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title: "Social Development Specialist"
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# Social Development Specialist

Individual consulting role preparing environmental and social management plans for selected Rogun resettlement sites and infrastructure. Applicants need a relevant degree, three years of social-development monitoring including gender, World Bank and Tajik safeguards knowledge, stakeholder experience and Tajik/Russian; English is preferred.

- Status: open
- Country: TJ
- Buyer: Project Management Group for Energy Facilities Construction under the President of the RT
- Submission deadline: 2026-10-23 (date)
- Original notice: https://projects.worldbank.org/en/projects-operations/procurement-detail/OP00474253
- Source checked: 2026-10-12T08:40:24.366643Z

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title: "Infrastructure Advisor Consultant"
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# Infrastructure Advisor Consultant

Full-time individual consultancy in Samoa for 24 months, expected to begin by December 2026, supporting civil and building works under the PREPARE Samoa project. The notice requires extensive senior engineering, chartered registration, major project, climate-resilience, safeguards, design, supervision, risk, training, software and communication experience.

- Status: open
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- Buyer: Ministry of Works, Transport and Infrastructure
- Submission deadline: 2026-11-02 (date)
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Minimum five (5) years of professional experience working within an international organization, multilateral bank, or any other donor-financed projects, related to urban, infrastructure, community development and/or climate change adaptation and resilience. Proven experience in construction and quality control management of public buildings, and public space improvement projects, with involvement in at least five (5) completed projects values at US$1 million or more. and Demonstrated working knowledge in World Bank/Government of Samoa procurement rules and regulations, or other international donors, evidenced through participation in at least three (3) donor-funded projects. The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to paragraph 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank&rsquo;s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers dated September 2025 (&ldquo;the Regulations&rdquo;), setting forth the World Bank&rsquo;s policy on conflict of interest. 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    "text": "<p>GOVERNMENT OF SAMOA</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>MINISTRY OF WORKS, TRANSPORT &amp; INFRASTRUCTURE</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>08 October 2026</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (REOI)</strong></p><p><strong>CONSULTING SERVICES &ndash; INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><table cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"border-collapse:collapse; width:606px\"><tbody><tr><td style=\"background-color:#d9d9d9; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black; border-top:1px solid black; vertical-align:top; width:277px\"><p><strong>Name of Project</strong></p></td><td style=\"border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:none; border-right:1px solid black; border-top:1px solid black; vertical-align:top; width:329px\"><p><strong>Pacific Region Preparedness, Adaptation and Resilience Project - PREPARE</strong></p></td></tr><tr><td style=\"background-color:#d9d9d9; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black; border-top:none; vertical-align:top; width:277px\"><p><strong>Loan No/Credit No/ Grant Number</strong></p></td><td style=\"border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:none; border-right:1px solid black; border-top:none; vertical-align:top; width:329px\"><p><strong>Grant No. E636-WS</strong></p></td></tr><tr><td style=\"background-color:#d9d9d9; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black; border-top:none; vertical-align:top; width:277px\"><p><strong>Assignment Title</strong></p></td><td style=\"border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:none; border-right:1px solid black; border-top:none; vertical-align:top; width:329px\"><p><strong>Infrastructure Advisor Consultant (IAC) </strong></p></td></tr><tr><td style=\"background-color:#d9d9d9; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black; border-top:none; vertical-align:top; width:277px\"><p><strong>Procurement Plan Ref Number</strong></p></td><td style=\"border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:none; border-right:1px solid black; border-top:none; vertical-align:top; width:329px\"><p><strong>WS-MWTI-526645-CS-INDV</strong></p></td></tr><tr><td style=\"background-color:#d9d9d9; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black; border-top:none; vertical-align:top; width:277px\"><p><strong>Country of Delivery </strong></p></td><td style=\"border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:none; border-right:1px solid black; border-top:none; vertical-align:top; width:329px\"><p><strong>Samoa</strong></p></td></tr></tbody></table><ol><li>The Government of Samoa has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Pacific Region Preparedness, Adaptation and Resilience &ndash; Samoa (PREPARE-Samoa) Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds for the following consulting services.