Country: Serbia
Closing date: 21 Nov 2014
Back**ground Information**
The Novobërdë/Novobrdo municipality is located in central part of Kosovo. It approximately covers an area of 204 km² and includes Novobërdë/Novobrdo town and its 31 villages. As per the latest Kosovo census in 2011 this municipality has the total population of 6,729. Ethnically is one of the most mixed areas. Regarding the economic prospects this municipality is one of least developed despite the resources in disposal. The economy of this municipality is mainly based on agriculture, rural tourism and small trade businesses activities. There is a relatively small number of businesses, about 100 registered private businesses. Like everywhere in Kosovo there is difficult to have reliable data on the number of employed especially in private sector. As per the Kosovo mosaic (UNDP 2012) the percentage of the employed working age population in Novobërdë/Novobrdo municipality is 34% (48% men and only 14% of women) whereas 50% are out of labour market. 74% of women are out of labour market, while 57.7% see unemployment as the most pressing problem. Regarding the status of infrastructure in the municipality of generally in Novo Novobërdë/Novobrdo is assessed as poor and underdeveloped. Many of the main roads connecting villages with the urban centre are still not asphalted. According to OSCE municipal profile, Novobërdë/Novobrdo small town and only ten (10) out of 31 villages are connected to water supply; five (5) out of 24 are connected only to sewage system. Power supply is still a problem especially in villages. This municipality possesses many natural resources and attractions which could be turned to a a great potential to benefit from cultural, educational and recreational tourist opportunities while in the meantime increase its market supply to the capital city. A special advantage for Novobërdë/Novobrdo is it’s mediaeval castle which can contribute to development of small businesses especially in agricultural and rural tourism in this municipality. Even in the current conditions the castle and the area of this municipality attracts significant number of visitors on annual basis with tendency of increase. If the infrastructure improvements and touristic capacities and prospects improved, this would serve for a significant increase of economic opportunities in this municipality. For revitalization and enhancing the business environment around Novobërdë/Novobrdo Castle would require the following elements to be considered: Improvement of infrastructure; Increased agricultural and rural development; Enhanced cultural and socio-economic development; Encouragement of private investment; Skills development, especially of young people; Creation of innovative and alternative rural employment; Integrated management of cultural and natural assets. In order to achieve this it is required to have a strong partnership and involvement of municipal authorities, local community (farmers, hospitality and catering, touristic agents-guides), donor community and employment services.
Objectives of Assignment
The objective of this assignment is to carry out a Territorial Audit in the Municipality of Novobërdë/Novobrdo and explore opportunities for revitalization of business environment around Novobërdë/Novobrdo Castle. This intervention is in line with UNDP Kosovo Inclusive Growth programme objectives.
The responsibility of the consultant under this ToR is twofold:
- To conduct a Territorial Assessment in Novobërdë/Novobrdo muncipality:
- Design and develop the final full project proposal in response to the EU call for proposals
More specifically, the task of the Consultant will be to undertake an assessment of the economic situation (territorial audit), highlighting opportunities for small business upgrading and supporting new initiatives, skills development and employment opportunities for the youth, opportunities for development of tourism and promotion of the archaeological sites.
Scope of work Territorial Assessment in Novobërdë/Novobrdo muncipality:
? A desk review of relevant documents and mapping of relevant issues related to needs, agriculture potential, opportunities for small business upgrading and supporting new initiatives, skills development and employment opportunities for the youth, opportunities for development of tourism and promotion of the archaeological sites and tourism opportunities in Novobërdë/Novobrdo municipality (3 days);
? A field visit to Novobërdë/Novobrdo municipality and interaction with with all relevant stakeholders as potential partners in the project (public institutions, Civil Society and communities) (2 working days).
? Development of a detailed findings report proposing concrete activities and outputs (2 working days).
? Preparation and finalisation of the full project proposal: (5 working days)
? Desk review of all relevant documentation and strategies related to Novobërdë/Novobrdo and the Castle and the EU call for proposal guideline (5 working days).
