Formulation of digital literacy policy and strategy (Gambia)

The objective is to formulate a comprehensive, pragmatic, and gender-inclusive National Digital Literacy Policy and 5-Year Strategy Plan (2027–2032) for The Gambia, supported by an operational implementation roadmap, sustainable financing architecture, results-based M&E framework, and institutional capacity development plan. REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (REOI)-INDIVIDUAL SELECTION CONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR DIGITAL LITERACY POLICY AND STRATEGY FORMULATION Project Name: Digital Innovation for Government Efficiency and Sector Transformation (DIGEST) Project Sector: Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Reference No.: 46002 P-GM-GB0-002 Issued Date: 9th November2026 1.

Background The Government of The Gambia, through the Ministry of Communications & Digital Economy (MoCDE), is implementing the Digital Innovation for Government Efficiency and Sector Transformation (DIGEST) project with support from the African Development Bank (AfDB) under the Transition Support Facility (TSF Pillar III) with grant resources in the amount of 1,000,000 UA By integrating digital governance, infrastructure, and skills development, DIGEST will not only improve public sector efficiency but also create new economic opportunities, positioning The Gambia as emerging leaders in Africa’s digital future.

• Objective of the Assignment The objective is to formulate a comprehensive, pragmatic, and gender-inclusive National Digital Literacy Policy and 5-Year Strategy Plan (2027–2032) for The Gambia, supported by an -- 1 of 4 -- operational implementation roadmap, sustainable financing architecture, results-based M&E framework, and institutional capacity development plan. 3.Scope of Work The Consultantshall provide • Inception, Desk Review & Methodology report. • National Digital Literacy Diagnostic & Gap Assessment report • Formulate Draft National Digital Literacy Policy • Formulation of 5-Year Policy and Strategy document, Costing, and Implementation Roadmap. • Stakeholder Validation and Finalization 4.

Duration of the Assignment The duration of the contract is estimated for 4- months. The detailed work plan shall be agreed at inception and aligned with the project implementation. 5. Deliverables The assignment shall be completed within a total duration of four (4) months from contract effectiveness.

Deliverables shall be submitted in English (electronic editable format and PDF) and will be subject to review by the PIU, Technical Committee, and the Bank where required. Inception Report & Stakeholder Consultation Plan and National Digital Literacy Diagnostic & Gap Assessment Report are expected. 6.

Consultant Qualification The selected Consultant should meet the following minimum requirements • Qualifications:Advanced degree (Master's) in ICT, Public Policy, Economics, Digital Transformation, education, Curriculum Development, or related discipline; • Experience: Minimum 8 years of professional experience in national ICT/digital policy formulation, digital strategy design, or regulatory governance in Sub-Saharan Africa or comparable developing contexts; • Minimum 6 years of experience in educational reform, digital curriculum development, or TVET/national digital literacy initiative -- 2 of 4 -- 7.Selection Criteria • The consultant shall be shortlisted based on the following criteria : (a) Advanced degree (Master's) in ICT, Public Policy, Economics, Digital Transformation, education, Curriculum Development, or related discipline; • b) Minimum 8 years of professional experience in national ICT/digital policy formulation, digital strategy design, or regulatory governance in Sub-Saharan Africa or comparable developing contexts;and Minimum 6 years of experience in educational reform, digital curriculum development, or TVET/national digital literacy initiative • (c)Proven experience leading at least two (2) national or sectoral digital economy policy assignments; thorough knowledge of AU Agenda 2063, AfDB ICT Action Plans, and UNESCO/ITU digital skills frameworks (d) Experience in donor-funded projects (African Development Bank, World Bank etc.) is an advantage;(e) Experience integrating ICT across primary, secondary, or vocational education systems, including teacher training and gender-responsive digital education models. e) experience in similar conditions of the sub