A. Objective and Purpose of Assignment

The Ministry of Gender, Family and Social Services is seeking to hire an individual Architectural Consultant, to provide technical assistance and input for development and implementation of projects administered by the Project Implementation Unit (PMU) of the Ministry. The Consultant shall check all the designs and ensure that all works are carried out to specific standards, building codes, guidelines and regulations.

B. Deliverables

The consultant will be required to undertake following tasks, among others;

1. Review of architectural plans, specifications in construction documents of projects to be implemented by the Ministry.
2. Liaise with relevant authorities/ agencies in reviewing Architectural designs of Ministry projects.
3. Provide technical assistance in the procurement process, review and comment upon design related documents of the Ministry projects.
4. Resolving technical issues with employer’s representatives, suppliers, subcontractors and statutory authorities.
5. Ensure compliance to building regulations (architectural, safety, engineering, etc.) when preparing design and implementing a project of Ministry.
6. Formulating and standardizing tender documents for Ministry projects.
7. Design inputs to urban planning and design for Ministry projects.
8. Preparation of proposals for financing of infrastructure projects of the Ministry.
9. Carryout architectural concept design and 3D rendering of design concepts when required by the Ministry.
10. Ensure that all designs produced for the Ministry are in accordance with the requirements for completeness, accuracy, constructability including Architectural drawings, and Interior Designs.
11. Provide architectural co-ordination and consultation representing the Ministry with other engineers and professionals about design.
12. Provide architectural support and supervision during project implementation and carry out any other technical work including sire inspections of the Ministry projects.
13. Inspect the completed work periodically during the defect liability period within the terms covering the consultant’s agreement, prepare lists of deficiencies (if any), and carry out supervision of the remedial works, and issue defects liability certificates after the rectification of the notified defects by the contractors.

14. Any other work-related tasks assigned by the Employer.

C. Duration and Commencement of Services

Successful candidates will be contracted for a period of 1 (one) year, with potential renewal of contract based on performance and organizational need, the duration of which will be negotiated with the individual but shall not exceed 2 (two) years in total.

D. Qualifications and Experience

1. Master’s degree or above in Architecture, or related field with minimum general experience of 05 years;
2. Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, or related field with minimum general experience of 5 years;
3. Should have strong leadership, management and communication skills in presenting, discussing and resolving difficult issues and have ability to work efficiently and effectively with a multidisciplinary team.
4. The successful Candidate must be willing to work for extended periods without direct supervision and travel routinely to sites.
5. In addition, the individual’s reputation of integrity and impartiality routed in independent from third parties shall be considered.

The short-listed candidate will be requested to participate in personal interviews and submit the names and contact details of personal referees who can attest to their ability.

The successful candidate must understand the objectives and delivery mechanisms of the projects portfolio. He/she must be willing to work in a team, be flexible to emerging or changing conditions, and undertake initiative in his/her broad field of actions. 

E. Reporting Requirement

 1. Report directly to the Project Director and Project Heads for the projects assigned by the Ministry.

 2. The consultant should report to work as per the Ministry’s requirement and guidelines for the position, other than public holidays. 

F. Remuneration and Leave details

Successful candidate will be paid a monthly fee depending on qualification and experience ranging from MVR 20,080 (payment will be set based on pay commission circular no.: 13/NPC/CIR/2018/5). In addition, any fees payable to the individual for duty travel assignments, Ramadan allowance shall be compensated at the government prevailing rates. Fixed monthly fee shall be subject to deduction for pension and any other statutory requirement as may be applicable

G. Application instructions

The Ministry of Gender, Family and Social Services now invite interested individuals qualified for the assignments to submit Expression of Interest inclusive of the following documentation to demonstrate your eligibility for the assignment.

 1. Cover Letter for Expression of Interest.

 2. CV including information that demonstrates that the candidate is qualified to undertake the scope of work.

 3. Work experience documentation. (Description of similar assignments, and experiences in similar field of work).

 4. Copies of attested academic qualifications.

 5. Reference letters from current and/or previous employers.

Candidates interested in applying, please email your CV along with other relevant documents to [email protected]  before 12^th March 2023 13:30. For more information please call +960 3027551