| Ministry/Division |
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Chief Adviser's Office |
| Agency |
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Bangladesh Economic Zone Authority |
| Procuring Entity Name |
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Project Director, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Shilpa Nagar (BSMSN) Development Project |
| Procuring Entity Code |
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| Procuring Entity District |
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Dhaka |
| Expression of Interest for Selection of |
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Individual Consultant (National) (Time-Based) |
| Title Of Service |
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Selection of Skills Development Consultant (1 No.) |
| EOI Ref. No. |
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IC-20A-BSMSN-BEZA |
| Date |
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23/08/2023 |
KEY INFORMATION
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| Procurement Sub-Method |
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Selection of Individual Consultants (SIC) |
FUNDING INFORMATION
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| Budget and Source of Funds |
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Development Budget Grant/Credit |
| Development Partners |
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International Development Association (IDA) |
PARTICULAR INFORMATION
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| Project/Programme Name |
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| EOI Closing Date and Time |
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13/09/2023 14:30 hours
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| Publication Date |
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23/08/2023
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INFORMATION FOR APPLICANT
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| Brief Description of Assignment |
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The Scope of services of Skills Development Consultant includes, but not limited to the following:
• Supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in establishing a skills development capability, which serves all EZ tenants within PRIDE including those in both public and private Economic Zones.
• Provide necessary expertise to inform program design and implementation of the skills development. Support decision-making within BEZA by understanding gateways and process, ensuring that decision points are appropriately supported with information, and by providing ad hoc advice to the PIU and the broader BEZA management team.
• Managing the process of selection and engagement of the ESA Operator and other Skills Development initiatives under PRIDE.
• Day-to-day management of the contractual relationship between BEZA and the ESA Operator and other Skills Development initiatives under PRIDE.
• Supporting the establishment of the Advisory Group for the ESA, by gaining agreement on the group’s Terms of Reference and by supporting the activities of the governance group.
• Attending governance group meetings and assuring due process and communication.
• Establishing the proper reporting mechanisms regarding ESA performance and other Skills Development initiatives under PRIDE and initiate and manage any necessary BEZA action.
• Maintain a relentless focus on PRIDE Project objectives and metrics.
• Carry out appraisals of the performance of the skills development initiatives and make recommendations for change where necessary.
• Act as a programme assurance and quality backstop for PRIDE, regarding elements related to all Skills Development initiatives under PRIDE.
• Promoting the Skills Development component of PRIDE within the other workstreams of PRIDE and BEZA’s wider team. |
| Experience, Resources and Delivery Capacity Required |
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Required Qualifications:
1. A minimum Bachelor Degree, preferably in a field related to Human Resource Development or Education and Training or similar field.
2. At least ten years experience in relevant field with at least five years experience in Project Management in Managerial roles.
3. Experience in a Human Resource Development or vocational education role or similar roles preferably with a substantial private sector human resource development element will be given preference.
4. Project Management certification will be given preference.
5. Track record in program coordination and strategic planning.
6. Demonstrated experience in coordinating stakeholders and supporting partnerships across public and private sector.
7. Proficiency in English and excellent oral and written communication skills, and ability to present complex information for a variety of audiences.
8. Adequate knowledge of learning management software
9. Computer skills (proficient in Microsoft Office) and digital skills (e.g. learning management software) to be able to collaborate in digital spaces, including the use of online collaboration platforms and mobile apps, shared files, virtual meetings.
10. The consultant will have capability to carry out the assignment in terms of overall suitability, training, and knowledge of local conditions and administrative systems will also be considered. The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” July 2016, Revised November 2020 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest related to the assignment as per paragraph 3.17 of the Procurement Regulations. |
| Other Details (if applicable) |
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The Terms of Reference and REOI notices will be available at BEZA website: www.beza.gov.bd |
| Association with foreign firms is |
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Not Encouraged |
| Eoi Detail Information |
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| Ref No |
Phasing Of Services |
Location |
Start Date |
Completion Date |
| IC-20A-BSMSN-BEZA |
N/A |
Dhaka |
1 November 2023 |
30 October 2025 |
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PROCURING ENTITY DETAILS
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| Name of Official Inviting EOI |
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Abdullah Al Mahmud Faruk |
| Designation of Official Inviting EOI |
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Project Director |
| Address of Official Inviting EOI |
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Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Shilpa Nagar (BSMSN) Development Project
Bangladesh-PRIDE (P170688)
Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority (BEZA)
Biniyog Bhaban (Level 7,8,9)
Plot#E-6/B, West Agargaon, Dhaka 1207, Bangladesh. |
| Contact details of Official Inviting EOI |
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Phone : +880244826050, Fax : , Email : pd.pride.beza@bsmsn.gov.bd |
| The procuring entity reserves the right to accept or reject all tenders |