? Design the project proposal and develop the final full application in response to the EU call for proposal (10 working days).
The proposal shall be written in English language.
Expected Results
Deliverables/ Outputs Estimated Duration to Complete Target Due Dates Review and Approvals Required
Desk review 3 w/d 20 Nov.14 Inclusive Growth team
Field visit to Novobërdë/Novobrdo 2 w/d 25 Nov.14 Inclusive Growth team
Situational assessment report 2 w/d 30 Nov.14 Inclusive Growth team
Situation analysis/ Concept Note and field visits 5 w/d 10 Dec 14 Inclusive Growth team
Final Concept Note submitted and Draft Application Form (including budget, logframe etc.) 5 w/d 20 Dec 14 Inclusive Growth team
Comments from UNDP 5 w/d 10 Jan 15 Inclusive Growth team
Finalization and submission of Final Full Grant Application Form 5 w/d 22 Jan 2015 Inclusive Growth team
Deliverables / Final Products Expected
• Desk Review completed
• A summary findings report submitted
• Final Concept Note submitted
• A fully fledged Project Document -Final Grant Application Form (including budget, log-frame etc) submitted
Requirements qualifications
• Master degree in a social science discipline such as economics, sociology, international relations, local economic development, political science or another relevant field;
• At least 5 years’ experience in economic development and labour market programmes; specific knowledge and experience on economic analysis (territorial audits and employment pacts);
• Experience in various countries is considered a plus ;
• Good knowledge of EC requirements related to Calls for Proposals;
• Knowledge and experience in project/programme design is essential; solid expertise in drafting effective EC Grants Application Forms is required;
• Familiarity with relevant cross-cutting issues related to local sustainable development such as gender mainstreaming, environmental sustainability, human rights based approach, social inclusion and other issues as appropriate;
• Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English as well as analytical and report writing skills ;
• Knowledge of Albanian and Serbian languages is desirable;
• Knowledge, understanding and previous experience of UNDP development programmes is an advantage;
• Knowledge and previous experience in the local development is an asset;
Competencies
• Ability to pay attention to details
• Good analytical, assessment and negotiation skills
• Commitment to accomplish work
• Accountable and Results Oriented
• Objective listener
• Practical and Proactive thinking skills
• Excellent writing skills
Required documents for application:
Recommended Presentation of Offer: Interested offerors should provide the following
? UNDP P11 form
? List of related work done by the consultant
? Brief description of why the individual considers him/herself as the most suitable for the assignment, and a methodology
? Price proposal [lump sum for all deliverables]
Note: for duty travels expected, UN’s Daily Subsistence Allowance (DSA) rates prevailing at the time of sourcing, for the duty station and all other cities indicated in the TOR as part of duty travel destinations will be paid and do not need to be factored into the price proposal. Mobilisation to the duty station, via air or other means of transport will be reimbursed based on prior clearance by UNDP.
Scope of price proposal and schedule of payments
Lump sum payment schedule:
20% upon signature of the original contract;
30% upon successful completion of the desk review, situational assessment report and analysis;
50 % upon successful completion of the finalization and submission of the concept note and Final Full Grant Application Form.
Recommended Presentation of Offer
The following documents may be requested:
- Personal CV and P11, indicating all past experience from similar projects, as well as the contact details (email and telephone number) of the Candidate and at least three (3) professional references;
- Financial Proposal that indicates the all-inclusive fixed total contract price. The Offeror must indicate at this point, and ensure that all such costs are duly incorporated in the financial proposal submitted to UNDP.
- Provide a list of similar profiles prepared during previous work experience.
Criteria for Selection of the Best Offer
This section should indicate all the criteria which shall serve as basis for evaluating offers, which may be done in either of the following manner:
- Combined Scoring method – where the qualifications and methodology will be weighted a max. of 70%, and combined with the price offer which will be weighted a max of 30%.
How to apply:
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