Green Economy and Finance Expert
Integrate the Sustainable Budgeting Approach into Guatemala’s national budget processes.
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Overview
Integrate the Sustainable Budgeting Approach into Guatemala’s national budget processes.
You have:
- Advanced university degree (Master's level or above), in Economics, Public Policy, or related field (Desirable).
- Courses or certifications related to inclusive green economy policy, sustainable finance and fiscal policy (Desirable).
- At least 5 years of proven experience in fields related to environmental economics, sustainable finance and fiscal policy (Required).
- Prior experience in research, fiscal policy and budget analysis (Required).
- Experience in drafting policy documents and leading presentations for high-level audiences (Required).
- Experience in the field of Green Economy, Fiscal Policy and Finance (Required).
- Strong quantitative and qualitative skills and familiarity with Guatemala’s economic landscape and public finance policies (Desirable).
- Fluent Spanish is required; Advanced level of English is desirable.
Contract
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Result of Service
The ultimate result of this consultancy is the successful integration of the Sustainable Budgeting Approach (SBA) into Guatemala’s national budget planning and formulation processes, with strengthened technical capacities across key institutions. Through the delivery of targeted trainings, coordination of data collection and analysis, and tailored methodological support, the consultancy will ensure that the SBA is applied effectively, adapted to the national context, and positioned for long-term institutionalization. The expert’s guidance will enable national stakeholders to assess fiscal policy impacts through a sustainability lens and make informed, evidence-based decisions aligned with inclusive green economy objectives.
Work Location
Remote
Expected duration
12 months
Duties and Responsibilities
The Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE), an interagency initiative involving the International Labour Organization (ILO), United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) supports nations and regions in reframing economic policies and practices around sustainability to foster economic growth, create income and jobs, reduce poverty and inequality, and strengthen the ecological foundations of their economies. The Economic and Trade Policy Unit is executing the PAGE country delivery activities on behalf of UNEP. Specific tasks and responsibilities The main activities to be carried out within the framework of this consultancy are: 1.Product 1: Initial Report + 1st Training •Work plan for SBA implementation •Delivery of first training session •Coordination setup with local experts and ministries 2.Product 2: Intermediate Report + 2nd Training •Summary of progress in data processing and coordination •Delivery of second training •Identification of implementation challenges and preliminary adjustments 3.Product 3: 3rd Training + Technical Summary Note Description: •Delivery of third training •Short technical note •Preparation of final evaluation inputs 4.Product 4: Final Report •Comprehensive evaluation of SBA implementation •Documentation of lessons learned •Final recommendations for sustainability and institutionalization
Qualifications/special skills
Advanced university degree (Master's level or above), in Economics, Public Policy, or related field (Desirable). −Courses or certifications related to inclusive green economy policy, sustainable finance and fiscal policy (Desirable). At least 5 years of proven experience in fields related to environmental economics, sustainable finance and fiscal policy (Required). −Prior experience in research, fiscal policy and budget analysis (Required). −Experience in drafting policy documents and leading presentations for high-level audiences (Required). -Experience in the field of Green Economy, Fiscal Policy and Finance (Required). Strong quantitative and qualitative skills and familiarity with Guatemala’s economic landscape and public finance policies (Desirable).
Languages
Fluent Spanish is required -Advanced level of English is desirable
Additional Information
Not available.
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.
Potential interview questions
| Describe your experience with sustainable finance and how it relates to fiscal policy. | The interviewer wants to understand your relevant experience and its impact. | Provide specific examples that showcase your expertise in both areas. |
| How would you approach training local institutions in the Sustainable Budgeting Approach? | This assesses your training and capacity-building strategies. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of a policy document you have drafted? What was the impact? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What challenges have you faced in working with green economy policies? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Explain a situation where you had to present complex information to a non-expert audience. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What is your understanding of Guatemala's fiscal policy landscape? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you evaluate the success of the Sustainable Budgeting Approach implementation? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What tools would you use for data analysis in this role? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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