Recruitment of Financial Accountant

Tajikistan Water Supply and Sanitation Investment Project

Published: Jul 24, 2026

Updated: Jul 28, 2026

Source: world_bank

About This Opportunity

Request for Expression of Interest | Project: Tajikistan Water Supply and Sanitation Investment Project | Method: Individual Consultant Selection | Ref: PIU-CHCS-WSIP/AF-001

This is a consulting contract in the infrastructure, education and training and water and sanitation sectors. Located in Tajikistan, Central Asia, this opportunity is open to individual consultants. Proposals must be submitted before August 19, 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

Project: Tajikistan Water Supply and Sanitation Investment Project

Special Notice on the Selection of a Financial Accountant WSIP-1-AF

Organization: Project Implementation Unit of the Committee for Housing and Communal Services under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan

Project: Water Supply and Sanitation Investment Project in Tajikistan (Phase-1)

Additional Funding (AF)

Position: Financial Accountant

Country: Republic of Tajikistan

Grant No: No E 0950-001 Tj

Released: July 24 , 2026

INTRODUCTION

The Water Supply and Sanitation Investment Project (WSIP-1), approved by the World Bank's Board of Executive Directors on June 23, 2022. WSIP-1 represents the first phase of the Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Investment Program and aims to improve access to safe and reliable water services in selected rural and peri-urban areas of the southwestern Khatlon region, taking into account climate risks. The project focuses on areas with limited access to safely managed water services, high dependence on poor water sources, high levels of poverty, and limited investment.

WSIP-1 will receive additional funding in the form of a grant from the European Union to help achieve the project's development objectives. The additional financing will help fill the funding gap and expand water supply services in priority settlements in the Vakhsh, Vose, Balkha and Dusti districts. The total financing of the project will improve water supply systems in 126 villages, covering about 280,000 people, and strengthen the institutional capacity of the housing and communal services.

The Committee for Housing and Communal Services (CHCS) of the Republic of Tajikistan established a Project Implementation Unit (PDC) in the field of drinking water supply and wastewater management, responsible for the implementation of Component 1 activities within the framework of additional financing. The PIU will have overall responsibility for the consolidation of financial statements, including interim financial statements (IFRs), reporting on the progress of the project and monitoring, as well as compliance with environmental, social and fiduciary requirements in accordance with the Project Implementation Manual (POM).

Component 1 provides for the financing of a set of activities aimed at institutional strengthening and capacity development of water sector institutions at the national, regional and local levels to ensure sustainable service delivery in the project area. Under Component 1, additional funding covers activities to strengthen the institutional capacity of the Housing and Utilities Sector, including the construction of a new training center/laboratory, an administrative building of the Vakhsh Utility Company, as well as the provision of technical assistance for the development of internal regulatory documents, operational procedures and support tools for SUE "Housing and Public Utilities" and water supply enterprises.

OBJECTIVE

The purpose of the assignment is to ensure effective financial management and accounting within the Project. The Financial Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate accounting, managing the funds and assets of the Project, preparing financial statements, complying with the requirements of the World Bank and the legislation of the Republic of Tajikistan, as well as ensuring effective internal control in accordance with the Project Implementation Manual.

DURATION OF THE CONTRACT

The deadline for commencement of the task will begin in September 2026 and will initially be 6 months, including a three-month probationary period. The extension of the contract will be carried out by the Director of the PIU, subject to satisfactory performance and approval by the World Bank. The Financial Accountant will be directly subordinate to the Director of the PIU CHCS.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

The financial accountant should preferably have experience in implementing similar projects financed by the World Bank, the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), the European Union (EU), or other international development partners. The candidate should have a good understanding of public financial management and infrastructure project implementation, especially in the areas of water, sanitation, housing or utilities, and have at least ten (10) years of practical work experience.

Minimum requirements:

Qualification criteria	Requirements
Education	University degree (bachelor's degree or higher) in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or a related field.
General professional experience	At least five (7) years of progressively responsible professional experience in accounting, financial management, or financial reporting. Practical knowledge of 1C is required.
Required experience and knowledge	A minimum of three (3) years of experience in financial management, allocation, and reporting of international financial institutions and donor-funded projects is required. Experience with the World Bank is an asset.
Knowledge of accounting and tax legislation	In-depth knowledge of accounting, taxation and financial legislation of the Republic of Tajikistan.
Professional competencies	Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet strict reporting deadlines.
Core competencies	Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Language	Fluency in written and spoken Tajik and Russian languages. Practical knowledge of English, especially for communicating with international development partners and preparing financial documentation, is considered an advantage.

Interested candidates should submit the following documents:

Resume (CV) containing information about education, work experience and qualifications
Copies of academic diplomas and professional certificates (in the field, etc.)

Click here to read the detailed Terms of Reference (ToR):

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-mo8_tUklrBMCiXgvaYXJkWvReQXhM52/view?usp=sharing

Deadline for submission of documents: August 19, 2026, until 16:00.

Submission of documents:

In paper form: Dushanbe, 56 N. Karabayev Street, 3rd floor
By e-mail: chcspiu@gmail.com addressed to the Director of the WSIP-1 AF Project, for the attention of Mr. Islomzoda M.

Based on the results of the review of the submitted resumes, the selected candidates will be notified within 10 working days after the deadline for submitting applications. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview (if necessary) and evaluated in due course.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on July 24, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: OP00458673. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Tajikistan Water Supply and Sanitation Investment Project

Tajikistan Water Supply and Sanitation Investment Project has issued 12 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 3 currently open and 5 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Water & Sanitation, Infrastructure, and Education & Training. All notices are published for Tajikistan. Notices are distributed via WB - World Bank. Most recent publication: July 24, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

How can I submit a bid?

Visit WB - World Bank to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference OP00458673 when communicating with the contracting authority.

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is August 19, 2026. You have 22 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Tajikistan Water Supply and Sanitation Investment Project in Tajikistan. 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 Tajikistan. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.