Përshkrimi
USAID Kosovo Compete Activity
STATEMENT OF WORK
Description of project
USAID Kosovo Compete Activity (“USAID Compete”) is a five-year project funded by the United States Agency for International Development. It is implemented by DT Global in consortia with Kosovo-based Recura Financials and US-based Canopy Lab. USAID Compete seeks to sustainably improve competitiveness in three key export-oriented sectors of wood processing (including the prefabricated buildings subsector) food processing and ICT. USAID Compete works to empower firms, organizations, and institutions to improve market systems. By working to address constraints across the system, USAID Compete seeks to enable scalable and systemic change to occur, stimulating job creation and the private sector’s increased ability to engage in local, regional, and international markets. The expected results of USAID Compete across all three sectors are: 1) market systems are strengthened to increase sector competitiveness; and 2) market actors within those market systems are more productive and competitive.
Background of the assignment:
USAID Compete is supporting IPKO Foundation to enhance the international exposure, inclusivity, and competitiveness of Kosovo's Information and Communication Technology (ICT) companies through their participation in DokuTech Berlin and its B2B meetings. This initiative is designed to support Kosovo's diverse ICT sector, with a specific focus on women-led and underrepresented companies in market access activities. Organized by the IPKO Foundation, DokuTech is an annual event that brings together tech talent from Kosovo with top international innovators, executives, and thought leaders. Previous editions have attracted over 7,000 attendees and more than 90 renowned speakers at live events. In December 2024, the IPKO Foundation will organize its first-ever DokuTech event in Berlin. The USAID Kosovo Compete Activity is supporting the IPKO Foundation by engaging a short-term international expert to facilitate the B2B session as part of DokuTech Berlin. This event will serve as a critical platform for Kosovo's ICT companies to establish new partnerships, gain insights into international markets, and explore business opportunities with companies from Germany and other European countries.
| Name of Position | International B2B Facilitation Expert for DokuTech Berlin Edition |
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General Responsibilities
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The Expert will be responsible for supporting the coordination and execution of IPKO’s B2B Berlin event, scheduled for November 2024. His/Her tasks and responsibilities involve finding and engaging with companies in Berlin, coordinating with partners, and ensuring the smooth organization of the event. IPKO Foundation will handle elements such as renting the venue, managing vendors, and sending invitations to ensure there is no confusion about the role requirements. |
| Specific Tasks and Responsibilities |
The specific tasks of the Expert are:
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| Key Deliverables |
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| Minimum Education Requirement |
Relevant University Degree (preferable in Economics, Business Management and/or ICT) |
| Minimum Professional Experience |
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| Period of Performance | September 2024 – November 2024 |
| Reporting | The Expert is required to submit regular/weekly reporting to USAID Compete on key updates. |
| Level of Effort | Approximately 20 working days |
| Supervisor | ICT Sector Lead of USAID Kosovo Compete Activity |
| Supervisory role | None |
Application:
To apply please submit your CV and a one-page cover letter in English.
Please send the requested documents electronically to the following email: [email protected]
All submissions must be received on or before Tuesday, September 24, 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be interviewed.
