REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Individual Consultant Selection Ethiopian Statistical Service (ESS) Reference No.: ET-ESS-574164-CS-INDV Hiring of Social Safeguards Specialist The Ethiopian Statistical Service (ESS) intends to recruit a Social Safeguards Specialist under the Modernizing Ethiopia's Statistical System Project (MESSP) Preparation Grant , financed by the World Bank. The Social Safeguards Specialist will support the implementation of social risk management, stakeholder engagement, grievance redress, labour management, inclusion, and SEA/SH prevention activities under MESSP in accordance with the World Bank Environmental and Social Framework (ESF) and applicable national laws. The position will help ensure that social risks are proactively identified, monitored, reported, and addressed, and that project activities are implemented in a manner that is inclusive, transparent, and consistent with the project's social commitments. Duty Station: ESS Headquarters, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Reporting: The Social Safeguards Specialist will report to the Project Manager. Contract Duration: Full-time assignment. The contract shall commence upon recruitment and cover the project preparation phase and subsequent implementation period. The initial contract period shall be one (1) year, renewable annually based on satisfactory performance and project requirements. Minimum Qualification Requirements Interested candidates should possess: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Sociology, Social Work, Development Studies, Anthropology, Law, or a related field. Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in social safeguards or social development. Demonstrated experience implementing the World Bank Environmental and Social Framework (ESF), with specific knowledge of ESS2 (Labour and Working Conditions) and ESS10 (Stakeholder Engagement and Information Disclosure). Experience in institutional capacity, digital transformation, or statistical projects will be an added advantage. Knowledge of stakeholder engagement and grievance management systems. Familiarity with Labour Management Procedures (LMP) and occupational health and safety requirements applicable to office and government project environments. Strong communication, facilitation, and report-writing skills. Experience working with government institutions and communities. Fluency in English and Amharic. The detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) can be obtained from the Ethiopian Statistical Service (ESS) upon request. The consultant will be selected using the Selection of Individual Consultants (INDV) method in accordance with the World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers . Submission Requirements Interested candidates shall submit: An Expression of Interest (EOI); Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV); and Supporting documents demonstrating relevant qualifications and experience. Deadline for Submission: 10 Nov, 2026 at 5:30 PM (Ethiopia Time) Subject Line: Expression of Interest - Social Safeguards Specialist - ET-ESS-574164-CS-INDV Procurement Contact Ayalew Dejene Ethiopian Statistical Service (ESS) Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Email: [email protected] Tel: +251 962331133 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Individual Consultant Selection Ethiopian Statistical Service (ESS) Reference No.: ET-ESS-574165-CS-INDV The Ethiopian Statistical Service (ESS) intends to recruit an ICT Specialist under the Modernizing Ethiopia's Statistical System Project (MESSP) Preparation Grant , financed by the World Bank. The ICT Specialist will provide technical leadership and support for the planning, implementation, coordination, and monitoring of ICT modernization and digital transformation activities under MESSP, including software development, enterprise data systems, interoperability solutions, application security, data integration, statistical dissemination platforms, and technology-enabled statistical operations. Duty Station: ESS Headquarters, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Reporting: The ICT Specialist will report to the Project Manager of MESSP and technically report to the CEO, Information Systems Technology and ICT Infrastructure of ESS. Contract Duration: Full-time assignment. The initial contract period shall be one (1) year, renewable annually based on satisfactory performance and project requirements. The consultant will support both the project preparation and implementation phases. Minimum Qualification Requirements Interested candidates should possess: Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Data Engineering, Cyber Security, or a related field. Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant professional experience in software systems development, application modernization, data engineering, enterprise information systems, or digital transformation initiatives. Demonstrated experience in large-scale software modernization projects, enterprise data platforms, systems integration, interoperability frameworks, API architecture, and secure data exchange solutions. Proven experience in frontend and backend software development technologies, including modern development frameworks and cloud-based systems. Experience with donor-funded ICT projects, preferably World Bank-financed projects, will be an advantage. Strong knowledge of cyber security, DevSecOps, enterprise architecture, data governance, metadata standards, cloud technologies, and modern software development practices. The detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) can be obtained from the Ethiopian Statistical Service upon request. The consultant will be selected using the Selection of Individual Consultants (INDV) method in accordance with the World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers . Interested candidates shall submit: An Expression of Interest (EOI); Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV); and Supporting documents demonstrating relevant qualifications and experience. Deadline for Submission: 10 Nov 2026 at 5:30 PM (Ethiopia Time) Subject Line: Expression of Interest - ICT Specialist - ET-ESS-574165-CS-INDV Procurement Contact Ayalew Dejene Ethiopian Statistical Service (ESS) Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Email: [email protected] Tel: +251 962331133 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Ethiopian Statistical Service
