1.    Background

The Government of Sweden has entered into a delegated agreement with the European Delegation and ATIC for the implementation of Startup City Cahul Project aiming to develop a regional ICT Innovation Center for the Cahul region.

The specific objectives are:

·         Foster partnerships for innovation and entrepreneurship between the private sector, public sector and educational institutions in the region of Cahul.

·         Promote technology, problem solving and creative solutions in learning and make STEM topics (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) more attractive for women and men, girls and boys.

·         Facilitate the emergence of start-ups in innovative sectors, build their capacity and investment readiness.

Under the programmatic approach, the Action will contribute to the regional development of Cahul, in agreement with the Government of Moldova’s strategies for regional growth and well-being. The initiative will involve the major regional stakeholders and a general memorandum of understanding will be negotiated to seek commitment of the governmental authorities.

2.    About Startup City Cahul Foundation 

Startup City Cahul Foundation, a young and ambitious organization, is looking for an experienced management professional with excellent communication skills, interested in building and consolidating a new development entity in Cahul Region.

The postholder will oversee the development and implementation of the EU4Innovation Centre strategy, promotion for the Centre’s activity and the launch of cooperation projects with local and international partners. The postholder shall also lead and oversee the implementation of the Centre’s sustainability plan by diversifying the range of services, clients and beneficiaries, as well as creating new partnerships that can grow the development potential of the Cahul region.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in project management and fundraising, with demonstrated knowledge of the professional environment within the Cahul region or a keen interest in discovering and developing it. Candidates are also expected to be familiar with IT development trends, as well as the activity of tech development and innovation centres (IT hubs).

The Foundation was created within the EU4Moldova: Startup City Cahul project (2020-2024), in order to harness and strengthen the potential of the digital economy. The Startup City Cahul Foundation aims to support the region’s business and investment sectors become more competitive, facilitate the establishment of innovation start-ups and develop their capacity to attract investments.

The Foundation was established by the State University of Cahul “Bogdan Petriceicu Hașdeu” (USCH). USCH is the implementation partner of the EU4Moldova: Startup City Cahul project and the Centre’s de facto owner, given that the land on which the Centre stands is managed by the University. The Board of Directors is the Foundation’s highest governing body, composed of at least 5 members.

The Foundation’s activity will encourage partnerships between the private sector, the public sector and educational institutions in the Cahul region, with the aim to promote Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) subjects among women and men, girls and boys in the region.

The Foundation will manage and maintain the Centre premises by organizing and/or hosting events for the regional tech community, forming a steady client base for the co-working and events spaces, as well as organizing and/or hosting training activities in the fields of IT and entrepreneurship.

Through the Centre’s development, the project aims to foster more interest towards the Cahul region, contributing to its economic growth through innovations and more opportunities for locals in Cahul district.

Job Title: Administrator/Startup City Cahul Foundation

3.    General Responsibilities:
–          Identifying potential partners, clients and strengthening partnerships, in line with the Foundation’s objectives;

–          Establishing partnerships for innovation and entrepreneurship in the Southern region between the private sector, the public sector and educational institutions in the Republic of Moldova;

–          Organizing and hosting activities that can bring added value to the image of the University

–          Supporting events of the regional tech community;

–          Identifying and attracting new beneficiaries and clients for the Centre and the Foundation;

–          Attracting new initiatives, projects and funding sources to support the Foundation and the Centre’s activity;

–          Building and strengthening the local Foundation team and the regional tech community;

–          Development and implementation of the Centre’s activity plans;

–          Connecting the local startup community to national and international tech hubs, research and innovation centres;

–          Development of educational and career guidance programs to strengthen capacity and skills in the area of tech/IT and entrepreneurship;

–          Development of service packages for clients and beneficiaries;

–          Providing logistical support to clients, residents, and beneficiaries;

–          Supervising and coordinating the activity of the Foundation’s team.

4.    Specific Responsibilities:

–          Management of the Foundation’s activity;

–          Implementing the decisions of the Foundation’s Board and other control bodies;

–          Administration of the Foundation’s resources (transactions, signing contracts, issuing power of attorney, opening and managing bank accounts, signing off on other financial documents as needed);

–          Preparing annual reports on the Foundation’s activity and informing the Board of Directors.

