National Consultants: Policy Paper Formulation on Free/Open Source Software and Open Standards use in public institutions of the Republic of Moldova(“Support for e-Governance Implementation” Project)

Background
The National Consultant in cooperation with the international consultant, based on international best practices, under the supervision of Project Manager, will formulate a Policy Paper on Free/Open Source Software and Open Standards use for the benefit of Moldova.

Summary of tasks:

Assess OS/FOSS use in Moldova
Conduct a number of consultations and discussions Develop the draft Policy Paper on OS/FOSS use in the Republic of Moldova
Develop the draft Action Plan on OS/FOSS implementation in public institutions

Qualifications and skills required:

Advanced university degree in computer science, public administration, governance, economics, and/or areas relevant for the assignment.
At least 5 years of experience in institutional organization and business management in complex environments, experience in strategic processes planning, project management, drafting reports, working with Government institutions.
In-depth knowledge and understanding of OS/FOSS, ICT, ICT4D, e-Governance development issues and relevant work experience.
Previous experience with e-Policy in OS/FOSS formulation is an asset.
Experience in project and programme implementation.
Knowledge and understanding of planning, policy development, analysis, and research.
Knowledge of the government institutions,
Full understanding of decision making processes and the ICT role in administrative and management processes.
Fluency in Romanian and English

Terms of Reference

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resumes with a cover letter, as well as a Financial Proposal (number of working months and fee per month) by June 26, 2007 by e-mail to registry.md@undp.org or by fax to 220041 with a mark: “OS/FOSS National Consultant”.

Only those short-listed will be contacted.