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Firm to Develop the SDG Pipeline Builder Methodology for Resilient and TransitioClosed
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Overview
UNDP seeks a consulting firm to develop and update the SDG Pipeline Builder Methodology for resilient and transitional financing in Mali, covering macroeconomic SME analysis, investor assessments, de-risking, investee bankability profiles, and strategic outreach to investors. The bidder should have expertise in sustainable finance, SME finance in developing contexts, and methodology development. The assignment is home-based with travel to Mali if security permits, and relies on UNDP Africa Sustainable Finance Hub for background materials; follow UNDP procurement rules and submit via the Quantum portal by the deadline.
Requirements
- Proven track record in sustainable finance, SME financing, and investment-readiness in Africa or similar contexts.
- Ability to conduct macroeconomic SME analysis, assess access to finance, and outline operational constraints.
- Experience in investor assessments (type, instruments, screening criteria, investment committee requirements) and in developing Investee Bankability Profiles by investor/instrument.
- Capability to integrate de-risking mechanisms into investment structuring from the outset.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct strategic outreach to national/regional/international investors and financial intermediaries.
- Strong methodological development skills and deliverable-quality documentation; English fluency; ability to work remotely with travel to Mali if permitted.
How to Apply
- Deadline: 30 July 2026 14:00.
- Submission method: via UNDP Quantum portal (as per tender documents in Quantum).
- Documents to submit: technical proposal, financial proposal, company profile, CVs, and examples of similar work (plus any forms requested in Quantum tender documents).
- Pre-qualifications/registrations: refer to Quantum portal tender documents for eligibility criteria.
- Briefing: no briefing details provided in metadata.
- Where to obtain bid documents: UNDP Quantum portal (link provided in the tender metadata).
Firm to Develop the SDG Pipeline Builder Methodology for Resilient and Transitio [SCOPE OF TENDER......] Within this context, UNDP seeks a firm to update the methodology with the following main tasks: • Conduct macroeconomic analysis to understand how SMEs operate and adapt their business models to Mali’s economic context, and how these factors affect their ability to access finance.• Undertake investor assessments covering investor type, instruments, screening criteria, investment committee requirements, and key challenges hindering increased capital flows.• Assess and outline key operational challenges faced by SMEs stunting investment.• Develop Investee Bankability Profile by investor and instrument.• Integrate de-risking mechanisms into investment structuring from the outset.• Conduct strategic outreach to national / regional / international investors and financial intermediaries.• Recommendations for methodological implementation. UNDP Africa Sustainable Finance Hub will provide requisite background and methodological documents to the selected firm to execute the objectives of the consultancy.The location of the assignment is home-based but with expected travel to Mali to conduct stakeholder consultations if security risks permit. Search for the specific tender using search filters and subscribe to the tender in order to get notifications in case of amendments of the tender document. If you need support with the online system, you can contact the contact details of this tender as indicated in the solicitation document. [UNDP OFFICE SOUTH AFRICA] Documents available on UNDP Quantum portal: https://undp.sharepoint.com/sites/Docs-Public/Procurement/Forms/AllItems.aspx?env=Embedded&isAscending=false&FilterType1=Text&sortField=Modified&FilterField1=NegotiationNumber&FilterValue1=UNDP-ZAF-00230
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