Contractor for Packaging Investible Projects with IPAs

Result of ServiceDuration of contract: Phase 1: 15 Feb 2025 – 31 Mar 2025 (1.5 Months) Phase 2: 01 May 2025 – 31 July 2025 (3 Months) Phase 3: 01 Sept 2025 – 31 Oct 2025 (2 Months) The contract may be extended to another phase 4, 5, and 6. Outputs to be delivered in digital copy and Service deliver on site. The performance will be evaluated based on - Successful delivery of output as indicated in the Terms of Reference (ToR). - Demonstrated expertise in design of communications material - Quality of communications and outreach products - Timely delivery of outputs Work LocationBangkok Expected duration6.5 months Duties and ResponsibilitiesMany investment promotion agencies (IPAs) are undergoing strategic reset in response to the coronavirus crisis, the changing geopolitical landscape as well as new investment trends and opportunities. IPAs around the world had to adapt and rethink traditional investment promotion strategies, FDI models, and priority sectors in which to target FDI to build back better and get back on a path towards sustainable development. A key part of this rethink has also been the shift towards packaging, vetting, and promoting investible opportunities. In this context, ESCAP has been supporting the ASEAN Secretariat in developing and implementing the ASEAN Regional Investment Promotion Action Plan, which is aimed at promoting ASEAN as one destination for investment in green transition sectors. This project is being funded through the UK Mission to ASEAN. The ASEAN Green Investment Catalyst programme, associated with ASEAN-UK GTF, a project specifically targeting the implementation of the RIPAP, and boosting institutional capacity and project offerings of investment promotion agencies regionally and nationally to attract investment in green transition sectors This ToR is for an IC to work with the Economic Affairs Officer of TIID to support the implementation of the RIPAP and to develop relevant knowledge products for the RIPAP and the ASEAN Green Investment Catalyst Project. Additionally, the contractor should work with the Economic Affairs Officer to implement the FDI to boost exports in Central Asia project. Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Economic Affairs Officer, Innovation, Enterprise and Investment Section of the Trade, Investment and Innovation Division, the responsibilities are: The contractor is responsible for drafting and delivering a mapping of the RIPAP sector’s regulatory and policy environment. They will develop three case studies on successful green FDI projects in ASEAN and draft guidelines for FDI project development in green sectors, as well as for creating gender-responsive and inclusive investment promotion material. The contractor will prepare three policy briefs aimed at enhancing the enabling environment for green investments and supporting research efforts to identify investible project opportunities. They will also draft a regional value proposition for the ASEAN Investment Forum 2025, conduct outreach to the private sector for RIPAP focal point meetings and the forum, and provide logistical support for these events. Additionally, they are tasked with monitoring and updating the AGIC MEL framework, drafting AGIC quarterly progress reports, and completing the annual CECP project report for 2024. The contractor will draft a programme for the SME and Digital Start-Up Boot Camp in Central Asia, deliver virtual training for the boot camp, and support the logistical and substantive organization of capacity-building workshops in Central Asia as part of the ITFC programme. Qualifications/special skills- Master’s degree in economics, business administration or a related field. - 2 years of experience in foreign direct investment promotion and attraction. - Experience in working with the United Nations, and specifically with the United Nations Secretariat. Please indicate whether you have worked with the United Nations and provide the daily rate you expect to charge. - Experience in developing policy briefs, case studies and knowledge products on foreign direct investment promotion and attraction. - Experience working on foreign direct investment related projects in the ASEAN region and/or Central Asia. - Experience in providing logistical and outreach support for meetings or forums. LanguagesGood spoken communication skills in English are required. Additional InformationHow to Apply: Applicants are required to complete the screening questions. In addition applicants must include a motivational letter as part of their application. There is a specific section in INSPIRA which allows for this. The letter should detail a technical proposal outlining your approach to achieving the deliverables specified in the job description, with examples of relevant methodologies, tools, or strategies you have successfully employed in similar projects. Additionally, please provide a financial proposal with a proposed consultancy fee per deliverable. Your letter should also highlight at least two relevant projects from your experience, showcasing your qualifications and alignment with the consultancy's objectives. Applications that do not include these elements will not be considered. No FeeTHE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.