Consultancy Services for Financial Management Specialist in Zanzibar Judicial…

THE JUDICIARY OF ZANZIBAR

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

(CONSULTING SERVICES – INDIVIDUAL SELECTION)

Contract Name: Procurement of the Financial Management Specialist to Support Implementation and Management of the Zanzibar Judicial Modernization Project (Zi-JUMP).

Contract Reference No: TZ-JOZ-560353-CS-INDV

Issue Date: 10th July, 2026

The Government of United Republic of Tanzania represented by Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar under the Judiciary of Zanzibar has received a credit from the International Development Association (IDA) in the amount of US$ 30 million towards the cost of Zanzibar Judicial Modernization Project (Zi – JUMP), and intends to apply part of the credit proceeds for payment under the contract for Procurement of the Financial Management Specialist to Support Implementation and Management of the Zanzibar Judicial Modernization Project (Zi-JUMP).

Some specific tasks to be performed for contract period of 12 months, will include but not be limited to the following:

• Financial Systems and Internal Controls:
• Establish and maintain accounting, financial reporting, and internal control systems that provide reliable, accurate, and timely information on the use of resources and expenditures.
• Ensure compliance with International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) and World Bank fiduciary requirements.
• Maintain a robust internal control framework to safeguard project resources and ensure accountability at all levels.
• Periodically update the financial management section of the Project Operations Manual to align with JoZ systems and software. ii. Financial Tools and Platforms

• Ensure effective and efficient use of QuickBooks Online for accurate, complete, and timely recording, analysis, and reporting of financial transactions.
• Onboard the Zi-JUMP Project onto the Funds Chain blockchain system and ensure consistent recording of all transactions through the platform. iii. Budgeting, Payments, and Funds Management

• Prepare the Project’s annual budget and quarterly cash forecasts based on approved workplans and procurement plans.
• Monitor budget implementation and ensure adherence to financial covenants.
• Review and verify monthly disbursement requests for propriety and eligibility.
• Prepare and process electronic Withdrawal Applications for advances, replenishments, direct payments, reimbursements, or special commitments, with full supporting documentation.
• Manage the Project Designated Account (DA), including timely completion of monthly bank reconciliations.
• Process payments to suppliers, contractors, and consultants upon authorization and confirmation of fund availability.
• Ensure all documentation supporting eligible expenditures is complete, properly filed, and compliant with World Bank requirements. iv. Financial Reporting, Oversight, and Audit

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records and ledgers for all Project financial transactions.
• Prepare monthly management accounts to support financial oversight and decision-making.
• Prepare quarterly Interim Financial Reports (IFRs), incorporating physical progress reports and reconciling with the World Bank Client Connection.
• Prepare annual financial statements within three months of the fiscal year-end and present them to the Project auditors.
• Submit audited financial statements within six months of the fiscal year-end, in line with the Financing Agreement.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors, respond to audit queries, and follow up on issues raised in management letters.
• Monitor utilization of payments through desk and on-site reviews, and report findings to the Zi-JUMP Coordinator.
• Capacity Building and Supervision
• Supervise the Accounts Officer within the JRDU, providing mentorship and technical guidance.
• Build institutional capacity in financial governance to ensure sustainability beyond the life of the project. You are requested to submit your detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Financial Proposal in writing by Thursday, 23rd of July 2026 at 10:00 hours local time. The Detailed CV and Financial Proposal shall each be enclosed in a separate envelope and marked “Detailed CV” and “Financial Proposal” respectively. The two envelopes shall then be enclosed in a single envelope and marked “Proposal for the Procurement of the Financial Management Specialist to Support Implementation and Management of the Zanzibar Judicial Modernization Project (Zi-JUMP)” and submitted to the below address:

Selection will be based on qualifications and experience stipulated below:

