SPECIFIC PROCURMENT NOTICE
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
Republic of Lebanon
Electricite Du Liban (EDL)
Lebanon Renewable Energy and System Reinforcement Project (P180501)
Loan No. IBRD-97310
Individual Consultant Selection
Senior Advisor

 

 

 

The Government of Lebanon has submitted a request for financing toward the cost of the Lebanon Renewable Energy and System Reinforcement Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.
The Project Development Objective (PDO) is to enable cleaner, more reliable, and efficient grid electricity services in Lebanon. The Project is implemented by Electricité du Liban (EDL) and the Litani River Authority (LRA), under the strategic guidance of the Ministry of Energy and Water (MoEW). The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.13, 3.15, and 3.16 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (February 2025), which set forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant Selection method set out in the Procurement Regulations.
The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment are attached to this request for expressions of interest and can be found on the Ministry of Energy and Water website Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours 09:00 to 14:00 hours. Submission of Expressions of Interest Interested individual consultants should submit their Expression of Interest (EOI) including:
• Updated CV demonstrating relevant experience and qualifications.
• Cover letter outlining suitability for the assignment.
• At least three (3) references with contact details.
Expressions of Interest must be delivered in written form to the address below (in person or e-mail to LRESRP-PROC@edl.gov.lb ) by July 07, 2026 at 12:00 PM (noon) Beirut Time.
The subject of the e-mail should be: “LRESRP – Senior Advisor”.
Electricité Du Liban Prefabricated Cell No. 38 Newly Installed on the West Side of the EDL Central Building Within its Headquarters in Beirut
Attn: Mrs. Rachel Chebl – Secretary of Purchase Committee RUE DU FLEUVE P.O. BOX 131, BEIRUT LEBANON
Tel: +961-1-442720 / 442729 Fax: +961-1-583084 E-mail: LRESRP-PROC@edl.gov.lb
Lebanon Renewable Energy and System Reinforcement Project
TERMS OF REFERENCE
Senior Advisor
Background
The Lebanon Renewable Energy and System Reinforcement Project (the Project), financed by the World Bank to the Lebanese Republic, was approved on October 1, 2024. The total financing is an International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) loan of US$250 million (Loan 97310-LB), with Electricité du Liban (EDL) allocated US$220 million, and Litani River Authority (LRA) allocated US$30 million. The Project Development Objective (PDO) is to enable cleaner, more reliable, and efficient grid electricity services in Lebanon. The Project is implemented by EDL and LRA, under the strategic guidance of the Ministry of Energy and Water (MoEW).
The Project components:
a) Component 1: Strengthening of EDL Operational and Commercial Systems (US$65 million).
b) Component 2: Increase of Grid-Connected Renewable Energy Supply and Network Reinforcement (US$170 million).
c) Component 3: Technical Assistance (US$15 million).
d) Component 4: Contingent Emergency Response Component (CERC). This component has zero funding allocation at the onset and will only be triggered in emergency circumstances.
In accordance with the Loan Agreement (LA), and as elaborated in the Project Operations Manual (POM), a Project Steering Committee (PSC) shall be established to provide overall strategic direction, facilitate coordination, and oversee project implementation. The PSC shall be established by the Ministry of Energy, and chaired by the Minister of Energy and Water, and maintained throughout the Project implementation period.
The PSC’s primary objectives are to provide strategic oversight, ensure policy and operational alignment, approve plans and budgets, monitor performance and compliance, steer sector reforms, coordinate stakeholders, and review key deliverables for effective project implementation
The PSC shall:
• Provide strategic direction and policy guidance for the Project.
• Oversee project implementation and ensure alignment with the Project’s Loan Agreement, the Environmental and Social Commitment Plan (ESCP) and instruments, and World Bank procurement regulations and operational policy.
• Approve Annual Work Plans and Budgets (AWPBs).
• Monitor project performance, compliance with the LA and POM, and timely implementation of activities.
• Steer and monitor the progress of sector reforms, as stated in the Letter of Electricity Sector Policy addressed from the Government of Lebanon to the World Bank Group President in August 2024, and in line with Article 4.01(b) of the LA.
• Facilitate coordination among implementing entities and stakeholders.
• Review and endorse key deliverables, including progress, financial, and environmental/social reports.
The PSC comprises:
• Chair: Minister of Energy and Water (MoEW)
• Members:
o Chairperson of the Board and Director General, EDL.
o Chairperson of Board and Director General, LRA
o Representative from Ministry of Finance (MoF)
o Representatives from the Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA)
A senior Advisor will be recruited to support PSC in executing its mandates listed above. The Senior Advisor will report directly to the PSC Chair (Minister of Energy and Water).
Scope of Work
The main role of the Senior Advisor is to advise and assist the PSC Chair on all strategic and implementation issues related to the Project, as well on Energy sector including the Public Private Partnership pipeline, regulatory and market reforms. The following will be among the scope of the Senior Advisor.
• Advise and assist the Minister on strategic, operational and technical issues of the sector;
