Tenders and Vacancies

Call for PROPOSALS to conduct FINAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT STUDY OF THE GLOB@L LIBRARIES – BULGARIA PROGRAM IMPORTANT NOTE: A technical mistake was noted in Annex 4. Terms of Reference (TOR), page 21 “Survey methodology”, point 2, which has been corrected on 10 April 2013 as follows: 2. Sampling method: The sampling frame is the GLB target library users of the age group 7 – 18+. The sampling method is expected to be a two-stage stratified cluster sampling with a random selection of respondents at the final stage. At the first stage it is expected that there are selected 500 target libraries, proportionally to the number of target libraries in the 28 districts, followed by a stratified distribution of libraries inside each district proportionally to the settlement type structure of the target libraries (villages, small towns, district center). The target libraries will have the role of clusters in sampling terms. Five respondents will be selected for each target library. The corrected TOR is available for download from the following link http://www.glbulgaria.bg/en/node/13875

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UNDP is seeking to employ qualified individual for a part-time position of: Programme/Finance Associate (PFA) – REF. PFA 2012 Responsibilities: Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Head of Office, the Programme/Finance Associate (PFA) supports on a part-time (50%) basis the administration and the implementation of programme/operations activities, including administration of budgets, accounting and administrative support. The PFA provides administrative services to the UNDP PMO, manages data and facilitates project implementation. The PFA works in close collaboration with the operations, finance and project teams and promotes a client-oriented approach consistent with UNDP rules and regulations. Main objectives: The PFA provides administrative support to the UNDP Project Management Office activities focusing on the following results: proper control of the supporting documents for payments and review of projects Financial Reports; maintenance of the internal expenditures control system, which ensures that vouchers processed are matched and completed, transactions are correctly recorded and posted in the ERP system; creation of vendor set-up information in the ERP system; creation of e-requisition in the ERP system; assistance in the preparation of files for archiving; acts as an alternate for treasury functions. Requirements: University degree in Business or Public Administration, Economics, Political or Social sciences or related field; Certification in Accounting or Finance would be an asset; Minimum 5 years of relevant administrative or project implementation experience; excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel, etc); advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages; experience in handling of web based management systems; fluency in English. For details, see terms of reference at: http://www.undp.bg/tenders.php Duration: 12 months (on a part-time basis) Candidates should send via email to registry.bg@undp.org Ref. PFA 2012: (1) Detailed CV in English quoting relevant experience; (2) Cover letter. No telephone inquiries will be answered. Closing date for receipt of applications: 23 August 2012. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

Request for Proposal for production of documentary films about the impact of the ‘Glob@l Libraires – Bulgaria Program’ ‘Glob@l Libraries – Bulgaria’ Program – a joint initiative of UNDP and Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Bulgaria, seeks qualified offers for production of documentary films. Shooting a series of documentaries aims to promote the impact and results of the ‘Glob@l Libraries – Bulgaria’ Programme, recognized by local authorities, library users and library community as a program with clear practical benefits and national significance. The attached solicitation documents detail the requirements of the tender. The deadline for submission of proposals is 6th August 2012, 16:00 hrs.

Bulgarian Libraries – Access Points to Information and Communication for All Short Tile: “Glob@l Libraries Bulgaria” (GLB) - www.glbulgaria.bg – internationally co-funded programme on ICT for development via Bulgaria’s public libraries, led by the Ministry of Culture and implemented by the United Nations Development Programme - Seeks to employ a qualified individual to work full-time at the Programme Management Unit (PMU) based in Sofia: Monitoring and Impact Manager (REF. MIM – GLB) Role description: The MIM heads the Monitoring Department and is in charge of all aspects related to impact planning, monitoring and assessment of the program. The MIM ensures that the monitoring and evaluation processes conducted fulfill their end purposes: accountability, adaptive management, corrective action, long-term planning for sustainable results, advocacy, and national ownership of the program. Summary of requirements: keen interest in local development issues; substantial experience in monitoring and evaluation of donor-supported programs; demonstrated capacity in conducting mentoring, technical assistance and facilitation; experience in designing and adapting monitoring and impact assessment tools and methods; sound understanding of / experience with sociological surveys, statistical data collection and analysis; ability to summarize quantitative and qualitative indicators for different audiences; excellent organizational and coordination skills; teamwork orientation; university degree. Interested applicants shall consult the Terms of Reference for the position at: Please submit letter of interest and detailed CV in English, quoting REF. MIM–GLB, via e-mail at: registry.bg@undp.org or via post to: UNDP Office in Bulgaria, 2 Ivan Denkoglu St., 1040 Sofia. Telephone inquiries not accepted. Applications closing: 17:00 hrs, 13 July 2012. Short-listed applicants will be contacted for an interview.

