Services/Work Description: Recruitment of an Expert to Prepare an "Investment Guide: Investing in Nigeria-- as a Bridge to the AfCFTA and ECOWAS"Post Title:                               International Consultant (IC)                Consultant Level:                  Level C (Specialist) Duty Station:                         RemoteExpected Places of Travel:   NADuration:                                30 Working DaysExpected Start Date:            01 July 2025I. BACKGROUND / PROJECT DESCRIPTION  The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is implementing the "Unlocking Trade and Investment Opportunities in the Context of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)" project, with support from the Government of Japan. The AfCFTA represents a landmark achievement in Africas economic integration journey, creating the worlds largest free trade area by number of participating countries and opening unprecedented opportunities for trade and investment across the continent.The Agreement aims to boost intra-African trade through the progressive elimination of tariffs, liberalization of services sectors, and regulatory cooperation for the harmonization of trade rules. This presents significant opportunities for both domestic and international investors looking to establish operations in African countries and leverage the market access benefits created by the AfCFTA.UNDP is supporting African countries in their implementation of the AfCFTA through policy advisory services, capacity building initiatives, and the development of practical tools and resources. As part of this support, UNDP is developing country-specific investment guides that provide comprehensive information for potential investors, highlighting the opportunities created by the AfCFTA and relevant Regional Economic Communities (RECs).These investment guides will serve as essential resources for international investors seeking to establish operations in African countries, providing detailed information on the economic landscape, priority investment sectors, regulatory frameworks, and specific opportunities created by the AfCFTA. The guides will also highlight how investing in specific countries can serve as a strategic entry point to broader regional and continental markets through the preferential access provided by the AfCFTA and RECs.To this end, UNDP seeks to recruit an experienced consultant to develop a comprehensive investment guide titled "Investing in Nigeria -- as a Bridge to the AfCFTA and ECOWAS" based on the template provided.II. SCOPE OF THE WORKThe Expert will develop a comprehensive investment guide that provides practical information for potential investors looking to establish operations in Nigeria and leverage opportunities created by the AfCFTA and relevant REC. The guide will follow the template provided and include detailed information on the countrys economic profile, priority investment sectors, AfCFTA implementation status, investment procedures, incentives, and resources. Specifically, the Expert will:1.       Conduct comprehensive research on Nigerias economic landscape, trade performance, priority investment sectors, and AfCFTA implementation status2.       Document detailed information on investment procedures, regulatory frameworks, and available incentives3.       Develop practical case studies demonstrating how businesses are leveraging AfCFTA and REC opportunities4.       Map key trade infrastructure and connections to regional markets5.       Identify and document resources and contacts relevant for potential investors6.       Compile all information into a professionally designed, user-friendly investment guide following the provided template  The Expert will work closely with relevant government agencies, business associations, and UNDP country teams to ensure the accuracy and relevance of the information presented in the guide. Proposal should be submitted directly in the portal no later than indicated deadline.Any request for clarification must be sent in writing via messaging functionality in the portal. 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