Project Engineer Position for Somalia Food Systems Resilience Project in Puntland

Puntland State of Somalia Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation (MoAI) Somalia Food Systems Resilience Project (S-FSRP) REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI) Individual Selection of Consultant Country: Puntland State, Federal Government of Somalia Project ID No.

P177816 Name of the Project: Somalia Food Systems Resilience Project (S-FSRP) Consulting Service: Project Coordinator Individual/Firm: Individual Duty Station : Garowe, Puntland State (with frequent travel within Puntland) Deadline: 14TH March 2026, Ref No. SO-MOAI-PL-519984-CS-INDV 1.

BACKGROUND OF THE PROJECT The Somalia Food Systems Resilience Project (S-FSRP) is financed by the World Bank as part of a regional Food Systems Resilience Program aimed at strengthening food security, enhancing resilience of agricultural and livestock systems, and improving preparedness against climate and crisis shocks in Eastern and Southern Africa.

In Puntland State, the project is implemented by the Ministry of Livestock and Animal Husbandry (MoLAH), in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation (MoAI), the Ministry of Environment, Range and Climate Change (MoERCC), and other relevant stakeholders.

The project includes the following components: Component 1: Rebuilding Resilient Agricultural and Livestock Production Capacity Component 2: Supporting Sustainable Natural Resource and Rangeland Management Component 3: Improving Market Access and Livestock Value Chain Development Component 4: Strengthening Policy and Institutional Capacity Component 5: Project Coordination and Management To ensure technical quality and compliance with standards, the PCU intends to recruit a qualified Project Engineer (State Level) under the INDV method.

2) Responsibilities: The Project Engineer will be responsible for (but not limited to) the following: Lead technical planning and engineering review of all infrastructure activities; conduct and/or review feasibility studies and site assessments. Review and/or prepare technical designs, drawings, and Bills of Quantities (BoQs); supervise hydrogeological/groundwater investigations as required.

Review contractor work programs, monitor performance, and enforce contractual obligations; ensure designs align with project requirements and climate resilience principles. Supervise borehole drilling, pump testing, and water quality testing; oversee irrigation/storage/distribution networks and verify hydraulic and system efficiency.

Supervise construction/rehabilitation works (including ministry buildings and livestock facilities/markets); conduct inspections, verify progress, and certify payment requests; apply QA/QC procedures. Support procurement by preparing/reviewing technical specifications and participating in bid evaluation and technical clarifications as required.

Ensure compliance with ESMPs and OHS standards in coordination with Environmental and Social (E&S) specialists. Submit monthly technical progress reports and provide inputs to quarterly/annual reports; maintain proper engineering documentation and records.

S/he will undertake all the other specific tasks detailed in the Terms of Reference (TOR) that can be found at the following www.moai.pl.so or can be provided upon submission of application (in person or by E-mail). 3) Selection Criteria: Selection will be based on the qualifications, experience, and skills of the candidate, followed by an interview (INDV).

Education Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (mandatory). Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources, or Hydrology (advantage). Professional Experience Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience on construction/infrastructure projects. At least 5 years’ experience in design, implementation, management and supervision of civil works and/or water infrastructure projects in Somalia.

At least 3 years working in fragile/post-conflict settings (Somalia or Horn of Africa). Demonstrated experience in groundwater development and borehole supervision; and in FIDIC contract administration/claims management. Experience in donor-funded projects (preferably World Bank-financed). Strong knowledge of ESF and environmental safeguards is an advantage.

Willingness and physical ability for frequent travel to remote project sites (in line with security protocols). Fluency in English and Somali. 3. REPORTING The Project Engineer will report directly to the State Project Coordinator (SPC) and work closely with implementing ministries (MoAI, MoLAH, MoERCC), and the Procurement, M&E, and Safeguards teams. 4.

TIMING Duration of Assignment : The assignment duration is twelve (12) months, renewable based on performance and project needs. The Puntland Ministry of agriculture and irrigation now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned services.

Interested consultants must provide the following (i) Curriculum Vitae (CV) with 3 reference persons; (ii) copies of certificates of academic qualifications; and (iii) cover letter indicating that they are qualified to perform the services. 5.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to section III, para 3.14,3.16 & 3.17 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers: Procurement in Investment Projects Financing Goods, Works, Non -Consulting and Consulting Services, July 2016, revised November 2017, August 2018, November 2020 and September 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.

A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant method set out in the World Bank Procurement Regulations. Interested applicants may obtain further information including a detailed Terms of Reference from the Ministry in person or by e-mail to the address given below during office hours from 9.00 a.m.– 4.00 p.m. Saturday to Thursday.

Deadline: Expressions of Interest and CV must be delivered by hand, mail, courier, or email on or before 14th March 2026 at 16:00 hours (Garowe time).

Attention: FSRP Project Coordination Unit Office (2nd Floor) Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation (MoAI) – Puntland Garowe, Puntland State of Somalia Email: procurement.fsrp@moai.pl.so Copy: shire.fsrp@moai.pl.so Agency: Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation - Puntland State Procurement method: Individual Consultant Selection Notice type: Request for Expression of Interest Status: Published Value: 33900.0 USD