</li><li>The consulting services (&ldquo;the Services&rdquo;) include the provision of overall management and technical oversight of civil and building works under the project (Components 2 and 3). Working under MWTI&rsquo;s direction, the IAC will lead planning and implementation of engineering activities, deliver expert guidance across design, procurement, and construction, conduct technical studies and feasibility assessments, and monitor progress, risks, and compliance with safeguards. The role also includes coordinating stakeholders, building capacity through training and mentorship, strengthening institutional systems for project management, and ensuring accountability through regular reporting and transparent advisory outputs.</li><li>The assignment will be undertaken by an Individual Consultant (IC) on a full-time basis in Samoa for an initial period of 24 months, with a possible extension subject to performance appraisal and MWTI-PMD&rsquo;s project needs. It is anticipated to commence by December 2026.</li><li>The Ministry of Works, Transport and Infrastructure now invites all eligible Individual (&ldquo;Consultants&rdquo;) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide sufficient information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications, relevant experience and skills to perform the Services (attach curriculum vitae with description of experience in similar assignments, similar conditions, etc.). Firms&#39; staff may express interest through the employing firm for the assignment and, under such situation, only the experience and qualifications of individuals shall be considered in the selection process. The criteria for selecting the Consultant are:</li></ol><p><strong><em>Minimum experience and capability:</em></strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in civil and/or structural engineering (or relevant discipline) with a minimum 15 years of progressively responsible professional experience in leading and managing complex engineering projects as a government or private sector employee, consultant, or contractor.</li><li>Holder of a Chartered Engineering Membership and registration with IPES or similar (e.g.CPEng) in Civil or Structural Engineering.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in design, contract administration and construction supervision of at least 5 major civil or structural infrastructure projects.</li><li>Proven work experience with Government or development partner-funded projects and other relevant institutions.</li><li>Minimum 5 years of experience integrating climate resilient, disaster risk reduction and hazard risk reduction development.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in designing or working in countries with cyclonic, volcanic, and seismic activity with involvement in at least three (3) relevant projects.</li><li>Proven track record in reviewing and approving complex civil and structural engineering detailed designs, including compliance with applicable international and national standards and codes.</li><li>Experience in delivering workshops and training particularly the module list detailed in the Terms of Reference.</li><li>Served as Engineer or Superintendent to the Contract or equivalent role on at least five (5) infrastructure projects valued at US$1 million or more, covering design-build, design and supervise, and build only contract arrangements.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in project risk management, including identification, assessment mitigation, and monitoring of technical, financial, environmental and social risks.</li><li>Proven knowledge and practical experience in applying Environmental and Social Safeguards, environmental management, social risk assessment, stakeholder engagement, and compliance monitoring processes.</li><li>Fluent in written and spoken English; and</li><li>Minimum five (5) years of professional experience working in developing countries.</li></ul><p><strong><em>Skills and competencies:</em></strong></p><ul><li>Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), with a minimum of five (5) years of professional application for technical reporting, project management, communication, and data analysis.