Manager NDEL

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

Reference No.: PK-NADRA-443680-CS-INDV

The Government of Pakistan has received financing from the International Development Association (IDA) toward the cost of 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 Manager NDEL at a monthly lump sum remuneration. National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) being Project Implementing Unit (PIU) intends to hire services of Manager NDEL for DEEP that can assist the project management in relevant field. The consultant, as an expert in the field, will provide required services maintaining highest degree of integrity and ethical standards. The services of individual consultant shall be initially hired for a period of one year, extendable depending upon the requirement of the project and performance of the consultant.

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.

National Database and Registration Authority invites eligible candidates ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in providing the Services as Manager NDEL in 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 short listing criteria are:

1. BS/BE (4 Years) degree in Computer Science, Information Technology and Data Science or related field from Higher Education Commission (HEC) recognized University (Master's degree in related field will be preferred). In case of foreign degree, equivalence shall also be required from HEC. Proficiency in data modelling, data architecture, data standards and data exchange protocols.
2. At least 10 years of experience in identity management, cybersecurity, infrastructure management or related fields.
3. Candidates with proven experience in digitalization, data management, interoperability and systems integration shall be preferred.
4. Strong leadership, problem solving, analytical and project management skills.

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 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.

Applicant 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.