Public Finance Management Consultant (National) - 12 months - Remote

Overview

Provide technical support to advance the Local Governance and Public Finance for Children (PF4C) agenda. This includes conducting analyses, supporting capacity development, and strengthening budget transparency.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct district, state, and national-level PF4C analyses
• Support targeted capacity development of government counterparts
• Strengthen budget transparency and openness, including citizen participation, social accountability, and oversight mechanisms
• Improve planning, allocation, execution, and oversight of public resources for children
• Support evidence-informed advocacy to ensure child-centered priorities are reflected in public budgeting and policy processes
• Strengthen UNICEF’s engagement with key stakeholders to promote transparent, inclusive, and accountable public financial management

Required Experience

At least 7 years of relevant progressive working experience at the national level in the areas of public financial management, budget analysis & expenditure tracking, fiscal policy or public sector reforms, local governance, or another related field.

Qualifications

Masters in economics, Public Finance, Public Policy/Public Administration or related fields. Advanced degree in Public Finance, Economics, Public Policy, or business administration, or a closely related field.

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