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CONSULTANCY TO REVIEW THE CORPORATE GOVERNANCE FRAMEWORK OF PACIFIC
TRADE & INVEST

Pacific Islands Trade and Invest (PT&I) is the trade and investment promotion agency of the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat (PIFS). Established in 1979, PT&I is mandated to promote export and investment opportunities for Pacific Island Countries (PICs).

With offices in Auckland, Beijing, Geneva, Sydney and Tokyo and a presence in Europe, the PT&I network is positioned to facilitate inward investment and connect Pacific Island producers to global value chains with the ultimate aim of advancing the economic development of the PICs.

PT&I seeks and promotes investment through its network and supports the development and promotion of Pacific Island exports. PT&I also provides capacity building support to firms seeking to become export ready, and assists in promoting and facilitating export-capable businesses.

To determine the medium to long-term effectiveness of the PT&I network as measure in against mandated objectives, an extensive independent review of the PT&I was undertaken 2013. The review gave rise to a number of recommendations aimed at strengthening the operation and functions of the network. Central among those recommendations is the call for the establishment of a new and better coordinated private sector led governance model.

The rationale for this proposed change responds to the assessed need to more effectively respond to the growing demands and specific needs of clients and stakeholders.

While the 2013 Review identified one possible approach towards achieving an enhanced governance model, this consultancy is expected to produce a minimum of two (2) and maximum of three (3) options/ recommendations.

Proposed options are to be based on best-practice models taking into account the legal status of the Pacific Island Forum Secretariat and the PT&I; the relationship between PT&I offices and their host governments; respective funding arrangements; implications on the overall public policy objectives of the PT&I; and other relevant aspects of the PT&I reform programme.

Recommended options for a new governance model will takes into account:
• The Establishment Agreements for each office and the Review of the Pacific Island Trade and Invest (2013);
• The assessed need for increased private sector oversight and direction;
• Sustainability (financial and policy); and
• The need for increased operational autonomy.
• The operation of the offices as an integrated entity/network where individual offices support each other and achieve the whole of network outcomes for Pacific Islands.

Core Responsibilities

The PIFS invites tenders from suitably qualified consultants to undertake a comprehensive independent assessment of the governance framework of the PT&I including its relationship with the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat.

The key outputs of this work will entail implementable recommendations based on best practice models of corporate governance frameworks that will enhance the functioning of the network and secure the sustainability of the PT&I as a leader in trade and investment promotion for the pacific private sector exports and contributing to increased investments in Pacific Island Countries.

To this end, we are seeking consultants with experience in international law, corporate governance and change management, having a track record of having worked with large corporations and international organisations.

Specifications of the project is outlined in the Terms of Reference which can be downloaded at www.tenders.net/forumsec.

The consultant shall undertake:
- desk research;
- consult with the PIFS Executive and Senior Management;
- travel to the PT&I offices in Auckland, Beijing and Sydney to consult with the management and staff as well to capitals to consults with line ministries.

As an integral part of this work, the consultant will produce an implementation road map for each proposed recommendation to include as well, indicative timescales and potential cost implications for implementation and future administration.

5.0. RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
The consultant will have a minimum of 10 years’ experience working in the Pacific with proven knowledge of the Pacific private sector. The incumbent will have experience in international law, corporate governance and change management with a track record of having worked with large corporations and international organisations.
The incumbent will have a highly analytical skill set with high proficiency in drafting executive reports. An understanding of public policy and its relationship to private sector development will be an asset.

HOW TO APPLY

Submissions should be clearly marked as:
REQUEST FOR TENDER – “Review of the Pacific Trade & Invest network Corporate Governance Arrangements and Structure”.

Method of Submissions:
Submissions must be forwarded in PDF format following the instructions at: www.tenders.net/forumsec.

*All interested bidders will need to register at www.tenders.net/forumsec.

Deadline for Submissions:
Submissions need to reach the Forum Secretariat by 5pm (Fiji time) Friday 16 June 2017. Late or incomplete tenders will not be considered.

All queries or requests for information must be submitted via the Question and Answer Forum on www.tenders.net/forumsec before 5pm on Friday 9 June 2017.

All queries will be responded to via the Question and Answer Forum on www.tenders.net/forumsec before 5pm on Tuesday 13 June 2017.

Notes:
1. The Secretariat will not be responsible for non-receipt/non-delivery of the Bid documents due to any reason whatsoever.
2. Applicants who submitted proposals in January are invited to re-apply.

Any complaints regarding the Secretariat’s tender must be directed to the following email: Tender.Complaints@forumsec.org. This email address will forward your complaint to a person that is independent and removed from the tender process. Complaints must be well founded and should not be used as a mechanism for notifying displeasure with the outcome of a tender award.

In the event that further information is required by the Secretariat in relation to the Request for tender, the Secretariat reserves the right to seek the required information without the need for calling for re-submission of proposals.