Selection of Strategic Advisor

Source: World Bank — Trade Logistics Project

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

(CONSULTING SERVICES – Individual CONSULTANTS)

COUNTRY: Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia

NAME OF PROJECT:  Ethiopia Trade Logistics Project (P156590)

CONSULTING SERVICES: Logistics Transformation Office (LTO) Strategic Adviser

1. The Government of Ethiopia has received financing from the World Bank (WB) toward the cost of the Ethiopia Trade Logistics Project (ETLP). The objective of this project is to enhance the performance of the Ethio-Djibouti corridor through improvements in operational capacity, efficiency and range of logistics services at the Modjo Dry Port (transforming the port to logistics hub). The project will achieve this through investments in physical infrastructure, ICT systems, institutional capacity strengthening and support for regulatory reform. Besides, EMAA is in preparation to implement the National Logistics Strategy (NLS) which is aimed to transform Ethiopia’s logistics sector.
2. The Ethiopian Maritime Affairs Authority (EMAA) through its Project Implementation Unit (PIU) is the implementing agency of ETLP and by setting up LTO, the implementation of the NLS will be expedited. The LTO has the mission of transforming the country’s trade logistics sector through capacity building measures, coordinating activities of various actors, enhancement of trade facilitation and transit systems, as well as improvement of trade financing schemes and regulatory frameworks.
3. Hence, EMAA would like to strengthen its internal technical capacity for the realization of the NLS and transformation of Ethiopia’s logistics sectorthrough engaging the consulting services of qualified and experienced LTO Strategic Adviser
4. The successful applicant shall advice, oversee and direct the LTO team comprised of contractual personnel towards the overall project/programs and intervention governance and direction, and implementing course of corrections as needed. The role shall focus on project monitoring, control, team integration, change integration, and corrective action as needed. The position shall ensure the application of strategy implementation standards in managing the NLS realization.
5. The successful applicant will be engaged immediately on a full time basis for two year (extendable in three months contract basis depending on the satisfactory performance in the contract duration) and for additional years during the NLS implementation period.
6. The EMAA invites qualified and experienced consulting individuals (“Consultants”) that are eligible to participate in the NLS implementation to express their interest in providing the Service for the above position. Interested consultant should provide Letter of Expression of Interest along with their CVs and information (documentary evidence of academic background, evidence on experience in similar assignments & knowledge, etc.) indicating that they are qualified to perform the services as per the minimum qualification criteria listed below.
7. The desired Strategic Adviser should possess the following qualifications, competencies and expertise:

• PhD or Master or Bachelor degree from a recognized academic institution in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Management, Economics, International Development, or areas directly related to logistics operations like Transport, Freight forwarding, Port management, Shipping Management, Maritime law, Logistics Engineering and Industrial Engineering or related fields.
• At least 12/10/8 years of directly related experience (Bachelor, master and PhD respectively) in logistics strategy and supply chain study preparation, analysis and implementation,  international trade study and foreign trade operations, global logistics market, and out of this at least 5 years in managerial and/or advisory position in different levels.
• Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to the logistics/Supply Chain  systems and trade facilitation
• Proven strong skills techniques of planning, monitoring and controlling programs and projects.
• Excellent interpersonal skill combined with a flexible and adaptable attitude, of good teamwork and proven networking skills to work with contractors and consulting firms.
• Ability to work strategically to realize LTO goals, develop strategies, set clear visions.

• Ability to persuade and influence, negotiate to obtain agreement, promote ideas.
• Ability to network and establish good relations with staff, partners and government.
• Proven ability to work effectively both independently and in a team based environment;
• Provennetworking & team-building skills to work with people from diverse background.
• Fluency in both Amharic and English language including verbal and written;
• Excellent report and correspondence writing and presentation skills;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including MS project skills is required.

1. The LTO Strategic Adviser will be stationed in EMAA (Addis Ababa) with travel to different programs/project site as required.

1. The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to paragraph 1.9 of the World Bank’s Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants under IBRD Loans & IDA Credits & Grants by World Bank Borrowers, January 2011 (Revised July 2014) (“Consultant Guidelines”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. Selection of an Individual Consultant will be in accordance with World Bank’s Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants under IBRD Loans and IDA Credits& Grants by World Bank Borrowers, January 2011 revised July 2014 ("Consultant Guidelines").

1. The evaluation criteria will be solely based on individual experience and qualifications as follows.

1. Qualification (40%). This criterion further divided into two:

              Educational Status (20%) and Relevant Qualification (20%)

1. Total years of Experience (40%). This criterion further divided into two:

              General Experience (15%) and Relevant Experience (25%)

1. Specific Experience related to trade logistics and IDA financed projects (20%). This criterion further divided into two: Trade Logistics Experience (12%) and IDA financing projects (8%).
2. After short listing based on individual experience and qualifications as mentioned above, relevant written exam and/or interview will be held to end up with the winning LTO Strategic Adviser.

1. Further information (Detailed ToR for the assignments) can be obtained at the address below during office hours: from 09:00 A.M to 12:30 P.M hours and from 2:00 P.M to 5:00 P.M hours, Monday to Thursday and 09:00 A.M to 11:30 A.M and 2:00 P.M to 5:00 P.M hours on Friday.
2. The Expression of Interest along with documentary evidences can be delivered in hard copies or electronically (by e-mail) to the address below on or before ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­------------------------, 2019 11:00am.

Ethiopia Trade Logistics Project Office

Attention: Mengist Hailemariam, PhD (Project Manager)

Address:  Mexico Square in front of Hotel D’Afrique,

Tadesse Tefera Building 2nd Floor Room No. 05

P.O.Box: 1861, Addis Ababa

Tel.:  +251 11 5503638 and +251 11 5503828

Fax:        +251 11 5503960

Email:     etlp.emaa@gmail.com

Ethiopian Maritime Affairs Authority