5.    Education/Qualifications:

–          A University degree in Education, Economy, International Development, Management or related fields;

–          A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience, including 3 years in a management; position. Experience implementing educational programs will be considered an asset;

–          Strong command of Romanian, Russian and English, both written and spoken;

–          Digital skills and competencies (Microsoft Office, collaborative work platforms etc.).

6.    Personal Qualifications:
–          Excellent communicator, in both verbal and written form;

–          Openness and a keen interest in innovation and novelty;

–          Ability and desire to work in a multidisciplinary and dynamic environment, both independently and as part of a team;

–          Mature and positive attitude, with a strong commitment to quality.

7.    Deliverables:
–          Activity plan for the Foundation/Centre;

–          List of services provided by the Centre;

–          Analysis of the region/competitors/added value;

–          Quarterly budget and financial reports;

–          Monthly activity report (number of clients, partnerships, events, resources etc.);

–          A minimum of 10 partnership agreements;

–          Portfolio for collaborations;

–          A minimum of 5 concepts/project proposals;

–          Fundraising strategy/action plan/implementation plan.

8.    Period of performance:

In line with the provisions of the Startup City Cahul Foundation’s Statute, the postholder will be employed for a period of two years with possible extension of the contract.

9.    Place of performance:

The Administrator will perform his/her duties in Cahul, as indicated in the SOW.

10. Reporting instructions:

The Administrator shall report to the Board of the Startup City Cahul Foundation. For the duration of the EU4Moldova Project: Startup City Cahul, the activity shall also be coordinated with the National Association of ICT Companies (ATIC).

11. How to apply:

Interested applicants are invited to send the application to osuruceanu@ict.md and candronic@startupcitycahul.md.  Please, indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line of your message. Applications, including detailed CV and letter of intent shall be sent not later than November 25, 2022.

• The European DIGITAL SME Alliance extends its membership to six national SME organizations from Lithuania, Moldova and Armenia.
• Strengthening the cooperation in Lithuania and in Eastern Partnership countries is important to create greater opportunities for SMEs that share EU values in the digital markets.

Six new associate members from Armenia, Moldova and Lithuania join DIGITAL SME to strengthen the cooperation with Eastern Partnership countries and Lithuania.

“The European DIGITAL SME Alliance believes that the membership enlargement towards Lithuania and Eastern Partnership Countries is an important step to create greater opportunities for SMEs that share EU values in the digital markets. This cooperation will help foster the EU’s values and interests that digital innovative SMEs in Europe represent and embrace,” said DIGITAL SME President Dr Oliver Grün.

The Alliance welcomes the Lithuanian Innovation Centre (LIC) – a non-profit organisation providing innovation support services to enterprises, research institutions, industry associations and business support organisations. LIC‘s mission is to provide innovation support services by implementing Lithuanian innovation policy.

DIGITAL SME also welcomes five associations from the Eastern Partnership countries – The Moldovan Association of ICT companies (ATIC), Enterprise Armenia, Union of Employers of Information and Communication Technologies (UEICT), Association for the Development of Electronic Communications and Innovation Technologies (ACETI) and the Enterprise Incubator Foundation (EIF).

The Moldovan Association of ICT Companies (ATIC) is a business organisation uniting 92 entities and representing an umbrella organisation that gathers over 9000 employees. ATIC is the action leading association and the voice of the Moldovan ICT industry that promotes the development of the ICT sector. ATIC’s mission is to protect and promote the Association members’ interests as well as facilitate a more favourable ICT business climate.

“We are elated to join the European DIGITAL SME Alliance, which promotes the best practices and experiences among small and medium enterprises. ATIC, as the leading ICT association in the Republic of Moldova, strives to connect Moldovan Digital SMEs to the European ones to create competitive regional markets that can strengthen the capacities of people, who bring innovation to our daily lives,” said Ana Chirita, ATIC’s Strategic Projects Director.

Enterprise Armenia is the national investment promotion authority of Armenia. The mission of the Fund is to promote and facilitate foreign and domestic investments, attract new FDI, provide aftercare services to foreign investors in Armenia and assist local exporters, as well as support SMEs in different directions, including capacity building, access to finance, information and advice, business internationalisation, etc.

The Union of Employers of Information and Communication Technologies (UEICT) has been established in Armenia to present and defend the rights and interests of ICT employers. More than 45 companies, including universities, joined the Union. UEICT is actively involved in the digitalisation process of the Armenian economy.

