Operation and Maintenance/Sewage Treatment Plants Consultant (Open to Iraqi Nationals Only)

Job Description

The USAID Iraq Together/Ma’an (معاً) activity (Ma’an hereafter), supports select Iraqi government entities at the national, regional, provincial, and district levels to improve service delivery performance through the use of technology and process standardization while increasing the availability of and access to information, particularly related to public services. Ma’an also fosters improved and inclusive relationships and engagement between the Government and the communities they serve. Ma’an’s goal is more equitable, efficient, and sustainable public services.

Chemonics- USAID Iraq Together/Ma’an (معاً) activity (Ma’an hereafter) seeks an Operation & Maintenance/Sewage Treatment Plants Consultant based in Iraq-Baghdad with frequent travel to the other locations in Anbar, Najaf, and Basrah. The Operation & Maintenance/Sewage Treatment Plants Consultant Will Work with Sewage Directorates and Relevant Entities to Engage the Private Sector in the O&M of Existing Sewage Treatment Plants.

Responsibilities and Key Tasks of the Consultant:

Under this Scope of Work, the O&M of STPs consultant shall perform the following tasks:

Task 1: Work with Ma’an Team to Identify Specialized Team Selection Criteria.

The O&M of STPs consultant will consult with Objective (1) lead, sewage advisor, and field staff to develop a selection criterion for selecting specialized team members.

Task 2: Hold Introductory Meetings with Stakeholders to Introduce the Intervention obtain buy-in and Create a Specialized Team.

In coordination with Ma’an field team, The O&M of STPs consultant will hold meetings with relevant stakeholders to introduce Ma’an activity, the interventions, and the results that will be achieved upon the completion of the intervention. The O&M of STPs consultant will obtain buy-in from all the relevant stakeholders and will request the formation of a specialized team per a pre-defined selection criterion.

• In coordination with Ma’an field team, The O&M of STPs consultant and the procurement consultant will conduct a one-day workshop to provide orientation session on the approach of developing the TOR based on the instruction of MOP. The O&M of STPs will present the developed data collection tools related to the O&M of STP to be finalized in cooperation with a specialized team.
• In coordination with Ma’an field team, the O&M of STPs consultant will provide on-site technical support to the specialized team to start the data-gathering phase. The data gathering shall consist of all technical specifications, environmental regulations, and training requirements that is essential for the proper operation and maintenance of the equipment and facilities, including monitoring of sewage quality.

The O&M of STPs consultant in collaboration with the procurement consultant will conduct a 2-day workshop to support the specialized team to develop an effective TOR aiming to engage the private sector to take the role of O&M works for exiting STPs. This will involve also assessing the plants and analyze of the challenges and obstacles facing the existing STPs and how they will be improved.

Task 5: Support the Sewage Directorates and the Senior Official at the GOs to Develop the Appropriate Contractual Documents.

• The procurement consultant in collaboration with the O&M of STPs consultant will conduct a 2-day workshop to support the selected entities in developing the appropriate bidding documents in cooperating with the TOR developed in task 4 above. Ma’an team will support the relevant entities to introduce the appropriate model of the bidding documents for all the relevant entities (CCP, sewage directorates, and GOs in targeted provinces). Ma’an team will define a specific mechanism for the implementation and financing of the pilot STPs to engage the private sector in addressing the deficiencies in the O&M area.
• The procurement consultant will build the capacity of contracts departments’ staff at the GO in targeted provinces on bid announcement, bid analyses and awarding.

Task 6: Support the Sewage Directorates and Senior Officials in the GOs to Develop the TOR and Bidding Documents for the Selected STPs.

The O&M of STPs consultant will provide technical assistance to the targeted sewage directorates to develop specific TOR for the selected STPs. At the same time, the procurement consultant will provide technical assistance to contract departments in the GOs to develop the specific bidding documents for the selected STPs.

Task 7: Develop the Final Report.

The O&M of STPs consultant in collaboration with the procurement consultant will develop a final comprehensive report including all supporting documents developed during the implementation of the intervention. The report will include a general description of the developed Term of Reference (TOR). The report will highlight achievements and results accomplished for each task, recommendations and next steps, challenges, lessons learned, and proposed future interventions (if any). The report should be submitted in English.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required; master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience working in the operation and maintenance area of sewage treatment plants.
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge with the operation and maintenance of sewage treatment plants.
• Prior experience working with the provincial sewage directorates to conduct an assessment and improving the operation and maintenance of sewage treatment plants.
• Demonstrate good knowledge in the Ministry of Planning’s instruction regarding the development of the term of reference (TOR).
• Minimum four (4) years’ experience with a USAID or other donor funded projects is strongly preferred.
• Overall Iraq contextual knowledge with demonstrated ability to communicate clearly with stakeholders.
• Clear and concise communication approach both orally and in writing, and lead presentations, trainings, and effective meetings with stakeholders.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Full professional proficiency in Arabic is required and good English language skills is desired.

Duty Station:

The local STTA O&M of STPs consultant will be based in Baghdad with frequent travel to various locations in Anbar, Najaf, and Basrah. Under this SOW, Ma’an will cover all other indirect implementation costs, including air and ground transportation, and phone communications. This position is open to Iraqi nationals residing in Iraq-Baghdad.

EEO Statement

Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.

Note: This position is open until filled.

About the Organization

Chemonics International is a global consulting firm promoting economic growth and higher living standards in developing countries. Our experience in 135 countries has taught us to value solutions that are multi-disciplinary, that incorporate diverse voices and local needs, and that integrate strategies and innovations from many sectors. Our fundamental goal is to achieve substantial and lasting impact - to make a difference in people's lives.