VNG International and its consortium is preparing a proposal for the following project: “Cities and Climate Change Project (CCCP)” in Mozambique (WB funded). The overall objective is to increase municipal capacity to sustainably plan, manage and finance climate resilient urban development, including through the strengthening 20 pilot municipalities in order to improve their performance in the following areas (1) tax and financial management and (2) land and urban environment planning and environment.
For the purpose of this tender, we are looking for the following expert:
A Lawyer
At least 7 (seven) years of Experience in proposing, revising and consolidating legislation; Thorough knowledge of legislation on urban planning or local finance. Experience with Mozambican local councils considered an advantage; Degree in Law and inscribed in Mozambican Bar Association; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; Sound skills in steering processes for adoption of legal instruments; Fluency in Portuguese and strong command of written and oral English desirable; Command in writing professional documents. Mozambican nationality is a must
Estimated starting date: Q4 2013/Q1 2014
Project duration: 30 months
Project duration: 30 months
How to apply:
Interested experts are invited to send their updated CV to the attention of Ms. Daniela de Sousa (daniela.desousa@vng.nl) with C.C. to Ms. Eva Erren (Eva.Erren@vng.nl) before September 21st 2013.
Please clearly state in your message for which position your are applying.
Please note that only qualified experts will be requested to elaborate on their solicitation.
Further information on the various responsibilities assigned to the expert and the scope of the assignment will be available upon request at daniela.desousa@vng.nl