Type of Contract                                          Consultant

Duration of Assignment:                             3 months possible extension based on fund availability

Duty Station:                                                District

Supervisor:                                                   District Executive and Mayor

The Joint Programme on Strenthening Local Governance and Decentralized Service delivery – Dowlad-kaab works with the Ministry of Interior to provide support to the district administration and district councils in the provision of services according to the mandate. The Ministry of Interior, with support from Dowlad-Kaab programme is institutionalizing the district development framework process, ensuring that the priorities of all the communities within the district are incorporated in an overall plan for service delivery.

It is envisaged to achieve as wide coverage in Federal Member States as resources and conditions allow with a comprehensive approach to assist local governments to be credible, professional service providers, increasing public investment in basic services, and strengthening civic awareness and participation in local decision-making and development.  Joint Programme on Strengthening Local Governance and Decentralized Service delivery – Dowlad-kaab Programme will focus on:

• Enhancing local government capacity to provide responsive and efficient services.
• Emphasizing community engagement and inclusive governance practices, including e-governance.
• Ensuring all voices are heard, with a special emphasis on marginalized groups, promoting transparency and accountability.
• Developing sustainable strategies tailored to the unique needs of each region and Federal Member State (FMS) to respond to local needs as part of an effort to build resilient and sustainable communities.

Strong emphasis will be placed on gender and women in local government, human rights and local governance, and good governance principles of transparency, accountability and participation.

The Capacity Building consultant will be based in the Ministry of Interior-.  The role of the Capacity Building consultant will be to provide technical and capacity building support that includes an extensive on-the-job training  to  District  Departments that is  targeted at building the district capacities to facilitate their ability to deliver services and manage the  decentralization  processes as required in the ongoing local government reform process, many of which are implemented with support from the Dowlad-Kaab Joint Programme on Local Governance. Key areas of support will include skills building, knowledge enhancement, training and capacity development in all areas related to local government planning, management, administration and human resources. The Capacity Building consultant will be closely working with District Departments. The Capacity building consultant will also responsible to provide direct capacity building support to district as required.

The position is performance based with an initial probation period of 3 months. Quarterly performance assessment of the incumbent will be conducted by MOILGs with support from UNDP/Dowlad-Kaab and monthly payment is based on the delivery of the required output. The performance will be based on achievements of tasks. The contract is for 3 months. Potential renewal of contract will depend on achievement of the tasks in this TOR, and a potential renewal will then include new tasks for capacity development.

Summary of Key Functions:

·        Provide technical support to District Departments;

·        Assist district departments especially District Planning Department in coordinating district capacity building activities;

·        Provide technical support to the implementation of PEM in the district;

·        Provide technical support to the preparation of the DDF and district Annual Work Plan and Budget;

·        Provide technical support to LG department to assist district build their capacities in the areas of financial management, budgeting, procurement, Administration and office management, and HR management;

·        Support District Departments to assist district build their capacities in the areas of PEM, planning, budgeting, preparation of DDF and district AWP/B

·        Facilitate knowledge building, skills acquisition and capacity development at the local level;

·        Provide support to on-the job training at the district levels;

·        Support the district’s organizational restructuring and development of operational policies and procedures for effective performance and service delivery:

Detailed description of functions: 

Within the first six weeks of the assignment, the Expert will prepare a detailed Work Plan for the remaining period of the contract based on the objectives of the assignment. This must be approved by the Director of the Local Government prior to implementation. A copy of the Plan must be provided to the JPLG and other partners.

·        Submission of monthly, quarterly, and Annual Work Plan;

·        Identify  capacity gaps and design plans for strengthening capacities;

• Capacity Building Strategy for District Deparment and Planning department developed;
• Capacity Building Strategy and Action plans for district capacity development produced in collaboration with district Department Directors, MOILGs and Dowlad-Kaab on an annual and quarterly basis;

·        Prepare an On-job training and capacity building actions plan,

• Produce monthly , quarterly and annual reports

IMPACT OF RESULTS:

The key results have an impact on the execution of the District Planning Departments.  Appropriate fulfillment of tasks and a client-oriented approach enhances District Departmentsand district councils’ capability to effectively and efficiently manage management the requirements of the local governance reform activities. The Capacity Building  consultant will be responsible to the District Executive but working closely with  the department of  District Local Government, and Department of planning.

The key results have an impact on the success of decentralization process in State. In particular, the key results have an impact on the design, operation and programming of activities, creation of strategic partnerships as well as reaching resource mobilization targets.

·        Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.

·        Ability to plan, prioritise and deliver tasks on time; ability to participate effectively in a team-based information sharing environment; acceptance of additional responsibilities and capacity to work under pressure; high client service orientation; high initiative to solve problem; excellent analytical skills; excellent communication skills.

·        Shares knowledge and experience

·        Actively works towards continuing personal learning, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills.

·        Ability to perform a variety of specialized tasks related to Results Management, including support to design, planning and implementation of programme, managing data, reporting.

·        Focuses on result for the client and responds positively to feedback

·        Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude

·        Remains calm, in control even under pressure

·        Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities

VI. Recruitment Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant experience at the national or international level is required.
• Proven experience in capacity development and implementation.
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc).
• Experience with administration, finance, and human resource management required
• Self driven and motivated, ability to work under a minimum of guidance
• Pays attention to detail and ensures transparency and accountability
• Service minded and helpful, energetic and positive, and takes pride in seeing that the district is able to handle tasks.

Applicants are required to submit their achievement-oriented RESUME, with appropriate documentation, and the application.

The Ministry of Interior Ministry of Interior, Federal Affairs and Reconciliation and UNDP-Dowlad-Kaab focal point,

will only be able to respond to those applications in which there is further interest.

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.