Fundatia SKAT Moldova is hiring a Component Manager for Water, Sanitation and Energy Efficiency

Open Competitive Selection of a consultant: 

Component Manager for Water, Sanitation and Energy Efficiency  

Contracting Authority: Fundația Centrul Moldo-Elvețian de Cooperare SKAT. 

Address: MD 2012, 34 Al. Mateevici Street, Chisinau. Fiscal code 1020620001626 

Name of Project: Ma Implic (water and energy efficiency) Project, implemented by Skat Consulting Ltd and the Fundația Centrul Moldo-Elvețian de Cooperare SKAT, although the expertise could be used for other upcoming projects 

Contract Title: Component Manager for Water, Sanitation and Energy Efficiency for ongoing multi-year projects in Moldova, funded by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) and other potential projects 

Open Competitive Selection, procedure reference No #: Component Manager_Ma Implic_2025 

1. The Ma Implic Project, implemented by Skat Consulting Ltd and the Fundația Centrul Moldo-Elvețian de Cooperare SKAT aims to address rural sanitation challenges, provide safe drinking water, promote sustainable decentralized WASH management, and improve energy efficiency in rural buildings.   

The projects aim to contribute to the provision of safely managed water in selected rural areas through the service provision by local public authorities and regional operators.  

In this regard, Fundația Centrul Moldo-Elvețian de Cooperare SKAT invites qualified Consultants, with relevant experience to submit bids regarding provision of overseeing services on the implementation of water supply (and potentially sanitation) project components. The current scope focus in 3 villages from Moldova: Badiceni, Dingheni and Satul Nou, but additional tasks in other geographical locations and financed by other donors are possible. More details are available in the attached ToRs (part of this notice). 

Exceptionally, expressions of interest from companies, who are able to assign a qualified expert, could be considered for analysis by SKAT. 

2. Selection will be conducted through Open Competitive Selection procedure and is open for participation to both local and international consultants. 

Companies wishing to participate will specifically indicate the proposed expert (one individual must correspond to all set minimum qualifications) and provide detailed CV/qualifications. 

The selection will be based on the analysis and comparison of the following information, to be submitted consultants: 

1. CV of expert: detailing previous experience, qualifications – relevant to ToRs, and indicating three professional references. 

2. Motivation letter including the requested indicative price (net daily fee) proposed by the Consultant*. 

* The minimum expected workload is 13 working days per month but can vary up to 18 working days per month. 

Note: companies wishing to participate are notified that the prices submitted by the Bidders shall not include VAT. According to art. 5 of the Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Moldova and the Government of the Republic of Austria on development cooperation, signed in Vienna on October 21, 2008, ratified by Law no. 283/2008 and entered into force on April 1, 2009, Decision of the Government of the Republic of Moldova No. 246 of 08.04.2010 with subsequent amendments and additions by Decision of the Government of the Republic of Moldova no. 834/2024 of 24.10.2024, p.1737 project no. 872112094474”), the import and/or delivery on the territory of the Republic of goods and services intended for technical assistance projects carried out on the territory of the Republic of Moldova by international organizations and donor countries, are exempt from customs duties, excise duties, and the zero rate of VAT is applied. 

3. The Contracting Authority reserves the right to accept or reject any application, and to cancel any procurement procedure and reject all applications at any time before the award of the contract, without thereby incurring any liability towards the participants/experts. A right to appeal against the award decision is not granted to participants. 

4. For any additional details or inquiries, please contact tender@int.skat.ch, making reference to procedure number in the subject line. 

5. Deadline for Submission of applications and procurement timetable:  

applications must be submitted in editable .pdf or word format by May 05, 2025 (12.00 noon, Chisinau time), to the email: tender@int.skat.ch. Late submissions will not be considered. Detailed ToRs are appended to this notice.  

We look forward to receiving proposals from qualified firms or individuals and establishing a productive and collaborative partnership. 

Fundația Centrul Moldo-Elvețian de Cooperare SKAT 

TERMS OF REFERENCE 

Component Manager for Water and Sanitation (Consultants: companies or individuals*) 

*Employment contract could exceptionally be considered 

1. Background 

Skat Consulting Ltd. is recruiting a Component Manager for Water Supply for ongoing multi-year projects in Moldova, funded by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) and potentially other projects These projects continue Skat’s successful initiatives in water, sanitation, and energy sectors in Moldova since 2009. The aim is to address rural sanitation challenges, provide safe drinking water, promote sustainable decentralized WASH management, and improve energy efficiency in rural buildings. Skat works in partnership with the Fundația Centrul Moldo-Elvețian pentru Cooperare SKAT in Moldova. 

2. Project Objectives 

The projects aim to contribute to the provision of safely managed water services in selected rural areas through the service provision by local public authorities and regional operators. This includes efforts to work towards the recognition of decentralized and safely managed sanitation options by authorities as viable, cost-effective, and environmentally sustainable solutions for sanitation in rural Moldova.  

3. Scope of Work 

The Component Manager will oversee the implementation of assigned water supply (and potentially sanitation or energy efficiency) project components. The current scope focus in 3 villages Badiceni, Dingheni and Satul Nou, but additional tasks in other geographical locations are possible. The expected workload is around 13-18 working days per month until 31st of December 2026, availability of the consultant and evolution of the works. Key responsibilities include: 

• Take lead, coordination, and execution of assigned project components in accordance with the project proposal and donor requirements. Efficient planning and distribution of available resources within the team (incl. procurement, finance, M&E, admin staff). 

• Preparing technical documentation for tender packages related to design and construction of water supply systems, including evaluating received offers. 

• Act as focal point during tendering processes, liaise and coordinate the efforts of the team involved in the selection (including of procurement, finance and admin staff; representatives of beneficiaries, etc.) 

• Supervising construction and design works with a focus on quality assurance. 

• Liaising with local public authorities, regional service operators, and other stakeholders 

• Monitoring and evaluation of project progress, contribution to reporting as required 

• Proactively identifying and addressing risks to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope and budget. 

• Representation of the project towards local public authorities and other stakeholders 

4. Qualifications and Skills required 

5. Details, Location and Dates 

The position is based in Chisinau, Moldova. The consultant must be regularly present in the office of Skat for coordination with the rest of the teams.  

Companies and individuals can apply. The position is offered as a service contract and exceptionally as an employment contract – if individuals apply.  

Start date is anticipated for May-June 2025. 

End date of the contract is expected for December 2026.