National Financial Management Specialist, National Procurement Specialist, and National Agricultural (CSA) Specialist

with Cambodia Water Security Improvement Project (CaWSIP)
Job Announcement

BTDC-ID: 35095
Closing Date:

Announcement Positions

Announcement Description

The Royal Government of Cambodia has overall investment requirement of US$150 million, including a US$ 145 million IDA credit and a Government Counterpart Financing of US$5 million. The proposed project is designed (1) to build the foundation for improved water security in Cambodia and increase agricultural productivity in selected river basins and (2) to provide an immediate and effective response in case of an eligible crisis or emergency. The proposed CaWSIP consists of three interconnected technical components, a Project Management Component, and a Contingent Emergency Response Component (CERC). Totally, the project comprises of five components :(1) Improve Water Resources Planning and Institutions; (2) Improve and sustain water service delivery for irrigation and domestic use; (3) Support services to increase climate resilience in irrigated agriculture;(4) Project management, coordination, and monitoring and evaluation; and (5) Contingent Emergency Response Component (CERC). The project is now seeking National Consultants to support the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) as the following positions:

Announcement Positions

National Financial Management Specialist (1 Position)

Position Summary

The National Financial Management Specialist is to (i) support and set up accounting and reporting system in accordance with Annual Working Plan and Budget (AWPB), Project Operations Manual (POM), RGC’s Standard Operations Procedures (SOP/FMM); (ii) support the head of finance unit at MAFF-PIU and working with other consultants to follow the Term of Reference (TOR) and action plan to records in a timely, efficient and transparent manner in line with the Project Operational Manual (POM), Annual Work Plan and Budget (AWPB) and Progress Report as the deadline for submission to Government and Bank in supporting financial management supports to the project finance team of MAFF-PIU to ensure the successful timely implementation and completion of the finance related activities, (iii) provide training/coaching on finance related work to the national and sub-national team; (iv) the consultant is expected to work in close cooperation with the MAFF-PIU finance team, national consultants, sub-national team and other relevant officials/consultants from EA (MOWRAM). The National Financial Management Specialist will be based in Project Implementation Unit (MAFF-PIU), Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF). It is expected that the selected consultant will at all times observe the highest standard of professional ethics and integrity, and promote a results-oriented approach in the area of his/her responsibility and accountability.

Requirements - Skills, Qualifications, Experience
  • Master Degree in Natural Resource Management or other related field.;
  • Minimum Bachelor’s degree in accounting or other relevant fields;
  • A minimum of 10 years’ experience of working in accounting or financial management systems of project or non-profit organization;
  • Familiar with accounting software operation; Sage 50 (Peachtree) is an advantage;
  • Experience with World Bank funded project/programs and/or donor funded programs and public finance management is a strong advantage;
  • Demonstrated professional experience with donor financed projects in the areas of project/ program finance management. Experience working with Government’s Public Services/ Projects/Programs is an advantage;
  • Knowledge and understanding of cash basis of accounting for project operations and demonstrate ability to apply those standards to financial operations and activities,
  • Fluency in Khmer and English (listening, speaking and writing);
  • Excellent computer skills, (Sage 50 accounting software, MS: Word, Excel/or Access, Power Point);
  • Strong commitment in knowledge transfer and on jobs training to the project staff;
  • Written and spoken proficiency in English.
 
 

National Procurement Specialist (1 Position)

Position Summary

The National Procurement Specialist is to assist procurement unit at MAFF-PIU and working with other consultants to follow the Term of Reference and action plan to records in a timely, efficient and transparent manner in line with the RGC’s Standard Operations Procedures (SOP)/FMM/PM, Project Operational Manual (POM), Annual Work Plan and Budget (AWPB), Procurement Plan (PP) and Progress Report as the deadline for submission to Government and Bank.

Requirements - Skills, Qualifications, Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree Business Administration & Management/Civil Engineering, Law or relevant field.
  • At least 7 years’ experience in carrying out public procurement of goods, works and consultant services.
  • Have demonstrated professional experience with donor-financed projects in the areas of procurement management. Experience working with Government’s Public Services/Projects / Programs is an advantage.
  • Experience with procurement under DPs financed projects is given a preference.
  • At least 5-year working experience of World Bank, Development Partner’ Procurement Procedures, Policy and Regulations for Consultants’ Services, Goods and Civil Works and RGC’s Standard Operating Procedures, Procurement Manual for externally financed projects.
  • Ability and demonstrated experience in providing procurement training is an advantage.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English and Khmer.
  • Comprehensive computer skills with minimum in use of Microsoft Office and access.
 
 

National Agricultural (CSA) Specialist (1 Position)

Position Summary

The National Agricultural (CSA) Specialist is to bring specialized knowledge and skills to ensure the successful implementation of Component 3 and 4.2 This involves providing technical assistance, supporting day-to-day operations, and collaborating with other project units and stakeholders to integrate CSA practices in irrigated agriculture.

Requirements - Skills, Qualifications, Experience
  • Advanced degree (MSc or higher) in Agricultural Sciences, Agronomy, or a related field.
  • A minimum of 7 years relevant working experience in CSA
  • Extensive experience in supporting and implementing technical project activities, preferably in agriculture and water resources management.
  • Effective communication and coordination skills.
  • In-depth understanding of climate-smart agriculture practices and their integration into irrigated agriculture.
  • Willingness to engage with stakeholders for effective project implementation.
  • Fluency in Khmer and English (listening, speaking and writing).
  • Excellent in computer literacy
  • Strong commitment in knowledge transfer and on jobs training to the project staff and farmers.
 

How to Apply

The Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Selection of Individual Consultant method set out in the procurement arrangements as set forth in Government of the Kingdom of Cambodia’s Updated Standard Operating Procedures and Procurement Manual for All Externally Financed Projects/Programs, promulgated through the Sub‐decree 181 ANK/BK dated December 2, 2019.

In submitting their expressions of interest, the interested candidates are kindly requested to provide their updated curriculum vitae, indicating their personal and technical skills, academic qualifications, and experience in similar assignments, along with the names of at least three (3) referees with contact information (e-mail address, telephone or fax numbers).

Interested candidates may obtain copies of the detailed Terms of Reference (in English) for the assignment from the address or e-mail provided in the contact details during office hours from 8:00 to 12:00 and from 13:30 to 17:30 hours, Monday through Friday, except public holidays. Expressions of interest must be submitted to the address or email or hard copy, no later than the closing date before 17:30 hours.

 
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Contact Details

Office Address
  • CaWSIP Office, 3rd Floor of Phka Rumdul Building # 200 Corners of Mao Ste Tung and Preah Norodom Blvd, Sangkat Tonle Basak, Khan Chamkar Mon, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
 
Contact Name
  • Cambodia Water Security Improvement Project (CaWSI
 
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