REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST: TWO (2) INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANTS TO CONDUCT A COUNTRY REVIEW MISSION ON SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT(SED) IN THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA

PROCUREMENT NUMBER : EOI/ APRM/CRM/SEDNG/EU /05/2021

Public Sector-Governance

Grant Number: PANAF/2020/420-467

Country: South Africa

Project Title: APRM: AGA-SP

BACKGROUND

In December 2020, The African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) received financing from the European Union (EU) in support of a three-year project. This project takes place within the framework of the African Governance Architecture Support Project (AGA-SP), consistent with the Africa-EU Partnership 2020-2023. The overall objective of the project is to contribute to the achievement of Aspiration 3: ‘An Africa of good governance, respect for human rights, justice and the rule of law’ and Aspiration 6 ‘An Africa, whose development is people driven, relying on the potential of African people, especially its women and youth, and caring for children’ of the African Union’s Agenda 2063.

Under this grant and project, the APRM hereby seeks to procure the services of two (2) experienced Individual Consultants (one of whom shall be a lead Team leader) to conduct a Country Review Mission in The Federal Republic of Nigeria on the SED thematic area.

OBJECTIVES OF THE ASSIGNMENT

The specific objectives of the CRM is to conduct a field mission to the Federal Republic of Nigeria and carry out broad based consultations with all relevant stakeholders including Government officials, political parties, parliamentarians, academia, trade unions, civil society, faith-based organisations, business, professional bodies, and others on Socioeconomic development in Nigeria.

The Consultant shall follow and be guided by the objectives contained within each APRM thematic area with specific focus on Socioeconomic Development (SED).

TIME FRAME & COMMENCEMENT

The Consultancy service shall commence upon signing the contract and the duration of the assignment is estimated at three weeks (twenty-one (21) working days), including the field mission. However, the consultant shall remain available for any contribution until an acceptable Report is submitted. The Consultancy is scheduled to commence in June/July 2021. In consultation with relevant staff of the APRM Continental Secretariat and other stakeholders, the consultant shall prepare and submit the following documents namely and Issue Papers; Zero Draft document and a consolidated Final Draft of the Thematic area.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

The Consultants MUST have the following:

• Education: Master’s level degree in Economics or Socioeconomic development-related field. PhD should be an added advantage.
• Have a credible publication and research record relevant to Socioeconomic Development in Africa.
• Advanced knowledge of the English language (written & spoken)

Experience:

1. Minimum 10 years professional experience in the areas of democratic institution building, constitutional reforms, human rights at national or international levels in various capacities; as well as experience in conducting similar assignments in Africa.
2. Experience in an APRM country review.
3. Extensive knowledge of the African Union (AU)Constitutive Act as well as the overall objectives of the APRM, particularly in the thematic area of SED and its interactions with the other areas.
4. Extensive knowledge of international relations and developmental issues in Africa.
5. Experience and knowledge of Africa-focused programs of Development Finance Institutions (e.g., Bretton Woods institutions, UN Agencies etc.) and other developmental partners.
6. Strong project management experience and able to respect deadlines.
7. Experience and knowledge of the Nigerian context in relation to SED
8. Demonstrative abilities to work in a team as well as the ability to work independently.

The APRM invites eligible consultants to indicate their interest for the above-mentioned consultancy by providing the requisite information and documentation:

1. Full curriculum vitae that includes information on educational qualifications, professional experience, expertise and referees.
2. Proof of all academic and professional qualifications listed on the CV through submitting copies of relevant degree certificates.
3. Have broad knowledge of International Relations, Development and Reform issues in Africa and Globally.

The short-list and the selection procedure shall be in done in accordance with the AU Procurement Manual, version 2.0 dated July 2016. Only Shortlisted Candidates shall be issued with the Terms of Reference (TORS)

Interested Consultants may obtain further information by contacting [email protected]  during office hours (8h00 -17h00 SAST). Clarification shall be published on the APRM website (www.aprm-au.org) and must be requested not less than seven days prior to the closing date of the bid.

SUBMISSION OF BID:

1. Expressions of interest must be submitted via email: [email protected] OR physically delivered to Procurement office (Tender Box at the Reception), African Peer Review Mechanism, Private Bag x09, Halfway House, 1685. Physical Address: 230 15th Street, Randjies Park, 1st Floor, Midrand, South Africa on or before 1^st June 2021 at 11.00am South Africa Time. The bids shall be opened on 1^st June 2021 at 11.00am South Africa Time
2. Submission to be titled: PROCUREMENT NUMBER: EOI/ APRM/CRM/SEDNG/EU /05/2021: Individual Consultant to conduct a Country Review Mission on Socioeconomic Development (SED) in The Federal Republic of Nigeria
3. Only bids submitted on time shall be accepted. Bids submitted with wrong submission title shall be rejected.