other databases. • Data Validation and Reliability: Ensure the reliability and validity of integrated data sources to maintain the accuracy of the registry. • Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with other teams to implement data-driven solutions and support decision-making processes. 3.0 QUALIFICATIONS • Education: Minimum a Masters degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field. • Experience: At least 5 years of experience in data science, with a focus on advanced analytics, machine learning, and big data technologies. • Skills: Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, R), big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark), and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau). Experience with integrating and validating external data sources is highly desirable. 4.0 DELIVERABLES • Advanced Analytical Models: Development and documentation of statistical models and machine learning algorithms. • Data Pipelines: Robust data pipelines for data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Integration Plan: A comprehensive plan for integrating external data sources with the registry data and internally • Validation Reports: Regular reports on the validation and reliability of integrated data sources. • Innovative Data Solutions: Research findings and implementation of innovative data solutions. 5.0 DURATION The assignment shall be for an initial period of nine (9) months from the date of contract signature renewable subject to satisfactory performance. EXPRESSION OF INTEREST The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2 (GPSNP 2) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) now invites eligible Project Implementation Personnel to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information through their Curriculum Vitae and other means, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the assignment. The selection will be carried out through open competition among qualified shortlisted individuals and in accordance with Section VII paragraphs 7.32 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (5th edition). The Consultants having the required experiences and competencies relevant to the various positions shall be assessed and compared using pass/fail. Further information and complete Terms of Reference can be obtained at the address below during office hours (i. e. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm). Expression of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below in person or by mail and clearly marked " Data Analyst Assistant or Data Scientist Monitoring and Data Collection Manager for the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) - Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2" by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, 10th March, 2026. The address referred to above is: The Chief Director Ministry Of Gender, Children and Social Protection (New Office Complex near Ridge Church) P. O. Box MBO 186 Ministries Accra, Ghana Tel: 0544006092 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mogcsp.gov.gh Attention: Director, Procurement and Supply Chain Management Directorate, Room 215 MoGCSP Only short-listed individuals will be contacted. NOTE MoGCSP reserves the right not to hire for a position if it determines that a candidate suitable for the position (s) was not identified. For such an event the position (s) affected will be re-advertised.
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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI) Name of Project: Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 Contract Title: Consulting Services for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook Type of Contract: Individual Consultant Selection Project ID: 180117 Grant No.: E2020 RFB Reference No.: ET-AFCFTA-517610-CS-INDV • The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. • The consulting services (“the Services”) is for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook. The expert will be responsible for developing the 1st Edition of the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Mechanism Handbook. The primary deliverable of this consultancy will be a set of milestones and reports outlining the full realization of the AfCFTA DSM Handbook. The handbook will be designed to assist State Parties and other stakeholders in effectively navigating the Dispute Settlement Mechanism within the AfCFTA framework. • The detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) for the assignment found at the following website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ (home page). • The AfCFTA Secretariat now invites eligible Consultants to indicate their interests in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information, as stipulated in the TOR, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The consultant must meet the minimum qualification and selection criteria indicated below: • Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in international law, regional integration, and inter-state party dispute settlement. • Experience in international trade law. • Experience in developing and publishing similar Handbooks for international dispute settlement mechanisms. • The candidate is required to hold an advanced university degree, Master of Laws degree (LLM) in Law, International Law (public international law, international organisations law, international trade law) with a specialization on Dispute Settlement from a recognised University with a minimum of fifteen (15) years’ professional experience in international law, regional integration, and dispute settlement. Experience in international trade law is an added advantage. • The Consultant(s) will be selected in accordance with the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, dated July 2016 and revised 7th Edition of September 2025 which can be found at the following website: www.worldbank.org/procurement. • The duration of the consultancy services is Six (6) Months. • 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” Fifth Edition of September 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. • Consultants will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant Selection (ICS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations. • Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours [weekdays Monday to Friday 0800hrs to 1700hrs local time excluding public holidays]. Interested Consultants are required to constantly and continually check the AfCFTA website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ for any additional information or clarification that may arise before the submission date. The Secretary General The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, Africa Trade House, Ambassadorial Enclave, Liberia Road, Ridge, Accra, Ghana Email address: [email protected] Website: www.au-afcfta.org • Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address above (in person, or by e-mail) by 12th March, 2026 at 5.00 pm GMT.
