National Consultant, Roadmap Developer (SSA)

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Background:

In order to ensure the accelerated socio-economic development of the regions of the Kyrgyz Republic with an aim to improve the welfare and quality of life of the population through support for the development of key territories, the Concept of the Regional Policy of the Kyrgyz Republic for the period 2018-2022 was adopted by Decree of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic dated March 31, 2017 No. 194. In 2022, this strategic document expires and the task is to develop a new strategic document for the medium term.

As part of the National Development Programme of the Kyrgyz Republic until 2026, approved by the Decree of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic dated December 25, 2021 No. 352, it is planned to update the Concept of the Regional Policy of the Kyrgyz Republic for 2018-2022. A draft Decree of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic “On further measures to improve the administrative-territorial organization and development of the regions of the Kyrgyz Republic” has been prepared, which is currently being reviewed/ agreed with government agencies.

The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, represented by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, has begun, with the support of development partners, to develop a package of medium-term documents related to the regional development of the country (including the Concept of regional development and the Roadmap for its implementation).

Objective of Assignment:

OSCE Program Office in Bishkek will contract one consultant to develop a Roadmap for the implementation of the draft Concept of Regional Policy of the Kyrgyz Republic for 2023-2027 (hereinafter referred to as the Roadmap).

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Under the overall supervision of the Programme Manager, the successful candidate will be tasked with the following duties:

1. Prepare a Work Plan for the development of the Roadmap;
2. Analyze the current legislative framework that hinders sustainable regional development and develop a package of specific proposals for amending the relevant legal acts for their further inclusion in the Roadmap;
3. Prepare proposals for the inclusion into the Roadmap of those projects / programs that aim at the socio-economic development of the regions in line with the priority areas identified in the draft Concept of the Regional Policy of the Kyrgyz Republic for the period 2018-2022;
4. Identify sources of funding for the measures (activities) included in the Roadmap;
5. Determine the set of state bodies responsible for the implementation of the Roadmap and the deadlines for implementation;
6. Develop a draft Roadmap.

Deliverables:

As a result of performing the above mentioned tasks, the consultant must submit the following documents to the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic and POiB:

1. Work Plan for the development of the Roadmap;
2. Analysis of the current legislative framework that hinders sustainable regional development and a package of specific proposals for introducing changes to the relevant legal acts for their further inclusion in the Roadmap;
3. Proposals for inclusion in the Roadmap of projects/programs aimed at the socio-economic development of the regions in line with priority areas identified in the draft Concept of the regional policy of the Kyrgyz Republic for the period 2018-2022;
4. Draft Roadmap.

For more detailed information on the structure and work of the OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek, please see: https:// www.osce.org/programme-office-in-bishkek.

Necessary Qualifications:

• University degree in social sciences, public administration, human resource management, or other related fields;
• At least 3 years of professional experience providing advisory services in the area of public administration, public (municipal) services delivery, policymaking, or other related fields both at local and central (national) levels;
• Diverse experience comprising work experience in government bodies or parliaments, the experience of developing legal and methodological documents, and experience in writing analytical notes is desirable;
• Professional fluency in the Russian language, both oral and written;
• Computer literate with practical experience using Microsoft applications.

Remuneration Package:

Remuneration will be based on the selected consultant's/expert's qualifications, experience, the tasks and deliverables for this position and in accordance with the OSCE established rates.

If you wish to apply for this position, please use the OSCE's online application link found under https://vacancies.osce.org/.

The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise/re-post the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment or to offer an appointment with a modified job description or for a different duration.

Only those candidates who are selected to participate in the subsequent stages of recruitment will be contacted.

The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all religious, ethnic and social backgrounds to apply to become a part of the Organization.

Candidates should be aware that OSCE officials shall conduct themselves at all times in a manner befitting the status of an international civil servant. This includes avoiding any action which may adversely reflect on the integrity, independence and impartiality of their position and function as officials of the OSCE. The OSCE is committed to applying the highest ethical standards in carrying out its mandate. For more information on the values set out in OSCE Competency Model, please see https://jobs.osce.org/resources/document/our-competency-model.

Please be aware that the OSCE does not request payment at any stage of the application and review process.

Additional Information

• Issued by: OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek
• Requisition ID: ECO00003M
• Contract Type: Special Service Agreement (SSA) / Consultant
• Grade: No grade
• Job Type: Consultant
• Number of posts: 1
• Location: OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek, Bishkek
• Issue Date: Sep 14, 2022
• Closing Date: Sep 20, 2022
• Education Level: Bachelor's Degree (First-level university degree or equivalent)