Building Materials & Technology Promotion Council invites application from interested professionals to join Project Monitoring, for BSUP and IHSDP Projects under JNNURM scheme for allocated cities in India.

Background:-  BMTPC  has been identified by GOI as a monitoring agency for implementation of Jawahar lal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission (JNNURM) for various cities. As part of various initiatives under this scheme BMTPC is in the process of establishing Project Monitoring Cell  to enhance the overall capacity for effective implementation of the scheme.

In the process, eight (8) professionals from following background are proposed to be hired on contractual basis and the posts are:-

 Information Technology Officer -3 posts( all unreserved)

Economist -2 posts(one unreserved and one OBC)

Civil Engineer -2 posts(one unreserved and one SC)

Social Development specialist -1 post(OBC)

Terms of engagement: - The engagement of the professionals will be initially for a period of two years, to be reviewed annually based on the performance, outputs and desired impacts. The remuneration for the above-mentioned post will be based on the qualification and experience in the respective field. The employment will be governed by standard contractual agreement. The persons working with Government/ Public Sector Undertaking/Autonomous Body may also apply through proper channel.

Reservations& concessions in contractual appointment of SC/ST/OBCs are governed as per govt.rules which are falling under 13 posts Roasters and  posts are reserved as given above.

Statement of qualification: -  For information about roles and responsibilities of Appraisal & monitoring cell, specialized knowledge and qualification for professionals for each post and other details, please visit http://www.bmtpc.org

Age limit :- The candidates applying for the above posts must not be less than 25 years  as on 1.05.08.

Last Date :- 15 days from date of publication in Newspaper.

How to apply :- Interested candidates may download the application form from the website of BMTPC. The candidates are requested to submit the duly filled application form along with a demand draft/ipo of Rs. 100/- (one hundred only) (non-refundable) in the favour of "BMTPC" through registered post or in a person at the following address :-

To,

The Executive Director             

BMTPC

1^st Floor,Core-5A,India Habitat Centre

Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003

Phone No: +91-11-246 8096,  2463 8097

 website :www.bmtpc.org    E_mail : bmtpc@del2.vsnl.net.in  (Download Application Form)

Information about  Project Appraisal and Monitoring Cell

BMTPC has been designated as the Monitoring Agency for the projects under JNNURM by MoHUPA. The Council has been receiving large number of Projects from various States. Monitoring of these projects involves in-depth study, analysis and critical evaluation as per guidelines of JNNURM. The Council is also actively involved in conducting Training Programmes under JNNURM on the advice of the Ministry in various parts of the country. 

Ministries of Housing & Urban Poverty Alleviation  has selected BMTPC for undertaking Monitoring of implementation of BSUP and IHSDP projects including sanction, physical and financial progress, implementation of reforms and capacity building programmes. Monitoring Agency would analyze the monitoring output along with the quarterly report being furnished by the State Government/ Union Territory to the JNNURM Directorate. The outcome of such analyses along with the corrective measures suggested, if any would be furnished to the JNNURM directorate every month.

Monitoring Agency shall analyze the electronically generated data for monitoring and shall also undertake field visits and physical verification of implementation in a friendly manner. Actual site photographs (still photographs) may be accompanied with the monthly progress report on monitoring to be intimated to the MoHUPA.  

The detailed activities to be undertaken by the Monitoring Agency are summarized below:-

Monitoring of projects in conjunction with urban reforms, capacity building programmes and Mission Outcomes under Basic Services to the Urban Poor (BSUP) and Integrated Housing & Slum Development Programme (IHSDP) comprising:

Monitoring of Appraisal & Sanction of Projects and Release of Funds, Compilation of Project Information (Financial & Physical) based on sanctions accorded by CSMC/CSC Monitoring Physical Progress of Projects State-wise/ULB-wise. The annual progress of projects – Approval, Release and Utilization of funds including submission of Utilization Certificates.    Progress of key reforms.

Deliverables on part of the Monitoring Agency are:

1.      Monthly review based on desk appraisal of Quarterly Progress Reports received from State Governments/UT Administrations

2.      Monthly Analytical Reports and Comparative Statements on Progress made under JNNURM towards project implementation in print as well as electronic form.

3.      Maintenance of software designed to capture online information with regard to physical and financial progress of projects and progress of reforms and capacity building programmes from State Governments/UT Administrations.

4.      Periodic reports on visits undertaken to State Level/ UT Nodal Agencies and Urban Local Bodies/Executing Agencies.

The Monitoring Agency to participate in meetings, discussions and presentation on progress of work and above-mentioned deliverables to MoHUPA as may be required

The Monitoring work requires extensive traveling all over India for physical verification and on-site monitoring.

Terms of Engagement

The engagement of the professionals will be for a period initially for two years, to be reviewed annually based on performance, outputs and desired impacts. The financial support from GOI for contractual hiring of the individual professionals will be commensurate with the qualification, experience, performance during interview & recommendation the Selection Committee, which will be final & binding.