The Association for the Development of Electronic Communications and Innovation Technologies (ACETI) aims to develop the field of engineering and digital technology innovations in the Republic of Moldova, especially in the Northern region. ACETI’s mission is to strengthen the IT ecosystem in the Northern region of Moldova by advancing the digitalisation of traditional SMEs and linking IT businesses to regional SMEs for the adoption of tech solutions. ACETI will also contribute to the acceleration of adoption and improvement of necessary digital skills and facilitate access to funds and resources for the digital transformation of SMEs.

Enterprise Incubator Foundation (EIF) is one of the region’s largest technology business incubators and IT/High-Tech development agencies operating in Armenia. Established in 2002 within the framework of the World Bank’s “Enterprise Incubator” project, they support the development of the information and communication technology sector in Armenia by creating a productive environment for innovation, technological advancement and company growth.

“We are delighted to join European DIGITAL SME Alliance and hope that this partnership will allow the Lithuanian Innovation Centre to offer a wider range of services to local companies in transition to digital business models. Our team is looking forward to working with the Alliance and helping Lithuanian enterprises open new opportunities for cooperation in foreign markets,” said Lithuanian Innovation Centre Director PhD Mantas Vilys.

The Alliance looks forward to supporting the Lithuanian ICT sector and facilitating the cooperation between EU and Eastern Partnership business associations to strengthen support to their SMEs.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Lithuanian Innovation Centre (LIC)
Marijus Muralis, Project manager
m.muralis@lic.lt

Moldovan Association of ICT Companies (ATIC)
Ana Chirița, Strategic Projects Director
achirita@ict.md

Enterprise Armenia
Ani Khandamiryan, Head of international cooperation and business internationalisation projects
ani.khandamiryan@isc.am

Union of Employers of Information and Communication Technologies (UEICT)
Eduard Musayelyan, Executive Director
eduard.musayelyan@ueict.org

Association for the Development of Electronic Communications and Innovation Technologies (ACETI)
Ion Bodrug, President
bodrug.ion@aceti.md

Enterprise Incubator Foundation (EIF)
Marina Minasyan, Project Manager
marina.minasyan@eif.am

The National Association of ICT Companies (ATIC) hereby invites companies to submit quotations for the supply and installation of linoleum flooring and skirting within the Tekwill Balti ICT Excellence Center as per teh technical specifications  provided in Section 3 and florring plan – Annex 1.

For details on the tender, please download the full RFQ and annexes.

In formulating their offers, interested companies shall  follow the submission protocol and be guided by the list of mandatory documents required the RFQ, including the FORMS-A-F (Word).

Companies are invited to make a site visit before submitting the offer.

Annexes:
Full RFQ (Pdf)

FORMS-A-F (Word)

Annex 1 – Flooring plan

ATIC Contacts: icorbu@ict.md, Ion Corbu, Technical Manager

Proiectul „Clubul Tinerilor Makeri” se desfășoară în Chișinău, Cahul și Bălți și este implementat de către Asociația Națională a Companiilor din Domeniul TIC (ATIC), în parteneriat cu Ministerului Educației și Cercetării, cu susținerea Fundației Servicii de Dezvoltare din Liechtenstein, Oficiul de Coordonare Moldova (LED Moldova).

În contextul proiectului se planifică dezvoltarea unui Website cu scop informativ și de promovare a Clubului Tinerilor Makeri. Mai multe detalii cu privire la sarcina tehnică pot fi accesate aici.

Experții independenți și companiile sunt invitate să prezinte ofertele tehnice și comerciale care vor conține următoarele:

• O scurtă descriere a organizației (1‐2 pagini) sau CV‐ul personal (pentru experții independenți);
• Certificatul de înregistrare al companiei (pentru companii);
• Portofoliul care reflectă experiența aplicanților în domeniu și a serviciilor similare prestate;
• Oferta comercială trebuie depusă la cota TVA zero. Asociația Națională a Companiilor din Domeniul TIC va furniza în acest sens toate documentele de suport necesare;
• Alte documente sau recomandări relevante.

Ofertele vor transmise prin e‐mail la ymc@ict.md  până  la  data  de 16  februarie 2022 cu titlul „Ofertă dezvoltare website CTM ”. Pentru mai multe detalii sau întrebări de clarificare, ne contactați la adresa de mai sus sau la numărul de telefon  +373 699 69 379. 

