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Terms of Reference

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Consultancy to conduct a feasibility Study for the establishment of a Regional Agricultural Derivatives Commodity Exchange

The objective of the assignment is to undertake a comprehensive feasibility study for the establishment of a Regional Agricultural Commodity Exchange, with a focus on the futures market for agricultural commodities, particularly three categories mainly produced and processed in the SADC region, namely cereals, fruits and vegetables.


- See the Scoring Grid (Annex 1) for the desired qualifications, skills and professional experience
- Deadline for CV submission: To be advised on request.
 - If you are interested in submitting your CV for this assignment, kindly email robertj@finmark.org.za.

Consultancy to develop recommendations on business development support (BDS) for financial access, which includes financial literacy

The objectives of the assignment are: (i) Review of the current landscape of SME support, assess the level of access to finance SMEs in the region has, highlight the limitations to increased access to finance, (ii) Conduct a review of existing business development support programs for SMEs in SADC member states, including financial and non-financial support programs, (iii) Identify best practices and success stories in business development support for SMEs from SADC member states and other regions, and (iv) Develop recommendations and best practices for business development support for SMEs in the SADC region based on the findings from the review and analysis.


- See the Scoring Grid (Annex 1) for the desired qualifications, skills and professional experience
- Deadline for CV submission: To be advised on request.
 - If you are interested in submitting your CV for this assignment, kindly email robertj@finmark.org.za.

Consultancy to conduct a Study on SADC Micro-Finance landscape regulatory environment, level of monitoring and support

The objective of the assignment is to review the findings of the 2011 Report on the SADC Micro Finance and the provision of a Framework for addressing regulatory issues which impact MFI operations. Institutional development provides an important tool for MFI operations and institutional development and therefore necessitates analysis.


- See the Scoring Grid (Annex 1) for the desired qualifications, skills and professional experience
- Deadline for CV submission: To be advised on request.
 - If you are interested in submitting your CV for this assignment, kindly email robertj@finmark.org.za.

Consultancy service to Develop a SADC Guide on Investment and Investor tracking System and build the capacity of National Investment Promotion Agencies (NIPAs)

The objective of this assignment is to strengthen capacity of Member States in investment and investor management systems, specifically; (i) Improve investment facilitation in pre- and post-establishment phases, (ii) Attract and retain investors, and (iii) Facilitate expansion of their investment in the SADC region.


- See the Scoring Grid (Annex 1) for the desired qualifications, skills and professional experience
- Deadline for CV submission: To be advised on request.
 - If you are interested in submitting your CV for this assignment, kindly email robertj@finmark.org.za.

Review the 1998 SIPA Act, propose amendments; and develop the Eswatini Investment Policy and Screening Guidelines

The objective of this assignment is to establish a conducive environment for domestic and foreign investments to contribute to sustainable and inclusive development and poverty reduction in Eswatini, specifically; (i) Making Eswatini responsive and attractive site for investment from within and outside of the region, (ii) Promoting responsible investment, and (iii) Improving business competitiveness in Eswatini’s economy.


- See the Scoring Grid (Annex 1) for the desired qualifications, skills and professional experience
- Deadline for CV submission: To be advised on request.
 - If you are interested in submitting your CV for this assignment, kindly email robertj@finmark.org.za.

Develop National frameworks for monitoring and evaluation of implementation of Tax Incentives Guidelines and build the capacity of its use in Angola, Botswana, and Lesotho

The objective of this assignment is to create an enabling investment and business environment in the region through harmonisation and cooperation among Member States in tax and related matters, specifically: (I) ensure the effectiveness and economic impact of tax incentives in the SADC Region identified Member States; (ii) harmonise tax incentives administration and avoid harmful tax competition in the region; (iii) improve tax collection; and (iv) enhance the capacity of identified Member State officials in the practical use of the SADC Tax Expenditure Model.


- See the Scoring Grid (Annex 1) for the desired qualifications, skills and professional experience
- Deadline for CV submission: To be advised on request.
 - If you are interested in submitting your CV for this assignment, kindly email robertj@finmark.org.za.

