Cybersecurity Capacity Development Specialist for NCA
About This Opportunity
Request for Expression of Interest | Project: Eastern Africa Regional Digital Integration Project | Method: Individual Consultant Selection | Ref: SO-MOCT-FGS-557030-CS-INDV
This is a consulting contract in the information and communication technology and governance and public administration sectors, with a focus on Hardware, Network Infrastructure and Cybersecurity. Located in Eastern and Southern Africa, Asia, this opportunity is open to individual consultants. Proposals must be submitted before August 20, 2026.
Published through WB - World Bank, a multilateral development bank that follows standardized international procurement guidelines. Projects funded by multilateral institutions are generally open to international bidders from eligible member countries for consulting in the information and communication technology sector. Consulting assignments are typically evaluated with a strong emphasis on the technical proposal, including the methodology and qualifications of key experts. Shortlisted firms may be invited to submit financial proposals in a second stage. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.
Description
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (REOI)
COUNTRY: Federal Government of Somalia (FGS)
NAME OF PROJECT: Regional Digital Integration Project (EA-RDIP)
PROJECT ID: P176181
ASSIGNMENT TITLE: Cybersecurity Capacity Development Specialist
REFERENCE NO.: SO-MOCT-FGS-557030-CS-INDV
PLACE OF ASSIGNMENT: Mogadishu, Somalia
APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE: August 20, 2026, at (2.00pm Local Time).
Project Background:
The Federal Government of Somalia has received a grant from the International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank toward the cost of the Regional Digital Integration Project (EA-RDIP). The Ministry of Communications and Technology (MoCT) intends to apply part of the proceeds of these Grants to finance for the position of Cybersecurity Capacity Development Specialist in support of the implementation of the National Communications Authority (NCA) in the Federal Government of Somalia.
To support the National Communications Authority's (NCA) mandate to promote fair competition, consumer protection, investment, and sustainable growth in the telecommunications sector, the NCA seeks to engage a qualified Cybersecurity Capacity Development Specialist to support the implementation of national cybersecurity initiatives, institutional capacity development, workforce enhancement, cybersecurity awareness programs, and cyber resilience initiatives in Somalia.
The Regional Digital Integration Project (EA-RDIP) addresses connectivity needs for countries in the Horn of Africa region. The program aims to advance the regional integration of digital markets in Eastern Africa through supporting cross-border connectivity, harmonization of data and e-commerce regulations and policies, and removal of trade barriers, with the vision of establishing a Single Digital Market (SDM). The EA-RDIP project has four components, as briefly described below:
Component 1. Connectivity Market Development and Integration.
Component 2. Data Market Development and Integration.
Component 3. Online Market Development and integration.
Component 4. Project Management and implementation.
Scope of Work:
The client, National Communications Authority (NCA) requires a dedicated Cybersecurity Capacity Development Specialist to support the implementation of national cybersecurity initiatives, institutional capacity development, workforce enhancement, cybersecurity awareness programs, and cyber resilience initiatives in Somalia. The Specialist will serve as the National Communications Authority’s focal point for engagement with global digital and social media platforms, supporting the establishment and maintenance of effective relationships with major online service providers operating in Somalia. For more details refer to the Terms and Reference (ToR).
Required Qualifications and Experiences:
The shortlisting criteria for the Cybersecurity Capacity Development Specialist for position are as follows:
- Postgraduate degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, Telecommunications, Digital Transformation, or related field.
- Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in in cybersecurity capacity development, cybersecurity awareness, SOMCIRT/CERT operations, or ICT security leadership roles in either the public or private sectors.
- Relevant experience in cybersecurity capacity-building initiatives, ICT development programs, digital transformation projects, telecommunications, regulatory institutions, academia, international organizations, or consultancy assignments.
- Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing cybersecurity awareness campaigns, workforce development programs, institutional strengthening initiatives, and cybersecurity training activities.
- Proven experience in organizing cybersecurity trainings, workshops, CyberDrills, conferences, stakeholder engagement programs, and cybersecurity awareness events.
- Demonstrated capability to coordinate with government institutions, academia, development partners, regional organizations, private sector stakeholders, and international cybersecurity communities.
- The Candidate should have work experience and in-depth knowledge of Somalia generally and a sensitivity to the underlying state of fragility and prevailing challenges in particular.
- Proven experience in cybersecurity-related assignments at high-level Government institutions, NGOs, regulatory authorities, international organizations, and various other stakeholders.
Duration and Reporting of the Assignment: The Cybersecurity Capacity Development Specialist will be engaged for a period of one (1) year to renewal on an annual basis based on satisfactory performance certified by NCA and availability of funds. The consultant will report to the client, the National Communications Authority (NCA), through its Director General as a supervisor; the consultant should submit written monthly and quarterly progressive reports with the review and satisfactory approval of the client.
The Ministry of Communications and Technology now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing these services. Interested Individual Consultants must submit their Curriculum Vitae (CV) and cover letter indicating that they are qualified to perform the services.
The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) can be found at the following website: https://nca.gov.so/jobs/ or it can be forwarded to the applicant upon written request to the project generic email address indicated below.
The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to paragraphs 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers: Procurement in Investment Financing - Goods, Works, Non-Consulting and Consulting Services dated July 2016 and revised in November 2017, August 2018, November 2020 and September 2023, (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.
The selection will be conducted in accordance with the procedures for selection of Individual Consultants set out in the World Bank Procurement Regulations for Investment Project Financing (IPF) Borrowers dated September 2023 (Procurement Regulations).
Interested Consultant may obtain further information in a written communication to the below project generic email address during office hours from 9.00am to 4.00pm local time (Excluding public holidays).
A Complete application of Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover letter should be submitted electronically (by e-mail) to the address below on, or before August 20, 2026, at 2.00pm, (Local Time) marked clearly as “Expression of Interest for Cybersecurity Capacity Development Specialist; SO-MOCT-FGS-557030-CS-INDV)”
To: Procurement Office, EA-RDIP
Project Implementation Unit (PIU)
E-mail: procurement.ea-rdip@moct.gov.so
Copy to: The Director General of NCA. E-mail: dg@nca.gov.so
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on August 4, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: OP00460174. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Eastern Africa Regional Digital Integration Project
Eastern Africa Regional Digital Integration Project has issued 61 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 4 currently open and 34 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Information & Communication Technology, Transport & Logistics, and Education & Training. Notices are distributed via WB - World Bank. Most recent publication: August 4, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in Eastern and Southern Africa. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
How can I submit a bid?
Visit WB - World Bank to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference OP00460174 when communicating with the contracting authority.
When does this tender close?
The submission deadline is August 20, 2026. You have 14 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Eastern Africa Regional Digital Integration Project in Eastern and Southern Africa. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Consulting contract in the Information & Communication Technology sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
Find tenders like this automatically
Set up alerts and filters that match your business — never miss a relevant opportunity again.
Sectors & Categories
Key Details
Contracting Authority
Contact
Companies That Won Similar
Companies with awards in Information & Communication Technology in Eastern and Southern Africa