Selection of Individual Consultant for Technology Governance

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

(CONSULTING SERVICES – INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT SELECTION)

Country: Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia

Employer: Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC)

Project: Governance Modernization to Enhance Efficient Service Delivery Project

Credit No.: 7619-ET

Assignment Title: Individual Consultant – Technology Governance

Reference No.: ET-CSC-544238-CS-INDV

• Background The Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Governance Modernization to Enhance Efficient Service Delivery Project; it intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services for an Individual Consultant – Technology Governance.

The consulting services will support the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC) in strengthening technology governance frameworks, digital transformation initiatives, and institutional capacity to enhance efficient public service delivery.

• Objective of the Assignment The objective of the assignment is to engage a qualified individual consultant with demonstrated expertise in technology governance, digital transformation, ICT strategy, and public sector modernization to provide technical advisory services and support the implementation of technology governance initiatives under the Project.

• Terms of Reference (TOR) The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment may be obtained upon request from the address given below during office hours or via email.

• Education Qualification and Experience Requirements• Required Education Qualification

• Master’s degree or higher in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, Public Administration, Management, Technology Policy, or a closely related field.
• Advanced certifications in technology governance, IT management, cybersecurity, digital transformation, or technology policy (e.g., COBIT, ITIL, ISO 27001 and PMP) are highly desirable.• Required Experience and Skills

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive professional experience in technology governance, IT strategy, digital transformation, or public sector technology oversight, preferably in senior or advisory roles.
• Proven track record of designing, implementing, and institutionalizing technology governance frameworks, policies, and standards in complex organizations or government institutions.
• Extensive experience working with federal or national-level public sector institutions, regulatory bodies, or international development organizations, demonstrating the ability to navigate complex institutional and political environments.• Required Technical Skills

• In-depth knowledge of technology governance frameworks and best practices (e.g., COBIT, ITIL, ISO/IEC standards, GDPR, or equivalent).
• Proven skills in technology risk management, including cybersecurity, data governance, digital ethics, and system sustainability.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts and technology policies into actionable governance, strategy, and policy recommendations.
• Selection Method The Individual Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant Selection (ICS) method set out in the World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, Sixth Edition, February 2025.

• Submission of Expressions of Interest Interested consultants shall submit:

• A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV);
• Copies of academic and professional certificates;
• A brief cover letter outlining relevant qualifications and experience related to the assignment. Further information may be obtained at the address below during office hours from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM to 5:00 PM Ethiopian Time.

Expressions of Interest must be delivered in written form (in person or by email) to the address below no later than 5:00 PM Ethiopian Time on July 20, 2026.

Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC)

Attention: Selamawit Alem

Bole Road, Behind Addis Ababa Exhibition Centre

300 Metres Behind Flamingo Restaurant

FCSC Building, 5th Floor

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Tel: +251 11 554 9707

Email: [email protected]

Fallback Contact

Attention: Tariku Burka

Procurement executive

Federal Civil Service Commission

Bole Road, 300 Meters Behind Flamingo Restaurant

FCSC Building,5th Floor

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia