# REQUEST EXPRESSION OF INTEREST N° 04/CEDEAO/DADR/2024
Publication period: 25/09/ to 09/10/ 2024
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# I. Context
out this mission.
# II. Objectives
iv series of in-depth studies.
# III. Consultant's mission
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and ECOWAS institutions. atsativenmen national and regional level.
# IV. Consultant profile
Due to the nature of the assignment, the consultant must have the following qualifications and expertise:
rtin fields. African context. xecat collaborativelv in multicultural environments. Prjct management skilTheconsultant must have experience n projct management, including projects on schedule. Experience in preparing inception reports with clear timelines is essential to ensure effective project planning and implementation. Stakeholder engagement: Abilty oorganise stakeholder meetings and engage with rangeo stakhodersdiscssla tacon pontstlind ntRegol Actn communication and interpersonal skils are required to facilitate productive discussions and ensure alianment between stakeholders. mntatiuta sdm incuding the developmen o detailedplas forthe iplementation o critcal acton points, t establishment of coordination mechanisms between states and EcowAS institutions, and the implementation of actions under the supervision of ECowAP monitorina and evaluation. Experience
resource requirements is crucial.
Mnioring d Evaluatin (skilCopeence nestablishing rout reorting chaniss monitor progress and document implementation of action pointsExperience i collecting data and inormaton aational a regonal leves oasess progess a efecivenesssreqd. Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation methodologies and tools is essential for conducting evaluations ad analysingdata to measure progress.
Analytical and reporting skill: Strong analytical skills are required to analyse data collected at national and regional levels and identify key findings and trends. The consultant should have experience in preparing comprehensive reports summarising the implementation of key action points, including key findings, lessons learned and recommendations for improvement. Clear and csvc.
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# V. Selection criteria
Applications willbe assessed on the basis of the following evaluation criteria and scoring scales:
<table><tr><td>N°</td><td>Assessment criteria</td><td>Grading scale</td></tr><tr><td>I</td><td>General qualifications (education and general experience)</td><td>30 points</td></tr><tr><td>I-1</td><td>Hold a higher degree (master's or doctorate) in agriculture, economics, rural development or related fields.</td><td>10</td></tr><tr><td>I-2</td><td>Proven experience in implementing agricultural policies, programmes and interventions in West Africa.</td><td>5</td></tr><tr><td>I-3</td><td>Excellent communication, facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in multicultural environments.</td><td>15</td></tr><tr><td>II</td><td>Specific experience related to the assignment</td><td>60 points</td></tr><tr><td>II-1</td><td>Demonstrate experience in project management, including organising and facilitating kick-off meetings, developing detailed implementation plans and keeping projects on schedule.</td><td>15</td></tr><tr><td>II-2</td><td>Have expertise in policy implementation, including the development of detailed plans for the implementation of critical action points, the establishment of coordination mechanisms between states and ECOWAS institutions, and the implementation of actions under the supervision of ECOWAP monitoring and evaluation.</td><td>25</td></tr><tr><td>II-3</td><td>Experience in collecting data and information at national and regional level to assess the progress and effectiveness of key actions in the various reviews.</td><td>20</td></tr><tr><td>III</td><td>Language skills</td><td>10 points</td></tr><tr><td>III-1</td><td>Ability to communicate effectively in an official ECOWAS language, English, French and Portuguese.</td><td>7</td></tr><tr><td>III-2</td><td>A working knowledge of a second language would be an advantage</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>TOTAL MARKS</td><td>100 points</td></tr></table>
# The minimum qualifying score is 70 points out of 100.
# VI. Selection method:
with the ECOWAS Rules and Procedures for the Use of Consultants" (ECoWAS Procurement Code, revised Individual Consultants.
# VII. Duration
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