Ethiopia
10 Nov 2026(20d)
World Bank Procurement NoticesRequest for Expression of Interest
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Individual Consultant Selection Ethiopian Statistical Service (ESS) Project: Modernizing Ethiopia's Statistical System Project (MESSP) - Preparation Grant for Modernizing Ethiopia's Statistical System Project Project ID: P516394 | Grant No.: E6970-ET Assignment Title: Hiring Logistics & Office Assistant Reference No.: ET-ESS-574171-CS-INDV The Ethiopian Statistical Service (ESS) has received financing from the World Bank and intends to apply part of the proceeds to recruit an Administration and Logistics Assistant to support the Project Implementation Unit (PIU). The Assistant will provide administrative and logistical support for meetings, workshops, training, travel and field activities; procurement documentation; records and filing; asset and inventory management; stakeholder events; supervision missions; and other PIU operational requirements . Duration and Duty Station 18 months , full-time, at ESS Headquarters, Addis Ababa , subject to satisfactory performance and project requirements. Minimum Qualifications and Experience Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Public Administration, Secretarial Science, or a related field . Diploma holders with substantial relevant experience may also be considered. Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in administration, logistics, office management, project support, or related functions. Relevant experience in donor-funded/government projects, procurement support, asset management, travel coordination, training/workshop logistics, or field activities is desirable. Good communication, organizational, documentation, and Microsoft Office skills. Selection Method The consultant will be selected in accordance with the World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers - Selection of Individual Consultants (INDV) method. Submission of Expression of Interest Interested candidates shall submit an Expression of Interest and updated CV , including relevant qualifications and experience, electronically no later than: Deadline: Nov 10, 2026, at 5:30 PM (Ethiopia Time) Subject: Expression of Interest - Administration and Logistics Assistant - ET-ESS-574171-CS-INDV Procurement Contact Ayalew Dejene Ethiopian Statistical Service (ESS) Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Email: [email protected] Tel: +251 962331133 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Ethiopian Statistical Service (ESS) Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Individual Consultant Selection Ethiopian Statistical Service (ESS) Reference No.: ET-ESS-574160-CS-INDV Hiring of Environmental Safeguards Specialist The Ethiopian Statistical Service (ESS) intends to recruit an Environmental Safeguards Specialist under the Modernizing Ethiopia's Statistical System Project (MESSP) Preparation Grant , financed by the World Bank. The Environmental Safeguards Specialist will support environmental risk management and ensure compliance with the World Bank Environmental and Social Framework (ESF) and applicable national environmental regulations during MESSP preparation and implementation. The position will focus on environmental screening, monitoring of mitigation measures, occupational health and safety (OHS), e-waste management, environmental reporting, contractor compliance for civil works, and tracking environmental commitments under the project's environmental and social instruments. Duty Station: ESS Headquarters, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Reporting: The Environmental Safeguards Specialist will report to the Project Manager. Contract Duration: Full-time assignment. The contract shall commence upon recruitment and cover the project preparation phase and subsequent implementation period. The initial contract period shall be one (1) year, renewable annually based on satisfactory performance and project requirements. Minimum Qualification Requirements Interested candidates should possess: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resource Management, or a related field. Minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience in environmental safeguards, occupational health and safety (OHS) management, or environmental compliance. Demonstrated experience implementing environmental safeguards under World Bank ESF-financed projects is highly desirable; experience with institutional, digital transformation, or ICT-focused projects will be an added advantage. Knowledge of e-waste management standards and OHS requirements applicable to ICT and office environments. Knowledge of the World Bank Environmental and Social Framework (ESF), particularly ESS2 and ESS3, and Ethiopian environmental regulations. Experience in environmental monitoring and reporting. Strong analytical, communication, computer, and reporting skills. Fluency in English and Amharic. The detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) can be obtained from the Ethiopian Statistical Service (ESS) upon request. The consultant will be selected using the Selection of Individual Consultants (INDV) method in accordance with the World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers . Submission Requirements Interested candidates shall submit: An Expression of Interest (EOI); Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV); and Supporting documents demonstrating relevant qualifications and experience. Deadline for Submission: 10 Nov, 2026 G.C at 5:30 PM (Ethiopia Time) Subject Line: Expression of Interest - Environmental Safeguards Specialist - ET-ESS-574160-CS-INDV Procurement Contact Ayalew Dejene Ethiopian Statistical Service (ESS) Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Email: [email protected] Tel: +251 962331133 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.