“Bulgarian Libraries – Access Points to Information and Communication for All” – internationally co-funded programme on ICT at public libraries, led by the Ministry of Culture and implemented by the United Nations Development Programme announces REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS to conduct an IMPACT ASSESSMENT INTERIM STUDY Ref. No RFP/BGR/00071115/002/2012 UNDP seeks to identify a Contractor to conduct an Impact Assessment Interim Study. The objective of the study is to repeat and to expand the preceding baseline measurement with regard to library users, local communities and program stakeholders upon the installation of ICT equipment at the program’s 960 target libraries. Official language of the procedure: English Deadline for receipt of proposals: 15 May 2012, 16:00 hrs local time Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Address for submission of proposals: UNDP Bulgaria, 2 Ivan Denkoglu Street, Floor 5, Sofia 1040 The solicitation documents are available for download at www.undp.bg and www.glbulgaria.bg

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is seeking to employ a qualified individual for the position of: Liaison Officer – REF. LO - UNFPA Responsibilities: The UNFPA Liaison Officer will advise and support senior management on issues relating to all aspects of UNFPA’s new cooperation with the Government of Bulgaria. ; he/she will also ensure effective and timely backstopping to EECARO, including keeping the Regional Director fully informed on effective and smooth interaction and collaboration on final practical arrangements. Key functions include: • External and internal liaison • Advisory services Requirements: Master's degree or preferably a PhD from a recognized university, in population/demography, economics, public health, statistics and/or other related social science field; 8 to 10 years of professional experience; preferably in programme/project management, policy planning, and at least 5-8 years in development; Experience working with a UN Agency or NGO; Experience of working with the Ministry of Health and other Governmental institutions in Bulgaria; Ability to work with minimum supervision; Strong communication skills; Fluency in written and spoken English, especially solid writing skills are essential. Interested applicants shall consult the Terms of Reference for the position at:....(link) Please submit applications in English including letter of interest, detailed CV, references if available, quoting the reference code by e-mail: registry.bg@undp.org . No telephone inquiries will be answered. Closing date for receipt of applications: 4 May 2012. Only short listed applicants will be contacted. SPECIAL NOTE: Please note that applicants applying for UNFPA post located in Bulgaria must have a valid Residence Permit or Bulgarian Permanent Residency or Citizenship. Applicants must pass a written substantive assessment and a competency-based interview in order to be eligible to be appointed against the post. We will only be able to respond to those applicants in whom UNFPA has a further interest. Notice: There is no application, processing or other fee at any stage of the application process. UNFPA does not solicit or screen for information in respect of HIV or AIDS and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.

