Local Infrastructure Expert (Quality Assurance)

Purpose of the Role

The purpose of this role is to bring in a high level of understanding and expertise to the team on independent verification of the quality of local infrastructure delivery by the Local Governments in selected Provinces (particularly in rural areas), touching upon as many dimensions as possible, including climate resilience, policy compliance and end-user inclusion. The candidate shall offer excellent analytical skills to work on field-level findings and generate evidence to derive high-level recommendations, propose additional research areas, and suggest areas of improvement and actions by the Local Governments. This role will contribute to generating reports and communication materials of high quality.

Scope of Work

• Review the regulatory envelope for Local Infrastructure delivery by the Local Governments (LGs) and assess the level of compliance with Federal, Provincial, and LG levels policies, guidelines, plans, and regulations.
• Undertake assessment of Local Infrastructure Planning and Budgeting Processes at the Local Government level in terms of quality and adequacy of the process and its outcomes.
• Carry out verification of infrastructure works quantity, quality, and value for money achieved in the delivery of local infrastructure
• Review the mainstreaming of climate resilience, sustainability, GEDSI, and inclusion, and climate impact mitigation, working with expert team members as necessary.
• Generate evidence-led insight and strategic recommendations for process improvements related to local infrastructure delivery
• Prepare reports on the findings and recommendations, demonstrating in-depth analysis and a high level of communication skills
• Incorporate innovation in methodology and application of digital tools in undertaking the above
• Engage in communication with key stakeholders
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of risk assessment and mitigation, including climate change disasters