Details of Data Center (DC) Facility Engineer (Individual Consultant)

Background: 

The Ministry of Communication and Technology (MoCT) is the principal federal body in Somalia responsible for formulating national policies, laws, and regulations concerning telecommunications and information and communications technology (ICT). Its mandate includes overseeing sector standards, promoting the growth of telecommunications infrastructure, safeguarding consumer interests, and fostering a knowledge-based economy and information society. Guided by the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Somalia and other relevant legislation, the MoCT played a key role in the adoption of the National Communications Law in 2017. This law laid the foundation for a competitive and inclusive ICT regulatory environment and led to the establishment of the National Communications Authority (NCA) in 2018 as the sector’s regulatory body, tasked with supporting universal access to ICT services.

In 2019, the MoCT led the development of Somalia’s first National ICT Policy and Strategy for the period 2019–2023, aimed at addressing gaps in ICT infrastructure and driving the country’s digital transformation. The establishment of a National Data Center is a key component of the World Bank-funded Somalia Capacity Advancement, Livelihoods and Entrepreneurship through Digital Uplift Project (SCALED-UP). The Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) considers the establishment of a national Data Center as a critical step in advancing the country’s ongoing digital transformation in both the public and private sectors. In line with this vision, the Ministry of Communication and Technology (MoCT) has been actively planning and is now implementing the creation of a centralized national Data Center. This facility will consolidate the existing, scattered data hosting infrastructures currently housed within various FGS institutions. The centralized Data Center aims to enhance the overall efficiency, security, and sustainability of the FGS's data management infrastructure.To support the operation of this facility, the MoCT is seeking to recruit a Data Center Facility Engineer responsible for the operations and maintenance of the physical infrastructure.

2. Responsibilities: The Facility Engineer shall Design, develop, secure and maintain the entire physical infrastructure of the Data Center; Ensure adequate power to maintain target environment for all IT hardware in the Data Center; Perform reliability testing and assists in planning emergency and disaster recovery procedures; Maintain asset inventory of the Data Center; Operate and maintain Data Center infrastructure management system; Monitor and ensure Data Center condition is maintained according to preset level; Perform preventive maintenance activities; Ensure that all system functional requirements such as Access control, Fire Suppression, Environmental Control , Voltage protection are successfully acquired and tested; Provide Support for generation, review, approval, and implementation of change modification proposals for accuracy, completeness, and remediation. The Consultant will be based in Mogadishu, Somalia. All other specific tasks detailed in the Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be found at the following website:  https://mof.gov.so/publications/terms-reference-terms-reference-data-centre-engineer-moct

3. Duration: The proposed duration for the assignment is 8 Months.

Skills and qualifications

Selection Criteria: The selection shall be based on qualification, experience and skills of the candidate and followed by an interview. To effectively support the operation of this facility, the MoCT is seeking to recruit a Data Center Facility Engineer, candidates interested in the role of Data Center Facility Engineer should possess a combination of relevant education, experience, and skills. The following qualifications are required:

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in electrical/mechanical engineering
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in Data Center facility operations required
• Strong background in Data Center Infrastructure projects is required
• Professional Certification preferred
• Current knowledge of Data Center facility systems, procedures and processes
• Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical and life safety monitoring and control
• Computer Skills: i.e. Microsoft Office Suite
•  Excellent communication skills

5. The Ministry of Ministry of Finance now invites eligible consulting (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services and furnish the Curriculum Vitae (CV).

6. Attention of interested Consultants is drawn to section III, para 3.14,3.16 & 3.17 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers: Procurement in Investment Projects Financing Goods, Works, Non -Consulting and Consulting Services dated in February 2025 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.  

7. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant method set out in the World Bank Procurement Regulations.

How to apply

Interested Consultant may obtain further information (in person or by e-mail) at the address below during office hours from 8.00 a.m.– 4.00 p.m. Saturday to Thursday except on public holidays.

9. Deadline for submission: Expressions of interest should be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by e-mail) by 28th April 2025 4:00PM local Time.

Apply to bid.scaledup@piu.mof.gov.so