Description of the project and Services provided:
The overall objectives of the project is to first increase the relevance, efficiency, effectiveness of EU support in Somalia, and, be the Delegation's 'eyes and ears' on the ground by providing first hand and timely information on the different elements that affect EU funded projects' implementation progress. This is with regards to: quality of the activities being implemented towards the achievement of the expected results, perceptions on the ground and to suggest actions for correcting gaps in the implementation of activities by the implementing partners and in the identification of new programmes.
The specific purpose of this contract is to enable the EU to ensure timely and relevant information as well as operational support to EU Delegation staff for programming, implementation and monitoring.
the results issued are:
Political, social and conflict context analysis
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The EU will be provided with relevant information about the political, social and conflict context in order to adequately orient public diplomacy, future development programming and evaluate risks for implementation.
Support to programming, contracting and monitoring tasks
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According to priorities defined by the Operations Section. The experts will support Programme Managers to follow up critical projects and activities and provide information about general performance identifying potential risks or solutions. When needed, specific technical support on specific sectors will be provided.
Logistic and liaison support
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Facilitate the travel of EU staff within the regions by and not limited to; updated information on security, travel and accommodation requirements, securing vehicles (when the need arises) to enable movement in the regions.
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Develop and maintain a network of contacts that can serve this result area, including participation in meetings such as; technical working groups, coordination meetings and preparation of briefing notes. Also assist in setting up of meetings, organising events such as project launches with the relevant government authorities, implementing partners and other stakeholders when the need arises
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Translate from Somali to English when circumstances require or during interviews and meetings. Translating of written Somali (newspaper articles, correspondence, etc. into written English.
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Advice on improved processes and policies in support of EU programming. Support in the implementation of regional member states and Federal Government policies and procedures in line with the strategic framework of the EU Development Cooperation in Somalia. Monitor adherence to rules, regulations and procedures.
Human Resources
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Two key experts will coordinate the three non-key experts who will be based in the various regions in Somalia. The key expert is also required to establish organizational functions, structures and work schedules for the team.
The services provided are:
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Policy advice
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Project evaluation and monitoring
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Project management/coordination
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Security Advice
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Network with Government authorities, NSAs, IPs and other agencies in Somalia
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Communication and visibility