Bulgarian Libraries – Access Points to Information and Communication for All Short Tile: “Glob@l Libraries Bulgaria” (GLB) - www.glbulgaria.bg – internationally co-funded programme on ICT for development via Bulgaria’s public libraries, led by the Ministry of Culture and implemented by the United Nations Development Programme - Seeks to employ a qualified individual to work full-time at the Programme Management Unit (PMU) based in Sofia: Portal Specialist (REF. PS – GLB) Role description: Member of the PMU’s Advocacy and Services Department, reporting to the PR and Advocacy Manager. Assumes overall responsibility for the quality and effectiveness of the existing GLB web portal - including daily functioning, technical maintenance and upgrades, bi-lingual (Bulgarian/English) content management, launch of new on-line/e-learning services, strategic and business development, training of portal users. Maintains / expands GLB’s social media presence. Summary of requirements: successful track record in web portal management; advanced computer and web literacy; analytical thinking; attentiveness to detail; fluent oral and written expression abilities in Bulgarian and in English; excellent drafting and text editing skills; keen interest in ICT for development; experience with web and online trends (e-learning, social media, blogging, web usability); team-work orientation; self-starter attitude. Interested applicants shall consult the Terms of Reference for the position at: http://glbulgaria.bg/en/node/6325. Please submit letter of interest and detailed CV in English, quoting REF. PS – GLB, via e-mail at: registry.bg@undp.org or via post to: UNDP Office in Bulgaria, 2 Ivan Denkoglu St., 1040 Sofia. Telephone inquiries not accepted. Applications closing: 17:00 hrs, 12 April 2012. Short-listed applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Конкурс за обучители по „Застъпничество, набиране на средства и разработване на проекти” Програма "Глоб@лни библиотеки - България", съвместна инициатива на Министерство на културата и Програма на ООН за развитие, набира допълнителни кандидати за обучители по Направление 5 „Застъпничество, набиране на средства и разработване на проекти”. Повече информация за обучителната програма на „Глобални библиотеки – България” ще намерите на http://www.glbulgaria.bg/bg/node/292 Изискванията към кандидатите са посочени в Заданието за обучител: Български http://www.glbulgaria.bg/bg/node/6239 Английски http://www.glbulgaria.bg/en/node/6240 Изпращайте подробно CV и мотивационно писмо на български език до 17.00 ч. на 23.03.2012 г. (петък) на: training@glbulgaria.net. Екипът на програмата ще се свърже само с избраните кандидати, с които ще бъде проведено интервю.

Bulgarian Libraries – Access Points to Information and Communication for All (“Glob@l Libraries Bulgaria” - GLB) www.glbulgaria.bg – internationally co-funded programme on ICT for development via Bulgaria’s public libraries, led by the Ministry of Culture and implemented by the United Nations Development Programme - seeks to employ qualified individuals for full-time vacancies at the Programme Management Unit (PMU) based in Sofia: 1. Deputy Program Manager - Operations (REF. DPM-O – GLB) Role description: Key PMU member, reporting to the Program Manager. Manages all GLB operations ensuring adherence to the UNDP planning, implementation and reporting procedures. Guides the procurement, contracting and finance activities in all program components. Summary of requirements: relevant university degree; successful track record in a similar position; strategic thinker; excellent analytical abilities; highly numerical; detail-oriented; able to produce complex document packages; excellent communication and coordination skills; teamwork orientation; ability to work independently with minimum supervision; excellent computer literacy; fluency in Bulgarian and in English. 2. Finance Manager (REF. FM – GLB) Role description: Key member of the Operations Department, reporting to the DPM-O. Responsible for all matters of project finance planning, management and reporting, as well as full program costing (total cost of ownership calculations). Ensures adherence of GLB’s finance operations to the UNDP financial rules and procedures. Summary of requirements: relevant university degree; proven track record in complex project finance management; excellent planning, formulation, analytical and reporting skills; detail-oriented and highly numerical, excellent computer literacy; effectiveness under pressure; good communicator; teamwork orientation; fluency in Bulgarian and in English. Detailed Terms of Reference for the two positions are available at: http://glbulgaria.bg/en/node/6226. Please submit letter of interest and detailed CV in English, quoting the respective REF. code, via e-mail at: registry.bg@undp.org or via post to: UNDP Office in Bulgaria, 2 Ivan Denkoglu St., 1040 Sofia. Telephone inquiries not accepted. Applications closing: 17:00 hrs; 20 March 2012. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Project 00071115: ‘Bulgarian Libraries – Access Points to Information and Communication for All’ Program (Glob@l Libraries – Bulgaria Program), a joint initiative of the Ministry of Culture and the United Nations Development Programme, ANNOUNCES A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR SOFTWARE SUPPORT SERVICES FOR ICT EQUIPMENT AT 960 PUBLIC LIBRARIES (Ref. No RFP/BGR/00071115/001/2012) UNDP seeks to identify a Contractor to act as a first point of contact with the 960 target libraries under the program for any issues that a given library encounters in its daily operation with the ICT equipment and to carry out the software support services. Participation in this procurement procedure is open on equal terms to Bulgarian and to foreign legal entities that meet the eligibility requirements, qualifications and conformity to the solicitation documents. Official language of the procedure: English Deadline for receipt of proposals: 16:00 h, Sofia, Bulgaria time on 24 February 2012. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Address for submission of proposals: UNDP, 2 Ivan Denkoglu Street, floor 5, Sofia 1040, Bulgaria The solicitation documents are available for download at www.undp.bg and www.glbulgaria.bg