Build capacity of Member States on tax treaties and Facilitate negotiations on tax treaties among Selected Member States (GFA)

The objective of this assignment is to create an enabling investment and business environment in the region through harmonisation and cooperation among Member States in tax and related matters, specifically: (I) Modernise the existing tax treaties in the region based on the new development in tax treaty matters including the Multilateral Convention to Implement Tax Treaty Related Measures to Prevent Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS); (ii) Enhance cooperation among Member States in tax related matters through negotiations of their tax treaties among SADC State partners; (iii) Encourage Member States in exchange of information related to tax matters; and (iv) Provide mutual administrative assistance in the assessment and collection of taxes with a view to combating tax avoidance and evasion. The results of the assignment will lead to modernising and increasing the tax treaty network among SADC Member States.


- See the Scoring Grid (Annex 1) for the desired qualifications, skills and professional experience
- Deadline for CV submission: To be advised on request.
 - If you are interested in submitting your CV for this assignment, kindly email robertj@finmark.org.za.

Data and Analytics Internship

The intern should be highly driven, with a passion for research, data analysis, data management, and reporting, with high levels of curiosity for solving complex problems in data and research. The successful candidate will work closely with the Executive of Data and Analytics on different research projects and other research activities. It is expected that the intern will support other Data and Analytics team members.


- If you are interested in submitting your CV for this assignment, kindly email marlenee@finmark.org.za.

Develop National Action Programme on Investment (NAPI) to domesticate the SADC Investment Policy Framework (IPF) for Malawi

The objective of this assignment is the implementation and domestication of SADC IPF in order to harmonise national laws, regulations and practices of the individual Member States within an economic community with a regional focus and consistency, specifically: (i) Making Malawi responsive to the new international business trends; (ii) Providing a legal and regulatory framework for investments within an economic community in order to access economies of scale; (iii) Creating SADC as a more attractive destination for investment from outside the region; (iv) Allowing for enhanced interconnectivity (information sharing, data exchange and regional investment opportunities); (v) Improving competitiveness of the regional economy; and (vi) Enabling competition at the multilateral level.


- See the Scoring Grid (Annex 1) for the desired qualifications, skills and professional experience
- Deadline for CV submission: To be advised on request.
 - If you are interested in submitting your CV for this assignment, kindly email robertj@finmark.org.za.

Develop National Action Programme on Investment (NAPI) to domesticate the SADC Investment Policy Framework (IPF) for Mozambique

The objective of this assignment is the implementation and domestication of SADC IPF in order to harmonise national laws, regulations and practices of the individual Member States within an economic community with a regional focus and consistency, specifically: (i) Making Mozambique responsive to the new international business trends; (ii) Providing a legal and regulatory framework for investments within an economic community in order to access economies of scale; (iii) Creating SADC as a more attractive destination for investment from outside the region; (iv) Allowing for enhanced interconnectivity (information sharing, data exchange and regional investment opportunities); (v) Improving competitiveness of the regional economy; and (vi) Enabling competition at the multilateral level.


- See the Scoring Grid (Annex 1) for the desired qualifications, skills and professional experience
- Deadline for CV submission: To be advised on request.
 - If you are interested in submitting your CV for this assignment, kindly email robertj@finmark.org.za.

Develop National Action Programme on Investment (NAPI) to domesticate the SADC Investment Policy Framework (IPF) for Angola

The objective of this assignment is the implementation and domestication of SADC IPF in order to harmonise national laws, regulations and practices of the individual Member States within an economic community with a regional focus and consistency, specifically: (i) Making Angola responsive to the new international business trends; (ii) Providing a legal and regulatory framework for investments within an economic community in order to access economies of scale; (iii) Creating SADC as a more attractive destination for investment from outside the region; (iv) Allowing for enhanced interconnectivity (information sharing, data exchange and regional investment opportunities); (v) Improving competitiveness of the regional economy; and (vi) Enabling competition at the multilateral level.


- See the Scoring Grid (Annex 1) for the desired qualifications, skills and professional experience
- Deadline for CV submission: To be advised on request.
 - If you are interested in submitting your CV for this assignment, kindly email robertj@finmark.org.za.
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