CONSULTANT INDIVIDUEL (CHERCHEUR JUNIOR EN NOTATION DE CRÉDIT) POUR FOURNIR UN APPUI À LA DIRECTION DE LA GOUVERNANCE ET DES RAPPORTS SPÉCIALISÉS DANS LA MISE EN OEUVRE DU MÉCANISME D’APPUI AUX PAYS EN MATIÈRE DE NOTATION DE CRÉDIT

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Introduction

Are you a budding junior researcher with a keen interest in the credit rating sector? Here’s a golden opportunity to back the Directorate of Governance and Specialized Reports in the execution of the support mechanism for credit rating assistance to countries. Let’s take a closer look at what this role entails and how you can be part of it.

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JUNIOR RESEARCH CONSULTANT IN CREDIT RATING TO SUPPORT THE DIRECTORATE OF GOVERNANCE AND SPECIALIZED REPORTS

Tender Overview

Issuer: African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM)
Tender Reference: APRM/06/OSF/AC/11/2023
Sector: Research, Consultancy, and Professional Services
Closing Date: Thursday, February 8, 2024 – 11:00
Issue Date: Thursday, January 11, 2024 – 09:00
Regions: Eastern Cape, Gauteng, KwaZulu Natal, Limpopo, North West, Northern Cape, Western Cape, Mpumalanga, Free State

Tender Description

This remarkable position opens as APRM, under the Directive Assembly/UA/Dec.631(XXVIII) from the 28th ordinary session, scales up its efforts to offer member states the much-needed support in credit rating affairs. The mission follows the establishment of a policy framework with the objectives to raise sectoral awareness of sovereign credit rating implications, to aid in methodical analysis of impacts, to promote independent assessments, and to reinforce regulatory management of credit rating agencies. Commendably, a network of experts is to be fostered for sharing best practices in sovereign credit assessment across the continent.

The accepted Junior Research Consultant will play an integral role within the Directorate of Governance and Specialized Reports, offering support in sovereign credit research and analysis activities. Reference: APRM/06/OSF/AC/11/2023, with the application deadline stylishly set for February 8, 2024, at 11 AM.

The location for this mission will be in Midrand, South Africa, spanning a period of 12 calendar months. As a Junior Research Consultant, you’ll be stationed at the APRM’s continental office in Midrand, Johannesburg. Travel expenditures for relocation will be your responsibility, while the APRM Secretariat covers round-trip economy flights and United Nations standard per diems during your work-related travels.

This partnership is bolstered by the support from entities including the Open Society Foundation (OSF), contributing financially towards a robust human capital framework. If you are the experienced junior research consultant APRM is searching for, gear up to contribute significantly to the pioneering program and take your first step by preparing your application.

Do note that each journey within your role’s capacity will be in adherence to the prevalent activities of the framework, ensuring that your work is both impactful and rewarding.

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Bid Opportunity: Junior Research Consultant in Credit Rating Support

Are you a dedicated researcher with a keen interest in credit rating analysis? A notable tender opportunity has arisen for the position of Individual Consultant (Junior Credit Rating Researcher) to support the Governance and Specialised Reporting Directorate. You might be the talent we’re looking for!

What’s Covered?

All travel-related costs for work inside and outside South Africa will be covered, including visa fees, however, medical insurance is not included. Rest easy knowing that any authorized travel will be insured under a travel insurance policy provided by AIG South Africa Ltd, all costs taken care of by the APRM.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Engage in credit sovereignty research and analysis work.
  • Lead consultations with expert platforms to probe thoughts and gauge perspectives.
  • Identify research areas to enhance credit rating knowledge.
  • Discover funding opportunities, compose research proposals, and submit funding requests.
  • Plan and conduct studies to collect data for periodic knowledge production.
  • Gather, preserve, and examine data thoroughly.
  • Interpret analytical results, drawing meaningful conclusions from data.
  • Use research findings to compose publishable reports, articles, and analyses on recognized platforms.
  • Collaborate with other research teams, stakeholders, and agencies.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned by the higher authority within the APRM Secretariat.

Additional Information:

If you are a consultant interested in more details, reach out to the APRM’s procurement service during working hours (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM South African Time) at [email protected]. Further information is published on the APRM’s website at https://aprm.au.int/ and relevant inquiries are expected no later than seven days before the tender closing date.

Candidates or consultants will be considered for selection only if they score at least 70% in the technical evaluation. The assignment will be awarded to the applicant with the highest technical score.

Application Process:

  1. Submit a dossier including a technical and financial offer, an updated CV, reachable references with the latest consultation, and supporting documents. Ensure the technical offer displays a keen understanding of the Terms of Reference (TdR), proposed methodology, and a detailed work plan. Attach certified copies of all diplomas. The financial offer should detail monthly costs in USD.
  2. Mark submissions as “TENDER NUMBER: APRM/06/OSF/AC/11/2023: INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT (JUNIOR CREDIT RATING RESEARCHER) TO SUPPORT THE DIRECTORATE OF GOVERNANCE AND SPECIALISED REPORTS”
  3. Applications should be sent via email to [email protected] by no later than February 8, 2024, 11:00 AM South African time. Women are encouraged to apply. Offers will be opened immediately after the deadline.

All submissions should be addressed to:

African Peer Review Mechanism
Private Bag XO8, Halfway House
Address: 230 15th Rd, 1st Floor,
Randjespark, Midrand, 1685,
South Africa
Phone: +27 11 256 3401
Email for offer submission: [email protected].

For more details, see the attached document:

See:

https://www.tenderbulletin.org/sites/default/files/french_tors_-junior_research_consultant.pdf

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