</li><li>Proficient in AutoCad, or another professional drawing applications software, demonstrated through application on a minimum of five (5) civil or structural engineering projects.</li><li>Minimum five (5) years of hands-on experience with using structural assessment software such as ETABS, SAP2000, or STAAD or similar, for structural assessment, modelling, design verification, and seismic or wind loading analysis.</li><li>Demonstrated knowledge in occupational health and safety in construction projects.</li><li>Analytical skills:&nbsp; understanding of building works construction difficulties and situational analysis, and providing the most accurate and cost-effective technical solutions to ensure achievement of project objectives.</li><li>Excellent professional oral and written communication skills in English, including via email, audio/video conference, and face-to-face with World Bank and Government officials.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in managing, supervising, or coordinating the work of consulting firms, multidisciplinary engineering teams, or contractors on at least three (3) infrastructure projects.</li></ul><ul><li>Proven organizational and project management skills, including the ability to work independently and proactively to manage own workload. and</li><li>Willingness and ability to undertake regular travel within Samoa for visiting sites and inspection of project works.</li></ul><p><strong><em>Desirable qualifications, experience, and skills:</em></strong></p><ul><li>Prior experience working in the Pacific islands or on Small Island Developing States (Samoa experience highly regarded) with participation in at least three (3) infrastructure, urban development, climate resilience or community development projects. Prior experience in Samoa will be considered a distinct advantage.</li><li>Minimum five (5) years of professional experience working within an international organization, multilateral bank, or any other donor-financed projects, related to urban, infrastructure, community development and/or climate change adaptation and resilience.</li><li>Proven experience in construction and quality control management of public buildings, and public space improvement projects, with involvement in at least five (5) completed projects values at US$1 million or more. and</li><li>Demonstrated working knowledge in World Bank/Government of Samoa procurement rules and regulations, or other international donors, evidenced through participation in at least three (3) donor-funded projects.</li></ul><ol><li>The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to paragraph 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank&rsquo;s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers dated September 2025 (&ldquo;the Regulations&rdquo;), setting forth the World Bank&rsquo;s policy on conflict of interest.</li></ol><ol><li>The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) and any other further information can be obtained at the addresses given below. Also, all requests for further information and clarification must be submitted <strong><u>by no later than 12.00pm, Wednesday 21 October, 2026</u>.</strong></li></ol><p>Maselusi Amiatu</p><p>Assistant CEO &ndash; Land Transport Division (LTD)</p><p>Ministry of Works, Transport and Infrastructure</p><p>E-mail: maselusi.amiatu@mwti.gov.ws</p><p><u>Copy: </u>christina.wanganui@mwti.gov.ws or laumata.mulitalo@mwti.gov.ws</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; savaliga.tanuvasa@mwti.gov.ws<u> or </u>ruby.folau@mwti.gov.ws</p><ol><li>Expressions of interest including documentary evidence must be no longer than 30 pages and must be delivered and submitted to the address below <strong><u>by no later than</u></strong><u> <strong>11am local time, Monday 2nd November, 2026</strong></u>. It may also be submitted electronically via the Ministry of Finance&rsquo;s Tender Link Portal: http://portal.tenderlink.com/mof_samoa/. Late submissions will not be considered.</li></ol><p><strong><em>Secretary of Tenders Board</em></strong></p><p><strong><em>&nbsp;Ministry of Finance</em></strong></p><p><strong><em>&nbsp;Central Bank of Samoa, Level 4</em></strong></p><p><strong><em>&nbsp;</em></strong><strong><em>APIA</em></strong></p><p><strong><em>&nbsp;Tel: +685-34333</em></strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Sincerely,</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>_________________________________</p><p>Lauano Yvonne Tuioti Mariner-Viliamu</p><p>ACTING CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER</p><p>&nbsp;</p>",
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# Environmental and Social Specialist for the Zletovica project

