Consulting Services for the role of Delivery Unit Coordinator (Project Coordinator) — Ministry of Technology and Science, Zambia

Original title: Consulting Services for the role of Delivery Unit Coordinator (Project Coordinator)

Deadline

June 19, 2026

Closed

Published on May 29, 2026 at 12:00 AMModified on June 12, 2026 at 12:05 PM

Key information

Type: Consulting & Studies
Location: Zambia
Deadline: June 19, 2026 at 12:00 AMClosed
Estimated Value: Not disclosed
Language of Notice: English

What is this tender about?

Consulting Services for the role of Delivery Unit Coordinator (Project Coordinator) — Ministry of Technology... is a consulting & studies procurement opportunity published by Ministry of Technology and Science in Zambia on May 29, 2026. Submissions closed on June 19, 2026. 1 official document is attached below.

Facilitate a holistic and integrated approach to implementing the project to ensure that all planned activities are implemented according to plan and on time
Coordinate implementation across key agencies and stakeholders, including TEVETA, MoLSS, MSMED, HELSB, and private sector partners, consistent with project agreements;
Identify project needs, procure and manage specialised services (e.g. hiring of consultants) required for effective project implementation;
Closely work with Deputy Coordinator(s)/Component Coordinator(s) (as applicable), and serve as secretariat to the Steering Committee and any technical committees/working groups established for STRIVE. | Work plans, budgets and disbursements | • Coordinate with Deputy Coordinator(s)/Component Coordinator(s) (as applicable) to:
Ensure preparation and consolidation of annual, quarterly and monthly work plans, reports, budgets, and procurement plans, and submit the same to the World Bank for no-objection in a timely manner;
Ensure smooth fund flow, including preparation of cash forecasts, Interim Financial Reports (IFRs), Withdrawal Applications, and supporting documentation for eligible expenditures and PBC-linked disbursements;
Ensure all required approval processes (e.g. budgets) are obtained on time. | Technical assistance and capacity building | • Provide internal technical assistance to PCU staff and external support to all stakeholders as needed, including TEVET institutions and training providers, relevant regulatory bodies, and industry/sector partners, for the accomplishment of project tasks;
Coordinate with Deputy Coordinator(s)/Component Coordinator(s) (as applicable) on execution of capacity building activities in a timely manner as described in project documents. | Fiduciary and procurement | • Provide strong oversight on financial management and procurement activities, and manage risks to ensure adherence to financial and procurement standards under STRIVE;
Ensure procurement is conducted in line with the World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers and relevant project documents (including the PPSD and Procurement Plan), and that procurement processes are managed through STEP as required;
Oversee contract management and support timely audit follow-up and resolution of fiduciary issues. | Social and environment safeguards | • Closely work with Deputy Coordinator(s)/Component Coordinator(s) (as applicable) and designated officers to ensure that environmental and social risk management measures are fully implemented as prescribed in the project;
Support preparation, disclosure, and implementation of required instruments under the World Bank Environmental and Social Framework (ESF), including the ESMF, SEP, Labour Management Procedures, SEA/SH Action Plan, and operation of the GRM; Ensure that civil works, where applicable, comply with good practice on occupational health and safety and waste management, and that stakeholder engagement is implemented throughout the project lifecycle. | Collect and present Performance-Based Conditions (PBCs) evidence to the World Bank | • Coordinate to ensure collection, quality assurance, and timely submission of evidence for Performance-Based Conditions (PBCs), in line with agreed protocols;
Coordinate any independent verification arrangements (as applicable) and ensure that verified PBC evidence is submitted to the World Bank in a timely manner. | Supervision missions and reporting | • Closely work with Deputy Coordinator(s)/Component Coordinator(s) (as applicable) to coordinate and facilitate bi-annual and intermittent supervision and implementation support missions launched by the Bank jointly with the Government;
Prepare the required reports for the above missions;
Provide information to the Bank as required;
Report on compliance with the mission's recommendations. | Synergy building | • Build synergies between STRIVE, other World Bank projects, and other counterparts' projects, including cooperating partners, to maximise programme outputs and outcomes. | External Partners engagement | • Build and maintain working relationships with various partners including industry/private sector, cooperating partners/development partners, civil society and non-governmental organisations. | Dissemination and visibility of project achievements | • Ensure the dissemination and visibility of project achievements and support mechanisms for exchange of information, experience and lessons learned at the local and national levels. | Any other duties | • Undertake any other tasks as assigned by the Ministry of Technology and Science (MoTS) and t

What are the key dates?

Publication
May 29, 2026
Bid Submission Deadline
June 19, 2026
Evaluation & Award
Pending
Contract Signature
Pending

Procuring Entity

Name: Ministry of Technology and Science
Country: Zambia
Contact person: George Matulula
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Which documents are available?

Tender Details
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