The Ministry of Economy and Finance of the Royal Government of Cambodia (RGC) coordinated the formulation of the National Social Protection Policy Framework (NSPPF) in 2016 which defines the necessary areas of reform to ensure income security of the people, reduce poverty, strengthen the stability of the financial system and sustain economic growth.
As we approach the mid-point mark of the NSPPF 2016-2025, it is ideal for NSPC to take stock of the development of Social Protection in Cambodia, to recognize the achievements and to also identify areas where an update of the NSPPF might be needed in order to attain the lofty ambitions it has set, and to remain relevant to the changing demands of the social protection system as a whole.
(further details in the Concept Note in Annex)
OBJECTIVE
The objective of the review is to provide a comprehensive evaluation of the NSPPF and propose, on this basis, options for reforms / improvements. It should consist of an evaluation of the current social protection landscape vis-à-vis the objectives of the current Rectangular Strategy and National Strategic Development Plan 2019-2023 and reflects the current understanding of the social protection system in Cambodia. In addition, it should also be an opportunity to assess the overall performance of the social protection system in Cambodia versus the country's needs, particularly in terms of creating a more inclusive and sustainable social protection system. In this regard, It should also include the identification of new areas and gaps that have arisen and are not addressed by the NSPPF. It should provide options with consideration of the overall feasibility to pursue these options, so as to enhance and update the framework to include an articulation of the strategy for the further implementation of the NSPPF.
As such, the main objectives are:
EXPECTED DELIVERABLES
A consolidated report on the Review of the NSPPF
TENTATIVE TIMELINE OF DELIVERABLES
The consultancy is scheduled to start in February 2021 and completed by August 2021.
The Service Provider is strongly encourage to register their interest and submit their written enquiries to email before the closing date. An online briefing for all interested Service Provider will be conducted on 12th February where the written enquiries and further clarification will be provided. The Service Provider should send their technical proposal including CVs of team members and previous similar works to email. The financial proposal shall be submitted separately to email Both technical and financial proposals are to be submitted by 22nd February 2021. Late submissions will not be considered