Job Description

The objective of this assignment is to support the International Consultant to undertake an indepth assessment of key issues related to the planning, design, and drafting of a local governance
project document for Somaliland and Puntland. The consultant will review existing governance
programmes—including the Joint Programme on Local Governance (JPLG)—to identify lessons
learned, best practices, and institutional gaps. The assignment will also explore opportunities to
scale up successful models of innovative decentralized service delivery, citizen participation, and
local government capacity-building.
The outcome will be a comprehensive and forward-looking project document that supports the
consolidation of local governance systems, deepens decentralization reforms, and aligns with
national development priorities, while guiding UNDP and development partners in shaping the
next phase of local governance programming.
3. Individual Contract and its General Terms and Conditions
Please see the INDIVIDUAL CONTRACT TEMPLATE
Please see the GENERAL CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT FOR THE SERVICES OF INDIVIDUAL
CONTRACTORS.
2.2 Section 2. Documents to be included with the proposal;
*1. Technical Proposal
Upload a brief proposal highlighting:

1. Why you are the most suitable for the job;
2. A Brief methodology on how you will approach and conduct the work (if applicable)
3. *2. Offeror's Letter to UNDP to Confirm Interest and Availability
   Please complete and submit a signed copy of the offer letter using the provided template, including a
   detailed cost breakdown of the financial proposal.
   Please provide detailed breakdown of the financial proposal and submit required financial
   information directly in the system as applicable. Make sure there are no mathematical errors , the
   amounts are accurate and match with amount entered directly in the system.
   Attachments:
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   PSU_ Individual
   Contract_Offer
   File Offer form
   Target: Offer Form
   *3. Personal CV
   Please upload your personal CV including past experience in similar projects at least 3 references

Experiences and Qualifications

*1. Master's degree in public administration, political science, development studies, governance, or other
relevant fields.
Indicate the highest academic qualification that you possess and upload a copy of the certificate.
Target: Masters Degree
*2. Do you meet the requirement of having five years of work experience in local governance, public sector
reform, or decentralization in complex or fragile settings.
Target: Yes
*3. Do you have solid experience in the areas of;
•€€€€€€ In-depth knowledge and understanding of local governance systems in Somalia, particularly
Somaliland and Puntland, is highly desirable.
•€€€€€€ Proven expertise in project strategy design, policy development, and implementation in
governance and institutional strengthening at a senior level.
•€€€€€€ Experience working in post-conflict or transitional contexts is an asset.
Individual Contractor UNDP-SOM-00492
•€€€€€€ Demonstrated experience working with international development partners, including the UN,
World Bank, and other multilateral/bilateral institutions, as well as government and civil society
stakeholders.

• Strong track record of delivering similar assignments, including the development of project
  documents, strategic frameworks, and stakeholder engagement processes

*4. Multilingual Communication: Fluent in both English and Somali

Skills Required

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