Policy Development & Public Finance Consultant

UNICEF Careers; Philippines; Remote; PHP 900,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Job summary

UNICEF Philippines seeks a senior consultant to strengthen policy, operational, financing, monitoring, and accountability architecture for inter-agency convergence in public financial management related to early childhood development.

The role involves coordinating with DBM, DepEd, ECCD Council, NNC, DOH, and other partners, delivering analytical reports, engaging stakeholders, and providing evidence-based recommendations to improve budgeting for child-focused programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business, Public Administration, Public Finance, Social Sciences or related field.
• At least 10 years of experience conducting analysis or providing consultancy/research/advice to public institutions in PFM systems.
• Advanced degree (Masters) is an advantage with at least 5 years of experience in public finance/public policies/social science research.

Responsibilities

• Strengthen policy, operational, financing, monitoring, and accountability architecture for inter-agency convergence in public financial management.
• Work in coordination with DepEd, ECCD Council, DBM, and other partners to ensure coherence with nutrition governance and financing reforms.
• Produce analytical reports and guidance for decision-makers and stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical writing

Documentation

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics/Business/Public Administration/Public Finance/Social sciences

Master's degree (advantage)

Job description

UNICEF Philippines seeks a senior consultant to strengthen policy, operational, financing, monitoring, and accountability architecture for inter-agency convergence in public financial management related to early childhood development.

The role involves coordinating with DBM, DepEd, ECCD Council, NNC, DOH, and other partners, delivering analytical reports, engaging stakeholders, and providing evidence-based recommendations to improve budgeting for child-focused programs.