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INTERNATIONAL CONSULTANTS TO SUPPORT RWANDA PUBLIC INVESTMENTS PROGRAM (PIP)

Request For Expressions of Interest

General Information
Country:   Rwanda
City/Locality:   Kigali
Notice/Contract Number:   MDTF57314
Publication Date:   Nov 16, 2009
Deadline:   Nov 30, 2009
Funding Agency:   World Bank
Buyer:   PUBLIC SECTOR CAPACITY BUILDING PROJECT
Eligibility of Bidders:   Refer to full tex
Original Language:   English

Contact Information
Address:   John Rwangombwa
MINECOFIN
KIGALI
KIGALI
Rwanda
Telephone:   +250 788460646
Email:   Click here
Web Site:   www.minecofin.gov.rw

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Republic of Rwanda

Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning
P.O Box 158 Kigali, Rwanda
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

The Government of the Rwanda (GoR) through the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning (MINECOFIN) has received a Grant (MDTF for Public Financial Management Reform -TF057314) from the Department for International Development (DFID) and the European Commission, which is administered by the World Bank and part of the grant proceeds shall be used for the following individual consultant services to support the Public Investment Program (PIP) under Economic Management Component of the Grant.

1. AN INTERNATIONAL SENIOR INVESTMENT EXPERT AND A LOCAL SUPPORT CONSULTANT TO DEVELOP A STRATEGIC OVERVIEW AND GENERAL ORIENTATION OF THE 2010-2012 EXPORT –ORIENTED PUBLIC INVESTMENT PROGRAM (PIP)

The Strategic Overview and General Orientation (SOGO) will be developed by MINECOFIN in collaboration with line ministries and districts and needs to establish link between macroeconomic challenges and constraints, sector objectives as set out in EDPRS, and structure of the existing investment program and identified new priority investments. The assignment is to be undertaken by two individual Consultants (one International Senior Investment Expert and one Local Support Consultant) for a period of 75 working days.

The International Senior Investment Expert should demonstrate the following qualifications and experience: a) A PhD or at least a Master’s degree in Economics or Finance with at least 10 years of relevant experience, b) A solid understanding and ability to diagnose problems in public investment programming, government budget systems, and develop appropriate indicators of performance) Extensive knowledge of relevant literature on public finance in general and development expenditures evaluation in particular, d) Substantial experience in project management including risk assessment, project financing, e) Experience working on fiscal policies and management in developing and advanced countries, e) Sound English language capability (written and spoken), with emphasis on report writing and presentation skills, f) Proven ability to work independently with limited supervision and to operate effectively in a team environment.

The Local Support Consultant should demonstrate a) At least a Master’s degree in Development/Finance/Economics with at least 5 years of relevant experience, b) Experience of working in public sector particularly in relation to Public Investment Programming will be an added advantage, c) Experience of project development and management, d) Sound English and French language capability (written and spoken), with emphasis on report writing and presentation skills, e) Proven ability to work independently with limited supervision and to operate effectively in a team environment.

2. INTERNATIONAL LEAD AGRO-PROCESSING ADVISER FOR THE PUBLIC INVESTMENT SECRETARIAT
The International Lead Agro-Processing Expert is expected to : (i) Review existing reports, studies and analysis on key strategic investment opportunities in the agribusiness / agro-processing sector, (ii) Basing on a sound analysis of regional markets, develop a comprehensive master plan of 60 major agro-processing / export-oriented opportunities to be explored in the 30 districts of the country; propose project profile documents for the identified strategic joint-venture opportunities (production capacity issues, economies of scale, technology, human resource development, etc) and to (iii) Advise the Government on an implementation action plan and a coordinated design strategy (how the plants can complement each other). This assignment will take 45 working days.
The International Lead Agro-Processing Expert should demonstrate the following qualifications and
Expertise: a) A PhD or a master’s degree in food science, business management, agricultural economics and similar areas is considered essential b) deep knowledge and extensive experience of with agribusiness / agro-processing industries; c) demonstrated familiarity with the formulation of projects, d) demonstrated experience in agro-processing technologies and markets analysis.

3. INTERNATIONAL TECHNICAL ASSISTANT TO DEVELOP AND SUPPORT IMPLEMENTATION OF PUBLIC INVESTMENT COMMITTEE OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES
The International Technical Assistant (TA) will support in areas of project selection, PIP programming, liaison with line ministries and districts, procurement, information, research and database management, monitoring and reporting management and program quality controlling, communication development, capacity building and training, and other supporting services to achieve the objectives of Public Investment Technical Team (PITT). The TA will specifically provide close support to PITT in planning, screening, procurement, monitoring and reporting, publication, and ensuring effective facilitation of the Public Investment Policy action plan. The TA will closely co-ordinate with line ministries and obtain necessary project related information. This assignment will take 70 working days.
The International TA should demonstrate the following qualifications and Expertise: a) At least a Master’s degree in Economics, Finance or Development Management with at least 5 years of relevant experience; b) Substantial project management experience in an international development context; c) Public investment programming and management experience; d) Experience working with bi-lateral and multilateral organisations will be an added advantage; e) Sound English language capability (written and spoken), with emphasis on report writing and presentation skills; knowledge of French, f) Proven ability to work independently with limited supervision and to operate effectively in a team environment.

4. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO STRENGTHEN PPP FINANCIAL MODELING AND ESTABLISH PPP FUNDING FRAMEWORK

The International Consultant is expected to (i) Review existing approaches to financial and economic analysis of infrastructure projects, (ii)Develop a methodology for the financial and economic appraisal of potential Public Private Partnerships (PPP) projects in line with international best practice, (iii) Establish detailed procedures on the financial appraisal, assessment, ranking, and sequencing of PPP projects in line with best international practice; (iv) Conduct training on financial analysis of projects for identified public officials, (v) Review and critique the financial models of several major infrastructure/ PPP projects already under procurement, (vi) Propose a model for establishing an investment fund for promoting public private partnerships and other strategic investments that the Government seeks to promote. This assignment will take 60 working days.

The International Consultant should demonstrate the following qualifications and experience: a) A PhD or at least a Master’s degree in finance, business administration or economics, b) at least 8 years or more of international professional experience in financial modeling and appraisal of PPPs, c) deep familiarity with the PPP methodology, overall frameworks and funding models; c) demonstrated familiarity with strategic investments funding and the formulation, appraisal, and approval procedures for PPP projects; e) demonstrated familiarity with the following with respect to infrastructure planning: • Financial appraisal/ evaluation techniques, • Economic and social appraisal techniques, • Financial modeling and scenario planning, • Financial analysis/ critique of complex project proposals; f) experience in working with policymakers at all levels of government, with particular reference to determining appropriate methods of structuring PPPs and venture capital funds; and g) team leadership skills.

5. INTERNATIONAL ADVISOR TO ESTABLISH THE PUBLIC PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS (PPP) UNIT
The International Advisor is expected to (i) Review existing mechanisms of selection and implementation of PPP and other capital projects; (ii) Review the existing legal and institutional framework for Public Private Partnerships (PPPs) with a view to extend sector-specific guidelines and protocols, (iii) Enhance procedures on PPP assessment, ranking, and sequencing, in line with best international practice and domestic needs; (iv) Undertake sector analysis in key infrastructure sectors to identify prospects for possible PPP projects, (v) Assist in setting up Rwanda’s PPP unit ensuring that formal links are established with other public/ regulatory bodies, (vi) Prepare a comprehensive training and orientation regime for new staff, (vii) Develop a proposal for a revolving fund that will fund feasibility studies for potential PPPs. This assignment will take 70 working days.

The International Advisor should demonstrate the following qualifications and experience: a PhD or at least a Master’s degree in Economics, finance, business management, and similar areas is considered essential, b) At least 8 years or more of international professional experience in developing and managing PPPs, and should have the following qualifications and expertise: deep familiarity with the PPP methodology and framework; demonstrated familiarity with the formulation, appraisal, and approval procedures for PPP projects; c) demonstrated familiarity with the following with respect to PPP projects: complex project agreements, tendering arrangements, detailed legal and contractual agreements, risk management and contingent liability issues, and financial analysis of complex project proposals, etc.; d) familiarity with relevant policy and regulatory frameworks in order to enable the delivery of efficient infrastructure services; experience in working with policymakers at all levels of government, with particular reference to determining appropriate methods of structuring PPPs; and e) Familiarity with public sector processes and rules and regulations on Government involvement in PPP .

6. CONSULTANT TO ESTABLISH A “PPP COMMUNICATION STRATEGY AND AN INVESTOR MOBILIZATION PLAN FOR NATIONAL STRATEGIC INVESTMENTS”.

The objectives of this consultancy are: (i) to develop a “strategic investor mobilization plan” for approved “national strategic investments” in close collaboration with RDB; to raise awareness amongst the international investor networks of the range of public sector investments open to the private sector. The plan should provide MINECOFIN and RDB with a clear strategy and roadmap to attract the best investors into the country on national strategic investments; (ii) To strengthen understanding of PPPs amongst local stakeholders in both the public and private sectors; (iii) To create a MINECOFIN PPP unit website and a unified public investment communication strategy for the GOR encompassing MINECOFIN, RDB, and line ministries; the strategy should facilitate cross-departmental communication with regards to the various PPP projects in particular and highlights their role. This assignment will take 40 working days.
The Consultant should demonstrate the following qualifications and experience: a) a Master’s Degree in communication, finance, economics or a related field and 10 years + related experience b) Extensive experience in investor mobilization, c) Some experience in creating websites and developing communication strategies, d) Strong communication capacities and skills.

MINECOFIN now invites eligible individual consultants to indicate their interest in providing the above mentioned services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services (detailed CVs showing their academic background, experience in similar assignments, knowledge of the local conditions such as local language, administrative system, government organization, etc).

The Consultants will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in paragraph 5 “Selection of Individual Consultants” of Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants by World Bank Borrowers (May 2004, revised October 2006).

Expressions of interest must be addressed to the Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury of MINECOFIN and delivered by email attachment as a single Microsoft Word or PDF file on or before 1100 hours local time on November 30, 2009 to the following email addresses:

bisa.octavien@minecofin.gov.rw, fred.mujuni@minecofin.gov.rw, jbagaza@hida.org.rw,
amin.miramago@minecofin.gov.rw and pfmprocurement@gmail.com.

NOTE: The above mentioned consultancy opportunities are for individual consultants. Expressions of interest submitted by firms shall only accepted if there is no more than one CV proposed for each consultancy service.

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