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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI) Name of Project: Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 Contract Title: Consulting Services for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook Type of Contract: Individual Consultant Selection Project ID: 180117 Grant No.: E2020 RFB Reference No.: ET-AFCFTA-517610-CS-INDV • The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. • The consulting services (“the Services”) is for Developing the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Handbook. The expert will be responsible for developing the 1st Edition of the AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Mechanism Handbook. The primary deliverable of this consultancy will be a set of milestones and reports outlining the full realization of the AfCFTA DSM Handbook. The handbook will be designed to assist State Parties and other stakeholders in effectively navigating the Dispute Settlement Mechanism within the AfCFTA framework. • The detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) for the assignment found at the following website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ (home page). • The AfCFTA Secretariat now invites eligible Consultants to indicate their interests in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information, as stipulated in the TOR, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The consultant must meet the minimum qualification and selection criteria indicated below: • Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in international law, regional integration, and inter-state party dispute settlement. • Experience in international trade law. • Experience in developing and publishing similar Handbooks for international dispute settlement mechanisms. • The candidate is required to hold an advanced university degree, Master of Laws degree (LLM) in Law, International Law (public international law, international organisations law, international trade law) with a specialization on Dispute Settlement from a recognised University with a minimum of fifteen (15) years’ professional experience in international law, regional integration, and dispute settlement. Experience in international trade law is an added advantage. • The Consultant(s) will be selected in accordance with the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, dated July 2016 and revised 7th Edition of September 2025 which can be found at the following website: www.worldbank.org/procurement. • The duration of the consultancy services is Six (6) Months. • 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” Fifth Edition of September 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. • Consultants will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant Selection (ICS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations. • Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours [weekdays Monday to Friday 0800hrs to 1700hrs local time excluding public holidays]. Interested Consultants are required to constantly and continually check the AfCFTA website: https://au-afcfta.org/bids/ for any additional information or clarification that may arise before the submission date. The Secretary General The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, Africa Trade House, Ambassadorial Enclave, Liberia Road, Ridge, Accra, Ghana Email address: [email protected] Website: www.au-afcfta.org • Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address above (in person, or by e-mail) by 12th March, 2026 at 5.00 pm GMT.
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SPECIFIC PROCUREMENT NOTICE REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ENGAGEMENT OF A DATA ANALYST ASSISTANT AND DATA SCIENTIST FOR GNHR PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION SUPPORT PERSONNEL SELECTION GOVERNMENT OF GHANA MINISTRY OF GENDER, CHILDREN AND SOCIAL PROTECTION (MOGCSP) GHANA PRODUCTIVE SAFETY NET PROJECT 2 (GPSNP 2) IDA Credit No.: IDA-68590 • BACKGROUND The Government of Ghana, in partnership with the World Bank, is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project (GPSNP 2) to strengthen the country's social protection system and improve the lives of the poorest households. The Social Protection mandate of the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MOGCSP) requires effective and efficient coordination of Social Protection interventions. This includes the harmonization of the targeting and selection of beneficiaries for these interventions. The World Bank funded Ghana Social Opportunities Project (GSOP) helped in establishing the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) implemented under the Ministry between 2015 and 2018. The objective of the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) is to identify, characterize, record, and prioritize poor and vulnerable households in Ghana to create a National Single Registry, as a way to ensure their access to the benefits offered by various Social Protection Programmes. It is expected to support the Government in its effort to: • progressively expand the implementation of social protection interventions. • strengthen the institutional capacity of Government in Targeting, coordinating and implementation of Social Protection Interventions. So far data collection has ended in eight regions (Upper East, Upper