The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Economy of North Macedonia invites individual consultants for a full-time, 12-month Environmental and Social Specialist assignment supporting the Zletovica Productivity through Irrigation and Renewable Energy Project. The role covers environmental and social risk management, assessments and instruments, stakeholder engagement, permitting, monitoring and coordination. Applicants must submit a CV and references in English. Expressions of interest are due 27 October 2026 at 12:00 Skopje time.

- Status: open
- Country: MK
- Buyer: PE Hydrosystem Zletovica
- Submission deadline: 2026-10-27T12:00:00+02:00 (instant)
- Original notice: https://projects.worldbank.org/en/projects-operations/procurement-detail/OP00474156
- Source checked: 2026-10-11T23:26:44.316240Z

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The Specialist will support compliance with the World Bank Environmental and Social Framework (ESF), the Environmental and Social Standards (ESSs) determined to be relevant through project screening and assessment, the World Bank Group Environmental, Health and Safety Guidelines, applicable good international industry practice, World Bank Operational Policy OP 7.50 on Projects on International Waterways, as applicable, and the environmental and social legislation of North Macedonia. The assignment will cover integrated environmental and social risk management, while recognizing that specialized technical inputs may be required for complex subjects. 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The Environmental and Social Specialist will serve as the Project Implementation Unit’s principal environmental and social focal point and will support the unit in managing environmental and social risks associated with GFPP-financed preparatory activities and the proposed Zletovica irrigation and hydropower investments, ensuring compliance with national legislation, the World Bank Environmental and Social Framework, relevant Environmental and Social Standards, and applicable requirements on international waterways. Responsibilities will include screening project activities; reviewing and quality-assuring environmental and social assessments and management instruments; integrating mitigation measures into technical designs, bidding documents and implementation arrangements; and addressing water resources, biodiversity, climate, cumulative impacts, land acquisition, labor and community safety considerations, in coordination with technical and dam-safety experts. The Specialist will monitor preparatory field activities and corrective actions, support incident reporting, coordinate stakeholder engagement and grievance management, track environmental and social commitments and permitting requirements, liaise with competent authorities and the World Bank, and provide training, technical advice and reporting to strengthen the PIU’s and PE HS Zletovica’s capacity for project preparation and implementation. The Specialist will report directly to the PIU Coordinator and will work in close coordination with PE HS Zletovica management and technical staff, World Bank environmental and social specialists, consultants preparing technical and environmental and social documentation, and relevant national and local authorities. PE HS Zletovica and other stakeholders will provide inputs through the PIU Coordinator to maintain a clear and consistent reporting line. The assignment will be full-time for twelve (12) months during the GFPP-funded preparation period. The duty station will be agreed with the PIU and specified in the contract. The Specialist will be expected to work regularly from PE HS Zletovica offices and undertake travel to PIU office, project sites, communities, government institutions, and meetings elsewhere in North Macedonia as required. The complete Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment are included in Annex 1 to this Request for Expressions of Interest and form an integral part of it. MAFWE now invites eligible individuals (\"Consultants\") to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information (curriculum vitae and references in English language only) demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The shortlisting criteria are: Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in environmental engineering, environmental or social science, ecology, civil/water engineering with a strong environmental specialization, or another directly relevant discipline. Additional education or training in social impact assessment, stakeholder engagement, occupational health and safety, biodiversity, water resources, dam safety or World Bank environmental and social requirements will be an advantage. At least seven (7) years of relevant professional experience in environmental and social impact assessment, environmental management, social risk management, or environmental and social supervision of infrastructure projects. Demonstrated experience preparing or reviewing ESIAs, ESMPs or ESMFs, stakeholder-engagement instruments, labor-management measures, land-acquisition or resettlement instruments, and specialized environmental or social studies for complex infrastructure projects. Relevant experience in the water sector—preferably involving dams, reservoirs, irrigation, hydropower, river-basin management, or water-supply infrastructure—is required. Demonstrated knowledge of biodiversity and natural-habitat assessment, environmental flows, water quality, pollution prevention, climate resilience, cumulative impacts, land and livelihood risks, stakeholder engagement, labor and working conditions, and occupational and community health and safety. Experience with World Bank-financed or other multilateral development bank-financed projects and good working knowledge of the World Bank ESF or a comparable framework is strongly preferred. Experience integrating environmental and social requirements into designs, cost estimates, bidding documents, contracts, and supervision arrangements is required. Knowledge of North Macedonia’s environmental, water, nature-protection, land, EIA, permitting, and construction-related regulatory framework is required. Experience working with public institutions, public enterprises, affected communities, and multidisciplinary technical teams is required. Strong analytical, review, drafting, and reporting skills, with the ability to translate environmental and social requirements into practical design, procurement, permitting, and implementation measures. Excellent communication, consultation, facilitation, and coordination skills, including the ability to work effectively with government institutions, technical consultants, local authorities, workers, and affected communities. Ability to manage several workstreams, meet deadlines, identify decision points, and maintain clear and auditable records. Full professional proficiency in written and spoken Macedonian and English sufficient to prepare, review, and present all contractual deliverables in both languages. Knowledge of Albanian will be considered an advantage where relevant to stakeholder engagement. High professional integrity, independence of judgment, respect for confidentiality and personal data, and commitment to environmental and social sustainability. The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to paragraphs 3.15, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, Seventh Edition, September 2025 (\"Procurement Regulations\"), setting forth the World Bank’s policies on conflict of interest and unfair competitive advantage. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Open Competitive Selection of Individual Consultants method set out in the Procurement Regulations. Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours from 08:00 to 16:00, Skopje local time. Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address stated below (in person, by mail or by e-mail) by Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 12:00 Skopje local time. Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Economy Zletovica Productivity through Irrigation and Renewable Energy Project (PIREP) Attn.: Ms. Ana Gaceva Str. Leninova No. 2 1000 Skopje, Republic of North Macedonia E-mail: procurement@amp.mk",
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