Administration TA for 4 years — Improving Frontline Workers Performance in Education and Health Project

Dear Manuv, I would like to submit the information for the Expression of Interest (EOI) for the Technical Assistance (TA) position in Administration REQUEST FOR EXPRESS OF INTEREST Time-Based National Consultant for P osition of Project Management TA and Administration TA The Government of Lao PDR (GoL) has secured an International Development Association (IDA) credit of US$35 million from the World Bank to implement the Improving Frontline Workers Performance in Education and Health Project (P507442). The project aims to strengthen human capital by enhancing the performance and management of frontline workers in education and health sectors. It is aligned with the World Bank’s Country Partnership Framework (2023–2026) and national strategies, including the National Human Resources for Health Development Strategy and reforms under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MOHA). The project is expected to be approved on January12, 2026, and close on April 15, 2031. PDO: To enhance the performance of pre- and primary education and health frontline workers in Lao PDR. The project has four components: Component 1: Improving Pre- and Primary Education Frontline Workers Performance and Management (US$15 million TBC) Component 2: Improving Health Frontline Workers Performance and Management (US$15 million TBC) Component 3: Cross-cutting support for frontline worker management (MOHA) Component 4: Project management and implementation arrangement (US$ 2 million TBC) The project is being implemented by the Department of Planning and Finance (DPF), of the Ministry of Health (MOH) working through the Project in Vientiane. The consultants will report to the project director on day-to-day operational issues and will also be guided by the Project Director. In order to qualify for these positions, the candidates shall meet the following experience and competence requirements: Administration Technical Assistance Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Secretarial Studies, Office Management, Foreign Languages, or a related field. General Experience: Minimum 3 to 5 years of relevant professional experience in administrative, secretarial, or office management roles. Donor Project Experience: Experience working as an administrative assistant/officer within official development assistance (ODA) or World Bank-funded projects in Lao PDR is highly preferred. Technical & Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and standard office software/equipment, Strong organizational and records management skills. Languages & Communication: Good command of spoken and written Lao and basic-to-intermediate working proficiency in English. Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication skills, reliability, and the ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team. The Consultant will be selected in accordance with the “World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers”, July 2016, revised November 2017 and August 2018 and November2020 under Individual Consultants (IC) selection method. The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraph 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the said Regulations, setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. The Ministry of Health , Department of Planning and Finance, Improving Frontline Worker Performance in Education and Health Project, now invites interested applicants to submit the express of interest and provide information indicating that you are qualified to perform the services (curriculum vitae with expressions of interest and references). Interested Applicant may obtain further information at the address below. Expressions of interest must be delivered to the address below or no later than …………………… , 2026, 16:00 o’clock (submissions via email are also acceptable). Attention: Dr. Viengmany BOUNKHAM, Director General of Department of Planning and Finance, Ministry of Health Director of Improving Frontline Worker Performance in Education and Health Project E-mail address: ktbounkham@gmail.com; phon21tham@gmail.com; sengmonthaopv@hotmail.com; Phaythoun1010@gmail.com Authorized Signature Name: Dr. Viengmany BOUNKHAM, Title: Director General