International Consultancy for the Definition and Implementation of Biennial Training, Capacity Building and ICT Integration Programs for CNOESP and Surveillance Teams under the One Health Approach — Health Security Program in Western and Central Africa

REPUBLIC OF CABO VERDE MINISTÉRIO DAS FINANÇAS UNIDADE DE GESTÃO DE PROJETOS ESPECIAIS REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (CONSULTING SERVICES – Individual Consultants) COUNTRY: CABO VERDE PROJECT: Health Security Project in West and Central Africa Credit No.: TF-C4266 PROJECT ID No.: P179078 Notice Number: REOI – 051/HSP/UGPE Date: May 29, 2026 Date de Extension: June 17, 2026 Assignment Title: International Consultancy for the Definition and Implementation of Biennial Training, Capacity Building and ICT Integration Programs for CNOESP and Surveillance Teams under the One Health Approach. 1.The Government of the Republic of Cabo Verde has received from the International Development Association – IDA/ World Bank (hereafter named “World Bank”), a Credit (hereinafter called “Credit”) toward the costs of the Health Security Project in West and Central Africa and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The objective of this Project is to increase regional collaboration and health system capacities to prevent, detect and respond to health emergencies in Cabo Verde. 2.The objective of this Consulting Service (“the Service”) – is to support the Government of Cabo Verde in the definition and implementation of biannual training, capacity building and integration programs of information and communication technologies (ICT) for CNOESP and surveillance teams in the context of the "One Health" approach. 3.The detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) for the assignment can be requested by the email address below, from 8:00 AM until 4:00 PM (local time), during working days, or can be found published at the following websites: https://www.mf.gov.cv/web/mf/outras-publicacoes / Concursos - UGPE 4.The Unidade de Gestão dos Projetos Especiais (UGPE) now invites eligible individual consultants (Consultant) to express their interest in providing this service. Interested individuals consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services. A Letter of Interest duly signed and updated Curriculum Vitae indicating namely, description of similar assignments, experience and contact references in similar service are required. 5.To be selected, the individual Consultant must have the following qualifications: Academic qualifications: a)Minimum level of a master's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Systems Management, Health IT or related areas. Professional Experience: a)Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in managing training projects in the health sector, in the definition and implementation of training programs under the "One Health" approach, preferably in contexts of emergency operations or ICT in health. b)In-depth knowledge of the structure and functioning of Health Emergency Operations Centers and/or the challenges of implementing ICT in health systems. c)Proven experience in the development of training references, curricula and pedagogical materials for adults in the area of human, animal and environmental health. d)Work experience in Cabo Verde or other Portuguese-speaking African Countries (PALOP) will be a strong asset. Technical Skills: a)Mastery of project management tools. b)Proven competence in effectively using leading Microsoft Office applications and online communication tools, including Zoom. c)Facilitation, multisectoral coordination, communication and technical writing. d)Excellent writing and communication skills. e)Proficiency in Portuguese (written and oral). f)Leadership and teamwork skills. 6.The attention of interested firms is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers”, dated July and revised on September 2025 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest published on the World Bank website. 7.An individual consultant will be selected under the Individual Consultant Selection (ICS) method set out in the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers”, July 2016 edition, revised on September 2025. 8.Interested Individual Consultants may obtain further information in written format, only through the emails address below, from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. (local time), during working days. Email: Ailine.fernandes@mf.gov.cv ; Karine.tavares@mf.gov.cv; Adilma.silva@gov.cv C/c : Nuno.gomes@mf.gov.cv; Bruno.Santos@mf.gov.cv 9.Expressions of interest must be delivered in the English, to the address below, or by e-mail indicating the title of the assignment and the name of the project, by June 24 , 2026 . Unidade de Gestão de Projetos Especiais | Ministério das Finanças Attn: Nuno Gomes – UGPE Coordinator Avenida Amilcar Cabral, Ex. Edifício do BCV, 4º Andar, Plateau, Cidade da Praia, Cabo Verde, C.P. nº 145, República de Cabo Verde Email: Ailine.fernandes@mf.gov.cv ; Karine.tavares@mf.gov.cv; Adilma.silva@gov.cv C/c : Nuno.gomes@mf.gov.cv; Bruno.Santos@mf.gov.cv 10.Expressions of interest received after the deadline will not be considered . 11.The UGPE reserves the right to annul the tender process at any time prior to Contract Award, without thereby incurring any liability.