Mineral Value Chain Economic and Market Analysis

UNDP seeks an individual consultant to provide specialized economic and market analysis for a study of Malawi’s gold, gemstone, fertilizer, and cement value chains. Work includes analyzing prices, costs, margins, value distribution, trade and mineral flows, market structure, competitiveness, formal and informal channels, barriers to market access, and opportunities for beneficiation and domestic value addition. The consultant will also develop value-capture maps and contribute prioritized policy, institutional, and investment recommendations. The assignment includes four deliverables: an inception technical note; price, cost, market-structure, and trade-flow analysis; draft economic analysis and recommendations; and final revised analysis and recommendations. The consultant will coordinate with the study team and contribute to its report. The assignment requires an estimated 35 working days of input over an approximately six-month study period. Applicants must have an advanced degree in a relevant field and at least three years of relevant professional experience. The proposal must include a technical proposal, CV with at least three references, statement of availability, completed interest and availability letter, and financial proposal with cost breakdown.