Republic of Yemen Economic Opportunities Fund (EOF) Presidency of Council of Ministers The Government of Yemen, represented by the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation (MOPIC), has received a Grant from IFAD and the European Commission as well a co-finance from the Islamic Bank for Development and Yemen government for the establishment of the Economic Opportunities Fund (EOF) The Economic Opportunities Fund has been be created by Government decree No. 183-2010 as a public-private partnership working to improve the economic status of poor women and men in rural areas. Accordingly, its structure is based on three core pillars, namely value chain development, economic infrastructure, and rural financial services; and the EOF constitutes an institutional arrangement that allows the application of several principles: Cost recovery & sustainability, Multi-sectoral approach, Private sector orientation, Social agenda, and Equity investments. The EOF is the key institution for the management, implementation and supervision of the Economic Opportunities Programme, the Fisheries Investment Project and Rural Employment Programmes (REP).
Rural Employment Programmes (REP): The ‘YemenInvest’ Rural Employment Programme’s (REP) goal is to improve the economic status of poor rural households through creation of sustainable and diversified employment opportunities. In particular, the programme will invest in value chain development in sectors viz. (i) natural stones, (ii) textile; (iii) herbal, medicinal and aromatic plants as well as on several micro-, small and medium activities such as furniture and handicraft. Also, with regard to the above, the programmes will focus on rural investment financing; export promotion; rural labour market intermediation; and policy and partnerships. The project is national in scope and initially will focus on seven governorates: Abyan, Shabwa, Dhamar, Hajjah, Hodeidah, Lahej and Taiz. REP’s main target groups are unemployed and underemployed young women and men in rural areas below the poverty line. Specific focus is placed on young women and men entering rural labor market, and decent work compliance will be considered to the extent feasible. It is estimated that the project will directly benefit 50,000 households in the rural areas Currently, under the ‘YemenInvest-Rural Employment Programme’, EOF seeks qualified Yemeni candidates to fulfill the following post Policy Advisor Within the framework, as described above, the Policy Advisor will operate under the overall supervision and the guidance of the CEO of the EOF. He/she will work closely with the counterparts at EOF as assigned. The Policy Advisor will be responsible for all legal and regulatory aspects of EOF and will pronounce on the completeness and accuracy of the same. He/she will also be responsible for recommending standard contracting provisions and drafting and reviewing of EOF agreements and compliance with regulatory requirements. Duties and Responsibilities: Within the framework of the programmes, as described above, he/she will be responsible for the following:
• Maintain contact with all regulatory agencies to ensure the EOF is kept fully advised; and Liaise with donors/partners on all legal and regulatory matters pertaining to their programmes;
• Prepare and Provide expert advice and guidance in preparation of EOF regulations; and ensure that they are
compliant/aligned with other relevant legislation that could affect or influence the work of EOF
management;
• Contribute to the formulation of EOF regulations (specifically relating to the funding, and financial management of programmes) and provide technical support to all the units in EOF for its compliance and enforcement;
• Draft, Evaluate and Finalize on the EOF contracts and agreements; and contribute to the development of
EOF Methodologies;
• Contribute to the development of the EOF’s Management Information System in terms of developing a database of relevant legislative and regulatory material, global best practice and development of standardized contractual provisions and security documents;
• Provide written opinions on legal and regulatory matters related to EOF’s programme development; and
assist in its legal/regulatory queries and issues;
• Development of formal procurement procedures and contractual templates for the outsourcing of EOF
planning and operational functions;
• Assessment of legal options of the EOF and advise EOF’s CEO on decision-making and approval processes;
• Undertake any other related tasks at the request of EOF’s CEO.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE;
a) Masters degree in Law with a minimum of 8 years experience. A bachelors degree in similar with 10 to 12 years of experience is accepted in lieu of the above.
b) Strong and demonstrated similar work experience in public administration issues and institutions at the central and local levels, including the experience working at the private sector institutional level;
c) Sound knowledge of organizational, administrative and legislative policies and procedures with respect to the Yemen government institutions and/or organizations.
d) Working experience in drafting institutional laws and regulations, agreements, contracts; and corporate finance and project finance management.
e) Full working knowledge of Arabic and English, including excellent drafting and presentation skills, excellent communication skills;
f) Leadership and team building qualities and experience;
g) Excellent computer skills, including full working knowledge of standard word processing, spreadsheet and presentation packages. Application Process: Interested qualified candidates are encouraged to apply for these positions by sending the detailed CV and a cover letter clearly mentioning the position applying for in the email/letter subject line to the following email address: [email protected].
EOF is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified female candidates and people with disabilities, and minorities are highly encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with strictest confidence.
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