International Technical Advisor – Civil Engineering / Infrastructure (support to MISE)
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About This Opportunity
Request for Expression of Interest | Project: Kiribati Outer Islands Resilience and Adaptation Project | Method: Individual Consultant Selection | Ref: C2-CS-013
This is a consulting contract in the infrastructure, education and training and energy and power sectors. Located in Kiribati, Asia, this opportunity is open to individual consultants. Proposals must be submitted before June 26, 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 infrastructure 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
12 June 2026
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (CONSULTING SERVICES – INDIVIDUAL)
Kiribati Outer Islands Resilience and Adaptation Project – P176702 – Ministry of Culture and Internal Affairs (MCIA), Kiribati
Assignment Title: | International Technical Advisor – Civil Engineering - Infrastructure | Reference No. (as per Procurement Plan): | C2-CS-013 |
The Government of Kiribati has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Kiribati Outer Islands Resilience and Adaptation Project (KOIRAP) – P176702, and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.
The consulting services (“the Services”) include the services of a full-time International Technical Advisor – Civil Engineering – Infrastructure to be based at the Ministry of Infrastructure and Sustainable Energy (MISE) in Kiribati. The objective of the assignment is to strengthen the technical, managerial, and institutional capacity of the Civil Engineering Department (CED) by providing high-level advisory and hands-on support to the Director, Civil Engineering Department, to improve infrastructure planning and delivery, asset management, project management systems, engineering standards, and quality assurance, capacity development of national engineers, and laboratory development, and to review and upgrade design and construction standards for civil infrastructure for roads, bridges, and coastal-related works.
The Consultant will work closely with MISE’s relevant department heads and coordinate with development partners and project management units supporting infrastructure programs, particularly the Kiribati Outer Islands Resilience and Adaptation Project, administered by MCIA.
The duration of the assignment is 24 months, and the Consultant is expected to be in-country and based at MISE for the entire duration. The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be requested by email from the KOIRAP Procurement Officer at troneti@mfep.gov.ki or tiroar@koirap.com.ki, with a copy to the KOIRAP Project Assistant at tearawat@koirap.com.ki.
KOIRAP now invites eligible individuals (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services by submitting a cover letter or Expression of Interest (EOI), a curriculum vitae with descriptions of experience in similar assignments and under similar conditions, and supporting documents. Staff of firms may express interest through the employing firm for the assignment and, in such cases, only the experience and qualifications of the individuals shall be considered in the selection process.
The criteria for selecting the Consultant are:
Qualifications and Experience
- Master’s degree (or higher) in Civil Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering, or related discipline.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in civil engineering or infrastructure development.
- At least 5 years in leadership or senior advisory roles.
- Experience working in small island developing states or developing countries preferred.
- Experience supporting government ministries or public infrastructure agencies.
Technical Expertise
- Infrastructure planning and project management
- Climate-resilient infrastructure
- Asset management systems
- Contract management and procurement
- Capacity building and institutional strengthening
Key Competencies
- Strong technical advisory capability
- Institutional development and mentoring skills
- Excellent communication and cross-cultural engagement
- Strategic planning and problem solving
- Ability to work effectively in remote island contexts
Referees of the preferred candidate will be contacted to verify prior experience, performance, and character traits.
The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers”, Sixth Edition, February 2025 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.
Expressions of interest must be delivered by email to the KOIRAP Procurement Officer at troneti@mfep.gov.ki or tiroar@koirap.com.ki, with copies to the KOIRAP Project Manager at manikaotitimeon@gmail.com and the KOIRAP Project Assistant at tearawat@koirap.com.ki, by Friday, 26 June 2026.
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on June 11, 2026. Last refreshed 4 days ago. Reference: OP00450701. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Kiribati Outer Islands Resilience and Adaptation Project
Kiribati Outer Islands Resilience and Adaptation Project has issued 5 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 1 currently open and 3 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Energy & Power, Education & Training, and Finance & Banking. Notices are distributed via WB - World Bank. Most recent publication: June 11, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
When does this tender close?
The submission deadline is June 26, 2026. Proposals must be received by the contracting authority before that date.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Kiribati Outer Islands Resilience and Adaptation Project in Kiribati. 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 Infrastructure sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in Kiribati. 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 OP00450701 when communicating with the contracting authority.
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