Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Expert at UN-Habitat

SCOPE OF WORK  

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Dowladkaab Programme Manager, the Consultant will perform the following main tasks:  

• Convene an inception meeting with key stakeholders to create a shared understanding on the approach of the work, finalize the work plan, methodology, and key milestones. 
• Conduct a comprehensive review of the existing federal, state and local level legal, regulatory, and policy frameworks relevant to PPPs and identify financial barriers/ opportunities for state and local government 
• Assess the current institutional capacity, governance structures, and financial management systems of the local government of Jawhar, Kismayo, Adado and Barawe and the Ministry of Public Works, Housing and Constructions of four FMS – Hirshabelle, Jubaland, Galmudug and Southwest in relation to adoption and the use of PPP in local infrastructure and service delivery. 
• Conduct a stakeholder analysis and consultative meetings with the potential private sector partners to identify needs, challenges, and opportunities.
• Draft a State level PPP framework for urban infrastructure, outlining the principles, objectives, institutional roles and responsibilities, and strategic priorities for engaging in PPPs. 
• This framework should define what constitutes a PPP and the States' vision for their use.
• Develop a district level PPP directive based on the State PPP framework for adoptation by the district council/district executive committee.
• Develop a standardized procedures and templates for project identification, screening, and prioritization and link to the infrastructure prioritization framework of the districts.  
• Develop a PPP toolkit/booklet comprising of a step-by-step guide from project inception to termination. 
• Present the draft PPP framework, PPP directive and PPP toolkit/booklet to key stakeholders, including the concerned Ministries, local government and representatives from the private sector for input and feedback.  10. Lead and facilitate one-day orientation workshop (virtual) showcasing real world examples of PPP projects and their impact on local infrastructure development 
• Revise the instruments based on stakeholder feedback and finalize all documents.
• Lead validation workshops for the instruments and prepare a final presentation for the leadership of the Ministry of Public Works, Housing and Construction and the local government, summarizing the framework, key recommendations, and next steps.

Qualifications/special skills

• Advanced University degree in finance, economics, business administration, law, engineering, or any other related field is required.
• A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree
• At least 5 years experience in local economic development and private sector engagement is required Experience in local governance and infrastructure service delivery is desirable Expertise in public finance, project finance, infrastructure development, and the legal aspects of Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) is required.

Deadline : Sep 6, 2025