Somalia: National AIMS Consultant

Vacancy reference no.: VAC-0374 Position: National AIMS Consultant Place of performance: Mogadishu, Somalia Contract duration: 30 days over 7 months Starting date: ASAP

OVERVIEW OF CTG GLOBAL CTG support and manage humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world. With past performance in 15 countries – from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia and Central and South America – we offer a holistic fabric of project management, implementation and support. Skilled in emergency response to crises such as the Ebola outbreak in West Africa, we have the ability to act quickly (crisis response teams can be on the ground in 24 hours) and to establish structured operations in high-risk environments. CTG recruit and manage qualified, skilled teams with extensive experience operating in challenging conditions.

OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION Monitoring aid flows is an integral part of the overarching Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) frameworks of the New Deal in Somalia and will be key to ensure an effective implementation of the National Development Plan.

The reporting and monitoring arrangements of the Somali Compact specify that a framework should be established to monitor Compact implementation. The monitoring of aid flows will be led by the Somali Government.

Government authorities and development partners expressed dissatisfaction with the system for tracking aid flows — the Development Assistance Database (DAD) established by the client for the government- which was set up in the country in 2011 which operated until 2015. During that period the use of the DAD has been irregular and tracking of aid flows has been largely stymied. Lessons from other countries indicate that successful aid information management systems (AIMS) rely not only on technological solutions but also on the institutional arrangements to encourage participation and reporting.

In 2014, government authorities recognized the need to conduct a review of the Development Assistance Database (DAD) and broader Aid Information Management in Somalia. In the “Concept Note for Developing a Somali Compact Monitoring Framework,” endorsed by the SDRF Steering Committee. In August 2014, a review of the Somalia AIMS was identified as an essential next step for improving the quality of aid flow data. In response to this identified need, Our Clients supported a joint-consultancy assignment which was carried out in 2015. The consultancy included consultations with government, development partners and civil society, and resulted in the identification and proposal of strategic options tailored to the Somali context that respond to expectations of Somali stakeholders and donors.

These expectations mostly relate to the need to ensure that aid information management is nationally led and owned, simple and sustainable, contributes to improved communication and trust-building between government and donors, and helps develop institutional capacity.

They refer also to the need for the data collection, verification, analysis, dissemination and interpretation process to be easy to manage by the different parties involved, and for the information to be accessible for citizenship. Within this framework, and based on the recommendations of the Aid Information Management Review, the Federal Government of Somalia is requesting support to UNDP for the development of a Somali-led Somali-owned Aid Information Management System which allows to have timely information about aid flows delivered in the country as well as of foreseen envelopes to be invested in the country in the short and mid-term by development co-operation providers while promoting transparency and greater accountability on which type of aid is delivered in Somalia and how. The intention is that the Government of Somaliland would be endowed with a dedicated ‘window’ to enter and view data.

GENERAL FUNCTIONS Role objective: The main objective of the consultancy is to support the procurement by the client of a new Aid Information Management System in Somalia, with a focus on ensuring that different Somali institutions are informed of and agree with the process. The national consultant will work in coordination with the international consultant hired by our clients. The procurement process will be based on the recommendations of the Aid Information Management Review conducted in Somalia in 2015 and will engage the Federal Government of Somalia.

Expected output: Under the leadership of the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Planning & International Cooperation (MOPIC) of the Federal Government of Somalia and in close coordination with the international consultant and UNDP, the national consultant will provide support to facilitate the implementation of the tender process for the new Aid Management Information System. The main deliverables the consultant will contribute to include: Complete tender dossier for the procurement and development of a new Aid Information Management System (AIMS) for Somalia, including detailed: o Functional specifications o Technical specifications o Evaluation grid o Specifications of the development / design process which includes national partners o Specifications of support services required after the software is operational (bug-management,.) Specifications will build upon the findings from the Aid Information Management Report, and will include recommendations on open-source licensing. Preparations of and participation in the evaluation of the bids, identifying potential companies to approach for implementation in case insufficient bids are received This also includes: o Responding to questions during the procurement phase (on behalf of and through UNDP) o Participation in the evaluation of proposals The national consultant will ensure that key Somali State institutions (in particular the Ministry of Planning & International Cooperation, the Aid Coordination Unit, the Ministry of Finance as well as Federal Member States’ administrations) are informed of and agree with the process of procurement of the new Aid Information Management System. The deliverables to which the national consultant will contribute under the responsibility of the international consultant include: o Tender dossier for the procurement and development of a new Aid Information Management System (AIMS) for Somalia o Evaluation of the bids (as part of a broader evaluation team) Project reporting:  Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Planning & International Cooperation. ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE Education:  Bachelor's degree in University degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Statistics, Development. Work experience:  Minimum of 5 years of demonstrable relevant Public Administration experience and/or minimum of 5 years of demonstrable relevant Statistics experience.

Geographical experience:  Minimum of 5 years of experience in Africa and/or Africa with local experience in Mogadishu is an advantage. Languages:  Fluency in English and Somali are essential. Key competencies:  University degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Statistics, Development Studies or any other related discipline  Sound understanding of IT solutions and experience in data management and/or database development  Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing  Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to build consensus and good judgement in dealing with politically sensitive issues  Prior experience of working in the field of organizational development  An advantage is to have prior experience with: o Procurement processes, preferably of software products o Aid Management and coordination, preferably with Aid Information Management Systems

Corporate Competencies:  Demonstrates commitment to the client's mission, vision and values.  Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

Functional Competencies: Accountability  Mature and responsible; ability to operate in compliance with organizational rules and regulations;  Planning and organizing Effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner;  Ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work;  Ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent activities Teamwork and respect for diversity  Ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries;  Ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multicultural,  multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity and gender Leadership and Self-Management  Focuses on results for the client and responds positively to feedback  Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude  Remains calm, in control and good humoured even under pressure  Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities

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