Ref.
2026/APVRLPAAL/15835
Job offer type
Experts
Type of contract
Service contract
Activity sectors
Climate and Agriculture ; Sustainable development
Deadline date
2026/12/31 23:55
Duration of the assignment
Beaded expertise
Contract
Freelancer
Duration
12 mois estimés
Call for Expressions of Interest – Expert Pool for Strengthening Artisanal Fisheries in Liberia (SAFish) (M/W)
Département Développement durable - DD > Pôle Agriculture
Published on : 2026/07/16
SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
LIBERIA
Mission description
A preparation mission was carried out in January 2026 by GIZ and Expertise France in order to discuss with stakeholders for the design and implementation of targeted actions in the Description of Action (DoA) to be sent to the EUD. After drafting and submitting this document, the project was signed the 1st July 2026.
To support the launching of the project, a thorough technical assessment and consultation is required to analyse, validate and suggest amendments if necessary, namely to adapt the project to the political context, to the project activities related to the fisheries value chain as well as suggestion of technical expertise needed during implementation of the project.
Priority activities linked to the fisheries value chain, quality standards, access to market and documents related to project implementation (detailed action plan, roles and responsibilities of each stakeholder involved, etc.) will be reviewed and refined according to the updated assessment of the needs.
Scope of work
The expected deliverables detailed below are indicative and may be subject to revision depending on the needs of the project. They will be confirmed and specified in the purchase orders.
All deliverables shall be subject to validation by Expertise France. In case of non-compliance, the expert shall revise the deliverables within a reasonable timeframe without additional cost.
Indicative activities of purchase order n°1
The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks:
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Objective |
Indicative Activities |
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1. Review and strengthen the fisheries value chain project intervention, quality standards, access to market and implementation documents
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1. Review project documentation in order to understand the specific context of the project and the targeted intervention. 2. Compile and synthesize relevant technical evidence (policies, strategies, regulatory framework, existing studies and project documentation) to inform revisions. 3. Confirm priority areas of intervention, planned actions and roles of key actors across the targeted fisheries value chain. 4. Review and strengthen the key project documents (action plan, implementation strategy, methodology and work plan, etc.). 5. Coordinate with public and private stakeholders to ensure synergies, avoid duplication and validate collaboration/coordination mechanisms. 6. Assess engagement, capacities and human-resource/training needs of the key entities identified during the development phase. 7. If relevant, benchmark international good practices and lessons learned and propose context‑adapted innovations for Liberia’s fisheries sector. 8. Conduct and validate a private‑sector landscape analysis (processors, exporters, cold chain, logistics, service providers) to refine assumed roles and partnerships. 9. Identify market opportunities and constraints (considering sanitary and phytosanitary, traceability, sustainability and logistics requirements).
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Indicative expected outcome
ü Agreed set of revisions to core project documents (action plan, implementation strategy, methodology and work plan), including an adaptation strategy to the current political context if needed.
ü Consolidated technical evidence pack (policy, regulatory and market information) informing the updated strategy.
ü Validated definition of priority value‑chain interventions, sequencing and responsibilities among actors.
ü Stakeholder coordination and synergy arrangements confirmed, reducing duplication and strengthening implementation effectiveness.
ü Capacity and training needs of priority institutions/partners identified to guide targeted support.
ü List of feasible, context‑adapted innovations and good practices to strengthen competitiveness and sustainability.
ü Validated private‑sector partner map and partnership opportunities integrated into the implementation approach.
ü Prioritised market opportunities with defined compliance and logistics requirements to guide interventions.
Indicative activities of purchase order n°2
The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks:
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Objective |
Indicative Activities |
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2. Define the required technical assistance and prepare ToRs and a phased expert mobilization plan for implementation
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1. Confirm the set of technical functions required to implement the revised action plan (short‑term, medium‑term, and on‑demand expertise). 2. Define clear expert profiles, scope of work, deliverables, reporting lines and collaboration requirements for each role. 3. Draft Terms of Reference (ToRs) for the pool of technical experts, ensuring alignment with the DoA, implementation strategy and key milestones. 4. Develop an expert mobilization plan (chronogram) with indicative timing, level of effort (days) and decision points linked to implementation milestones and reporting. |
Indicative expected outcome
ü Comprehensive list of technical functions required for implementation, agreed with the project team.
ü Standardised expert profile descriptions with clear scope, deliverables and coordination arrangements.
ü Draft ToR for the pool of experts (required technical profile for the implementation of the project),
ü Phased expert mobilization plan (with timing and days) aligned to activity sequencing
Indicative activities of purchase order n°3
The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks:
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3. Deliver technical inputs during inception, build capacity, and provide coaching to the fisheries value chain component coordinator |
1. Participate in inception meetings and possible workshops to validate priorities, assumptions and a market‑driven approach for the fisheries value chain. 2. Contribute to donor and government coordination meetings to align planned support and identify synergies/avoid duplication. 3. Support alignment with national strategies and regulatory priorities (fisheries, trade, private‑sector development) and identify key policy bottlenecks. 4. Participate in joint field missions/validation visits to confirm infrastructure, processing and market assumptions and update intervention priorities. 5. Support the MEAL expert in the refinement and harmonisation of cross‑project key performance indicators and reporting standards during inception (definitions, baselines, data sources). 6. Facilitate learning and exchange with parallel initiatives to capture lessons learned and integrate actionable improvements into the implementation approach. 7. Provide technical support to the Team Leader and provide orientation on fisheries value‑chain governance, stakeholder mapping and coordination approaches relevant to the project.
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Indicative expected outcome
ü Inception meetings and workshop outputs reflect validated priorities, assumptions and a shared understanding of the market‑driven approach.
ü Documented coordination points and synergy agreements with key initiatives/actors, reducing overlap and strengthening complementarity.
