Federal Government of Somalia (FGS)
Communications Consultant- Somali Bureau of Standards (Individual Consultant) – Mogadishu, Somalia

- Background: The Republic of Somalia has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the De-Risking, Inclusion and Value Enhancement of pastoral economies in the Horn of Africa Project (DRIVE); and intends to apply part of the proceeds of the above project to finance the position of Communications Consultant (Individual Consultant) for the Somali Bureau of Standards (SOBS).
Responsibilities: The communications consultant is responsible for managing all communication and media tasks of SOBS which includes developing communication materials, reports and increasing the visibility and knowledge management of the institution: All other specific tasks detailed in in the Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment that can be found at the following website: https://mof.gov.so/publications/communications-consultant-somali-bureau-standards
- Duration: The proposed duration for the assignment is twelve (12) calendar months from starts date.
Skills and Qualifications
- Selection Criteria: The selection shall be based on qualification, experience and skills of the candidate and followed by an interview. The qualifications, experience and competencies include:
- Advanced University Degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) in communications, development studies, journalism, international affairs, political science, or Public Administration and other related field.
- A first level University degree (Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent) along with 8 additional years of relevant experience may be accepted or Master’s degree with 5 years of relevant experience.
- A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in public relations, media management, partners or client relationship management, institutional development and/or market analysis.
- Demonstrated excellent research and analysis skills related to partner/business development in an international setting.
- Proven knowledge of visual communications principles and fluency with design software.
- Understanding and/or experience with digital content and social media analytics
- Good understanding of functioning of Somali government and its socio-political landscape.
- Demonstrated ability to use basic graphics programmes.
- Field experience or experience in developing countries will be considered an asset;
- Experience with international organizations or public institutions are considered an asset.
- Excellent writing, editing and oral communications skills in English and Somali is required.
- The Ministry of Ministry of Finance now invites eligible consulting (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services and furnish the Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- 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 dated in 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.
How to apply
- Interested Consultant may obtain further information (in person or by e-mail) at the address below during office hours from 8.00 a.m.– 4.00 p.m. Saturday to Thursday except on public holidays.
- Deadline for submission: Expressions of interest should be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by e-mail) by 25th December 2022 at 4.00 p.m. local Time.
Attention
Project Coordinator, DRIVE Project,
Ministry of Finance Federal Government of Somalia Shangani District Mogadishu, Somalia
Email Address: bid.drive@piu.mof.gov.so
Copy E-mail: procurement@sobs.gov.so

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