by Irene Wijaya | Jan 30, 2017 | Opportunities, Tenders
Needs and Objectives This project will produce the Mutual Recognition Arrangement for Tourism Professionals (MRA-TP) Work Plan 2017-2020. Specifically the project will produce two outputs: a) the ASEAN MRA-TP implementation review, which will assess current progress in the implementation of the MRA-TP, test assumptions, capture relevant context, identify risks (magnitude and impact) and opportunities for achieving success, and propose resolutions to address identified risks, blockages and barriers; and b) the ASEAN MRA-TP Work Plan 2017-2020, that will specify strategic actions, recommend the best approach in implementing those actions, and provide a mechanism for monitoring progress and make decisions throughout the Work Plan implementation. Scope of Services The consultancy will be undertaken over a continuous effective period of 6 (six) calendar months with approximately 350 (three hunder fifty) person days of professional services. Work will commence immediately after contract signing. Qualifications In its proposal the consultant(s) should demonstrate: Thorough understanding and in-depth knowledge of ASEAN, ASEAN Community and ASEAN Tourism; Extensive experience in undertaking performance/progress review on the implementation of the strategic plan/work plan at the regional level; In-depth expertise in business development, finance and accounting, and marketing across a range of social enterprise models or demonstrated ability to adapt experience into social enterprise sector; Experience in the design and implementation of business plans, especially for start‐ups; Strong research and analytical skills, communication (oral and written), facilitation and management skills; Extensive knowledge and sound experience in project management, monitoring and evaluation; Excellent people skills – demonstrated ability to develop and maintain sound working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders; Experience in mainstreaming gender perspective in strategic plan/work plan development...
by Irene Wijaya | Jan 3, 2017 | Opportunities, Tenders
Needs and Objectives This project will produce a publication to mark the 50th anniversary of ASEAN entitled: “ASEAN at 50: A Historic Milestone of FDI and MNEs in ASEAN,” that presents data and analysis on FDI flows in the region over the last five decades, tapping MNEs and ASEAN companies as engines for regional economic development, by presenting an evaluation on what has been achieved, how challenges have been addressed, and offer an analysis of FDI and MNE development in the context of the AEC in the process leading to stronger regional integration, regional production networks, by focusing on several key themes. Scope of Services The consultancy will be undertaken over a continuous effective period of 10 (ten) calendar months with approximately 21 (twenty-one) person weeks of professional services. Work will commence immediately after contract signing. Qualifications In its proposal the consultant(s) should demonstrate: • Thorough understanding and in-depth knowledge FDIs and MNEs, and has done extensive research work in these areas; • In-depth knowledge of economic, trade, investment and regional integration issues, especially within ASEAN; • Proven track record of experience in economic and industry research; • Thorough understanding of ASEAN and its work on economic community building; • Adequate knowledge of and balanced exposure to ASEAN economies; • Have extensive experience in policy making and providing policy advice to governments and have considerable exposure and network with the industries and industry players/associations; • Established links and networks with business associations across Member States, as well as links with research networks/institutions or market research groups in different parts of ASEAN; and, • Proven skills in writing and conversing...
by Irene Wijaya | Dec 22, 2016 | Opportunities, Tenders
Needs and Objectives AADCP II is commissioning a set of instructional materials and tools for use by consumer protection agencies and agencies with consumer protection responsibilities in training and/or enhancing the existing capacities of their staff. Specifically, the consultant will be responsible for: Preparation of a training structure and content taking into account the goals and objectives as well as the intended participants. The course content will be delivered through short lectures, group discussions, group presentations, case studies, role- play, simulation and skill practices during the training. Review of an existing draft training modules in six key areas: namely i) consumer credit and banking, ii) environment, and iii) professional services, iv) healthcare, v) e-commerce, and vi) product safety and labelling, to ensure there is consistency and smooth flow of the materials as well as better readability; Separation of the contents into logical components or training modules and design of a series of instructional materials; Preparation of training session plans with indicative time that needs to be allocated for each concept/sections of the modules; and Development of evaluation forms including questions regarding relevance and effectiveness of training materials, whether the material covered the professional needs of the participant. Scope of Services The consultancy will be undertaken over a continuous effective period of 9 (nine) calendar months with approximately 21 person weeks of professional services covering all deliverables. Work will commence immediately after contract signing. Qualifications We require, at the minimum, the following expertise and in the bidder must be able to demonstrate the required qualifications on the aforementioned scope of work: Extensive experience in curriculum development, instructional systems design, knowledge management and capacity building; Skills and involvement in the...
by Irene Wijaya | Dec 21, 2016 | Opportunities, Tenders
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AADCP II PROJECT CONSULTING TENDER Are firms located outside ASEAN member states eligible to apply for AADCP II-supported consultancy project? Yes. Can consortiums apply to AADCP II-supported consultancy project? Yes. Can AADCP II provide budget estimate for the project? No. Is there a format or template for the proposal/ bid submission? No. Any format, including text and slide handouts, is acceptable as long as the document contains the required information as requested in the Terms of References (TOR). It is stated in the Terms of Reference that “Costs will be based upon prevailing ASEAN Secretariat (ASEC) rates.” What costs does this sentence refer to? This sentence refers to reimbursable costs, which include per-diems (daily subsistence allowance/DSA), transportation and other non-services costs. This does not include professional fees. In relation to this, reimbursable costs do not need to be included in the proposal/bid, since this will not affect the assessment of the proposals. What is the ASEC rate? ASEC have annually-set guidelines and rates in calculating per-diem, which will apply to all AADCP II projects and consultants. The guidelines and rates will be made available to the winning bidder at the contracting stage. What should be included in the professional fee? The professional fee should include the service fee of experts and any applicable management fee and personal/travel/health insurance. ASEC does not withhold any kind of taxes/levy, income whatsoever, therefore any applicable tax should already be included in the professional fee. Can costs be quoted in currencies other than USD? No. All costs should be quoted in...
by Irene Wijaya | Nov 11, 2016 | Agriculture, Technical Reports
Global trade of chicken and chicken products is increasing as trade becomes freer. Changes in consumer lifestyles in the ASEAN region and throughout the world are driving the demand for assurance that chicken products are safe to eat and are produced and handled in a manner that, does not compromise the and does not cause harm to the environment. The impact of these trends has resulted in retailers wanting industry compliance with Good Animal Husbandry Practices (GAHP) programmes, and governments introducing legal requirements for food safety, worker health and safety, animal welfare and environmental protection. This document covers the animal welfare and environmental protection of the ASEAN GAHP standard for layer, broilers and ducks. ASEAN GAHP Animal Welfare and Environmental Protection Module for Layers, Broilers and Ducks can be downloaded here...