• Should be a professional accountant (ACCA, CIMA, CPA, CA or equivalent).
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent. Master’s degree in any of these fields is an added advantage.
• Corporate membership in a recognized professional accounting body is desirable.
• Minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience in financial/accounting, including at least 3 years at supervisory level.
• Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and International Public Sector Accounting (IPSAS) is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with accounting packages such as QUICKBOOKS.
• Experience in disbursement procedures and FM of World Bank or other multilateral development bank’s credits/grants is highly desired.
• Proven track record in working effectively within multi-disciplinary teams.
• Good communication skills coupled with a good command of spoken and written English.
• Eligible and free from any conflict of interest, in accordance with the World Bank Procurement Regulations. The attention of interested individual Consultants is drawn to Section VII, paragraphs, 7.36, 7.37, 7.38 and 7.39 of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” dated Sixth Edition February 2025, setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. Please refer to paragraph 3.14 of the Procurement Regulations on conflict of interest related to this assignment which is available on the Bank’s website at http://projectsbeta.worldbank.org/en/projects-operations/products-and-services/brief/

An Individual Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant Selection (ICS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations.

Further information and the detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) for the assignment can be obtained electronically at the following email addresses, from Mondays to Fridays, from 07:30 am to 03:30 pm East Africa time:

Website: www.judiciaryzanzibar.go.tz

Email: [email protected]

[email protected]

Expression of Interest; clearly marked “Procurement of the Financial

Management Specialist to Support Implementation and Management

of the Zanzibar Judicial Modernization Project (Zi-JUMP)” must be

delivered in a written form to the address below (in hard and

electronic/email copy) on or before 10:00 local time, on Thursday,

23rd of July 2026. Bids will be publicly opened in the presence of the

bidder’s designated representatives and any who choose to attend at the

address below at 10:30 local time on Thursday, 23rd of July 2026 at

Second Floor Room No.208. Only One (1) shortlisted candidate will be

contacted.

Attn: Secretay of Tender Board

Judiciary of Zanzibar

P.O.BOX: 160

TEL: 024-2230182

FAX: 024-2232720

214 Tunguu Road

First Floor Room No. 109

70491 South Unguja

Zanzibar, Tanzania

Email address: [email protected]

[email protected],

[email protected]

Website: www.judiciaryzanzibar.go.tz

THE JUDICIARY OF ZANZIBAR

ZANZIBAR JUDICIARY MODERNISATION PROJECT

(Zi-JUMP)

TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR THE PROCUREMENT OF

THE FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST TO

SUPPORT IMPLEMENTATION AND MANAGEMENT OF

THE ZANZIBAR JUDICIAL MODERNIZATION PROJECT

(Zi-JUMP)

(Individual Consultant)

JULY, 2026

• INTRODUCTION
• The Judiciary of Zanzibar (JoZ), with financing from the International Development Association (IDA), is implementing the Zanzibar Judicial Modernization Project (ZiJUMP). Approved in April 2024, ZiJUMP provides a credit of US$30 million to strengthen citizencentric judicial services by enhancing accessibility, efficiency, and transparency[1]. The project is structured around three components: Access to Justice Services, Court Efficiency, and Citizen and Stakeholder Engagement, each designed to modernize the judiciary and align institutional reforms with the Zanzibar Development Vision 2050 and the World Bank’s governance priorities[2].

• To ensure effective delivery, the Project Appraisal Document (PAD) requires the establishment of a Judicial Reform Delivery Unit (JRDU) within JoZ, comprising specialists in financial management, procurement, environmental and social safeguards, and monitoring and evaluation. This unit is mandated to oversee daytoday implementation and safeguard compliance with fiduciary, technical, and operational standards[3].

• BACKGROUND OF THE ASSIGNMENT
• The PAD identifies fiduciary risks as substantial, underscoring the importance of robust financial management systems to guarantee accountability, transparency, and prudent use of resources. At present, JoZ faces a critical challenge: the financial staff engaged under ZiJUMP is simultaneously responsible for broader institutional financial affairs. This dual role has created a situation where the same officer, who also serves as the Chief Accountant of JoZ, manages project finances, reviews them, and approves financial decisions. The absence of segregation of duties has led to weaknesses in financial oversight and contributed to poor financial management practices.

• To address this gap, JoZ seeks to recruit an additional Financial Management Specialist dedicated to ZiJUMP. This specialist will provide an independent review and strengthen internal controls, ensuring that project resources are managed transparently and efficiently. The engagement will also build institutional capacity, reduce fiduciary risks, and re