National Expert on development of investment projects and related database

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Issued by: OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe
Vacancy number: VNTAJC00683
Vacancy type: Experts/Consultants
Field of expertise: Economic and Environmental Affairs
Number of posts: 1
Duty station: Dushanbe
Date of issue: 5 February 2020
Deadline for application: 21 February 2020 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST)

Background

		The State Unitary Enterprise “Tajinvest” has developed an online Business to Business (B2B) Portal for facilitating business in Tajikistan and attracting investments. The main goal of the Portal is to provide guidelines and information about how to conduct business and investments in Tajikistan and to give a platform for interaction of business stakeholders at all levels. In the framework of its Economic Affairs portfolio, the OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe will be supporting the State Unitary Enterprise (SUE) “TajInvset” under the State Committee on Investment and State Property Management to further develop and maintain the Business to Business Portal (B2B). It is vital for the project sustainability to provide up-to-date and comprehensive information about all aspects of business activities in Tajikistan, render assistance to all stakeholders and to find as many as possible subscribers to the portal in a very short period of time. For that purpose, the OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe is looking a highly qualified expert on development of investment projects and related database for the Business to Business portal. In 2019, the Office supported the “TajInvest” in providing an expertise support in development of the investment project database, who was hired for one month. In order to prepare more comprehensive and updated database on the B2B platform, the expertise support is required to further develop an investment project database, bring them into one format and user-friendly for potential investors. OBJECTIVES OF THE ASSIGNMENT: To contribute to the content development of the B2B portal mainly related to the investment projects component and provide recommendations on improvement of the portal for the better investment attractiveness; Prepare user-friendly template for investment projects to make it more attractive for potential investors. EXPECTED OUTPUT AND PERFORMANCE INDICATORS: Creation, development and updating of an investment project database, containing standardized business/investment plans; Provide recommendations for investment project database to make it user-friendly to attract potential investors.

Tasks and Responsibilities

		To create a searchable and attractive project database to support private sector as well as relevant employees of SUE “Tajinvest” in setting up business/investment plans and standardized teasers; Overview existing project documentations and bring them in one common format and line with internationally recognized standards; To have an ability to search all relevant sources to collect useful and relevant information related to doing business in Tajikistan, particularly investing in Tajikistan and integrate this information into the portal using one common format; In coordination with SUE “Tajinvest”, to work on the updating investment project database and to give proper advice for the usage of the portals functions.

Necessary Qualifications

		Advanced Degree in Management, Economics, Marketing or equivalent; Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in public work for assistance and consulting in the field of entrepreneurship, investment, business or equivalent; Analytical abilities and the ability to properly use methods for analysis, including empirical analysis and gap analysis; Having experience in development of business plans; Understanding and knowledge of business and investment climate in Tajikistan; Experience of working with the legislative and statistical documents; Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Tajik and Russian, knowledge of English is an advantage; Ability to collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data; Demonstrated communication skills and team-work; Ability to work independently and under time pressure; Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Required competencies

		Core values Commitment: Actively contributes to achieving organizational goals Diversity: Respects others and values their diverse perspectives and contributions Integrity: Acts in a manner consistent with the Organization’s core values and organizational principles Accountability: Takes responsibility for own action and delegated work Core competencies Communication: Actively works to achieve clear and transparent communication with colleagues and with stakeholders of the Organization Collaboration: Works effectively with others on common goals and fosters a positive, trust-based working environment Planning: Works towards the achievement of goals in a structured and measured manner Analysis and decision-making: Analyses available information, draws well-founded conclusions and takes appropriate decisions Initiative-taking: Proposes and initiates new ideas, activities and projects Flexibility: Responds positively and effectively to changing circumstances Managerial competencies (for positions with managerial responsibilities) Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, builds trust and creates an enabling environment Strategic thinking: Identifies goals that advance the organizational agenda and develops plans for achieving them Managing performance: Helps to maximize team performance by providing active feedback and skill development opportunities

Remuneration Package

		The consultant will be remunerated commensurate with consultant’s experience and qualifications in accordance with OSCE established rates. Applicants should indicate whether they wish to be included in the OSCE Roster of Consultants for similar assignments.

How To Apply

		If you wish to apply for this position, please use the OSCE's online application link for contracted vacancies found under https://jobs.osce.org/. However, if you have difficulties with the system you may use the OSCE offline application form found under https://jobs.osce.org/resources/document/offline-application-form and forward the completed form by e-mail to POiD-Recruitment@osce.org quoting the vacancy number in the subject line. Applications received after the published deadline and/or in a different format will not be considered. Please note that this vacancy is open for competition only amongst nationals of Tajikistan. Please note the OSCE is an equal opportunity employer. The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment, to offer an appointment at a lower grade or to offer an appointment with a modified job description or for a different duration. The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates to apply to become a part of the organization.