Hiring of Communication Specialist for Resilient Agricultural Livelihood Project and Emergency Locust Response Project — Ministry of Agriculture an…

Republic of South Sudan Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (MAFS) Single Project Coordination Unit (SPCU) Request for Expression of Interest (REOI) COUNTRY: Republic of South Sudan NAME OF THE PROJECTS: Resilient Agricultural Livelihood Project and Emergency Locust Response Project CONSULTING SERVICES: Communication Specialist DUTY STATION: MAFS Project Building, Juba- South Sudan Ref No: SS-MAFS-405279-CS-INDV The Government of South Sudan (GoSS) has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the implementation of the following projects: South Sudan Resilient Agricultural Livelihood Project (SSRALP), South Sudan Emergency Locust Response Project (SSELRP).

Based on aforementioned, MAFS intends to apply part of the proceeds for the payment for the services of the Communication Specialist The objective of the assignment is to develop and implement communication and visibility strategies as well as disseminating information about the two projects. The postholder will also formulate proper sustainable communication management system that enhances effective coordination among program stakeholders with view to attain the project development objective. Responsibilities: The Communication Specialist will be responsible in identifying key stakeholders and their specific needs from the communication point of view; formulates and assist in the implementation of the Communication and Stakeholders’ Management Strategy and prepares content of communication materials such as press release, flyers, reports, etc. to be used in various activities/events and adhering to the general procedures and guidelines of the World Bank (WB) in order to ensure quality output of program interventions and all other tasks detailed in the Terms of Reference (TOR) that will be provided upon submission of application (in person or by E-mail).

Government officials or civil servants will not be considered unless: (i) they are on leave of absence without pay or have resigned or retired six months prior to the date of the advert; and (ii) they were not working either for MAFS (the hiring Agencies) before going on leave of absence without pay, resigned, or retired. Duration: The assignment will be for a period of twelve (12) months with a possibility of extension subject to satisfactory performance. Selection Criteria: The selection shall be based on qualification, experience and skills of the candidate and followed by an interview.

The qualification, experience and skills should include: Master’s Degree in communication, English Language, Journalism, Mass media, public relation or any other relevant field; At least 6 years’ experience in communication with donors funded projects and in communication for development using mass media; Strong Written and Oral communication skills in English Language; Strong written and oral Arabic Language is an added advantage; Experience in post- conflict or conflict situations is required; Mastery of Computer software skills required in all basic Microsoft, Word programs and publication software; Experience with MIS management and software is desired; Demonstrated interpersonal and negotiation skills including diplomacy and tact.

The MAFS now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the Services and furnish the Curriculum Vitae (CV) in the prescribed form that will be provided with the TOR upon submission of application (in person or by e-mail at the address given below). 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, and November 2020 [Procurement in investment Project Financing; Goods, Works, Non-Consulting and Consulting Services], setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.

A consultant will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the World Bank’s ‘Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers’ July 2016 revised November 2017, August 2018, and November 2020 for selection of individual consultant. Interested Consultants may obtain further information at the address given below from 9:00 to 16:00 Hrs. on working days (Monday through Friday.) Deadline for submission: The Expression of interest (EOI) and the CV completed in the prescribed form must be delivered to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) by Thursday, February 29, at 17:00 Hours (South Sudan Time).

Further details of this REOI are provided in the Terms of Reference (TOR), which may be obtained upon request in person or by e-mail to the address given below. Application through e-mail is highly encouraged. Attention: Program Director Single Project Coordination Unit (SPCU) Ministry of Agriculture (MAFS), Ministries Complex, Juab- South Sudan, E-mail: recruitmentsouthsudan.spcu@gmail.com with a copy to batalijms@mafs.gov.ss Women are strongly encouraged to apply.