REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI) FOR WTO Market Access Advisor

Join Federal Government Of Somalia as a REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI) FOR WTO Market Access Advisor — this consultant role is based in Mogadishu. This role falls within the Consultancies sector and requires candidates with 9 - 10 years of relevant experience. This position closes on Apr, 12. Apply now to be considered. Country: Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) Name of the Project: Somalia Productive, Resilient, and Inclusive Growth (SPRING) Assignment Title: WTO Market Access Advisor Project ID: P501662 Individual/Firm: Individual Selection Deadline for submission of EOI: April 12 ,2026 at 4:00pm Ref No. SO-MOF-531452-CS-INDV 1. Background: In May 2025, the Federal Republic of Somalia, through its Ministry of Finance (MoF) launched the Somalia Productive, Resilient, and Inclusive Growth (SPRING) project. The project development objective is to promote private sector-led growth and job creation by improving the business-enabling environment, strengthening the financial system, and enhancing access to finance. The SPRING project is organized around four components (three mutually-reinforcing and one supporting): (i) Component 1: Improving the enabling environment for the private sector; (ii) Component 2: Deepening financial sector reforms and strengthening institutional capacity; (iii) Component 3: Enhancing access to finance and resilience for MSMEs; and (iv) Component 4: Project Management. A wide range of activities will be implemented as part of this project to reach its development objective, such as improvements to regulatory/institutional frameworks, the rollout of the digital ID system, financial sector reforms, the creation of a risk-sharing mechanism, and the provision of business development services for micro, small and medium enterprises in select economic sectors, among others. The MoF received US$105 million from the World Bank, including US$10 million from the Somalia Multi-Partner Fund to implement the SPRING project. As part of this initiative, under Component 1, the MoF intends to apply part of the proceeds to finance the position of Market Access Advisor. Somalia is advancing its accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO), a process led by the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) through the Office of the Chief Trade Negotiat === Skills & Qualifications === 1. Skills and qualifications Selection Criteria: The selection shall be based on the qualifications, experience and skills of the candidate and followed by an interview. The qualifications, experience and competencies include: • Master’s degree in business administration, economics, Trade, Finance, or related field. • Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in customs valuation, tariff analysis, and trade negotiations with exposure to WTO accession. • Proven ability to work across multiple ministries and agencies, fostering inter-institutional collaboration. • Demonstrated expertise in capacity building, policy analysis, and technical drafting. • Excellent communication, negotiation, and report-writing skills. • Fluency in English required; knowledge of Somali is an advantage. • Prior experience in fragile or post-conflict environments is highly desirable 2. Duration: The proposed duration for the assignment is Twelve Months (12) calendar months from starts date. 3. The Ministry --- About Mogadishu --- Mogadishu, known locally as Muqdisho, is the capital of Somalia and the country's largest city. It serves as the political, economic, and cultural heart of the nation. The city hosts the headquarters of numerous UN agencies, international NGOs, and government institutions, offering diverse career opportunities for development and humanitarian professionals. Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): La-talinta • La-talin • Shaqo Cusub • Shaqo Muqdisho

1. Skills and qualifications Selection Criteria: The selection shall be based on the qualifications, experience and skills of the candidate and followed by an interview. The qualifications, experience and competencies include: • Master’s degree in business administration, economics, Trade, Finance, or related field. • Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in customs valuation, tariff analysis, and trade negotiations with exposure to WTO accession. • Proven ability to work across multiple ministries and agencies, fostering inter-institutional collaboration. • Demonstrated expertise in capacity building, policy analysis, and technical drafting. • Excellent communication, negotiation, and report-writing skills. • Fluency in English required; knowledge of Somali is an advantage. • Prior experience in fragile or post-conflict environments is highly desirable 2. Duration: The proposed duration for the assignment is Twelve Months (12) calendar months from starts date. 3. The Ministry of Ministry of Finance now invites eligible consulting (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services and furnish the Curriculum Vitae (CV). 4. 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 dated in September 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. 5. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant method set out in the World Bank Procurement Regulations.

1. Interested Consultant may obtain further information (in person or by e-mail) at the address below during office hours from 8.00 a.m. – 4.00 p.m. Saturday to Thursday except on public holidays. 2. Deadline for submission: Expressions of interest should be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by e-mail) by April 12, 2026, at 4:00pm (Somalia Local time) Attention; Project Coordinator SCALED-UP Project Ministry of Finance Federal Government of Somalia Shangani District, Mogadishu, Somalia Email Address: [email protected] Apply on [email protected] Apply at: mailto:[email protected]