Project 00056192: Demonstration Project for the Renovation of Multifamily Buildings REQUEST FOR QUOTATION for installation of a solar water heating system for domestic use on the residential building in Zaharna fabrika Complex, block 11, Sofia № RFQ/BGR/00056192/2011/03 Official language of the procedure: Bulgarian Address for submission of bids: UNDP Bulgaria Office, 2 Ivan Denkoglu Str., Sofia 1000. Deadline for submission of bids: 12:00 hrs on 10/01/2012. Late bids shall be rejected. Bids shall remain valid for 90 days after the date of submission. The full RFQ documentation will be available for download from the following web sites on 20/12/2011: www.mrrb.government.bg; www.undp.bg; www.obnovendom.com

Project 00056192: Demonstration Project for the Renovation of Multifamily Buildings INVITATION TO BID IN AN OPEN PROCEDURE FOR THE AWARD OF RENOVATION WORKS No.: ITB/BGR/00056192/2011/01 We hereby solicit your bid for the implementation of renovation works on one multifamily building located in Gotze Delchev, Pencho Slaveykov str., bl. 18, entr. B The full ITB documentation will be available for download from the following web sites on 29/04/2011: www.mrrb.government.bg; www.undp.bg; www.obnovendom.com. The ITB documentation will be also available free of charge at the following address: 113 Knyaz Boris I Str., ent. 2, fl.2, apt.10, Sofia, Bulgaria between 09:30 and 17:00. Deadline for submission of proposals: 12:00 hrs on 20.05.2011 (Friday). Address for submission of proposals: UNDP Bulgaria Office, 2 Ivan Denkoglu Str., Sofia 1000. Offers shall remain valid for 90 days after the date of bid submission. Official language of the procedure: Bulgarian/English

ПОКАНА ЗА УЧАСТИЕ В КОНКУРСНА ПРОЦЕДУРА ЗА ВЪЗЛАГАНЕ НА СТРОИТЕЛЕН НАДЗОР Конкурсна процедура № RFQ/BGR/00056192/2011/01: Изпълнение на строителен надзор на следните обособени позиции: Обособена позиция № 1 (включва общо 9 сгради - 4 сгради в гр. София; 4 сгради в гр. Благоевград; 1 сграда в гр. Гоце Дечев) Обособена позиция № 2 (включва общо 7 сгради в гр. Смолян) Обособена позиция № 3 (включва общо 6 сгради - 1 сграда в гр. Варна; 2 сгради в гр. Стара Загора; 1 сграда в гр. Ямбол; 1 сграда в гр. Габрово; 1 сграда в гр. Панагюрище) Официален език на процедурата: Български Адрес за подаване на оферти: София 1040; ул. „Иван Денкоглу” № 2; етаж 5; Офис на ПРООН в България Краен срок за подаване на оферти: 4 април 2011 – 12:00 часа. Оферти, получени след крайния срок, няма да бъдат разглеждани. Валидност на офертите: 120 дни, считано от крайния срок за подаване на оферти. Пълният текст на поканата и на конкурсната документация ще бъдат публикувани на 18 март 2011 г. на следните интернет страници: www.mrrb.government.bg; www. undp.bg; www.obnovendom.com

PREPARATION OF STUDY FOR VALORIZATION OF NATURAL VALUES OF MULTIPURPOSE AREA “JASEN”