West, Northeast, Savannah, Northern, Central, Oti and the Volta regions). Currently, GNHR is about embarking on Scale Up and LEAP reassessment exercise which involves collecting data in all 16 regions. Desirous of scaling up the GSOP model, the Government of Ghana is implementing the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project II (GPSNP II), with assistance from the World Bank and other Development Partners. The objective of the GPSNP II is to support the Government to strengthen safety net systems that improve the productivity of the extreme poor in Ghana. The MoGCSP therefore intends to recruit Suitable Qualified Ghanaian National to occupy the position of Data Analyst Assistant and Monitoring and Data Collection Manager. DATA SCIENTIST (GH-MOGCSP-483834-CS-INDV) 1.0 OBJECTIVE OF ASSIGNMENT The primary objective of this assignment is to support the GNHR in improving the quality, accuracy, and usability of household data through advanced data science techniques. • • SCOPE OF WORK The Data Scientist will be responsible for the following tasks: • Advanced Data Analytics: Develop and implement advanced statistical models and machine learning algorithms to analyze data, predict trends, identify bottlenecks and develop effective solutions • Data Engineering: Design and maintain robust data pipelines for efficient data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Algorithm Development: Create and optimize algorithms for data integration and de-duplication, ensuring seamless merging of registry data internally and with other data sources, including administrative data and detailed mobile call data. • Big Data Management: Utilize big data technologies to handle large datasets and ensure data scalability and performance. • Innovative Solutions: Research and develop innovative data solutions to enhance the GNHR's data capabilities, supporting continuous updates without the need for home visits and interoperability with other databases. • Data Validation and Reliability: Ensure the reliability and validity of integrated data sources to maintain the accuracy of the registry. • Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with other teams to implement data-driven solutions and support decision-making processes. 3.0 QUALIFICATIONS • Education: Minimum a Masters degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field. • Experience: At least 5 years of experience in data science, with a focus on advanced analytics, machine learning, and big data technologies. • Skills: Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, R), big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark), and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau). Experience with integrating and validating external data sources is highly desirable. 4.0 DELIVERABLES • Advanced Analytical Models: Development and documentation of statistical models and machine learning algorithms. • Data Pipelines: Robust data pipelines for data coordination, collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. • Integration Plan: A comprehensive plan for integrating external data sources with the registry data and internally • Validation Reports: Regular reports on the validation and reliability of integrated data sources. • Innovative Data Solutions: Research findings and implementation of innovative data solutions. 5.0 DURATION The assignment shall be for an initial period of nine (9) months from the date of contract signature renewable subject to satisfactory performance. EXPRESSION OF INTEREST The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2 (GPSNP 2) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) now invites eligible Project Implementation Personnel to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information through their Curriculum Vitae and other means, demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the assignment. The selection will be carried out through open competition among qualified shortlisted individuals and in accordance with Section VII paragraphs 7.32 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (5th edition). The Consultants having the required experiences and competencies relevant to the various positions shall be assessed and compared using pass/fail. Further information and complete Terms of Reference can be obtained at the address below during office hours (i. e. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm). Expression of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below in person or by mail and clearly marked " Data Analyst Assistant or Data Scientist Monitoring and Data Collection Manager for the Ghana National Household Registry (GNHR) - Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2" by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, 10th March, 2026. The address referred to above is: The Chief Director Ministry Of Gender, Children and Social Protection (New Office Complex near Ridge Church) P. O. Box MBO 186 Ministries Accra, Ghana Tel: 0544006092 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mogcsp.gov.gh Attention: Director, Procurement and Supply Chain Management Directorate, Room 215 MoGCSP Only short-listed individuals will be contacted. NOTE MoGCSP reserves the right not to hire for a position if it determines that a candidate suitable for the position (s) was not identified. For such an event the position (s) affected will be re-advertised.
