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National Consultant for Preparation of Project Document - Policy and Regulatory Frameworks for Agriculture, Tourism and Trade Reviewed, Strengthened

Location : Kampala, UGANDA
Application Deadline : 31-Jan-11
Additional Category Poverty Reduction
Type of Contract : SSA
Post Level : National Consultant
Languages Required :
English
Starting Date :
(date when the selected candidate is expected to start) 07-Feb-2011
Duration of Initial Contract : 30 working days
Expected Duration of Assignment : 30 working days


Background

In April 2010 UNDP and the Government of Uganda (GOU) endorsed the Country Programme Action Plan (CPAP) 2010 -2014, a five year plan that guides the implementation of development interventions that respond to government priorities as stated in the National Development (NDP). Aligning to national development priorities, the UN system in the country developed the United Nations Development Assistance framework (UNDAF 2010-2014) which aims to support the government in addressing challenges identified in the NDP. The CPAP therefore responds to the priorities as articulated in the UNDAF. The country programme has two main components which are Accountable Democratic Governance (ADG) and Growth and Poverty Reduction (GPR).

Under the GPR component, the proposed project is to be developed for the delivery of the CPAP output ” Policy and regulatory frameworks for Agriculture, Tourism and Trade reviewed ,strengthened and or developed” which in turn contributes to outcome area on “Increased productivity, competitiveness and employment in Agriculture, Trade and Tourism sectors particularly benefitting women and youth.”

The NDP identified one of the constraints to the performance of the Agriculture and Tourism sectors as weak policy, legal and regulatory frameworks. In the Agriculture sector specifically, there is need to enhance sector policy formulation, planning and coordination in order to create an enabling environment for competitive investment in the sector. The NDP states that in the trade sector, there is need to establish or amend regulatory frame works governing trade and to promote policy synergies between the production and trade sectors so at to enhance the competitiveness of the private sector.

Under the output area, the proposed project will therefore support the review and strengthening and/ or design of appropriate policies and regulations in selected sectors that will enhance competiveness of local enterprises and their ability to trade; promote employment intensive growth and stimulate new markets for affordable goods and services. In addition the project will support capacity development measures for market regulatory and support institutions in the selected sectors.

Scope of Work

The consultant is to prepare one project document with interventions for the review, strengthening or development of policies and regulatory frameworks in the Agriculture, Tourism and Trade sectors that contribute to increased productivity, competitiveness and employment.

The consultancy will cover the key aspects below:

  • Identification of niche for UNDP support within the output area in line with the existing policies and regulations, gaps and the on going interventions by government and development partners. Project scope should contribute to achieving the outcome at the end of the programming cycle and build synergies with other programme interventions (GPR and ADG)
  • Selection of the appropriate implementing partners , responsible parties and collaborating partners to deliver the project
  • Develop annual work plans with outputs and activities, baselines, indicators and targets for the duration of the project with a view to ensure continuity over the 4 year CPAP period.
  • Integrate cross cutting issues of gender and environment and human rights based approach to programming
  • Develop a monitoring and evaluation strategy in line with the CPAP and UNDAF M&E framework
  • Develop a clear partnership / collaboration strategy
  • Identify appropriate management arrangements with clear responsibilities for project management; oversight/ assurance; implementation and accountability for resources
  • Conduct an initial analysis of risks that will impact on the project formulation and implementation
  • Define a clear exit strategy for the project

To ensure project quality, the consultant will consult closely with key stakeholders and build on lessons learnt during the implementation of CPAP 2006-2010. Key operational principles to be considered in the project design are:

  • Relevance, effectiveness, efficiency and sustainability of project activities
  • Building national capacities and ownership
  • Strengthening capacity development
  • Promoting south-south cooperation
  • Focus on key cross cutting themes of UNDP programming

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

The consultant shall undertake the following activities

  • Attend detailed briefing on the UNDP programming facilitated by the UNDP programme team.
  • Review critical documentation/literature related to the CPAP and UNDP /UN programming.
  • Present inception report and discussion guide for agreement with UNDP prior to consultations.
  • Undertake consultations with key stakeholders from UNDP, UN agencies, Government, NGOs, development partners and private sector to ascertain priorities areas, on going interventions etc
  • Identify areas of interventions that aim at achieving the stated output, identify target beneficiaries and establish the baselines.
  • Articulate conceptual linkages of the output and outcome while addressing cross cutting issues like gender
  • Identify opportunities for resource mobilization and partnership.
  • Make presentation of key findings and recommendations to stakeholders' validation workshop and incorporate relevant comments into the draft project document.
  • Make presentation at internal pre-PAC meeting with UNDP Senior Management and staff to review the revised draft project document
  • Make presentation of final draft project document at PAC meeting with selected key stakeholders including Government, proposed IPs and collaborating partners and incorporate comments for the finalization of project document.

Key Deliverables

  • Inception report detailing the understanding/ interpretation of the TORs; the methodology of carrying out the assignment; work plan and implementation schedule as agreed upon with UNDP team.
  • Draft project document
  • Presentations to stakeholder validation, Pre-PAC and PAC meetings
  • Final project document

The assignment is expected to take 30 working days from the signing of the contract and the consultant will be expected to be available on a full time basis and deliver the outputs as per schedule proposed below:

Output

  • Inception report is due 7 days after signing of contract
  • Presentation of findings to stakeholder validation meeting is due 21 days after signing contract
  • Draft project document is due 23 days after signing
  • Presentation of draft project document to pre-PAC meeting is due 25 days after signing
  • Presentation of final draft of project document to PAC meeting is due 27 days after signing
  • Final Project document is due 30days after signing

Reporting Arrangements

The consultant will report to the team leader of the Poverty Reduction Unit, who will take the lead in providing technical backstopping; they will work closely with the programme consultants.

At the conclusion of each deliverable, there will be a presentation to the programme team leaders in UNDP for review. The consultant will work under the overall guidance and leadership of the Country Director and Resident Representative.

Competencies

Technical competencies

  • Excellent analytical skills
  • Strong leadership and task management competencies
  • Good communication and report writing skills in English.

Personal Competencies

  • Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN's values and ethical standards.
  • Positive, constructive attitude to work.
  • Ability to act professionally and flexibility to engage with government officials, donor representatives, private sector and communities

Required Skills and Experience

Required Skills and Experience

The assignment will be a carried out by 2 national consultants with expertise below:

  • Masters degree in Economics, Business, Agriculture, Development Studies or related field
  • At least 7 years progressive work experience in area of trade/agriculture/tourism sector development and/or private sector development
  • Extensive experience in project and programme formulation and management
  • A good knowledge of the development context of Uganda with focus on agriculture and trade
  • Comprehensive experience in policy formulation and analysis
  • Experience in strategic planning
  • Knowledge of UN/UNDP programming is an added advantage

Application Procedure

UNDP invites eligible candidates to submit their application and detailed curriculum vitae.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.


To apply

https://jobs.undp.org/cj_apply.cfm?job_id=21204


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