Project 00071115: ‘Bulgarian Libraries – Access Points to Information and Communication for All’ Program (Glob@al Libraries – Bulgaria Program) announces A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Subject: IMPACT ASSESSMENT BASELINE STUDY (Ref. No RFP/BGR/00071115/001/2010) The objective of Glob@l Libraries – Bulgaria (www.glbulgaria.bg) is to provide easy and equitable access to information, knowledge, communications and electronic services in public libraries via free use of the Internet and other information and communication technologies. In the period 2010-2013, the program shall enable the use of ICT equipment and Internet by visitors at 900 public libraries in towns and villages countrywide. Approximately 3,000 librarians will be trained in computer literacy, library service delivery and library management. The successful implementation and long-term sustainability of the program need a system for ongoing assessment of progress and results, and for tracking of the identified success indicators. The program outputs, outcomes, objectives and desired impact together with the respective indicators are organized in an Impact Planning and Assessment Framework (IPAF). The present invitation is to request proposals for baseline study implementation to measure the initial values of all IPAF indicators in the target libraries at the outset of the program. Participation in this procedure is open on equal terms to Bulgarian and foreign legal entities. Official language of the procedure: English Deadline for receipt of the proposals: 12:00 p.m., Sofia, Bulgaria time on 2 August 2010. Proposals received after the deadline will not be considered. Address for submission of the proposals: Ms. Maria Zlatareva, Officer-in-Charge, 2 Denkoglu Str., Sofia 1000, UNDP Bulgaria The full Request for Proposal package is available for download at www.glbulgaria.bg

UNDP Bulgaria is looking for one international consultant to conduct a final evaluation of project “Integrating Global Environmental Issues into Bulgaria’s Regional Development Process (Rio Conventions Project). The International Team Leader will work in a team with a National Consultant. The Evaluation shall be carried out in accordance with the UNDP-GEF Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) policy, available on-line at: http://www.undp.org/gef/monitoring/policies.html. It is expected to provide professional assessment of the project implementation successfulness against the set objectives and indicators, including contribution of the project to achieving global environmental benefits. The evaluation will also collate and analyze lessons learn and best practices obtained during the period of the project implementation that can be further taken into consideration during development and implementation of other GEF projects in Bulgaria and elsewhere in the world. Interested consultants shall have prior experience in evaluating similar projects. Former cooperation with GEF is an advantage. Other requirements which would be taken in mind when evaluating potential candidates include: (i) Recent experience with result-based management evaluation methodologies; (ii) Experience applying participatory monitoring approaches; (iii) Experience applying SMART indicators and reconstructing or validating baseline scenarios; (iv) Recent knowledge of the GEF Monitoring and Evaluation Policy; (v) Recent knowledge of UNDP’s results-based evaluation policies and procedures (vi) Competence in Adaptive Management, as applied to capacity development natural resource management, spatial planning and regional development projects; (vii) Recognized expertise in the cross-cutting area of environmental protection and regional development / spatial planning; (viii) Familiarity with regional development, spatial planning policies and administrative-territorial division in Bulgaria is an asset; (ix) Demonstrable analytical skills; (x) Work experience in relevant areas (regional development and spatial planning, environmental management and planning, SEA) for at least 10 years; (xi) Experience with multilateral or bilateral supported capacity development projects; (xii) Project evaluation experiences within United Nations system will be considered an asset; (xiii) Excellent English communication skills. The International Team Leader must be independent from both the policy-making process and the delivery and management of assistance. Therefore, applications will not be considered from evaluators who have had any direct or indirect involvement with the design or implementation of the project. The independent final evaluation shall be carried out in the period 5 July – 3 September 2010 for a total of 15 working days, including 4 in-country. Detailed Terms of Reference for the assignment can be found at: http://www.undp.bg/tenders.php and http://www.rioconventions.org/en/Assignments.html. Please send your application via email containing the following information: a recent CV; a brief outline of the evaluation approach and methodology; period of availability, a proposed budget for the assignment implementation to: evaluation@rioconventions.org. Application deadline: 27 June 2010.