Infrastructural development expert

Background

NOTE: Signed Offeror’s Letter to UNDP Confirming Interest and availability - https://www.ba.undp.org/content/dam/bosnia_and_herzegovina/docs/Operations/Jobs/Offerors%20Letter%20to%20UNDP%20Confirming%20Interest%20and%20Availability.docx - Letter to UNDP Confirming Interest and Availability.docx - to be sent to e-mail ba.shared.hr@undp.org with Subject: Job ID 102175.

During the past eight years UNDP has made a significant contribution in promotion of energy efficiency in BiH. The focus was placed on the introduction of energy efficiency in the public sector across Bosnia and Herzegovina by implementation of 229 energy efficiency infrastructure projects and applying EMIS (Energy Management Information System) into more than 5,500 public buildings through the Green Economic Development project. These activities resulted in annual CO2 emission reduction of about 14,500 tons, total annual costs savings of 5,500,000 BAM, better living quality for more than 150,000 users, creation of 2,000 “green jobs”, increased awareness and understanding for energy efficiency and its resulting benefits. Based on this experience and obvious results UNDP continues to promote and work on energy efficiency in public sector together with government of BiH on local and national level through different activities such as performance of energy audits, trainings for public administration management, EMIS installation, development of EE action plans, etc.

As the member of Energy Community, BiH took over the obligation for implementation of European Union Directives, and, inter alia, obligations in energy efficiency area. In accordance with assumed obligations, all governance levels in BiH have to conduct a series of measures to improve energy efficiency and to fulfil set targets.

The purpose of this consultancy is to provide assistance to the Ministry of Communal Economy and Infrastructure, Physical Planning, Constructions and Environmental protection of Canton Sarajevo (further: the Ministry) in the process of implementation of infrastructural projects. To that end, an Expert will be engaged to conduct quality assurance during the specific works, and insure compliance with relevant legislation. Additionally the Expert will identify potential future investments and projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

The consultant will perform following tasks:

Task 1 – Conduct quality assessment of project documentation developed for the purpose of implementation of infrastructural projects In Sarajevo Canton

In the conduct of this task, the Expert will:

• Analize the developed project documentation which includes field visits and comparison of designed and in situ state.
• Evaluate the documentation and provide the suggestions for its correction and upgrade;
• Submit report on review findings

The time foreseen for this task is up to 30 days and will be delivered by December 31, 2021.

Task 2 – Provide actionable recommendations for future activities in implementation of energy efficiency infrastructural measures

As part of this task, the Expert will:

• Conduct the analysis of the activities done so far, familiarize himself/herself with the existing strategic documents, and other relevant documentation, and identify the possibilities for further activities in the area of energy efficiency and environmental protection;
• Conduct the analysis of investment in past five year and the potential for future investment;
• Define recommendations for future activities with potential financing sources;

The time foreseen for this task is up to 20 days and will be delivered by February 28, 2022.

Task 3 – Support implementation of recommendations

• Provide technical assistance to the Ministry in the process of implementing recommendations;
• Develop final report assessing the state of implementation of recommendations.

The time foreseen for this task is up to 40 days and will be delivered by May 30, 2022.

Deliverables/outputs

#	Deliverables / Outputs	# of Days per Task	Due Date	Percentage
1.	Task 1 – Conduct quality assessment of project documentation developed for the purpose of implementation of infrastructural projects In Sarajevo CantonSubmited Report on review findings	30 days	December 31, 2021	35%
2.	Task 2 - Provide actionable recommendations for future activities in implementation of energy efficiency infrastructural measuresSubmitted List of recommendations	20 days	February 28, 2022	20%
3.	Task 3 – Support implementation of recommendationsSubmitted Final report	40 days	May 30, 2022	45%

Competencies

Corporate competencies:

• Demonstrates integrity by modelling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
• Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP;
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
• Treats all people fairly without favouritism;
• Fulfils all obligations to gender sensitivity and zero tolerance for sexual harassment

Functional competencies:

• Strong interpersonal skills, communication and diplomatic skills, ability to work in a team
• Openness to change and ability to receive/integrate feedback
• Ability to work under pressure and stressful situations
• Strong analytical, reporting and writing abilities
• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills

Required Skills and Experience

Academic Qualifications/Education:

•  BSC degree in architecture; advanced degree would be considered an asset.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in working with public sector in the area of urban planing and infrastucture;
• Strong background in monitoring and supervising of infrastructural projects;
• Experience in providing training and coaching services:
• Experience working with multilateral organizations and UN system preferred.

Languages Requirements:

• Knowledge of local languages (excellent writing, editing and communication skills)

Longlisting/Shortlisting Criteria

Qualifications as stated in the ToR

Criteria:	Points
Relevant Education	max 15 points, distributed as follows: 12 points allocated for Bc degree +3 points for MSc
At least 5 years of professional experience	max 65 points
Prior work experience with UNDP/UN Agencies	max 15 points
Knowledge of English	max 5 points - will be assessed as:5 points for fluency and the points decrease as per the level mentioned in the CV:good - 4 points;fair/upper intermediate – 3 points;intermediate - 2 points;beginner - 1 point.

Only candidates obtaining a minimum of 60 points would be considered for Technical Evaluation.

Technical Evaluation Criteria

Criteria:	Points
Rating based on Qualifications	30%
Experience in working with public sector in the area of urban planing and infrastucture;	30%
Strong background quality assurance of infrastructural projects	30%
Experience in providing training and coaching services	10%

Evaluation

Individual  will be evaluated based on the following methodology:

Cumulative analysis

When using this weighted scoring method, the award of the contract should be made to the candidate whose offer has been evaluated and determined as:a) responsive/compliant/acceptable, andb) Having received the highest score out of a pre-determined set of weighted technical and financial criteria specific to the solicitation.

• * Technical Criteria weight-70%
• * Financial Criteria weight- 30%

Interested candidated must submit the following documents/information to demonstrate their qualifications:

• Personal CV/P11, including past experience in similar projects and at least 3 references;
• Explaining why they are the most suitable for the work;

Please scan all above mentioned documents and upload as one attachment only online through this website.

Note:

• For an assignment requiring travel, consultants of 65 years or more require full medical examination and statement of fitness to work to engage in the consultancy.
• Due to large number of potential applicants, only competitively selected candidates will be contacted for remaining steps of the service procurement process.