Project Management Support – Specialist (Transaction Advisory Procurement and Finance)

Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager, and in direct collaboration with the Project Management Support – Specialist (PPP Strategic Initiatives), the incumbent will be providing technical assistance to Bangsamoro Stakeholders. 

The primary objective of this assignment is to assist BARMM Government particularly in establishing a mechanism to finance, process, and procure transaction advisory support for PPP projects developed in the region. 

The incumbent will undertake the following tasks:

1. PPP Guidelines for Transaction Advisory Procurement and Finance

• Support BARMM Government in drafting policies related to transaction advisory acquisition.

• Support BARMM Government in drafting rules and procedures for appraising proposals for transaction advisory.

• Support BARMM Government in financial analysis. 

2. Capacity Building

• Provide mentorship and technical support to enhance the capacity of BARMM Government agencies in areas including procurement of Transaction Advisory support and Financial Analysis.

• Provide technical support to the BARMM Government in establishing a body to oversee the procurement and management of transaction advisory services to be acquired for PPP projects.

3. Stakeholder Engagement

• Support consultations and engagements with key stakeholders, including private sector representatives, civil society organizations, and development partners, to ensure transparency and inclusivity in the PPP process.

• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent), preferably in Public Policy, Finance, Development Studies, Public Administration, Law, or relevant discipline, is required.

• First-level university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in combination with seven (7) years relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent).

EXPERIENCE:

• At least 5 years experience in government procurement procedures, transaction advisory management, monitoring and evaluation, project development or government policymaking procedures in the Philippines is required.

• Expert knowledge of consultancy procurement regulations, PPPs and transaction is desirable.

• Experience working in BARMM is an asset.

• Experience in policymaking, writing and mentoring skills is preferred.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:

• Full working knowledge of English is required. 

• Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset