Consultant-Integrated National Financing Frameworks (INFFs) Facility

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Result of Service

An ultimate result of the service is advancing the work on INFF knowledge products, including cutting edge tools, technical guidance (on policy, institutional reform, finance instruments, etc.), and e-learning courses, facilitating INFF methodology trainings and peer to peer learning relevant to country contexts, as well as strengthening agenda setting and coherence across international partners in supporting INFFs.

Work Location

Home-Based

Expected duration

15 Months; Full Time

Duties and Responsibilities

In 2015, world leaders adopted the Addis Ababa Action Agenda at the United Nations’ Third International Conference on Financing for Development. As part of the Addis Agenda commitments, countries agreed to use Integrated National Financing Frameworks (INFFs) to support nationally owned sustainable development strategies. INFFs provide a framework for financing sustainable development objectives at the national level. In the spirit of the Addis Agenda, INFFs are holistic, bringing together different financing policy areas (public and private financing and macro-systemic issues), with a view to better align them with medium- and long-term national sustainable development priorities and the SDGs. The Financing for Sustainable Development Office (FSDO) of UNDESA plays a key role in operationalizing the INFF Facility and moving forward the analysis on financing for development at the global level. In addition to advancing the work on INFF knowledge products, including cutting edge tools, technical guidance (on policy, institutional reform, finance instruments, etc.), and e-learning courses, DESA will increasingly facilitate INFF methodology trainings and peer to peer learning relevant to country contexts. Additionally, FSDO will continue to play an important convening role, working on strengthened agenda setting and coherence across international partners in supporting INFFs. Under the supervision of the Chief of the Policy Analysis and Development Branch (PADB) at FSDO, the Consultant will be responsible for the following work assignments: 1. Lead the conceptual development and drafting of INFF technical guidance documents a) Lead the development of four deep-dive methodological guidance notes on INFFs and sustainable finance, digital finance, industrial policy, and debt policy; b) Establish a process for feeding the lessons and experiences from INFF development at the country level into the four guidance documents, including development of case studies (practical illustrations in the context of the four topics outlined above); c) Lead the organization of a structured process of soliciting inputs and incorporating feedback from the IATF and other experts. 2. Lead the Conceptual Development of the INFF Training Hub a) Collaborate with INFF Facility partners (UNDP, OECD, UNICEF) to develop and finalize the INFF knowledge platform training hub; b) Regularly liaise and communicate with contractors, such as learning designers, overseeing the creation of the hub; c) Develop a comprehensive rollout plan to ensure awareness and accessibility of the knowledge products on the training hub (e.g., the e-learning courses, technical guidance, etc). 3. Systematize INFF Certification and Training a) Implement a systematic approach to INFF certification and training across the Facility's advisory services and activities, resulting in certification of 160 country officials b) Design and execute sub-regional, regional or international training exchanges on the INFF methodology and country experiences as required; c) Utilize the existing INFF E-Learning courses as the foundation for certification and trainings, drawing on global INFF guidance materials and country examples; d) Maintain a Country Activity Database (CAD) to document the certification status of country officials who complete online training. 4. Provide substantive advice on the execution of INFFs in the target FINS (Financing for Small Island Developing States) project countries (Seychelles, Dominican Republic, and Fiji), including the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, in close coordination and collaboration with the national authorities, embedded experts, UNDESA, and UN Country Teams. 5. Engage with Global SDG Finance Agendas a) Provide substantive input to global FFD processes to influence SDG financing agendas and promote UNDESA’s INFF knowledge products; b) Advocate for international engagement and alignment with country-led INFFs in forums such as the Financing for Development Forum, High-Level Dialogue, UN General Assemblies, and other strategic events; c) Strengthen partnerships and collaboration with development partners and IFIs to foster alignment with country-led INFFs. d) Encourage the participation of relevant international partners in INFF exchanges for enhanced coherence in approaches. 6. Support the required reporting, monitoring and evaluation of the INFF Facility, including the preparation of annual reports and workplan reports to the Facility donors (European Commission, Sweden, Italy). 7. Perform other relevant duties, as required.

Qualifications/special skills

Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in development studies, international relations, economics, political science or related area. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Experience: A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in financing policy and analysis, public financial management, and technical assistance, particularly in a development context or related field, is required. Experience in advising countries and developing guidance on integrated approaches to development financing is desirable. Language: Fluency in (both oral and written) English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage. Competencies: Professionalism: Shows ability to develop methodological guidance notes on Integrated National Financial Frameworks, sustainable finance, digital finance, industrial policy, and debt policy; Shows ability to establish a process for feeding the lessons and experiences from Integrated National Financial Framework development at the country level into the guidance documents, including development of case studies; Shows expertise in the areas of financing for sustainable development; shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines, and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. TeamWork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; Is willing to learn from others; Places team agenda before personal agenda; Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; Listens to others, correctly messages from others and responds appropriately; Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; Tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

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No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.