EVENT SUMMARY
Civil servants and other staff currently employed by public administration of the beneficiary country are not eligible to apply as experts. Experts must be independent and free from conflicts of interest in the responsibilities defined by the Terms of Reference.
Event Name (assignment name):
PR 018701 – Moldova: Legal Expert to Support the Capacity of the National Bank of Moldova with the Transposition of Chapter 32 (Financial Control) of the EU Acquis
Event Description:
The Republic of Moldova is at a pivotal stage in its path toward European integration and sustainable economic growth. Following the parliamentary elections in September 2025, the country reaffirmed its commitment to EU accession, with the new government setting an ambitious goal to achieve EU membership by 2028. The granting of EU candidate status has further accelerated the need for comprehensive reforms to align Moldova’s legal, regulatory, and economic frameworks with EU standards.
Since the signing of the EU-Moldova Association Agreement and the establishment of the Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Area (DCFTA) in 2014, Moldova has made significant progress in socio-economic development. However, structural inefficiencies, the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, and regional instability continue to impede Moldova’s convergence with EU norms.
In response, the European Commission has launched the Moldova Growth Plan, a comprehensive initiative designed to accelerate reforms and prepare the country for deeper integration with the EU.
To support these objectives, the EBRD is looking to engage a Legal Expert (Expert), who will contribute to the alignment of Moldova’s national legislation with Chapter 32 (Financial Control) of the EU Acquis. The Expert shall draft the necessary normative acts for the transposition of relevant EU legal acts into national legislation. Additionally, the Expert will provide legal and policy advisory support to the NBM in implementing these reforms.
Start Date and Duration of the Assignment: The assignment is expected to last 12 months, commencing in Q2 2026, with full-time commitment for on-site work.
Event Cost Estimate:
To be determined at contract negotiations with the highest ranked supplier.
Supplier Profile:
EBRD intends to select and contract an Individual consultant with the following expertise:
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A university degree in Law, European Law, Public Policy, or another related field.
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Over 3 years of professional legal experience in public sector reform, legal drafting, EU law, or in the financial-banking sector.
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Demonstrated experience in policy development, legal harmonisation, or approximation to the EU acquis is highly desirable.
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Prior experience of working in public service, policy advocacy and advisory to government and/or international institutions is a plus.
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Strong research, analytical, legal drafting and report skills, knowledge of Moldovan legislative and institutional framework (banking activity and legislation, preferable the regulatory framework regarding cash operations).
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Familiarity with EU legislation, institutional architecture, and reform processes. Knowledge and experience on currency protection against counterfeiting is an advantage.
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Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills.
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Proficiency in Romanian and English (at least B1) is required, advanced level in speaking and writing.
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Computer literacy at user level and advanced digital skills in MS Office applications.
Bank Contact Person:
The full details of the assignment are included in the procurement dossier, which can be accessed by registered suppliers on the EBRD’s SMART portal hosted by GEP. In the event of any contradiction between this summary and the procurement dossier, the provisions of the procurement dossier will prevail.
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