Somalia Capacity Advancement, Livelihoods and Entrepreneurship, through Digital Uplift Project (SCAL (Сомали - Тендер #52101499)

• Project ID

P168115

• Project Title

Somalia Capacity Advancement, Livelihoods and Entrepreneurship, through Digital Uplift Project (SCAL

• Country

Somalia

• Notice No

OP00277713

• Notice Type

Request for Expression of Interest

• Notice Status

Published

• Borrower Bid Reference

SO-MOF-404088-CS-INDV

• Procurement Method

Individual Consultant Selection

• Language of Notice

English

• Submission Deadline Date/Time

Mar 25, 2024 16:00

• Published Date

Mar 06, 2024

• CONTACT INFORMATION
• Organization/Department

Federal Republic of Somalia, Ministry of Finance, Office of the Director General

• Name

Abukar Osman

• Address

Ministry of Finance - Shanagi District, Mogadishu, Somalia.

• City

• Province/State

Somalia

• Postal Code

• Country

Somalia

• Phone

+2526176352

• Email

scaleduppc@piu.mof.gov.so

• Website

FEDERAL GOVERNMENT OF SOMALIA

MINISTRY OF FINANCE

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI)

1. Background: The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) is a Government Agency in Somalia, first established in 2020, with the aim of creating and maintaining the national identification system. NIRA is, inter alia, responsible for registering citizens and residents and for providing them with secure and verifiable credentials, including a unique identification number and a national identity card. It also serves as a trusted provider of identity verification and authentication services, promoting the use of the foundational identification system. With the establishment of NIRA Somalia, the government is committed to providing a reliable and efficient identification system that will enable individuals to access services and participate in the development of the country.

The Federal Government of Somalia is implementing the World Bank-financed Somalia Capacity Advancement, Livelihood and Entrepreneurship, through Digital Uplift Project (SCALED-UP) and intends to use part of the proceeds to hire a System Administrators (Individual Consultant) for the National Identification and Registration Authority.

2. Responsibilities: The consultant will Develop and maintain all systems, applications, security, and network configurations; Installing, configuring, and maintaining the networked computer system, including hardware, system software, and applications; Setting up new users and giving them access to the intranet upon approval; Monitoring the firewall and the internet connection for security risks; Employing the latest security protocols; Diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, networking, and system issues when they arise; Making recommendations for replacing and upgrading defective or outdated components when necessary; Monitoring performance and maintaining systems according to requirements. All other specific tasks detailed in The Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment that can be found at the following website: https://mof.gov.so/publications/system-administrator-nira

3. Duration: The proposed duration for the assignment is Twelve Months (12) calendar months from starts date.

4. 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:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Five (5) years" experience in the field of computer networking and system administration, including at least two (2) years direct experience in maintaining computer servers and networks.
• Microsoft MCSE certification or similar is a plus.
• Proven experience as a System Administrator, Network Administrator, or similar role.
• Experience with databases, networks (LAN, WAN) and patch management
• Knowledge of system security (e.g., intrusion detection systems) and data backup/recovery.
• Ability to create scripts in Python, Perl, Java, or other languages.
• Familiarity with various operating systems and platforms.
• Ability to prioritize a wide range of workloads with critical deadlines.
• Availability outside of working hours to resolve emergency issues promptly.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Somali and English, both spoken and written.

5. 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).

6. 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 September 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.

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

8. 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.

9. 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 March 2024 4:00PM. local Time.

Attention

Project Coordinator, SCALED-UP Project,

Ministry of Finance, Federal Government of Somalia, Shangani District, Mogadishu, Somalia

Email Address: bid.scaledup@piu.mof.gov.so

Cc: hr@nira.gov.so

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