economic stimulation in rural areas

Targeted technical assistance to the Government of Moldova (GoM) in the implementation of the 'Sector policysupport' programme (SPSP): economic stimulation in rural areas. Its main objective is to contribute to a morebalanced economic development in the Republic of Moldova with special focus on rural areas through moreefficient economic policies at country and sector levels, better coordination mechanisms and more transparentand efficient financing mechanisms. In the context of implementation of the SPSP economic stimulation in rural areas program (SPSP ESRA), the contractor will provide advice on the fulfillment of the policy issues regarding economic stimulation in rural areas identified with the GoM in the policy matrix attached to the financing agreement signed between the GoM and EU. The actual policy conditions, which have to be fulfilled by the GoM for disbursement of variable trances for implementation of SPSP ESRA program, will be developed and agreed upon with the GoM and will focus on the following objectives: i) better economic policies at country and sector levels; ii) increase of business activity in rural areas; and iii) more transparency, accountability and effectiveness of public finance management.
Qualifications: 
Relevant University Degree in Economics, Trade (with special focus on customs) At least five years relevant work experience in international cooperation projects Previous work experience in the region and or in EU funded projects would mean an advantage Previous CV based work experience in: Organizational development in the context of public and private bodies; Set up of Procedures in Tax Administration with a special focus on import/export issues SME Development in rural areas Rural Economic empowerment in rural areas            
Start / Duration: 
open until further notification
If you are interested to cooperate with AFC Consultants in this tender in Moldova please send you most recent CV to Barbara.braun [at] afci.de Thank you!