Background:
The purpose of the consultancy is to assist the project team with the preparation of the general technical framework pre-conditioning the effective design and launch of the web platform of the Training System for Local Governments in Bosnia and Herzegovina. In this regard, a National Website Development Consultant (hereinafter National Consultant) will be engaged.
The primary focus of the consultancy will be to identify a set of detailed technical and other specifications to serve as blueprint in the future development of two symmetrical websites for the Training System, respectively in each entity. The Consultant will also provide advice to the project team in the selection of a service provider and ensure quality control of the finished product.
The consultancy is planned within the 2nd phase of the MTS II Project, which is aimed at contributing to professional and competent BiH local governments, able to effectively manage development processes and deliver quality services to their citizens. The MTS II focuses on further strengthening of the policy and functional capacity of the Training System for Local Self-Government Employees in BiH and supports its affirmation as an effective public mechanism for carrying out the local governments` capacity development agenda country-wide, as defined within the entity training strategies 2011 - 2015. The project also supports the design and delivery of priority and demand-driven training programmes for both local government elected officials and employees.
Core competencies:
• Demonstrates professional competence to meet responsibilities and post requirements and is conscientious and efficient in meeting
commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results;
• Results-Orientation: Plans and produces quality results to meet established goals, generates innovative, practical solutions to
challenging situations;
• Communication: Excellent communication skills, including the ability to convey complex concepts and recommendations, both orally
and in writing, in a clear and persuasive style tailored to match different audiences;
• Proven coaching and advocacy skills, and ability to work in an environment requiring liaison and collaboration with multiple actors
including government representatives, donors and other stakeholders.
• Team work: Ability to interact, establish and maintain effective working relations with a culturally diverse team;
• Client orientation: Ability to establish and maintain productive partnerships with national partners and stakeholders and pro-activeness
in identifying of beneficiaries and partners’ needs, and matching them to appropriate solutions.
Required Skills and Experience:
Education: University degree in information technology, computer science or other relevant field;
Experience:
• Proven record of theoretical knowledge and practical experience in the area of web development, preferably working in or with public sector;
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in ICT and software development;
• Extensive electronic communications expertise and experience;
• Extensive content management expertise and experience;
• Expert knowledge of solutions for e-learning;
Language requirements: Fluency in official languages in BiH; knowledge of English is desired but not required.
Starting Date: 24 September 2012
Expected Duration of Assignment : 15 working days (September 2012 - February 2013)
Deadline: 12 September 2012
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