MINISTRY OF INDUSTRY

The Government of Jamaica has received a loan from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) to assist in financing the Information and Communications Technology Project (ICT). The ICT project is being implemented through the Ministry of Industry Technology Energy and Commerce (MITEC).

a) Strengthening of MITEC to enable it to play a leading role in increasing Jamaica’s e-readiness

The objective of the Community Outreach Component, that is, objective (c), is to enable low income persons to gain access to the opportunities that the internet opens up for communicating, learning, identifying employment, income generating activities, and improving community welfare.

MITEC is therefore seeking a Consultant to assist the Project Manager by initially engaging communities interested in establishing Community Access Points (CAPs). The incumbent will assist these communities to satisfy the requirements for assistance, monitor the progress being made by CAPs, conduct follow up visits, respond to verbal and written queries, deal with specific queries and perform related duties as directed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Individuals wishing to offer this service should possess a Bachelors Degree in Information Technology, Social Science or a related field with experience in working with Community Based Initiatives (CBI) or Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO).

The individual should be able to use software tools including MICROSOFT Word, Excel and Power Point. Familiarity with free and open source software such as Linux, Firefox, Open Office would be an asset.

EXPERIENCE

· At least three (3) years experience, understanding, and collaborating with CBI/NGO stakeholders.

DURATION

The consultancy is expected to commence in April, 2007. The Consultant’s participation is expected to be two (2) years.

SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS

Applications should be submitted no later than Friday, March 2, 2007 by 2.00 pm to the following address:

Project Manager

IDB Project Execution Unit

Ministry of Industry, Technology, Energy& Commerce

PCJ Building, 36 Trafalgar Rd., Kingston 10

Tel: 929-8990-9

Email: rgordon@mct.gov.jm

Electronic submissions will be accepted.

	MINISTRY OF INDUSTRY, TECHNOLOGY, ENERGY AND COMMERCE
GOJ/IDB Information and Communications Technology Project (LOAN No.1438/OC-JA) MITEC/2007/00038
COMMUNITY OUTREACH SPECIALIST The Government of Jamaica has received a loan from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) to assist in financing the Information and Communications Technology Project (ICT). The ICT project is being implemented through the Ministry of Industry Technology Energy and Commerce (MITEC). The objectives of the ICT project are structured in four components: a) Strengthening of MITEC to enable it to play a leading role in increasing Jamaica’s e-readiness b) Support for the increased use of ICT in the public sector c) Support for expanding internet access in low-income communities The objective of the Community Outreach Component, that is, objective (c), is to enable low income persons to gain access to the opportunities that the internet opens up for communicating, learning, identifying employment, income generating activities, and improving community welfare. MITEC is therefore seeking a Consultant to assist the Project Manager by initially engaging communities interested in establishing Community Access Points (CAPs). The incumbent will assist these communities to satisfy the requirements for assistance, monitor the progress being made by CAPs, conduct follow up visits, respond to verbal and written queries, deal with specific queries and perform related duties as directed. Applications for the Consultancy should come from IDB member countries. QUALIFICATIONS Individuals wishing to offer this service should possess a Bachelors Degree in Information Technology, Social Science or a related field with experience in working with Community Based Initiatives (CBI) or Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO). The individual should be able to use software tools including MICROSOFT Word, Excel and Power Point. Familiarity with free and open source software such as Linux, Firefox, Open Office would be an asset. EXPERIENCE · At least three (3) years experience, understanding, and collaborating with CBI/NGO stakeholders. · Project experience will be a distinct advantage. · Strong English Language communication skills DURATION The consultancy is expected to commence in April, 2007. The Consultant’s participation is expected to be two (2) years. SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS Applications should be submitted no later than Friday, March 2, 2007 by 2.00 pm to the following address: Project Manager IDB Project Execution Unit Ministry of Industry, Technology, Energy& Commerce PCJ Building, 36 Trafalgar Rd., Kingston 10 Tel: 929-8990-9 Email: rgordon@mct.gov.jm Electronic submissions will be accepted. Full details of the consultancy are available for download at RFP0038