Research Consultant- Economic and Fiscal Policy

United Nations - UN United Nations Environment Programme

Consultant Closes 27 Jun 2026 4 days left

Overview

Provide analytical, research, and coordination support to an international lead consultant to facilitate the effective application of the SBA in Guatemala and contribute to national capacity-building.


Key Responsibilities
  • Mapping and organization of relevant data sources related to SBA implementation.
  • Analytical support to the processing and documentation of SBA-related data.
  • Logistical and technical support for the preparation and documentation of SBA training sessions and technical meetings with government counterparts.
  • Preparation of background notes and technical inputs to support ongoing engagement with the Government.
  • Initial background research and coordination support for the preparation of the PAGE South-South exchange event.
  • Technical inputs to document the application of the SBA tool.
  • Consolidated documentation and analysis of training sessions and stakeholder engagement processes.
  • Contribution to the final evaluation of SBA implementation, including lessons learned, institutional integration prospects, and recommendations to strengthen sustainability and linkages with ongoing UNEP initiatives.
  • Support the preparation and delivery of the PAGE South-South exchange event, including background research, coordination support, and a documentation note capturing key takeaways relevant to sustainable public finance.
Required Experience
  • At least 3 years of relevant experience in environmental economics, sustainable finance, public finance, or related fields (Required).
  • Demonstrated experience working with government institutions or public sector counterparts, preferably in Latin America (Required).
  • Proven experience in data collection and analysis (Required).
  • Experience in organizing and documenting technical workshops, training sessions and international events (Desirable).
  • Experience working in Guatemala or familiarity with Guatemalan public finance institutions is considered an asset (Desirable).
Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Public Policy, or related field (required).

Other Details
Languages Required
Fluent Spanish and knowledge of English is required
Languages Preferred
Not specified
Contract Duration
4months
Work Modality
Remote
Remuneration
Not specified
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