Activities and TO Deliverables  Location of the activities: VietnamSNV Target groups of the activities: Activities can include different sectors/units in SNV, including, but not limited to the office in Country, Country Management Team, the Global Risk and Compliance Team, the Global Finance Team; Global Business Development Team; Executive Team members. Operating languages: EnglishActivities: Please note that the Legal Compliance Activities set below are intentionally broad and generic and reflect the kind of topics that may be required by the vendor.  <ul><li>Provide ad hoc written legal advice and practical guidance on legal matters in the Country jurisdiction system; </li><li>Provide written ad hoc legal advice and practical guidance on Country Law ad hoc requests; </li><li>Provide written review of relevant documentation under Country Legislation (e.g. contracts; agreements; tender bid; etc.,)  </li><li>Critically assess SNV’s Legal risk exposure in the Country; </li><li>Conduct legal analysis and provide written advice on legal matters (with reference to legal sources/ jurisprudence, etc); </li><li>Health Check on the Corporate Governance Structure of SNV in Country; </li><li>Provide advice on compliance to Law and Regulation in Country of SNV; </li><li>Review and/or drafting works which shall cover our labour contracts with employees/staffs, contracts with third parties as well as other documents relevant to or pertaining to our operation in Vietnam; and</li><li>Litigation works and/or other contentious matters which may arise out of our Vietnam-based-operation.  </li></ul>(together referred to as “Legal Services”)  Representation<ul><li>Represent SNV in Country on all litigation matters that require appearance in courts of law, Boards, commissions, or other administrative or governmental agencies when required.  </li></ul>(together referred to as “Representation Services”). Legal Services, and Representation Services altogether are referred to as “Activities".Evaluation criteria   Passed / Failed  <ul><li>SNV Due diligence process completed, click <a href="https://c.smartrecruiters.com/sr-company-attachments-prod-aws-dc5/58919688e4b0672cc03331a9/c18fc43a-a4db-4db1-a90f-310b60ac2d04?r=s3-eu-central-1">https://c.smartrecruiters.com/sr-company-attachments-prod-aws-dc5/58919688e4b0672cc03331a9/c18fc43a-a4db-4db1-a90f-310b60ac2d04?r=s3-eu-central-1</a></li></ul>Technical<ul><li>Depth of knowledge in legal matters in the Country jurisdiction in alignment with SNV.</li></ul><ul><li>Examples of scopes of work for at least three different kinds of likely assignment (e.g. 1) Review HR Manual 2) Review labour contract or 3) Provide advice on dispute with a contractor and relevant laws applicable to the assignment/ topic.</li><li>Other relevant references with evidence of successful service delivery.</li></ul>Past and current experience and network  The Consultancy Firm shall be a highly reputable entity, with previous and current experience of working in the international development sector, and with Non-Governmental Organisations and shall have a strong and solid network in the Country. Evidence of output delivered for past and current customers, and the presence of a strong and solid network should be provided where possible.  <ul><li>Team structure /Capacity/Skill: Company profile and/or example CVs of consultants who would be assigned to each assignment</li><li>Presentation or proposal evaluation: Clarity, depth, and relevance of presentation content on legal and other related matters.</li><li>Methodology: Understanding of assignment, methodology, timeline, and approach to deliverables.</li><li>Workplan: Detailed plan aligned with the expected timeline and outputs.</li><li>Compliance and Risk Management: Systems in place for ensuring compliance with tax laws and minimizing risk.</li></ul>Financial<ul><li>Fee: Competitiveness and transparency of the proposed fees and billing structure.</li><li>Payment Terms (in view of the internal payment process outlined below) </li><li>The Consulting Firm and SNV could agree in the Agreement on hourly fee rates for specific TO after which payment will occur once SNV will confirm that the relevant deliverable(s) has/have been fulfilled/completed as outlined in the respective TOs. </li><li>Payments shall be made within [15] working days upon receipt of a valid invoice.</li><li>Payments shall be made via bank transfer to the Consultancy firm’s nominated account.</li></ul>Selection criteria  The consulting firm must provide proof of:     <ul><li>Excellent expertise in issues related to the nature and legal regime of international organizations and non-governmental organizations in general;   </li><li>A perfect mastery of Civil law, Labor Law, Business Law, Tax law; </li><li>Admission to the Bar, or equivalent in Country;</li><li>A minimum of five (5) years' professional experience in assisting and advocating for international organizations. </li><li>Strong Working Relationships with Authorities: Established network and professional rapport with relevant departments at both local and central levels, supporting effective coordination, submission, and follow-up of documentation and procedures (if needed).  </li></ul>DurationSNV intends to enter into an Agreement for a duration of 03 (three) years subject to annual reviews by SNV, and renewable.Reporting line  The Consultancy Firm will report to the SNV Country Director in Viet Nam, and/or authorized persons who will be indicated from time to time by SNV. Payment terms  <ul><li>The Consultancy Firm and SNV could agree in the Agreement on the defined fee rates for specific TO after which payment will occur once SNV will confirm that the relevant deliverable(s) has/have been fulfilled/completed as outlined in the respective TOs. </li></ul>

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Call for Expression of Interest (EOI)  For Legal Services to SNV in Vietnam