• Advise and assist the Minister to specify ways and policy strategies in which the energy sector institutional regulatory framework should be developed and enhanced to ensure the future viability of the energy sector including ensuring that that policy decisions and other measures of the sector are implemented efficiently and effectively;
• Provide advisory services with regard to the review existing regulatory framework as it applies to the Ministry of Energy including the responsibilities and relationships of relevant government entities at different levels, in order to identify the opportunities, issues and constraints;
• Maintain and strengthen the coordination and dialogue between the ministry and the various public and private stakeholders and proactively seek to promote concrete collaborations in Energy sector; To work on interdepartmental reforms of power sector in light of international best practices by giving policy guidelines, which is in line with the national policy and fiscal realities.
• Provide guidance to the minister on the selection of energy investment projects for Lebanon
• Support the Minister identify and prioritize energy PPP initiatives, including quick-wins, that would help the Ministry undertake transformational impact on Energy Sector development that would lead to improved electricity services including cost reduction, increased reliability, operations efficiency and access.
• Coordinating with developers, consultants, donors, and stakeholder management.
• Support to enhance the sector modernization and operations in collaboration with relevant sector stakeholders.
• Coordinating the preparation and implementation of monitoring and evaluation procedures for the energy development projects.
• Organizing meetings, conferences, seminars and workshops focusing on development of national energy sector, in collaboration with relevant agencies.
• Developing guidelines and mechanism for identifying areas where PPPs could be initiated including operational framework for on-going PPP and other initiatives such as the ongoing transaction support services supported by the IFC.
• To negotiate new agreements with private sector on the basis of agreed terms, and preparation of same for necessary amendments.
• Any other duties and responsibilities as maybe assigned by the Minister.
• To improve governance framework to enhance transparency, accountability, and public trust in energy sector reforms.
Qualifications
• At least a bachelor's Degree in Energy Policy or equivalent (engineering, law, finance, etc.) from an accredited college with a strong focus on sustainable energy and at least 10 years post qualification experience in the energy sector. A master’s degree in public policy or relevant discipline will be an added advantage.
• Experience in working with projects funded by multilateral development organizations.
• Deep knowledge and understanding of the Lebanon’s energy sector issues.
• Extensive work experience in energy sector in Lebanon is needed.
• In depth knowledge and expertise of international best practices and the general policy framework of the Lebanese Republic with an emphasis on energy Sector, Public Policy, Public Private Partnership, financing mechanism, design and implementation of electricity sector reforms and unbundling.
• Demonstrated experience providing advisory services to Senior Officials
• Good knowledge of the contracts, policy and institutional issues arising in connection with energy management.
• Demonstrable skills in drafting and reviewing contracts, agreements, legislations, and regulations.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
• Demonstrable experience in PPP energy projects.
• Excellent command of English and Arabic languages, both written and spoken, with the ability to draft high-quality reports, correspondence, policy papers, and official documents in Arabic. Knowledge of French would be an advantage.
• Literacy in Microsoft Office Applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Deliverables
• Prepare Management briefs and other high level strategic papers, such as briefs to the Minister, Cabinet and other stakeholders
• Developing guidelines and operational framework for on-going PPP and other initiatives.
• Preparation of Renewable Energy Resources Development;
• Preparation of Institutional building and Organizational structures
• Preparation and implementation of capacity building programs;
• Coordination with various sector stakeholders, including other Government Ministries and Agencies, Donors and other friendly states
• Preparation of weekly and monthly data-based updates for the Minister of Energy with respect to the performance of the national utility (EDL) and energy off-take by the DISCOs.
• Preparation of monthly updates on the implementation progress of the RESRP, coordinating with the various stakeholders on that project.
Time frame and Reporting
The expected duration of the consultancy is one year, with possibility of contract extension subject to satisfactory performance. The assignment is expected to commence on March 1, 2026.
The position is time-based. The Senior Advisor will report to the Minister of Energy and Water of Lebanon as the Chair of the Project Steering Committee.
Inputs/facility provided by the Client
The client will provide office space with necessary furniture and other facilities such as printing facility etc. to enable the consultant to perform day-to-day work.
Selection Process
The appointment will be made in accordance with the “World Bank Procurement Regulations for Investment Project Financing Goods, Works, Non-Consulting and Consulting Services”, Feb. 2025.
Copyright and Ownership
All raw and finished materials would be owned and copyrighted. Permission to use materials by the Consultant for other projects shall require the written permission of the Employer, and the Consultant shall maintain in strict confidence all information.