Data estimativă de semnare a contractului este 25 februarie 2022.

Termen de realizare a Website-ului: martie – mai 2020.

Termeni de referință Dezvoltare website CTM

The National Association of ICT Companies (ATIC) is looking for a local company, eligible and responsible to perform repair works for the FinTech Hub powered by Tekwill, as described below in Section 1 (Instructions for Offerors), Technical specifications and Design project and relevant annexes to this RFQ. This acquisition is managed within the ICTEC Project – an official program of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Contract No. AID-117-A-15-00002, conducted in the Republic of Moldova.

For details on the tender, please download the RFQ-ICTEC-2021-048 Repair work for FinTech Hub powered by Tekwill.

In formulating their offers, interested companies shall follow the submission protocol and be guided by the list of mandatory documents required the RFQ, including the ANNEX 1 – Design FinTech, Annex 2 – BoQs FinTech Hub (Lista cantitati lucrari), and FORMS- A-F_RFQ # ICTEC-2021-048- Repair Works Fintech Hub.

ATIC Point of Contacts:
The only acceptable submission method is electronical – via email.

Any email offers must be sent to the following address:
to: icorbu@ict.md, Ion Corbu Technical Manager
cc: svoitovschi@ict.md, Sergiu Voitovschii, Project manager

The National Association of ICT Companies (ATIC) is looking for an official supplier, eligible and responsible to provide office furniture for FinTech Hub powered by Tekwill, as described below in Section 1 (Instruction to Offerors).

For details on the tender, please download the RFQ-ICTEC-2021-045-Furniture Fintech HUB.

In formulating their offers, interested companies shall follow the submission protocol and be guided by the list of mandatory documents required the RFQ, including the FORMS- A-F_RFQ # ICTEC-2021-045-Furniture- Fintech Hub and the  Annex 1 – detailed design project.

ATIC Point of Contacts:
Ion Corbu, Technical Manager, icorbu@ict.md

Ești student în ultimul an la o specialitate TIC sau ai absolvit facultatea recent? Atunci ești candidatul perfect pentru a beneficia de o oportunitate unică – să-ți îmbunătățești abilitățile și să câștigi o experiență incomparabilă în cadrul „Digi Talents”! Vorbim despre un program de mobilitate a forței de muncă între Slovacia și Republica Moldova, destinat pentru absolvenții TIC și pentru creșterea potențialului talentelor digitale. Proiectul va dura până în februarie 2024 și este menit să contribuie la realizarea obiectivelor de pe Agenda UE privind migrația, prin stabilirea unui program de mobilitate a forței de muncă, fiind implementat de către Agenția de Dezvoltare și Mobilitate (EMA) în cooperare cu Asociația Națională a Companiilor din Domeniul TIC (ATIC) și Coaliția Digitală Slovacă.

Ce presupune programul?

„Digi Talents” este destinat tinerilor cu vârsta de până la 30 de ani, care vor să-și dezvolte abilitățile profesionale în domeniul tehnologiilor informaționale și să obțină cunoștințe, dar și să beneficieze de un schimb experiență profesională și culturală, locuind, călătorind și muncind în Slovacia. În cadrul inițiativei, vor fi selectați 50 de tineri care vor fi angajați într-o companie slovacă timp de 12 luni sau vor participa la un stagiu de practică timp de 3 luni. În Slovacia, participanților li se va acorda suport pentru cazare, transport local, permis de ședere temporară, asistență gratuită, asigurare de sănătate, asigurare socială etc.

Care sunt etapele programului?

Proiectul prevede trei etape, prin care să ajute talentele din Moldova să-și consolideze abilitățile profesionale, să dobândească noi cunoștințe într-un mediu stimulativ în cadrul companiilor TIC din Slovacia și să își îmbunătățească perspectivele de carieră în angajare sau în afaceri.

Incubatorul de instruire – Înainte de a pleca în Slovacia, participanții vor fi implicați, timp de 6 săptămâni, într-un program de formare profesională, care îi va pregăti să muncească în conformitate cu specificul și cerințele companiilor IT slovace.

