National Trainings on STATA Package for Collection and Processing of Census and Surveys Data. — SADC Regional Statistics Project

SADC SECRETARIAT REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANTS SELECTION) COUNTRY: Botswana NAME OF PROJECT: SADC REGIONAL STATISTICS PROJECT (RSP) PROJECT ID: P175731 ASSIGNMENT TITLE: INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANCY TO UNDERTAKE CAPACITY BUILDING ON STATA IN FIVE (5) SADC MEMBER STATES AS A RESOURCE PERSON. BW-SADC-563171-CS-INDV REFERENCE NUMBER: SADC/5/2/466 DATE OF ISSUE: 20 October 2026 The SADC Secretariat, through the SADC Regional Statistics Project (RSP) (P175731), has received grant financing from the International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank. The Project Development Objective is to strengthen the institutional capacity of SADC to produce, disseminate and use quality statistics while increasing regional harmonisation and collaboration. Under the Project, SADC is implementing Component 1: Harmonisation, Quality and Dissemination of Core Social and Economic Statistics. In view of the above, the SADC Secretariat is undertaking several interventions aimed at strengthening the SADC Regional Statistical System (SRSS) and enhancing the production, quality, harmonisation, dissemination and use of regional statistics. These interventions include technical assistance and capacity building activities in priority statistical areas, including poverty statistics, statistical software and data processing, survey methodologies, national accounts, environment and climate change statistics, statistical communication, quality assurance and harmonised regional statistical guidelines. The SADC Secretariat intends to apply part of the proceeds of the grant towards the consulting services to undertake capacity building on Stata in five (5) SADC member states in support of the objectives of the Regional Statistics Project. The SADC Secretariate invites submissions from suitably qualified and interested individual consultants to conduct the training, recruited as individual consultants following World Bank Procurement Regulations dated September 2023. Title : Individual Consultant to undertake capacity building on Stata in five (5) SADC member states (1 Position) Accountable: Senior Officer, Research and Statistics Duration of Assignment: 12 months The Objectives of the Assignment The overall objective of this exercise is to enhance the capacity of Member States on collection, processing and analysis of census, surveys and administrative data. Specific objectives The specific objective of the assignment is to undertake a national training on STATA to five (5) SADC Member States National Statistics Offices to process and analyse censuses, surveys and administrative data, specific to each country. Furthermore, the objectives are also to: strengthen the technical capacity of National Statistics Offices staff in using STATA for advanced statistical analysis, focusing on Official Statistics. promote the use of do-files and automation techniques to improve efficiency, traceability, and standardization of analysis processes. assess the existing practices and use of STATA by the different departments of National Statistics Offices and encourage adoption of common methodologies across technical departments, ensuring coherence, quality, and statistical comparability Expected results The consultant is expected to achieve the following result: Strengthening technical capacity of National Statistics Offices in the management and processing of data from census and surveys using STATA; and Identification of gaps regarding use of STATA by the different departments of National Statistics Offices to roll out the gaps to close specific timelines and associated tasks. QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS This assignment is expected to be carried out by an individual consultant as the Master Trainer and there should be evidence of in-depth knowledge with statistical analysis software (STATA). The specific profile is provided below: Qualifications and Skills A minimum of master’s degree in statistics, economics, IT or related field Written and oral fluency in the English language is essential. Knowledge of French and/or Portuguese is an added advantage. Excellent oral and written communication, analytical, presentation and report writing skills in English Language. Excellent time management and organizational skills to prioritize workload and deliver needful during the training week. General Professional Experience The Expert Must have at least ten (10) years of experience using statistics analysis software STATA pertaining to Official Statistics. Specific Professional Experience Proven experience in statistical data processing and analysis, spatial analysis, modelling and data visualization using STATA for at least 3 major surveys for Official Statistics at national level; Experience in the design and implementation of training materials for the conduct of statistical data analysis training in Official Statistics using STATA; Extensive experience as a resource person in delivering at least 3 training on STATA at national level, particularly using household and census data. Duration of the assignment The Individual Consultant will be recruited for 12 months. Note: the 12 months is the duration of the assignment and not the number of days required to undertake it. It caters for coordination of work to be done by recipients of the assignment and to a certain extent, flexibility for the consultant to deliver on the outputs. Facilities to be provided by the Client For the expert working on this consultancy, the Contracting Authority shall facilitate visa entry in the member states hosting the workshop, if required. Location of Employment The assignment will involve traveling to five (5) SADC Member States. The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” dated September 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant Selection Method set out in the Procurement Regulations. Mode of Application Interested Individuals Consultants meeting the stated requirements should submit their Expressions of interest including updated detailed curriculum vitae (CVs) and copies of professional certificates must be delivered in a written form using a drag and drop electronic tender box by Thursday, 5th November 2026 on or before 00:00 hours, Botswana local time. No public opening will be heard. SADC Collab Link: https://collab.sadc.int/s/Gjobqm3gorKpAii Kindly note that only highly technically scored bidder will be contacted for negotiations meeting. VALIDITY OF THE TECHINICAL PROPOSAL Your Technical proposal should be valid for a period of 120 days from the date of deadline for submission. 12. Additional requests for information and clarifications can be made through the address below: The Procuring entity: SADC Secretariat Head of Procurement Unit Telephone: +267 364 1989 / 3951863 Fax: 3972848 E-mail: mmikuwa@sadc.int Copy to: zruth@sadc.int or tchabwera@sadc.int Annex 1- CURRICULUM VITAE (CV) Position Title and No. {e.g., K-1, INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT} Name of Expert: {Insert full name} Date of Birth: {day/month/year} Country of Citizenship/Residence Education: {List college/university or other specialized education, giving names of educational institutions, dates attended, degree(s)/diploma(s) obtained} ________________________________________________________________________ Employment record relevant to the assignment: {Starting with present position, list in reverse order. Please provide dates, name of employing organization, titles of positions held, types of activities performed and location of the assignment, and contact information of previous clients and employing organization(s) who can be contacted for references. Past employment that is not relevant to the assignment does not need to be included.} Period Employing organization and your title/position. Contact information for references Country Summary of activities performed relevant to the Assignment [e.g., May 2005-present] [e.g., Ministry of ……, advisor/consultant to… For references: Tel…………/e-mail……; Mr. Hbbbbb, deputy minister] Membership in Professional Associations and Publications: ___________________________________________________________________ Language Skills (indicate only languages in which you can work): ______________ ___________________________________________________________________ Adequacy for the Assignment: Detailed Tasks Assigned on Consultant’s Team of Experts: Reference to Prior Work/Assignments that Best Illustrates Capability to Handle the Assigned Tasks {List all deliverables/tasks as in REOI or TORS in which the Expert will be involved) Experts contact information: (e-mail …………………., phone……………) Certification: I, the undersigned, certify that to the best of my knowledge and belief, this CV correctly describes myself, my qualifications, and my experience, and I am available to undertake the assignment in case of an award. I understand that any misstatement or misrepresentation described herein may lead to my disqualification or dismissal by the Client, and/or sanctions by the Bank. {day/month/year} Name of Expert Signature Date