Social Safeguards Specialist

The position of Social Safeguards Specialist at Federal Government Of Somalia in Somalia is now open for applications. With 9 - 10 years of experience required, this position is suited for mid-to-senior level professionals in Security. Applications are open until Apr, 30. Don't miss this opportunity. FEDERAL GOVERNMENT OF SOMALIAMinistry of FinanceREQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI)Country: Federal Government of Somalia (FGS)Name of the Project: Somalia Productive, Resilient and Inclusive Growth Project (SPRING),Assignment Title: Social Safeguards SpecialistProject ID: P501662Individual/Firm: Individual SelectionDeadline for submission of EOI: April 30 ,2026 at 4:00pmRef No. SO-MOF-542815-CS-INDV 1. Background: The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) is a GovernmentAgency in Somalia, first established in 2020, with the aim of creating and maintaining thenational identification system. NIRA is, inter alia, responsible for registering citizens andresidents and for providing them with secure and verifiable credentials, including a uniqueidentification number and a national identity card. It also serves as a trusted provider of identityverification and authentication services, promoting the use of the foundational identificationsystem. With the establishment of NIRA Somalia, the government is committed to providing areliable and efficient identification system that will enable individuals to access services andparticipate in the development of the country. The Federal Government of Somalia isimplementing the World Bank-financed Somalia Productive, Resilient and Inclusive GrowthProject (SPRING) and intends to use part of the proceeds to hire Social Safeguards Specialist forthe National Identification and Registration Authority. (Individual Consultant)Responsibilities: The Social Safeguards Specialist will be responsible for overseeing all aspectsof Social Risk Management, Safeguards Instruments, Stakeholder Engagement and Inclusion,Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM), Capacity Building and Advisory Support, Monitoring andReporting. The role is critical in supporting NIRA’s operations throughout. All other specifictasks detailed in the Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be found at the followingwebsite link: https://nira.gov.so/ === Skills & Qualifications === Skills and qualificationsSelection Criteria: The selection shall be based on qualification, experience and skills of the candidateand followed by an interview. The qualifications, experience and competencies include:• A Master’s degree in Development Studies ,Social Sciences or a related field, including,Sociology, Community Development, Environmental Studies, Economics, or other relevantdisciplines.• At least ten (10) years of professional experience in social development, with demonstratedexpertise in social safeguards, stakeholder engagement, and social risk management working ondonor-funded projects or with government institutions implementing similar programs.• Strong analytical, advisory, and reporting skills.• Proven experience in developing guidance materials, training programs, and capacity-buildinginitiatives.• Strong coordination and communication skills, with experience engaging governmentinstitutions, development partners, and communities.• --- About Somalia --- Somalia is located in the Horn of Africa and has a growing job market, particularly in the humanitarian, development, and private sectors. Major employment hubs include Mogadishu, Hargeisa, Garowe, Baidoa, and Kismayo, with opportunities from international NGOs, UN agencies, government institutions, and an expanding private sector. Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Amniga • Shaqo Cusub • Shaqo Buuxda

Skills and qualificationsSelection Criteria: The selection shall be based on qualification, experience and skills of the candidateand followed by an interview. The qualifications, experience and competencies include:• A Master’s degree in Development Studies ,Social Sciences or a related field, including,Sociology, Community Development, Environmental Studies, Economics, or other relevantdisciplines.• At least ten (10) years of professional experience in social development, with demonstratedexpertise in social safeguards, stakeholder engagement, and social risk management working ondonor-funded projects or with government institutions implementing similar programs.• Strong analytical, advisory, and reporting skills.• Proven experience in developing guidance materials, training programs, and capacity-buildinginitiatives.• Strong coordination and communication skills, with experience engaging governmentinstitutions, development partners, and communities.• Experience working in fragile and conflict-affected contexts is highly desirable.• Fluency in English and Somali (written and spoken) is required.3. Duration: The proposed duration for the assignment is one year (12) calendar months from startsdate.4. The Ministry of Ministry of Finance now invites eligible consulting (“Consultants”) toindicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned Services. Interested Consultantsshould provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications andrelevant experience to perform the Services and furnish the Curriculum Vitae (CV).5. Attention of interested Consultants is drawn to section III, para 3.14, 3.16 & 3.17 of theWorld Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers: Procurement in InvestmentProjects Financing Goods, Works, Non -Consulting and Consulting Services dated inSeptember 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy onconflict of interest.6. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultan

Interested Consultant may obtain further information (in person or by e-mail) at theaddress below during office hours from 8.00 a.m. – 4.00 p.m. Saturday to Thursdayexcept on public holidays.8. Deadline for submission: Expressions of interest should be delivered in a written formto the address below (in person, or by e-mail) by 30th April 2026 4:00PM. Local Time.Attention; Project CoordinatorSCALED-UP ProjectMinistry of FinanceFederal Government of SomaliaShangani District, Mogadishu, SomaliaEmail Address: [email protected]: [email protected] Apply on [email protected]