The Resource Environmental Center in Albania (REC Albania) is seeking proposals for the development of an online platform for the “EJA: Environmental Justice in Albania” project. This opportunity is part of a broader initiative to enhance access to environmental justice in Albania.

Project Overview

The EJA project aims to enhance access to environmental justice in Albania by improving legal and judicial capacities and increasing public participation. One of the project’s key objectives is to conduct a comprehensive diagnostic assessment titled “Cap and Gap Series: The Green Justice and Grey Crime in Albania”, examining the justice trajectory concerning environmental abuse through the lenses of police, prosecution, court systems, and the role of media.

Scope of Work

The successful applicant will be responsible for developing a comprehensive, bilingual (Albanian and English) online platform with the following key features:

  • Open-source development using Python, Kotlin, Go, or PHP
    Responsive design for multi-device compatibility
    Public-facing website with 15-20 pages and dynamic sections
    Two searchable databases: independent experts and environmental inspection institutions
    Standalone database for environmental laws
    Multi-level user hierarchy with specific access permissions
    Content management system for bilingual content
    Integration with REC website for data fetching
    Environmental law database with version control

Eligibility

We welcome applications from a diverse range of entities, including:

  • Freelancers registered with the Tax office
  • Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
  • Large businesses

All applicants will be evaluated based on their proposals’ merit and ability to meet project requirements.

Key Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in web application development
  • Expertise in required programming languages
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating similar projects
  • Experience with database design and optimization
  • Familiarity with environmental or non-profit sector projects (preferred)
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Strong communication skills in English and Albanian

Submission Requirements

Interested parties should submit a proposal package including:

  • Technical Proposal
  • Financial Proposal
  • Company Profile and Experience
  • Legal and Financial Documents

To apply, please submit your complete proposal package electronically to projects@recshqiperi.org and manager@recshqiperi.org with the subject line “Proposal: EJA Online Platform Development”.

For full details and requirements, please refer to the complete Terms of Reference. For any inquiries, contact Ani Ahmetaj, Project Manager, at manager@recshqiperi.org or +355 4 223 29 28.

For full details on the project background, objectives, and requirements, please review the complete Terms of Reference, attached herewith.

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Terms of Reference