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  1. Introduction

Governance and Policy Project Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (GPP-KP) aims to contribute to foster development activities by managing Public Investment without compromising on achieving Provincial development goals and objectives in compliance with the provincial development strategy, “Azam e Nu Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 2020”.

GPP-KP under the guidance of the Planning and Development Department, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa developed the PIM Action Plan (PIM-AP) with the technical assistance of the World Bank and PIM Working Group. Improvement in Public Investment Management (PIM) is a prime mover initiative of the Governance & Policy Project (GPP) to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of public investment for socio-economic development in KPK.

The government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa adopted Public Investment Management Action Plan in December 2020. Implementation of the PIM Action Plan is crucial for the P&DD so that the recommended and approved actions/activities are translated into actions for visible change in the planning process, project cycle, decision making, human and institutional capacity, etc. For this purpose, the Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in November has notified a “PIM Core Committee” for strategic guidance, approval of the PIM Action Plan, and oversee implementation of the actions and activities envisaged in the Action Plan. PIM Core is headed by the Additional Chief Secretary with the representation of relevant line departments while PIM Unit will be the Secretariat of the PIM Core Committee.

P&DD with the support of GPP-KP has established the “PIM & Governance Reform Unit” for implementation of the PIM Action Plan. The main objective of the Unit is to improve the quality of social and economic infrastructure in the province and to maximize the efficiency of public investment through better project selection and management of investment expenditure. Following are concurrent objectives of the Unit: a) Facilitate improved project design and project implementation that matches the overall development objectives of the government; b) Create greater impact of public investment on economic growth; c) Create greater levels of capacity for transparency and accountability in the design, implementation, and assessment of public investments; d) Advance careers of the public sector planning & development professionals by imparting training in PCM and e) Strengthen monitoring and evaluation practices for assessment of results and real-time decision making. The Unit is placed in the Chief Economist Office being the prime decision-making body to describe and guide how the ADP is planned, executed, and monitored for economic development, policy formulation, regulation, and implementation.

The GPP intends to hire services of a full-time Research Officer on a contract basis who will be placed in PIM & Governance Reform Unit, P&D Department and report to the Chief Economist, P&DD through PIM Consultant-II and liaise with Governance Specialist/PIM Lead, GPP-KP for technical support pertaining to public policy, institutional development, decision making for Improved Public Investment Management and implementation of PIM Action Plan. 

  1. Objective:

Ensure implementation of PIM Action plan and assist the senior team of PIM & Governance Reform Unit in the area of Public Policy, Institutional Development, and Public Investment Management.

  1. Scope of Services (Roles and Responsibilities)  
    1. Assist PIM Consultant-I and GPP in preparation of  Capacity Building plans for the P&DD and Planning Cells of Line Department;
      1. Assist GPP-KP in implementation of annual work plans;
    2. Maintain a record of the PIM Core Committee; 
    3. Preparation of special reports assigned by the Chief Economist, P&DD and GPP;
    4. Any other assignment given by the senior management.

1.      Contribute in implementation of the approved actions/activities envisaged in the PIM Action Plan;

2.      Under the guidance of PIM Consultant-II undertake robust monitoring of the PIM Action Plan and take measures to address issues if arise during implementation or processes of the approved actions/activities;

3.      Since PIM Action Plan is a live document, changes and revision of the PIM Action Plan will be undertaken and present to PIM Core Committee for review and approval;

4.      Mapping of reform initiatives, studies and other relevant documents conducted in past for the institutional improvement of P&D Department and study best practices of other provinces;

7.      Assist the Consultants to conduct primary and secondary research for gathering evidence for defining policy problems and developing policy alternatives in line with the priorities of GoKP and the objectives of PIM Action Plan.

8.      Propose evidence-based ‘best practices’ from local or global sources applicable to the future projects for maximizing gains through effective implementation and optimized impact

9.      Scan for and remain abreast of key governance reforms and innovations, including ongoing and pipeline projects in various sectors

 

  1. Qualifications and Experience
  • Degree (16 years) in Economics/ Development Economics/ Business Administration/MBA/MPA/social sciences or relevant degree from a recognized institution
  • At least 05 years’ public sector experience in development planning, public investment, project management, public sector projection & budgeting, administration and coordination.
  • Three years’ experience of projects/organization working on reforms
  • Command in MS Office and IT uses are required
  • High standards of personal integrity.
  • Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to work in a collaborative environment.

 

  1. Institutional Arrangements and Reporting: 

The Consultant will be based at PIM & Governance Reform Unit, Planning and Development Department Peshawar. He/she shall report to the Chief Economist, Planning and Development Department, Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa through Consultant-II and liaise with the Governance Specialist, GPP-KP on technical matters.

  1. Contract Duration

Up to one year, extendable till the life of GPP-KP upon satisfactory performance dully recommended by the supervisor.