• Formarea specializată – Cei 50 de tineri vor ajunge în Slovacia și vor începe perioada de stagiu sau de muncă în calitate de angajați. Totodată, timp de 8 săptămâni, vor continua să beneficieze de un program de pregătire intensivă, destinat să le îmbunătățească cunoștințele practice și abilitatea de cunoaștere a limbii engleze, dar și să îi învețe elementele de bază ale limbii slovace.
• Formarea specializată – Cei 50 de tineri vor ajunge în Slovacia și vor începe perioada de stagiu sau de muncă în calitate de angajați. Totodată, timp de 8 săptămâni, vor continua să beneficieze de un program de pregătire intensivă, destinat să le îmbunătățească cunoștințele practice și abilitatea de cunoaștere a limbii engleze, dar și să îi învețe elementele de bază ale limbii slovace.
• Incubatorul de talente – După finalizarea stagiului în Slovacia, la întoarcere în Republica Moldova, fiecare participant la program va avea posibilitatea de a continua să-și îmbunătățească calificările pe parcursul a două luni, într-un Incubator de talente. Totodată, beneficiarii vor primi asistență pentru orientare profesională pe piața muncii din țară. Pe lângă oportunitățile de educație, schimb de experiență profesională și culturală și dezvoltare a abilităților IT, 5 participanți cu potențialul de a-și dezvolta propriul startup în Moldova vor beneficia de granturi în valoare de 4.000 de euro fiecare, mentorat și ghidare de la specialiști experimentați în domeniul tehnologiilor informaționale, inclusiv sprijin și susținere pentru a participa la programul dedicat startupurilor, oferit în cadrul proiectului

  EU4Moldova: Startup City Cahul, implementat de ATIC, cu asistența financiară a Uniunii Europene, în parteneriat cu Suedia.

Ești curios să afli mai multe despre programul „Digi Talents”? Seminarele de informare sunt locul potrivit pentru a obține toate răspunsurile! Accesează www.digitalents.md, completează formularul și ÎNREGISTREAZĂ-TE la seminarul informativ online din data de 24 noiembrie! Urmărește-ne pe pagina de Facebook Digi Talents, pentru a fi la curent cu toate noutățile programului, dar și cu oportunitățile de care poți beneficia pentru a-ți dezvolta abilitățile profesionale!

Proiectul „Talente digitale pentru Moldova – Slovacia pentru talente: programul de mobilitate a forței de muncă a absolvenților TIC între Slovacia și Moldova” este implementat de Agenția de Dezvoltare și Mobilitate (EMA), în cooperare cu Asociația Națională a Companiilor din Domeniul TIC (ATIC) și Coaliția Digitală Slovacă. Proiectul este administrat de Centrul Internațional pentru Dezvoltarea Politicii de Migrație (ICMPD) și finanțat de Uniunea Europeană (UE) în cadrul inițiativei Facilitarea Parteneriatelor pentru Migrație (MPF).

Acest articol a fost realizat cu asistența financiară a Uniunii Europene, contractată de ICMPD în cadrul inițiativei Facilitarea Parteneriatelor pentru Migrație. Conținutul acestui document este responsabilitatea exclusivă a Agenției de Dezvoltare și Mobilitate (EMA) și a Asociației Naționale a Companiilor din Domeniul TIC (ATIC) și nu reflectă poziția UE și a ICMPD.

The National Association of ICT Companies (ATIC) hereby invites companies to submit offers for procurement of Laser Engraving and Cutting Machines, as described in Terms of Reference of this RFQ.

For details on the tender, please download the RFQ YMC-2021-Laser Engraving and Cutting Machines-2021-041

In formulating their offers, interested companies shall follow the submission protocol and be guided by the list of mandatory documents required the RFQ, including the FORMS-A-F_RFQ_YMC_Laser_Engraving_Machine-2021-041

ATIC Point of Contact:
Irina Oriol, Project Manager, ioriol@ict.md
Ion Corbu, Technical Manager, icorbu@ict.md

The National Association of ICT Companies (ATIC) hereby invites companies to submit offers for procurement of IT equipment (laptops/tablets), as described in Terms of Reference of this RFQ.

For details on the tender, please download the RFQ_ICTEC_SCC_T4M_YMC-2021-042

In formulating their offers, interested companies shall follow the submission protocol and be guided by the list of mandatory documents required the RFQ, including the FORMS-A-F_RFQ_ICTEC-SCC-YMC-T4M_2021-042

ATIC Point of Contact:
Irina Oriol, Project Manager, ioriol@ict.md
Ion Corbu, Technical Manager, icorbu@ict.md