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PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025 PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025
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PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025 PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025
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PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025 PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025
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PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025 PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025
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PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025 PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025
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PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025 PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025
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PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025 PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025
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PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025 PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025
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PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025 PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025
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PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025 PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025
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PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025 PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025
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PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025 PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025
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PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025 PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025
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PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025 PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025
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PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025 PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025
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PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025 PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025
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PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025 PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025
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PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025 PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025
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PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025 PROCUREMENT OF GOODS Request for Quotations Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) (P181123) Communication, printing, and publication of infographic materials for community sensitization and awareness creation Ref No: P181123 Project: EnABLE Project Purchaser: Solidaridad West Africa Country: Ghana Issued on: Jan 17th 2025
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REPUBLIC OF GHANA MINISTRY OF FINANCE GHANA ECONOMIC TRANSFORMATION PROJECT (GETP) IDA CREDIT NUMBER 6465-GH SPECIFIC PROCUREMENT NOTICE REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (REOI) (CONSULTING SERVICES –FIRM SELECTION) Reference No.: GH-MOFEP-518928-CS-QCBS Assignment Title: Consultancy Services for Tourism Sector Planning and Prioritization Research for the Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts (MoTCCA). The Ministry of Finance has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Ghana Economic Transformation Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The Project is implemented through four Components, namely: • Enabling Investments; • Crowding-in investments; • Accelerating Entrepreneurship and Micro Small and Medium Enterprise (MSME) Growth; and • Project Management and Evaluation. The overall objective of the assignment is to seek an experienced Firm (Consultant) to undertake an analytical and design-structured review and forward-looking strategy exercise to align the tourism sector with the Government of Ghana’s 24-Hour Economy agenda. The consulting services ("the Services") include the Consultant's scope of work, but are not limited to the following: 1. Activity A – Integrated Demand Analysis & Market Segmentation 2. Activity B – Policy & Regulatory Streamlining 3. Activity C – Circuit Mapping & Opportunity Prioritization 4. Activity D – Circuit Upgrade Design & Investment Planning The detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) for the assignment can be found on the following website: https://www.mofep.gov.gh, https://www.motcca.gov.gh, or obtained by contacting the address and email addresses provided below. The Ministry of Finance, through the Ghana Economic Transformation Project, now invites eligible consulting firms ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The shortlisting criteria are: • Multi-disciplinary tourism practice with at least three assignments (since 2019) that cover Visitor-demand analysis and segmentation, Regulatory or business-process reform, and Destination/circuit investment planning. • Proven West African track record with at least one completed assignment in Sub-Saharan Africa—preferably in West Africa that involved field surveys or the use of big-data analytics. • Survey and big-data capacity demonstrated by completion of a nationwide visitor, household, or firm survey of ≥2,000 samples completed in the last three years, plus documented use of at least one big-data source (CDR, GDS, OTA, or card transactions). • Regulatory process-mapping experience in tourism or wider business environment space, e.g., B-Ready (formerly Doing-Business style studies). • Investment track record with at least two public–private projects that reached financing or implementation, where the firm was responsible for preparing financial models. Experience with a tourism PPP will be considered an added advantage. • Local implementation presence with an operational office in Ghana or a formal joint venture with a Ghanaian firm/consultant. The firm should demonstrate the capacity to mobilize and manage trained enumerators across all regions within four weeks of contract signing • Digital product delivery record demonstrated by the successful handover of at least one Power BI (or equivalent web-based) dashboard to a government client, including accompanying user training. • Quality assurance and data governance supported by an ISO 9001 certificate or internal QA manual, together with written procedures that comply with Ghana’s Data Protection Act 2012. • Evidence of technical and managerial capability. This assignment will be awarded in the Local Currency. Key Experts will not be evaluated at the shortlisting stage. 