Consultancy to develop an operational manual on social protection funds — The Gambia RISE Project

Original title: Consultancy to develop a comprehensive Operational Manual on Social Protection Funds for NSPA

Deadline

July 1, 2026

Closed

Published on June 15, 2026 at 12:00 AMModified on June 17, 2026 at 01:03 AM

Key information

Type: Consulting & Studies
Location: Gambia, The
Deadline: July 1, 2026 at 12:00 AMClosed
Estimated Value: Not disclosed
Language of Notice: English

What is this tender about?

Consultancy to develop an operational manual on social protection funds — The Gambia RISE Project is a consulting & studies procurement opportunity published by Central Project Coordinating Unit in Gambia, The on June 15, 2026. Submissions closed on July 1, 2026. 1 official document is attached below.

Develop clear, transparent procedures for fund administration that align with the Social Protection Act and existing regulations
Define clear decision-making criteria and processes that ensure alignment with the Fund’s objectives
Establish linkages between the Fund and coordination tools like the GamSR for targeting and beneficiary identification, GRM, monitoring etc. Tools that support fund. • Clarify the relationship between the Fund and existing programmes
Define the conceptual positioning of the ASP sub-window within the Fund, including its strategic role and linkages to national shock response systems
Provide guidance on the 1% contingency reserve including permitted and prohibited uses
Ensure the manual promotes transparency, accountability and efficient fund utilization
Qualification and Experience Requirements The individual consultant should possess the following: • An advanced degree (master’s degree or higher) in social policy, public administration, development economics, or a related field. • At least 7 years of professional experience in social protection programme design and implementation. • Demonstrated experience in developing operations manuals or comparable institutional documents. • Strong knowledge of social fund operations and international best practices. • Proven expertise in results-based management, monitoring, and evaluation. • Excellent writing and communication skills in English. • Experience in facilitation, training, and stakeholder engagement 3.1 Desirable Qualifications • Previous experience in West Africa or The Gambia, or a developing economy
Knowledge of Gambian social protection system and policies
Experience with social registries and targeting systems
Knowledge of financial management and procurement procedures
Familiarity with MIS for social programmes
Assignment Duration: The consultancy shall be completed within approximately 10 weeks (50 - 55 working days) from the date of contract signing. 5. Submission of Expressions of Interest: Expressions of interest should be delivered in a written form to the address below (by email) on or before 1st July 2026 at 12h30 GMT. Full TOR Availability Notice: The full Terms of Reference (TOR) will be made available upon request. Please send your request via email to the addresses provided below: The Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs (MoFEA) through the Gambia Resilience Inclusive Skills and Equity Project (RISE), now invites eligible 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 attention of interested Universities is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” dated February 2025 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. A University will be selected in accordance with Individual Consultant Selection (IC) method set out in the Consultant Guidelines. Further information and Terms of Reference can be obtained at the address below during office hours from 09:00 to 16:00 Monday to Thursday and 09:00 to 12h30 on Friday. Central Project Coordination Unit Royal Insurance Building 2nd Floor, Kotu Bertil Harding Highway The Gambia Email: nsosseh@cpcumof.gm, mktouray@cpcumof.gm, ygassama@cpcumof.gm, rsey@cpcumof.gm

What are the key dates?

Publication
June 15, 2026
Bid Submission Deadline
July 1, 2026
Evaluation & Award
Pending
Contract Signature
Pending

Procuring Entity

Name: Central Project Coordinating Unit
Country: Gambia, The
Contact person: Ndey Anta Taal
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