The consultant will support the engagement of local vendors and facilitate the acquisition of
construction permits. He will ensure competitive bidding by obtaining multiple quotes for each
procurement activity, manage key stakeholder relationships, and oversee the timely collection
of required documents for permit applications and approvals.

To perform this job successfully, the consultant must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned:

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  Support the engagement of local vendors for the Bill of Quantities (BoQ)
  validation, ensuring that all vendors meet the required specifications.
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  Facilitate vendor(s) engagement for the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
  and safety instruction notice.
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  Ensure timely submission of all construction application documents, meeting
  regulatory standards.
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  Liaise with Institut Pasteur de Dakar (IPD) management and the beneficiary to
  collect necessary documents for the construction permit application.
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  Coordinate with authorities to ensure accurate preparation and submission of
  permit application documents
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  Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and manage their expectations
  throughout the project.
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  Manage stakeholder expectations and address concerns proactively to ensure
  smooth project progression.
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  Lobby for necessary approvals and ensure that reviews are completed within
  the agreed schedule.
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  Secure the construction permit within the defined timeline.
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  Ensure that responses to Requests for Quotations (RFQs) are submitted
  promptly.
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  Ensure all documents required for the construction permit are prepared and
  submitted on time.
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  Monitor the application process and provide regular updates to the relevant
  stakeholders.
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  Maintain a clear timeline for document submissions and approvals
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  Identify and address any delays or bottlenecks promptly to avoid project disruption.

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  A checklist of all required documents for the construction permit application.

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  A finalized Bill of Quantities, validated by the local expert and consented to by the beneficiary

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  Completed and submitted the Environmental Impact Assessment document.

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  Safety instruction notice prepared and submitted in compliance with local regulations.

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  Completed construction permit application with all supporting documents submitted to local authorities.

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  Weekly progress reports on the status of the document preparation and permit application process.

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  Final report outlining the tasks completed, documents secured, and the overall status of the application.