Job Description

REPUBLIC OF SOMALILAND

MINISTRY OF HEALTH DEVELOPMENT (MOHD)

PROJECT: DELIVERING THE ESSENTIAL PACKAGE OF HEALTH SERVICES (EPHS): “DAMAL CAAFIMAAD” PROJECT

SUBJECT: REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI)

POSITION: Damal Caafimaad Project Contract Management Specialist

Country:                     

Republic of Somaliland

Name of the Project:

DAMAL CAAFIMAAD PROJECT

Project ID:

P172031

Consulting Service:

Contract Management Specialist

Individual/Firm:

Individual Consultant

Duty Station:

Hargeisa

Deadline:

23 Sept 2023

Ref No:

SO-MOHD-367741-CS-INDV

1. Background

The MoHD is implementing Damal Caafimaad Project, financed by the world bank. The project development object is to expand and contribute to delivering the Essential Package of Health Services (EPHS 2023). The Project will focus on expanding an essential package of high-impact health and nutrition services across the population in the project target region(s) within available resources and service delivery capacity. Also, the project aims to develop the capacity of the district, regional and National offices of the MoHD to act as stewards of the health sector.

The Damal Caafimaad Project, funded by the World Bank, has three key components:

• Expanding the coverage of a prioritised EPHS in selected geographic areas.
• Strengthening the Government’s stewardship to enhance service delivery.
• Project Management, M&E, Knowledge Management, and Learning.

Therefore, the Ministry of Health Development (MoHD) of the Government of Somaliland (GoSL) invites suitably qualified individuals to apply for the position of PIU Regional Project (PIU- CMS) with the Improving Healthcare Services in Somaliland (“Damal Caafimaad”) Project funded by the World Bank and the GoSL. The PIU- CMS position will be a full-time contracted staff position.

1. Roles and Responsibilities

The PIU-CMS will play a crucial role in implementing the Damal Caafimaad project and will support the program's implementation. The procurement and subsequent PIU-CMS of the EPHS service delivery agents will be performed according to World Bank procurement regulations. The PIU-CMS is expected to work according to principles of good practice in contract management and bear responsibility for performance management and cost-effectiveness of contracts. The PIU-CMS contributes throughout the procurement process, e.g., planning and executing the procurement activities and managing these contract(s) during the implementation phase. The PIU-CMS will support the contract management of the Damal Caafimaad program and will review -service delivery contractor deliverables (including inception, quarterly and end-of-project reports) promptly to provide clear and concise feedback in line with expectations outlined in the contract. S/he will undertake all the other specific tasks detailed in the Terms of Reference (TOR) that can be found at the following https://somalilandmohd.com/vacancies/ or can be provided upon submission of the application (in person or by E-mail) provided below:

 In undertaking the assignment, the PIU- CMS will work closely and collaborate with the Technical Team of the World Bank, the PIU, and relevant line Ministries and Agencies. 

Skills and Qualifications

1. Selection Criteria: The selection shall be based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and skills, followed by an interview. The PIU-CMS will possess the following qualifications:

• Master’s degree in management disciplines such as business administration or public administration, OR master’s degree in public health, epidemiology, or medical degree.
• The ideal candidate will have a combination of health / public health training and management competencies.
• At least 5 years of experience in a project or programme management position with government, NGOs, or development agencies in the health sector is required. In addition, at least three years of experience collaborating with NGOs or development agencies is required.
• Familiarity with current health policies and the functions and use of existing M&E tools such as DHIS2, supportive supervision tools
• Desirable: Experience working in senior and contract management positions with government and international institutions would be advantageous.
• Strong skills in using MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• The ability to work with flexibility in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills and the ability to take the initiative.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with partners from various backgrounds and positions, including local and national authorities.
• Team worker with the ability to produce results.
• Good negotiation and communication skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication in English and Somali.

1. TIMING Duration of Assignment:

The PIU-CMS will be engaged full-time and is expected to commence the assignment for 12 months, with a six-month probation period. The contract is renewable annually, subject to satisfactory performance. The contract is renewable annually, subject to satisfactory performance evaluation. Terms of Reference and a detailed work plan with agreed targets will be used to evaluate performance.

1. REPORTING

The PIU-CMS will report to the Senior Project Coordinator at the PIU of MoHD and be expected to work closely with the PIU members and the relevant teams at the district and regional level in the execution of duties.

How to apply

1. Submission requirements

Interested consultants must provide the following: (i) a Curriculum Vitae (CV) with 3 reference persons; (ii) copies of certificates of academic qualifications; and (iii) a cover letter indicating that they are qualified to perform the services.

The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to section III, para 3.14,3.16 & 3.17 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers: Procurement in Investment Projects Financing Goods, Works, Non -Consulting and Consulting Services, July 2016, revised November 2017 August 2018 and November 2020 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.  

A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant method set out in the World Bank Procurement Regulations. 

Interested applicants may obtain further information, including a detailed Terms of Reference from the Ministry in person or by e-mail to the address below during office hours from 9.00 a.m. – 4.00 p.m. Saturday to Thursday.

Deadline: Expressions of interest and Curriculum Vitae (CV) must be delivered to the address below by hand, mail, courier or email on or before 23 Sept 2023, 2023, at 16:00 hours (4:00 PM).

How to apply:

Qualified candidates should send their CV, cover letter, certificates of academic qualifications and three appropriate references to [email protected] copying to [email protected] indicating “PIU Contract Management Specialist” in the email's subject line. Any applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

Address of the Ministry:

Road 1, near Hargeisa Group Hospital, Hargeisa, SL