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, November 2020, and September 2023. ("Procurement Regulations"), setting forth the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. In addition, please refer to the following specific information on conflict of interest related to this assignment as per paragraph 3.17 of the Procurement Regulations. Any false declaration will result in disqualification. Consultants may associate with other firms to enhance their qualifications, but should indicate clearly whether the association is in the form of a joint venture and /or a sub consultancy. In the case of a joint venture, all the partners in the joint venture shall be jointly and severally liable for the entire contract, if selected A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations. Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm local time. Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below in person, by mail, or by email by November 18, 2025. The Project Director Ministry of Finance Box M40, Accra, Ghana Attn: Procurement Specialist Ghana Economic Transformation Project Office, Valco Trust House, Second Floor, Conference Room Ambassadorial Enclave, Castle Road Ridge - Accra Email: [email protected], and copy [email protected] Tel: +233- 24740- 4444 Digital Address: GA – 052 -7763
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REPUBLIC OF GHANA MINISTRY OF FINANCE GHANA ECONOMIC TRANSFORMATION PROJECT (GETP) IDA CREDIT NUMBER 6465-GH SPECIFIC PROCUREMENT NOTICE REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (REOI) (CONSULTING SERVICES –FIRM SELECTION) Reference No.: GH-MOFEP-518928-CS-QCBS Assignment Title: Consultancy Services for Tourism Sector Planning and Prioritization Research for the Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts (MoTCCA). The Ministry of Finance has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Ghana Economic Transformation Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The Project is implemented through four Components, namely: • Enabling Investments; • Crowding-in investments; • Accelerating Entrepreneurship and Micro Small and Medium Enterprise (MSME) Growth; and • Project Management and Evaluation. The overall objective of the assignment is to seek an experienced Firm (Consultant) to undertake an analytical and design-structured review and forward-looking strategy exercise to align the tourism sector with the Government of Ghana’s 24-Hour Economy agenda. The consulting services ("the Services") include the Consultant's scope of work, but are not limited to the following: 1. Activity A – Integrated Demand Analysis & Market Segmentation 2. Activity B – Policy & Regulatory Streamlining 3. Activity C – Circuit Mapping & Opportunity Prioritization 4. Activity D – Circuit Upgrade Design & Investment Planning The detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) for the assignment can be found on the following website: https://www.mofep.gov.gh, https://www.motcca.gov.gh, or obtained by contacting the address and email addresses provided below. The Ministry of Finance, through the Ghana Economic Transformation Project, now invites eligible consulting firms ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The shortlisting criteria are: • Multi-disciplinary tourism practice with at least three assignments (since 2019) that cover Visitor-demand analysis and segmentation, Regulatory or business-process reform, and Destination/circuit investment planning. • Proven West African track record with at least one completed assignment in Sub-Saharan Africa—preferably in West Africa that involved field surveys or the use of big-data analytics. • Survey and big-data capacity demonstrated by completion of a nationwide visitor, household, or firm survey of ≥2,000 samples completed in the last three years, plus documented use of at least one big-data source (CDR, GDS, OTA, or card transactions). • Regulatory process-mapping experience in tourism or wider business environment space, e.g., B-Ready (formerly Doing-Business style studies). • Investment track record with at least two public–private projects that reached financing or implementation, where the firm was responsible for preparing financial models. Experience with a tourism PPP will be considered an added advantage. • Local implementation presence with an operational office in Ghana or a formal joint venture with a Ghanaian firm/consultant. The firm should demonstrate the capacity to mobilize and manage trained enumerators across all regions within four weeks of contract signing • Digital product delivery record demonstrated by the successful handover of at least one Power BI (or equivalent web-based) dashboard to a government client, including accompanying user training. • Quality assurance and data governance supported by an ISO 9001 certificate or internal QA manual, together with written procedures that comply with Ghana’s Data Protection Act 2012. • Evidence of technical and managerial capability. This assignment will be awarded in the Local Currency. Key Experts will not be evaluated at the shortlisting stage. 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, November 2020, and September 2023. ("Procurement Regulations"), setting forth the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. In addition, please refer to the following specific information on conflict of interest related to this assignment as per paragraph 3.17 of the Procurement Regulations. Any false declaration will result in disqualification. Consultants may associate with other firms to enhance their qualifications, but should indicate clearly whether the association is in the form of a joint venture and /or a sub consultancy. In the case of a joint venture, all the partners in the joint venture shall be jointly and severally liable for the entire contract, if selected A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations. Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm local time. Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below in person, by mail, or by email by November 18, 2025. The Project Director Ministry of Finance Box M40, Accra, Ghana Attn: Procurement Specialist Ghana Economic Transformation Project Office, Valco Trust House, Second Floor, Conference Room Ambassadorial Enclave, Castle Road Ridge - Accra Email: [email protected], and copy [email protected] Tel: +233- 24740- 4444 Digital Address: GA – 052 -7763
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