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Terms of Reference of Professionals

A.         Information Technology Officer

          Scope of work

Managing database, Preparation of Monitoring Statements, online Monitoring and Data Analysis

The ToR shall include, but not restricted to the following:

·        Coordination of data entry and file uploads into systems used by the CELL/ULB on a regular basis.

·        Coordinate management of electronic data pertaining to the ULB, including soft copies of letters, reports and numerical data. This may involve conversion of data and reports in hard copy to electronic form, as well as their storage in an organized filing system.

·        Assisting Cell officials in operating IT systems on a daily basis; provide handholding support when required.

         Qualifications and Experience

(i)            A Bachelors /Masters degree in one of the following streams:

·        BE/BTech Computer Science/Electronics  MCA/PGDCA in IT

·        MSc Computer Science

(ii)          7-10 years in government/semi govt/ autonomous organizations/private company of repute. Should have exposure to software development & project management, database management, MIS etc

(iii)      Ability to work in a team and train staff on the job to use the systems and  assist in day to day issues related to IT.

The officer shall  discuss  progress  proactively  with  her/his  designated  supervisor.

B.         Economist

Scope of Work

Project appraisal, Monitoring of Reforms, Data Analysis, especially related to the socio-economic aspects of slum projects.

The Economist  shall play an important role in revenue potential assessment, financial  analysis of revenue and expenditure, explore potential for raising debt capital  for  projects,  assess financial  viability of investment  plans,  preparation  of   financial  projections  and  revenue  mobilization  plans  of  the  ULB. 

More Specifically:

·        Render advice on all economic matters. Coordinate with all Government  and funding agencies on all financial matters

·        Undertake detailed revenue potential assessments.

·        Facilitate Public Private Partnership in new projects and assist in bid  process  management,  negotiations,  contract  management  and  other  financial aspects of the project

·        Develop innovative approach towards capital financing

·        Timely  preparation  of  reports  and  reporting  for  project  purposes.

Qualifications and Experience

(i)          Post graduate in economics, however, Ph.D in Economics is preferred.

(ii)        The person should have 5-10 years experience in handling economic matters  of Government Agency/ Development Authority/ Public Sector/NGOs and should  be conversant with accounting on an accrual basis. Experience in working  of municipal environment would be an added advantage

(iii)      Exposure to handling grant for project purposes is desirable

(iv)       Ability to work in a team and train staff on the job to use the systems and  assist in addressing day to day issues.

C.                  Civil Engineer

Scope of Work

The ToR is not limited to the services indicated below; the council shall  incorporate more activities in the related field that are relevant to the job as  required from time to time.

Project Monitoring and use of Latest Software for project management,Preparation and checking of cost estimates

·        Assist the ULBs in formulation and implementation of Water supply,  Sewerage, Drainage and Solid Waste Management projects

·        Support  ULB  officials  in  formulating  and  implementing  projects  and  provide handholding support as required

·        Assist ULB in formulation and revision of building bye-laws in line  with the JNNURM reforms

·        Ensure updation of base maps, including GIS maps for the ULB on  periodic basis

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Qualifications and Experience

o       BE/B.Tech. in Civil Engineering with Master Degree in Engineering.

o       Post Graduate Diploma in management is added qualification and preferred

o       Experience in usage of computers, will be preferred.

o       Ability to work in a team and train staff on the job to use the systems and  assist in day to day issues

o       Minimum 5 years of experience in similar activities would be preferred.

D.         Social  Development specialist

Scope of Work

Project Monitoring, Structuring and Monitoring the projects by integrating to socio-economic surveys with livelihoods and poverty alleviation issues

The Terms of Reference of the incumbent shall include, but not be restricted to the following activities:

Provide necessary inputs  for  enactment  of  the Community   Participation Law to institutionalize citizen participation and introducing  the concept of Area Sabha in urban areas

·        Identify and address concerns related to gender and urban poor.  Network  with  civil  society  and  private  sector.

·        departments such as health, education and social welfare in order to  bring convergence of their schemes/ leverage their schemes with  projects under UIG.

·        Render advice on all matters pertaining to social development, community participation, urban poverty alleviation, on demand.

·        Help collation of Social Impact Assessment and Environmental Impact  Assessment studies for JNNURM projects, wherever required.

Qualifications and Experience

Master degree in Sociology, however, Ph.D in Social Science is preferred.

o             The incumbent should be a qualified sociologist/ social worker from an   Institution  of  repute,  preferably  with  some  hands-on  training  with  development communication.

o             The person should have at least 5 years experience in programme delivery  in services, particularly to underserved sections of the society, preferably  in  urban areas, with adequate experience in social audit.

o             Experience of having dealt with Government Agencies and familiarity with government procedures of financing, implementation etc.

o             Ability to work in a team and train staff on the job and assist in day to day  issues related to social concerns.

Experience in usage of computers and internet will be preferred.

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