Solution Architect

20-Oct-2024

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

(CONSULTING SERVICES – INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT SELECTION)

Country: Pakistan

Name of Project: Digital Economy Enhancement Project

Credit No: 7514-PK

Assignment Title: Solution Architect

Reference No.: PK-NADRA-450996-CS-INDV

The Government of Pakistan has received financing from the International Development Association (IDA) toward the cost of the Digital Economy Enhancement Project (DEEP) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services, which shall be implemented by the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA).

The consulting services ("the Services") include professional expertise of Solution Architect at a monthly lump sum remuneration. NADRA, being the Project Implementing Unit (PIU), intends to hire the services of a Solution Architect for DEEP to assist project management in the relevant field. The consultant, as an expert in the field, will provide required services while maintaining the highest degree of integrity and ethical standards. The individual consultant shall be initially hired for a period of one year, extendable depending on the project requirements and performance.

The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be obtained at the address given below or can be downloaded from https://careers.nadra.gov.pk/tor.

NADRA invites eligible candidates ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in providing the Services as Solution Architect in the Digital Economy Enhancement Project. Interested candidates should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the expected Services. The shortlisting criteria are:

1. BS/BE (4 Years) degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field from a Higher Education Commission (HEC) recognized University (Master's degree in a related field will be preferred). In case of a foreign degree, equivalence shall also be required from HEC.
2. Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT, with at least 5 years of experience in a solution architect role; preferably in digital identity or secure data exchange projects.
3. Extensive experience in mobile application development with a focus on secure data storage and transmission.
4. Proven experience in designing and implementing data exchange layers, APIs, and integration strategies.
5. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and technical skills.

The selected candidates will be required to present their original documents at the time of the interview. Submission of any false information will lead to immediate disqualification of the candidate at any stage of the hiring process.

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" September 2023, setting forth the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest.

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 0830 to 1630 hours PST.

Expressions of interest can be delivered in a written form along with a current resume and copies of all the relevant documents to the address below (in person or by mail) by 20th October 2024 before COB i.e. 16:30 PST. Please mention the position title on the envelope when applying.

Applicants can also apply online at NADRA Career Portal https://careers.nadra.gov.pk AND at National Job Portal www.njp.gov.pk.

Please attach documents such as covering letter and resume in pdf format.