Project: “Foreign Investment and Export promotion Program -FIEPP(IDB financing SU-L1056)CALL FOR FULL-TIME CONSULTANTS FOR THE PROJECT EXECUTING UNIT

Project: “Foreign Investment and Export promotion Program -FIEPP
(IDB financing SU-L1056)
CALL FOR FULL-TIME CONSULTANTS FOR THE PROJECT EXECUTING UNIT

1. Financial Specialist
2. Procurement Specialist
3. Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist
4. Administrative Assistant
   I. BACKGROUND
   The Government of Suriname (GOS) and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) signed a loan on
   February 6, 2020, concerning the Foreign Investment and Export Promotion Program, Contract No: LO4801/OC-SU. The project general objective is to increase FDI inflows and to promote exports in nonextractive sectors through an operational Trade and Investment Promotion Agency (TIPA).
   The specific objectives are to: (i) make the TIPA operational according to international standard practices;
   (ii) enhance awareness about Suriname´s branding to promote investment projects; and (iii) support
   exporters through advisory services.
   To ensure successful continuation of the program, the following individual consultants are needed for the
   following full- time positions:
5. FINANCIAL SPECIALIST
   The Financial Specialist will be responsible for the day-to-day financial administration of the program. S/he
   will lead in the preparation of financial progress reports, manage the program accounts, prepare
   disbursement request, justifications of funds and payments to contractors, conduct the financial planning
   and update accounting records, and other related financial reports as required.
   Qualified candidates for this position will have:

• At least a Bachelor’s degree in Financial Management, Accounting or related field;
• At least 3 years of professional experience in Accounting or Financial Management;
• At least 3 years’ experience in public or private financial administration/ accounting;
• Skilled in financial management and accounting with Quick Books;
• Experience in financial administration of projects with international funding, is an advantage
• Excellent verbal and communication skills in English and Dutch language, is required;
• Knowledge in working with Microsoft projects, is an advantage.

1. PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST
   The Procurement Specialist is to undertake strategic and operational procurement activities towards the
   successful execution of the Program and will be responsible for the implementation of procurement
   activities for goods and services.
   Qualified candidates for this position will have:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Management, Procurement, Purchasing,
  Accounting or a related field;
• Training in procurement as evidenced by a recognized Certification in Procurement and Supply
  Chain Operations or a closely related area or any equivalent combination of experience and training
  in the procurement of Goods and Services;
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in procurement and contract management
  in the Public Sector and /or working in a project environment such as those within International
  Funding Organizations;
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in the preparation of Procurement Plans, Bidding
  Documents, evaluating quotations, bids, proposals, negotiating contracts, project implementation
  and maintaining records of procurement;
• Considerable knowledge of procurement laws, policies and procedures or other multilateral
  Lending Agencies;
• Excellent supplier management skills including demonstrated ability to develop and manage
  business driven supplier relationships;
• Knowledge of contract negotiation techniques, contract terms and pricing strategies;
• Demonstrable computer skills (highly proficient in productivity software including Spreadsheets,
  Purchasing and Supply Management, Word Processing, Project Management; and Superior oral
  and written communication skills.

1. MONITORING AND EVALUATION SPECIALIST
   The Monitoring and evaluation specialist will be responsible for monitoring the implementation status and
   for conducting regular evaluations of the Foreign Investment and Export Promotion Program in meeting
   the objectives and expected results, monitoring and adaptive management to improve outcomes.
   Qualified Candidates for this position will have:

• at least a Bachelor’s degree in Social Science or related field
• at least 5 years working experience;
• at least 3 years’ experience in designing, formulating and implementing M&E systems;
• Professional experience in M&E processes, such as the results matrix, monitoring and evaluation
  frameworks and other performance monitoring tools and extensive knowledge of monitoring and
  evaluation methodologies (i.e. both quantitative and qualitative data collection, processing and
  analysis).
• Experience in indicator development, data collection and analysis, data quality assessments, and
  reporting and solid knowledge of questionnaire design;
• experience working with and maintaining good relations with international, as well as national
  counterparts and beneficiaries; and
• solid experience in the management of people and systems.

1. ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
   The Project administrative Assistant shall assist the Project Executing Unit (PEU) in the maintenance and
   management of project records and information, shall proactively contribute to the day-to-day
   administrative management of the Program Executing Unit and support the Project Team in the
   management of communication flow between key stakeholders.
   Qualified Candidates for this position will have:

• At least an associate degree in business administration, Project Management or a related field
• A minimum of three (3) years’ practical experience in administration management
• Strong emphasis on accuracy and detail
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously to meet goals and deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, such as Excel and Microsoft Words
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Fluency in English and Dutch is required.
• Experience in the preparation of meeting minutes and meetings scheduling
• Proven ability to make effective use of computers and software programs, such as Microsoft Office
  (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and social media technologies
• Experience in working with international agencies would be an asset.
  The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Business and International Cooperation invites eligible
  individuals to submit their motivation letter and Curriculum Vitae showing their qualification to perform
  the services to the address or email below no later than September 3, 2024, 15.00 pm.
  Candidates should indicate in the subject box of the e-mail or on the envelope the position for which they
  are applying. Interested candidates can request complete Terms of References by sending an email to [email protected], copied to: [email protected].
  The CV and cover letter must provide information establishing that candidates are qualified to perform the
  services (description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, availability of appropriate skills,
  etc.) and will be available on a full-time basis (40 hours per week). Working location is in Paramaribo.
  Consultants will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out by the Government of Suriname and
  the Inter-American Development Bank.
  The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Business and International Cooperation
  Attention:
  Program Manager
  Ms. Monique Bakker
  Address: Brokopondolaan 97 corner Mr. J. Lachmonstraat/ Paramaribo-Suriname
  Email address: [email protected]
  C.c.: [email protected]