Activities and TO Deliverables&nbsp;&nbsp;Location of the activities: VietnamSNV Target groups of the activities: Activities can include different sectors/units in SNV, including, but not limited to the office in Country, Country Management Team, the Global Risk and Compliance Team, the Global Finance Team; Global Business Development Team; Executive Team members.&nbsp;Operating languages: EnglishActivities:&nbsp;Please note that the Legal Compliance Activities set below are intentionally broad and generic and reflect the kind of topics that may be required by the vendor. &nbsp;<ul><li>Provide ad hoc written legal advice and practical guidance on legal matters in the Country jurisdiction system;&nbsp;</li><li>Provide written ad hoc legal advice and practical guidance on Country Law ad hoc requests;&nbsp;</li><li>Provide written review of relevant documentation under Country Legislation (e.g. contracts; agreements; tender bid; etc.,)&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Critically assess SNV’s Legal risk exposure in the Country;&nbsp;</li><li>Conduct legal analysis and provide written advice on legal matters (with reference to legal sources/ jurisprudence, etc);&nbsp;</li><li>Health Check on the Corporate Governance Structure of SNV in Country;&nbsp;</li><li>Provide advice on compliance to Law and Regulation in Country of SNV;&nbsp;</li><li>Review and/or drafting works which shall cover our labour contracts with employees/staffs, contracts with third parties as well as other documents relevant to or pertaining to our operation in Vietnam; and</li><li>Litigation works and/or other contentious matters which may arise out of our Vietnam-based-operation. &nbsp;</li></ul>(together referred to as “Legal Services”)&nbsp;&nbsp;Representation<ul><li>Represent SNV in Country on all litigation matters that require appearance in courts of law, Boards, commissions, or other administrative or governmental agencies when required.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>(together referred to as “Representation Services”).&nbsp;Legal Services, and Representation Services altogether are referred to as “Activities".Evaluation criteria  &nbsp;Passed / Failed &nbsp;<ul><li>SNV Due diligence process completed, click&nbsp;<a href="https://c.smartrecruiters.com/sr-company-attachments-prod-aws-dc5/58919688e4b0672cc03331a9/c18fc43a-a4db-4db1-a90f-310b60ac2d04?r=s3-eu-central-1">https://c.smartrecruiters.com/sr-company-attachments-prod-aws-dc5/58919688e4b0672cc03331a9/c18fc43a-a4db-4db1-a90f-310b60ac2d04?r=s3-eu-central-1</a></li></ul>Technical<ul><li>Depth of knowledge in legal matters in the Country jurisdiction in alignment with SNV.</li></ul><ul><li>Examples of scopes of work for at least three different kinds of likely assignment (e.g. 1) Review HR Manual 2) Review labour contract or 3) Provide advice on dispute with a contractor and relevant laws applicable to the assignment/ topic.</li><li>Other relevant references with evidence of successful service delivery.</li></ul>Past and current experience and network &nbsp;The Consultancy Firm shall be a highly reputable entity, with previous and current experience of working in the international development sector, and with Non-Governmental Organisations and shall have a strong and solid network in the Country. Evidence of output delivered for past and current customers, and the presence of a strong and solid network should be provided where possible. &nbsp;<ul><li>Team structure /Capacity/Skill: Company profile and/or example CVs of consultants who would be assigned to each assignment</li><li>Presentation or proposal evaluation: Clarity, depth, and relevance of presentation content on legal and other related matters.</li><li>Methodology: Understanding of assignment, methodology, timeline, and approach to deliverables.</li><li>Workplan: Detailed plan aligned with the expected timeline and outputs.</li><li>Compliance and Risk Management: Systems in place for ensuring compliance with tax laws and minimizing risk.</li></ul>Financial<ul><li>Fee: Competitiveness and transparency of the proposed fees and billing structure.</li><li>Payment Terms (in view of the internal payment process outlined below)&nbsp;</li><li>The Consulting Firm and SNV could agree in the Agreement on hourly fee rates for specific TO after which payment will occur once SNV will confirm that the relevant deliverable(s) has/have been fulfilled/completed as outlined in the respective TOs.&nbsp;</li><li>Payments shall be made within [15] working days upon receipt of a valid invoice.</li><li>Payments shall be made via bank transfer to the Consultancy firm’s nominated account.</li></ul>Selection criteria&nbsp;&nbsp;The consulting firm must provide proof of:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Excellent expertise in issues related to the nature and legal regime of international organizations and non-governmental organizations in general;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>A perfect mastery of Civil law, Labor Law, Business Law, Tax law;&nbsp;</li><li>Admission to the Bar, or equivalent in Country;</li><li>A minimum of five (5) years' professional experience in assisting and advocating for international organizations.&nbsp;</li><li>Strong Working Relationships with Authorities: Established network and professional rapport with relevant departments at both local and central levels, supporting effective coordination, submission, and follow-up of documentation and procedures (if needed). &nbsp;</li></ul>DurationSNV intends to enter into an Agreement for a duration of 03 (three) years subject to annual reviews by SNV, and renewable.Reporting line&nbsp;&nbsp;The Consultancy Firm will report to the SNV Country Director in Viet Nam, and/or authorized persons who will be indicated from time to time by SNV.&nbsp;Payment terms&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>The Consultancy Firm and SNV could agree in the Agreement on the defined fee rates for specific TO after which payment will occur once SNV will confirm that the relevant deliverable(s) has/have been fulfilled/completed as outlined in the respective TOs.&nbsp;</li></ul>

Call for Expression of Interest (EOI) For Legal Services to SNV in Vietnam

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