Expert en homologation et contrôle physique / technique – Senegal

Aninver Development Partners SL (www.aninver.com) is looking for a Expert en homologation et contrôle physique / technique for a consultancy assignment in Senegal.

Aninver Development Partners is currently preparing a proposal for an upcoming consulting assignment in Senegal focusing on the transport sector. The initiative aims to support the national authorities in modernizing and updating the national vehicle homologation and technical inspection system, while also developing a new inspection facility under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model to improve road safety and reduce environmental impacts.

To strengthen our expert team for this project, we are looking for a qualified Vehicle Homologation and Technical Inspection Expert. The selected specialist will play a key role in assessing inspection requirements, defining technical specifications, and contributing to the design of an integrated, modernized framework for vehicle safety and compliance across the country.

Aninver is preparing a proposal for this assignment. The selected expert will be part of the proposed team; the engagement is conditional on the contract being awarded to Aninver. The full Terms of Reference for the position are shared with shortlisted candidates.

Objectives of the assignment

• Contribute to the assessment of current and future demand for vehicle inspection and homologation in Senegal.
• Support the definition of technical specifications and dimensions for modern vehicle inspection facilities.
• Help design an integrated and progressive management system aligned with international standards.
• Provide technical inputs for the feasibility studies and the structuring of the new inspection center.

Scope of work

• Conduct benchmarking of international models for vehicle homologation and technical inspection.
• Assist in developing a national master plan and roadmap for the progressive deployment of inspection centers.
• Integrate recommendations from recent diagnostic studies into the modern management framework.
• Contribute to the technical and functional design of the new vehicle inspection center.
• Draft technical specifications and performance indicators for facility operations.

Your role as Expert en homologation et contrôle physique / technique

• Lead technical assessments related to vehicle physical and technical control standards.
• Analyze the current state of the national vehicle fleet and identify main risk factors related to technical obsolescence.
• Contribute to the drafting of technical terms of reference and bidding documents for infrastructure development.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure technical feasibility aligns with legal and financial frameworks.
• Participate in stakeholder consultations and technical workshops with public and private sector counterparts.

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor's degree (Bac+4) or equivalent engineering degree in mechanical, automotive, electromechanical engineering, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in automotive technical inspection or vehicle homologation.
• Demonstrated experience in at least 2 projects related to technical inspection within the last 5 years starting from 2021.
• Full professional proficiency in French.

Desirable

• Prior experience working on transport modernization projects in West Africa.
• Familiarity with Public-Private Partnership (PPP) frameworks in the transport sector.

An experienced mechanical or automotive engineer with a strong background in vehicle inspection systems, looking to contribute to major road safety and transport modernization initiatives in Senegal.

Assignment details

• Location: Senegal
• Estimated duration: 11 months
• Contract: individual consultancy (conditional on award)

About Aninver Development Partners

Aninver is an international development consulting firm headquartered in Spain. It supports governments, development banks, UN agencies and bilateral donors with feasibility studies, technical assistance, evaluations and capacity building across Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia and Asia-Pacific, working with a network of international and national experts.

Why apply

• Join a multidisciplinary team on a project in Senegal.
• Individual consultancy: flexible, output-based engagement with an experienced proposal team.
• Your CV stays in Aninver's expert network for future assignments that match your profile.

How to apply

Sign in (or create a free account) and upload your CV in English. Add your LinkedIn profile, indicative daily rate and availability to speed up the assessment. Aninver will contact the shortlisted candidates.

Frequently asked questions

Is the position confirmed? The engagement depends on the contract being awarded to Aninver. Shortlisted experts are included in the proposal with their consent.

Can I apply if I am not based in the country? Yes, unless the requirements say otherwise; relevant regional experience is an asset.

What happens with my CV? It is used to assess your fit for this and future positions and is not shared with third parties without your consent.