Background

The Mogadishu Port Authority urgently requires cranes to enhance their current loading/offloading capacity at the port. This will hopefully meet the increased demands on their operations due to the famine and crisis in the Horn of Africa.

UNDP Somalia is therefore seeking the services of a Technical Expert who has the requisite experience and skills in this field to undertake a needs assessment at the Port of Mogadishu in Somalia as soon as possible.

Duties and Responsibilities

The main objective is to provide durable, quality cranes, suited to the operating conditions in Mogadishu. The cranes must be land-based.

Scope of work

To conduct a needs assessment in conjunction with the Port Authority, including:

  • Preparation of generic specifications for cranes and spare parts, identifying all technical compliance, delivery, installation/commissioning requirements and storage criteria for the review and approval of the Port Authorities and UNDP Somalia.
  • To identify training requirements for operators and draft training agenda for inclusion in solicitation documents
  • To assist UNDP in the preparation of the Expression of Interest
  • To assist UNDP in the preparation of the Invitation to Bid (ITB)
  • Assist UNDP in responding to technical clarification requests from bidders during the solicitation process.
  • To lead the Technical Review Committee in the evaluation of bids and draft technical evaluation report.
  • To provide any other assistance to UNDP as required for this process.
Monitoring and Progress controls

Under the overall guidance of the Procurement Specialist, the Consultant will primarily work in the UNDP Somalia premises in Nairobi during preparatory stages. Later involvement may be undertaken from home. The consultant will also need to work closely with and take guidance from, the Port Authority Senior Management.

The Consultant will be required to report back to UNDP after the initial needs assessment at the Port in Mogadishu. Recommendations of type of crane, including detailed specifications, training for operators, spare parts, test certificates etc will be required with endorsement from the Port Authority within 2 weeks of assignment date.  

Final product/Deliverables
 
Consultancy Services for:
  • Identification of need of the Port Authority, Port of Mogadishu
  • Define generic specifications, spare part requirements, technical compliance training requirements; and
  • Contribution to the drafting of solicitation documents and eventual technical evaluation of bids.
Review/approval time

1st month payment - 30%
Upon completion of Initial report after needs analysis at the Port of Mogadishu , drafting of full specifications and technical requirements for input into solicitation document and preparation of pre-qualification criteria for potential bidders.
 
2nd month payment - 20%
Upon completion of pre-qualification of potential bidders, final review of solicitation document, response on technical enquiries from bidders during solicitation process. 
 
3rd and final payment - 50%
Upon completion of technical evaluation of all bids and preparation of detailed evaluation report. Provide response as necessary to UNDP’s Review Committee queries for clarification.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:
  • Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
  • Treats all people fairly without favoritism
Functional Competencies:
  • Excellent quantitative and analytical skills;
  • Excellent critical reasoning and problem solving skills.
Knowledge Management and Learning:
  • Development and Operational Effectiveness;
  • Ability to lead implementation of new systems (business side), and affect staff behavioral/ attitudinal change;
  • Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills;
  • Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors;
  • Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure;
  • Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:
  •  Advanced University Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
Experience:
  • 5 years of work experience in the field, with a focus on the design or assessment of port equipment with emphasis on cranes and loading equipment.
  • Experience in working with UN or large multinational organizations, preferably in Africa.
  • Strong communication and analytical skills
  • Ability to plan, prioritize and deliver tasks on time
  • High client service orientation,
  • Proven ability to work with multi disciplinary team of experts in multicultural setting
  • Familiarity with UNDP and UN policies and procedures would be an advantage.
  • Advanced computer skills an asset
Languages:
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English.
Other Information:
  • The Consultant shall be accommodated at UNCC secure premises and transported to the site with appropriate security escort.
  • The Consultant shall be transported into Mogadishu on UNHAS flights.
  • Whilst the UN will provide security for transport and accommodation, the Consultant will be responsible for ensuring s/he has independent insurance that includes medical and emergency evacuation.
  • The Consultant will be responsible for providing their own laptop

Terms of Service

This is a non-staff contract under the Individual Contractor (IC) modality of hiring of the UNDP. Individuals engaged under an IC serve in their individual capacity and not as representative of a government institutions, corporate body or other authority external to UNDP. The incumbent shall not be considered as staff of UNDP, the UN common system or the government and are therefore not entitled to any diplomatic privileges or any other special status or conditions.