ü Initial set of feasible fisheries finance pathways and potential partner institutions identified for follow‑up.
ü Field mission findings validate/adjust infrastructure and market assumptions, improving targeting and feasibility of early interventions.
ü Priority investment/PPP themes and enabling conditions clarified for inclusion in the early implementation pipeline.
ü Inception risk register strengthened with practical mitigation measures and early warning indicators.
ü Lessons learned and best practices captured from peer initiatives and translated into concrete improvements to the implementation approach.
ü Coordinator integrated with clear vision of the key project documents and tools.
ü Stakeholder map and coordination approach applied, improving alignment with sector actors.
ü Action plan operationalised through a practical work plan with sequencing, dependencies and coordination calendar.
Project or context description
The Strengthening Artisanal Fisheries in Liberia (SAFish) project, funded by the European Union for €24,8 million, aims to unlock the full potential of marine artisanal fisheries by driving sustainable incomes, employment, social and economic inclusion and regional competitiveness, while protecting marine ecosystems.
The German Technical Cooperation (GIZ) (lead agency) and EF will jointly implement this 6-year programme.
The specific objectives (SO) of this action are to:
· SO1 – Enhance the artisanal fish value chain and its sustainability.
· SO2 – Expand equitable access to financial and non-financial services, with a focus on the empowerment of women, youth and persons in vulnerable situations.
· SO3 – Promote sustainable, inclusive and participatory fisheries governance.
The outputs to be delivered by this action contributing to the corresponding specific objectives are:
SO1 :
· Output 1.1. Market access and potential is increased through improved product quality.
· Output 1.2 Fishing practices are improved for better product quality, increased income and resilience
· Output 1.3. Environmental custodianship is enhanced to promote productivity, resilience and responsibility.
SO2 :
· Output 2.1. Capacities of Co-management association (CMAs), fishing cooperatives and associations and small semi-industrial operators in the fish value chain are strengthened.
· Output 2.2. Access to green financial services for disadvantaged groups in the artisanal fish value chain is enhanced.
· Output 2.3. Professionalism and innovation in the artisanal fish value chain is increased.
SO3 :
· Output 3.1. Fisheries governance is strengthened to reduce IUU fishing and increase competitiveness of local fishers.
· Output 3.2. Quality standards for fresh and processed fish products are improved.
· Output 3.3 Transparency and public awareness of the sector’s economic importance is enhanced.
· Output 3.4 The regional fisheries policy framework in the West Central Gulf of Guinea is strengthened
Out of the total project budget, 9M€ will be implemented directly by EF, who is in charge of implementing the following Outputs :
- Output 1.1. Market access and potential is increased through improved product quality.
- Output 2.3. Professionalism and innovation in the artisanal fish value chain is increased.
- Output 3.2 Quality standards for fresh and processed fish products are improved
Close collaboration with the GIZ project team will be essential, as GIZ serves as the lead agency for the SAFish project.
Required profile
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in marine sciences, environmental sciences, natural resource management, agri-food production and health standards, economic development, fisheries management, and/or aquaculture, or any other field relevant
- Strong knowledge in value chain development, sectoral policy, and economic development of the fisheries sector
Required experiences
- At least 10 years of professional experience in the development sector, with relevant professional experience in providing technical assistance or expertise to projects related to fisheries and the blue economy sector, including experience in strengthening the fisheries value chain
- Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement and facilitation of consultations with government entities, private sector operators, and civil society organizations
- Proven ability to develop technical guidance and formulate evidence-based strategic recommendations, particularly based on economic analyses, market studies, or value chain assessments
- Expertise in socio-economic and gender analysis
- Fluency in English is required
- A previous experience in Liberia would be an asset
Additional information
Organization and reporting
A Framework Service Contract for an individual expert will be signed, based on purchase orders, with unit prices calculated on a daily fee basis. The work expected can be partly home-based but it will also be complemented by several missions in Liberia (duration and modalities to be defined in the purchase orders). The Framework Contract does not constitute a commitment to order any minimum volume of services. Services will be commissioned exclusively through purchase orders, which will define the specific scope, deliverables, timeline and budget.
The consultant will support the Project Team Leader based in Monrovia and will report to him and to the Agriculture Division of the Sustainable Development Department based at the Paris headquarters.
Mission logistics, including travel, accommodation and per diem arrangements, will be organised by the project team in accordance with the provisions defined in each purchase order.
Duty station: Liberia (primarily Monrovia) and/or remote work for certain areas of expertise.
Duration of assignments: Variable, depending on the activities to be carried out. Assignments may range from a few days to several months. Both short-term and intermittent assignments throughout the programme may be considered. Remote assignments may also be envisaged.
Expected assignment period: 2026–2027, with a possible start during the fourth quarter of the current year (2026) for the project inception phase.
Individuals wishing to join this pool of English-speaking experts in the areas of fisheries value chain development, quality standards and market access are invited to submit their CV only, in English, highlighting the training, skills and professional experience relevant to this call for expressions of interest.
Selection Criteria
Candidates will be assessed based on the following criteria:
- Candidate’s education, skills and professional experience
- Candidate’s skills relevant to the expert assignment
- Candidate’s experience relevant to the expert assignment
- Candidate’s expected language proficiency
- Candidate’s knowledge of the local context (country or region of intervention)
Application deadline: To be defined.
This call for expressions of interest aims to establish a pool of experts for the project and does not commit EF to pursuing any of the applications received or providing feedback or a response to applicants.
Selection criteria for applications
The selection process for candidates will be based on the following criteria :
- Candidate’s training/skills/experience
Deadline for application : 2026/12/31 23:55
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- democratic, economic, and financial governance ;
- peace, stability, and security ;
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- health and human development ;
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