Deadline: 31-May-2016 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)
To assist with this project, IFC is hiring Technical Consultants for conducting technical due diligence broadly comprising the following
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eConsultant2: Baseline Perception Survey on Competition Policy in Zambia
Deadline: 24-May-2016 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)
The World Bank Group (WBG) is providing support to strengthen the effectiveness of 
competition in Zambia. In line with this support, as well as ongoing support to the CCPC, the World Bank Group (WBG) intends to undertake a baseline perception survey on competition in Zambia. The survey is intended to set a baseline on the perceptions and understanding of competition law and policy by the business community (individual firms and business associations), government officials in charge of market regulation, civil society organizations (CSO), academia and consumers.
Short Term Consultant Agrifinance Specialist
Deadline: 20-May-2016 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)
Tasks will include: Sector and value chain mapping market intelligence, Business 
development, Project design, implementation and delivery. Establish client-specific agribusiness credit policies in conjunction with clients Credit Risk Management division and the Business Lines (MSME and Corporate/Wholesale Banking).
Monitor adoption of newly acquired skills and practices by clients and take corrective action or alternative approaches where required. Develop training materials and deliver training for clients on agriculture lending at entry and intermediate levels. Ensure consultation with all key client stakeholders and buy in from Senior Management.
Climate-Driven Water Scarcity
Climate-Driven Water Scarcity Could Hit Economic Growth by Up to 6 Percent in Some Regions, Says World Bank
WASHINGTON, May, 3 2016 – Water scarcity, exacerbated by climate change, could cost 
some regions up to 6 percent of their GDP, spur migration, and spark conflict, according to a new World Bank report released today.*
High and Dry: Climate Change, Water and the Economy, says the combined effects of growing populations, rising incomes, and expanding cities will see demand for water rising exponentially, while supply becomes more erratic and uncertain.
Launch of 2016 World Bank Group/Bloomberg Off-Grid Solar Market Trends Report
A lively read for companies, investors, governments, and other key players interested in 20160301_OffGridSolarTrendsReport
the opportunities and challenges presented by the dynamic off-grid solar market. The report tracks the groundbreaking technological advances and innovative business models which have emerged to transform the lives ofmillions through affordable modern solar energy services.
eConsultant2: Assessment of the Impact of IFC Investments in the Development of Oil and Gas Sector of Ghana
Deadline: 13-May-2016 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)
Assessment of the Impact of IFC Investments in the Development of Oil and Gas Sector of 
Ghana.This project aims to assess the jobs and GDP impact of IFC projects in oil and gas sector in Ghana. The project is funded by Lets Works funding window that aims to generate new methods and approaches to measure, understand, and strengthen the creation of more, better, and more inclusive jobs.
eConsultant2: Post program evaluation – Investment climate reform program financed by SECO
Deadline: 09-May-2016 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)
This is an assignment to conduct a post program evaluation for the investment climate reform projects financed by SECO in Africa. Continue reading
Upcoming events
We are almost half way through 2016 so to better prepare you for doing business with the World Bank we have updated the list of the ”most relevant” events for the Dutch private sector below.
We understand that it may be difficult to attend the events in person but not to worry the majority of the events will be broadcast by live stream.
Please email us if you plan on attending and with any questions you may have.
World Bank Raises 2016 Oil Price Forecast, Revises Down Agriculture Price Projections
Posted 26 April, 2016
WASHINGTON, April 26, 2016— Amid improving market sentiment and a weakening dollar, the World Bank is raising its 2016 forecast for crude oil prices to $41 per barrel from $37 per barrel in its latest Commodity Markets Outlook, as an oversupply in markets is expected to recede.
eConsultant: Supporting Resilience to Coastal Hazards in Vietnam
Deadline:20-May-2016 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)
The World Bank is in the initial stages of working with Vietnams Ministry of Agriculture 
and Rural Development for the identification of preparedness and risk reduction measures for coastal hazards. This assignment can be seen as a first step in establishing an overview. Later on, activities to come to design guidelines, feasibility studies and possibilities for Public Private Partnerships are foreseen
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