FEDERAL GOVERNMENT OF SOMALIA
MINISTRY OF FINANCE
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI)
Country:
Federal Government of Somalia (FGS)
Name of the Project:
Somalia Capacity Advancement, Livelihood and Entrepreneurship, through Digital Uplift Project (SCALED-UP)
Assignment Title:
ICT Consultant for Payment Switch- Central Bank of Somalia (Individual Consultant)
Project ID:
P168115
Individual/Firm:
Individual Selection
Deadline for submission of EOI
16th May 2023 4:00PM
Ref No.
SO-MOF-345384-CS-INDV
1. Background: The Republic of Somalia has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Somalia Capacity Advancement, Livelihood and Entrepreneurship, through Digital Uplift Program (SCALED-UP) project; and intends to apply part of the proceeds of the above project to finance the position of the ICT Consultant for Payment Switch (Individual Consultant) for - Central Bank of Somalia
2 Responsibilities: The ICT Consultant for Payment Switch Will Provide strategic direction and oversight for IT related design, development, implementation, operation and support of IT systems and programs that fulfil the needs and objectives of the project; Support growth objectives to fulfil the project’s goals regarding information technology according to the adopted mission, vision, and core values; Create and implement strategies to ensure network capacity, transmission, storage, data security, business continuity, disaster recovery and high reliability and availability of technology resources; Ensure project’s ability to evolve with a rapidly changing environment and anticipate changes in technology; Effectively review new technologies for inclusion into the project’s products, processes, and information management systems to ensure the business remains innovative, creative, and abreast of information technology trends; Act as a liaison with IT vendors, technical consultants, technology providers and regulatory agencies. 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/payment-switch-project-ict-consultant
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:
A degree in Computer Science or a related field is required. Postgraduate qualifications will be an advantage.
Minimum of 7 years of senior leadership experience in managing IT departments or organizations is required. Preferably in a banking industry.
Recent working knowledge of the following technologies is desirable: Cloud computing environment, Active Directory management and group policies, VMware, Large Network management, Cybersecurity, Storage, Datacenter design and configuration and Core banking solutions experience.
Experience in a strategic and tactical leadership role in a fast-paced, dynamic and ever-changing technology environment.
Proven project management experience - including experience in allocating and coordinating resources to ensure proper execution considering key dependencies.
General and practical knowledge of ITIL, EMV standard, PCI/DSS guidance is preferable.
Experience in implementing a payment SWITCH in a commercial bank or SWITCH company and worked with a vendor to successfully deliver the project as per project scope and schedule.
Experience in supporting ATM/POS switching, Debit Card issuance/management, Digital Channels interfaces, ISO 8583 and ISO 20022 interface messaging standards.
Experience in working on EMV Contact/Contactless cards, VISA, Master card Issuing and Acquiring Schemes compliance and requirements.
Practical experience in testing ATM/POS Switching, payment cards and QR code systems.
Understanding of national payments technology trends, challenges, and strategies.
Capacity to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
Exceptional organization skills, detail oriented and excellent time management skills.
Ability to apply technical problem-solving techniques.
Demonstrated analytical thinking.
Banking experience is an advantage, but not a requirement.
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 in November 2020 ("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 16th May 2023 4:00PM. local Time .
Attention
Project Coordinator, SCALED-UP Project,
Ministry of Finance, Federal Government of Somalia, Shangani District, Mogadishu, Somalia
Email Address: [email protected]
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