Communications Specialist

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Republic of Tajikistan Technical Assistance for Financing Framework for Rogun Hydropower Project

Project ID: P178819

Consulting services: Communications Specialist

Project Background The Government of the Republic of Tajikistan has received financing from the World Bank in the amount of US$15,000,000 toward the cost of the Technical Assistance (TA) for Financing Framework for the Rogun Hydropower Project This project is jointly financed by the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) (US$ 5.0 million).

The TA Project will help to: (a) strengthen technical, environmental, and social aspects of the Rogun hydropower plant construction project (Rogun HPP Project); (b) develop the commercial framework of the Rogun HPP Project; and (c) strengthen the institutional capacity of the Project Management Group for Energy Facilities Construction under the President of the Republic of Tajikistan Rogun (Rogun PMG), which is the implementing entity for Rogun HPP Project. Main objectives of the assignment The Consultant’s primary responsibility is to be the focal point for communications and outreach work across Rogun PMG, JSC Rogun HPP, DFZ and other key stakeholders involved in Rogun HPP Project to support communications for effective reflection of Project activities. The Terms of Reference for the assignment can be found at the following link:

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The Consultant should have the following qualifications: University degree (bachelor’s or a master’s degree) in Communications, Political Science, International Relations, Journalism, Public Affairs; Five (5) or more years’ experience working with International Organizations, Donors’ funded projects, communications, international relations, public affairs, political science, or other related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. In addition, working experience in Investment Operations will be valued; State-of-the art knowledge in the field of strategic communications, and ability to address a range of issues related to a business group, including taking the lead on highly visible and sensitive assignments; Highly developed verbal and written communications skills in English, Tajik and Russian languages, ability to convey complex messages succinctly and diplomatically; Demonstrates an in-depth understanding of target audiences, highly effective writing style, and expertise in high-impact messaging to global audiences; Has excellent working knowledge of digital and social media, including Facebook and Twitter, with experience in creating and sharing digital content; Shows sensitivity when delivering politically sensitive communication to large group/public forums and/or strategic parties; Effectively counsels /coaches team members, senior management in their delivery of messages to a variety of constituents, even on challenging topics; Anticipates problems and opportunities; with potential problems, surfaces contributing factors and resolves them before there is negative impact; Coaches others in selecting and using appropriate problem-solving methods; Experience in working closely with senior leaders on communications and in dealing with media; Proven ability to operate effectively in a multicultural environment; Understanding of multilateral development banks, including the WB/AIIB, its policies and operations a plus.

An individual Consultant shall be selected following Open Competitive Selection of Individual Consultants in accordance with Section VI, paragraphs, 7.36 and 7.37 of “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” February 2025 (“Procurement Regulations”). 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” February 2025 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. Interested consultants may obtain further information at the address below during office hours 09:00 to 17:00 (local time). Interested consultants must submit CV, two Recommendation letters and a cover letter in Tajik/Russian and English languages with indication of the position name to the address below (in person or by e-mail) by October 23, 2026 (17:00 Dushanbe time)

Attn: [contact details removed]

Director Project Management Group for Energy Facilities Construction under the President of the Republic of Tajikistan 5/1 Shamsi str., 6 th floor, 734064, Dushanbe

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E-mail: [contact details removed], admin@pmgrogun.com