Job Description

Country: Government of Somaliland

Name of the Project: Institutional Support for Economic Governance Project (ISEGP)

Project ID:  P-SO-KF0-015 Grant No:  5900155018607

Assignment Title: Public Investment Management Policy TA

Reference: REOI/002/2025

Place of Assignment: Hargeisa, Somaliland

Deadline: 05^th October 2025

1. Background

The Government of the Republic of Somaliland has received funding from the African Development Bank (AfDB) under the Institutional Support for Economic Governance Project (ISEGP) and intends to apply part of the grant to engage a Public Investment Management Policy TA Technical Assistant to support institutional strengthening at the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development.

Effective Public Investment Management (PIM) is critical for maximizing the impact of public investments on economic growth and development. In recent years, many governments have faced challenges in project selection, planning, procurement, and implementation, resulting in inefficiencies, cost overruns, and suboptimal outcomes. In response, there is an increasing demand for a comprehensive policy and institutional framework that strengthens the entire public investment lifecycle — from project identification to implementation and evaluation.

This consultancy will support the government in developing and operationalizing a robust PIM policy. It will include the design and integration of strategic planning, budgeting, appraisal, and project management systems, as well as unifying Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) within the broader public investment framework. This assignment also seeks to address capacity building, system strengthening, and risk management through structured tools, templates, and IT-based platforms.

2. Objectives of the Assignment

Objectives of the Assignment

The primary objective of this assignment is to support the Government in designing and implementing a comprehensive and integrated Public Investment Management Policy Framework that:

• Enhances the appraisal, selection, and prioritization of public investment projects.
• Integrates strategic planning, budgeting, and project implementation processes.
• Establishes a standardized model for project and portfolio management.
• Aligns PIM and PPP processes under a unified framework.
• Develops digital and manual systems to monitor and evaluate the performance of investment projects.

3. Scope of Work and Key Activities

The Consultant will undertake the following activities:

1. Designing the Project Appraisal and Selection System

• Develop standardized project proposal templates.
• Design feasibility study report formats.
• Establish a clear methodology for project appraisal, incorporating risk analysis (fiduciary, environmental, social).
• Define transparent criteria for project selection and prioritization.
• Prepare manuals and guidelines for project identification, preparation, and appraisal.

1. Integrating Strategic Planning, Project, and Budgeting Cycles

• Align public investment planning processes with national strategic plans and fiscal frameworks.
• Establish protocols to link project cycles with budget formulation and execution.
• Develop cash flow projection mechanisms based on consolidated project plans.

1. Integrating PIM and PPP within a Unified Framework

• Develop a conceptual and operational framework that incorporates PPPs into the broader public investment process.
• Create tools to assess and compare traditional and PPP projects on a value-for-money basis.
• Establish guidance for project preparation and procurement applicable to both PIM and PPP.

1. Strengthening Procurement, Project, and Portfolio Management

• Establish a standardized project management model for government investment projects.
• Design and implement tools and formats for project identification and screening.
• Support the development of a Project Management Information System (PMIS) and Disaster Risk Information Platform.
• Use the Integrated System for Investment Project and Portfolio Management (ISIPPM) to monitor project performance (cost, schedule, benefits) and risks.

1. Strengthening Project Appraisal and Selection Processes

• Develop guidelines setting out minimum requirements at each stage of the project lifecycle.
• Provide appraisal methodologies that incorporate technical, economic, social, and environmental evaluations.
• Support training and capacity development initiatives for government stakeholders.

4. Expected Deliverables

The Consultant shall deliver the following outputs:

1. Inception Report with a detailed work plan and methodology.
2. A comprehensive PIM Policy and Operational Framework.
3. Standardized templates:

• Project proposal format
• Feasibility study report
• Cash flow projections
  4. Guidelines and manuals for:
• Project identification, preparation, appraisal, monitoring, and evaluation
• Project selection criteria and methodology
• Risk management and appraisal techniques
  5. Integrated framework for PIM and PPP projects.
  6. Functional specifications for Project Management Information System (PMIS) and Disaster Risk Information Platform.
  7. Training materials and delivery of capacity-building workshops.
  8. Final report summarizing key findings, recommendations, and roadmap for implementation.

Experiences and Qualifications

1. Selection Criteria

Selection shall be based on qualification and experience of the candidate and followed by an interview. The consultant is expected to have relevant skills and qualifications for the position, with particular focus on the following:

Education:

• Master’s degree or higher in Public Policy, Economics, Public Administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience:

• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in portfolio investment management, public financial management, or infrastructure planning.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing PIM frameworks, project appraisal methodologies, and budget integration.
• Experience with Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) and their alignment with public investment processes.
• Demonstrated experience in developing policy guidelines, manuals, and IT-based monitoring systems.
• Prior work with foreign investment, management of investment portfolio, international development finance institutions, Foreign Impact investments or development partners.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and strategic planning skills.
• Familiarity with investment appraisal techniques and public sector budgeting.
• Ability to design templates and technical tools for public investment.
• Excellent writing, presentation, and communication skills.

Proficient in English; working knowledge of [insert local language, if applicable] is an advantage.

1. Duration of the Assignment: The Organization Development Technical Assistant shall be contracted for an initial 6 months. Additionally, the duty station shall be at the Ministry of Finance, Hargeisa, Somaliland

Skills Required

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