eC2:PPP VIABILITY STUDIES FOR 8 MUNICIPAL PROJECTS

Deadline: 22-Mar-2017 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)PPPs

Under the terms of this consultancy, it is envisioned that the consultant will support the relevant Contracting Authorities (CA) and undertake studies that will consider the projects in light of the economic, legal, financial, market, socio/environmental, affordability and value for money factors. The studies will allow the CA to determine the projects viability, whether they should pursue a PPP solution for the selected facilities, and what form of PPP should be developed.

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eC2: Lighting Asia – Bangladesh Consumer Education and Outreach Campaign Evaluation Audit

Deadline: 15-Mar-2017 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)light-bulb-297489_640

The objective of this assignment is to probe and develop in depth understanding of the impacts of the Surjobati campaign in creating knowledge, understanding and appreciation of quality verified off grid lighting products as a viable solution to the lighting needs of off-grid or semi off grid population of Bangladesh. Specific parameters that the impact assessment would be done on are a) Reach of the campaign and b) Effectiveness of the campaign. Continue reading

eC2:Guideline on Climate and Natural Disaster Resilience in Urban Rail Projects

Deadline: 13-Mar-2017 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)index

The objective of this consulting engagement is to support World Bank team in the development of a working paper on the incorporation of Climate and Natural Disaster Resilience measures in Urban Rail Projects. The working paper will support the development of Chapter 15 of the Guidebook titled Climate and Natural Disasters Resilience.

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eC2:Support for the PPP Institutional Framework and Development of the PPP Project Portfolio

Deadline: 14-Mar-2017 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)PPPs

The objectives of this technical assistance project for Burkina Faso are as follows:

  • assess and support the development of an enabling PPP institutional framework,
  • evaluate and review a portfolio of priority PPP projects, and
  • support the capacity building of key personnel in PPP ministries and agencies by means of training seminars.

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eC2:Firm for Data and Capacity Assessment of Selected Municipalities

Deadline: 07-Mar-2017 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)Data collections

The primary objective of this consultancy is to develop a comprehensive prioritized investment plan and policy strategy to enhance geospatial capacity going forward for municipalities across Nepal.

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eC2:Technology Partner Required for Conversational Two-way Text Message Intervention to Improve Financial Behaviour in Zambia

Deadline: 09-Mar-2017 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.) 

Mobile in Africa

DIME is a global program in the Banks Research Group that carries out Impact Evaluations (IEs) to test innovations and find solutions to make policy work. As a bridge between research and development operations, DIME provides a substantial knowledge contribution by generating high-quality evidence across a set of strategic development areas. The IE Text Messaging for Behavior Change in Zambia is part of the DIME program and aims to use a novel text-messaging-based intervention to: 1) identify behavioral barriers that lead to low engagement with formal financial services amongst those using the services; and 2) test strategies to help people overcome those barriers to increase engagement and financial security. To implement this IE, DIME is seeking proposals for a technology partner to operate a two-way conversational text-message system to improve savings account usage and improve loan repayment rates for financial sector clients in Zambia

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eC2:Consultancy for Program Review of Rwanda Program for Results Project

Deadline: 02-Mar-2017 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)ieg-pforrimage

The review team will be responsible for the following tasks.
Design the review including methodologies, triangulation systems and timetable. Produce and inception report (no longer than 10 pages)  A draft and report: Manage the process of the review (ensuring strong ownership on the part of all key stakeholders) Incorporate comments: Produce final review report which should be a maximum of 30 pages and include: a set of actionable recommendations for consideration in the design of any future P4R and ; a concise 2 page summary
Produce relevant presentations

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eC2:Development of curriculum and training materials for a PhD program in Educational Measurement and Evaluation

Deadline: 20-Mar-2017 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)index

The goal of the assignment is to develop an international level capacity for training of professionals at a Ph.D. level in Russia in Educational Measurement and Evaluation area. Specific objectives of the assignment are to establish a Ph.D. (Philosophy Doctor) program in Educational Measurement and Evaluation.

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eC2:Preparation of a National Transport & Logistics Policy and Strategy

Deadline: 14-Mar-2017 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)general-transport-mosaic-main

The overall objective of this assignment is to review and update the current Draft National Transport Policy and Strategy 2014, and include logistics and green transport policy and strategy elements, in order to produce a revised National Transport & Logistics Policy and Strategy. The revised policy and strategy is envisioned to be more holistic, and one that would set the directions as to how transport can contribute to the countrys economic development and competitiveness. This should be developed in support of the achievement of Governments Vision 2040 middle income status goal in an inclusive and sustainable manner.

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eC2:Identifying the Role of the Private Sector in Climate Change Adaptation in Honduras

Deadline: 28-Feb-2017 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)

Mongolia climate change and adaptation

The study will identify climate risks associated to the areas of intervention for the Pilot Program for Climate Resilience (PPCR) in the country that are relevant to the private sector (water management and infrastructure, agriculture and food security, meteorological knowledge management and climate data). Based on the identified risks, the study will consider how the private sector, including commercial banks, can protect themselves from those climate risks as well as deliver essential products and services to help communities and businesses tackle climate challenges. The study will also analyze the existing enabling environment and market barriers that prevent the private sector from engaging in climate adaptation. Moreover, the study will identify potential private sector investments.

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