UNITED NATIONS INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION
TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR PERSONNEL UNDER INDIVIDUAL SERVICE AGREEMENT (ISA)
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National Expert in carpet-weaving and
embroidery/textile sectors: interior design and home
decoration
Home based
Local travel in Tajikistan as appropriate
September/October 2015
3 months with possible extension
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
UNIDO is a specialized agency of the United Nations that promotes industrial development for poverty
reduction, inclusive globalization and environmental sustainability. Assisting developing countries and
countries with economies in transition in the development, acquisition, adaptation and management of new
technologies is among the core services of the Business, Investment and Technology Services Branch (BIT).
The project is implemented in close cooperation with national counterpart with technical assistance
delivered by UNIDO’s BIT Branch and in coordination with the Europe and Central Asia Bureau
(PRF/RPF/EUR).
PROJECT CONTEXT
In Tajikistan, textile industries, including carpet weaving and embroidery, are important economic sectors
providing employment and contributing to sustainable economic growth. Currently, however, these
manufacturing industries are failing to meet their potential and local producers are facing a number of
problems such as decreasing competitiveness. In response, the Government of Tajikistan has adopted a
“Programme on development of carpet weaving in the Republic of Tajikistan for the period 2014-2020”. The
Programme envisages expansion of the production of handmade carpets and the creation of new employment
opportunities through the introduction of handloom carpet weaving and new technologies. UNIDO’s technical
assistance programme to support inclusive and sustainable industrial development will enhance the
productivity and competitiveness of Tajik enterprises in the carpet weaving and embroidery manufacturing
sectors.
Expected project results
The project is expected to achieve the following main results:
 Beneficiary carpet weaving/ embroidery and textile enterprises have enhanced industrial efficiency,
expanded production, improved quality, and access to regional and international markets

Human and technical capacities of national counterpart institutions and national expertise are
strengthened on applied market positioning, industrial upgrading and export promotion approaches
and methodologies for sustainable provision of these services to the national carpet
weaving/embroidery and textile enterprises.
The immediate objective of the preparatory phase is to design a high quality fully-fledged project document,
outlining the services to be provided by UNIDO project “Industrial modernization and competitiveness
improvement of carpet-weaving and embroidery/textile sectors in Tajikistan”. The project will seek to
increase productivity and boost exports in the carpet weaving, embroidery and textile sectors, thus
improving Tajikistan’s international position in manufacturing value addition, manufactured exports and
global competitiveness.The preparatory phase will culminate with the submission of the project document to
UNIDO approval bodies.
The expert will work under direct supervision of the UNIDO Project Manager at UNIDO HQ (Vienna) and
National Project Technical Coordinator, in coordination with the International Expert, Team Leader and the
team of international and national experts. His/her duties shall be performed in accordance with applicable
rules and regulations of UNIDO and this Job Description.
Main duties
1. Attend a coordination meeting with the Team Leader,
national and international experts to brief on the
previously delivered activities in the field of design and
product development
2. Substantial inputs to, and participation in the Training
Workshop on the on:
 design process methodology based on concept to
creation and its development, inspiration sources,
trends, design selective approach
 methods of collecting, conceiving and mixing
information (books, media, fairs, web-sites)
 steps for the new product development
in close cooperation with the International Expert on
design process and product development and under the
direction of the Team Leader
3. In coordination with marketing/sales experts, provide
inputs for the programme, slides, modules and training
materials for the technical workshops, focused on local,
regional and international sales market
4. Ensure regular support and follow-up to each of the
beneficiary companies to apply methods and undertake
tasks assigned during each mission of international
expert
5. Jointly with the International Experts prepare a synthesis
report including: (1) findings; (2) activities implemented,
(3) recommendations (4) activities suggested for the
future
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Core values:
1. Integrity
2. Professionalism
3. Respect for diversity
Core competencies:
1. Results orientation and accountability
2. Planning and organizing
3. Communication and trust
Concrete/Measurable
Outputs to be achieved
Development
of
methodology
and
expected outputs of the
upgrading activities
Expected
duration
Throughout
the
assignment
Location
Dushanbe
Design
process
methodology developed
Dushanbe
Programme and training
material
for
the
workshop available
Home
based
Technical assistance on
design/product
development delivered
Dushanbe
Report on activities and
findings of technical
assistance provided and
recommendations to be
implemented
by
beneficiary enterprises
Home
based
4. Team orientation
5. Client orientation
6. Organizational development and innovation
MINIMUM ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Education:Advanced university degree in design, arts, architecture, or other relevant discipline, preferably
with specialization in carpet weaving, interior design, textile industries.A first level university degree in
combination with relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.
Technical and Functional Experience:
A minimum of 5 years practical experience in the field of design, architecture, carpet weaving and
embroidery, textile and garment industries, or related field of expertise, preferably involving technical
cooperation in developing countries, emerging and pre-emerging markets. Knowledge and application of the
UNIDO methodology for upgrading, quality standards and partnerships are of asset. Exposure to the specific
designing needs, conditions and problems of the local carpet, textile and garment sector operators.
Demonstrated experience in capacity building, advising senior level private and public sector executives;
exposure to the needs, conditions and problems of public and private sectors in developing countries.
Languages: Fluency in written and spokenRussian is required. Fluency and/or working knowledge of English
and Tajik is highly desirable.