Request for Expression of Interest – Financial Management Officer (Local)  

The Government of Maldives (GoM) is implementing the Sustainable and Integrated Labor Services (SAILS) Project, funded by the World Bank. The objective of the project is to improve social protection coverage and employability of Maldivian workers by strengthening active labour market programs through employment services scheme.

The ES scheme will serve as a platform for strengthening Active Labor Market Program (ALMP), addressing the challenges faced by Maldivians in finding employment, and building an integrated Labor Market Information System (LMIS). The scheme will pursue partnerships with government and non-government agencies aimed at promoting female employment, filling strategic gaps in the labor market (such as green and blue economy jobs), and replacing migrant workers with locals in the tourism industry.

The project is jointly administered by the Ministry of Higher Education, Labour and Skills Development (MoHELSD) and the Maldives Pension Administration Office (MPAO).

Scope of service required expertise & qualifications, and remuneration, please refer to the Terms of Reference.

Contract Duration

This is a 1-year contract, with the possibility of extension with pipeline donor projects. Upon signing of the contract, 3 months shall be counted as the probationary period. The contract shall be renewed based on performance, need, and funding.

This contract is expected to commence in February 2026.

The Ministry of Higher Education, Labour and Skills Development now invites interested eligible individuals to submit their Expressions of Interest (EoI). Interested individuals must provide a cover letter, their CV with information demonstrating that they are qualified to perform the services (description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, availability of appropriate skills, etc.), academic certificates, and relevant reference letters, covering the Key Qualifications listed in the Terms of Reference.

Deadline

The expressions of interest must be emailed to [email protected], no later than 1400hrs Maldivian time on 27^th January 2026.

Note: The request for expressions of interest shall be read in conjunction with the TOR for the respective post.