Market Research Consultant Tender in Somalia - 27824045

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Country: Somalia

Summary: Market Research Consultant

Deadline: 30 Oct 2018

Posting Date: 22 Oct 2018

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Notice Type: Tender

TOT Ref.No.: 27824045

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Competition: ICB

Financier: Other Funding Agencies

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79310000 - Market research services

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Tender Details

Tenders are invited for Market Research Consultant.
Under the guidance of the Senior Somalia/land Programme Manager, the Consultant will be responsible for conducting detailedmarket research on DP World’s recent agreement to develop an economic free zone at the Port of Berbera. The Consultant will be tasked with identifying how DP World’s investment in the port will impact and alterSomaliland’s markets, which sectors will benefit and where new business opportunities are most likely to be created. The market research will specifically focus on the impact that the port’s development will have on Berbera’s fishing sector.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
The responsibilities and tasks include, but are not limited to:
Conduct in-depth and extensive market research on the current market of Berbera and greater Somaliland.

Analyse and assess the potential impact that DP World’s development of an economic free zone in the port of Berbera will have on the local and regional markets.

Identify which sectors are likely to benefit or suffer from the port development, with a specific focus on Berbera’s fishing sector.

Assess how the current job market will be impacted by the development of the Port of Berbera, specifically identifying in which sectors new business opportunities are most likely to be created.

Conduct interviews, where possible, with relevant stakeholders

Produce a high-quality market research report that analyses the current economic situation from all angles and considers all possible outcomesof DP World’s investment

Manage a half day dissemination workshop in Somalilandto present findings and brief on final report

Research Schedule
The proposed scoping study consists of 21 working days (including 2 travelling days)

The assignment should be carried out in a period of time to be defined with the consultant, ideally between 1st November – 30th

Requirements and Skills
Master’s Degree in economics, marketing research, marketing analytics, international business, statistic, international development, or any other related field

Sound understanding of the investment climate and opportunities in Somaliland

Demonstrable work experience in conducting and writing of market studies

Minimum of five years extensive experience in carrying out research reports and analysing case studies

Experience in conducting research for INGOs is preferable

Fluent in both English and Somali languages

Somali nationals preferred

How to apply?
If you are interested, please applywith the following:
1. Curriculum Vitae(in English) highlighting work experience and qualifications relevant to this consultancy.
2. Methodological proposal highlighting understanding of TORs, the proposed approach to the tasks
3. A detailed quotation in excel format
4. One sample of research/scoping study highlighting previous experience relevant to this consultancy
5. Full contact details of three references
Applications must be sent to https://vacancy.spark-online.org until 30th October 2018.
For questions please contact Majdalene Bentaher, [email protected] Market Research Consultant, Berbera Port – Somalia/land
All applications will be assessed on rolling basis; interviews can therefore take place before the application deadline. However, due to the large volume of applications we receive, we cannot respond to every applicant individually. There may be a delay between the deadline and the moment we contact selected applicants.

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