National Individual Consultant on Costing of the National Action Plan for the Implementation of the European Child Guarantee in the Republic of Moldova 2027-2030, Chisinau, Moldova, Social P
Support the Government to develop a costing framework for the National Action Plan on the implementation of the European Child Guarantee.
Overview
Support the Government to develop a costing framework for the National Action Plan on the implementation of the European Child Guarantee.
You have:
- Masters Degree in finance, economics, public administration and finance, accounting or related field
- Minimum 8 years of proven experience in estimating the costs of policy documents implementation
- Proven experience in analyzing complex data and supporting resource mobilization
- Excellent written Romanian language skills
- Working knowledge of English is an asset
- Proven engagement with national and international institutions or organizations is considered a strong added value
Contract
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Contract Duration - 3.5 Months
Working arrangement - Remote work, Social Policy section, Chisinau, Moldova
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.
At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.
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TERMS OF REFERENCE
The purpose of this consultancy is to support the Government to develop a comprehensive costing framework for the National Action Plan (NAP) on the implementation of the European Child Guarantee in the Republic of Moldova, covering the period 2027–2030.
If you would like to know more about this consultancy, please review the complete Terms of Reference here: TMC0002642 External ToR 2.pdf
Minimum Qualification required:
Education
Masters Degree in finance, economics, public administration and finance, accounting or related field
Work experience
Minimum 8 years of proven experience in estimating the costs of policy documents implementation (strategies, programmes, action plans)
Knowledge/Expertise/Skills
Proven experience in analyzing complex data and supporting resource mobilization.
Language Requirements
Excellent written Romanian language skills. Working knowledge of English is an asset
Desirables:
Proven engagement with national and international institutions or organizations is considered a strong added value.
For every Child, you demonstrate...
UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values
UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status.
UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance.
UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.
Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents via the online recruitment portal, TMS (Talent Management System):
- An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV)
- Cover letter
- A separate financial proposal TMC0002642 Financial proposal.docx
- Technical proposal: Description of the relevant experience with similar types of assignments (max. 500 words). Links to previous works of the candidate relevant to the TOR
Remarks:
UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information.
All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here.
Potential interview questions
| Describe your approach to developing a costing framework for a national policy. | The interviewer wants to understand your methodology and thought process in costing. | Outline a systematic approach that includes stakeholder engagement, data collection, and analysis. |
| Give an example of a complex data analysis project you successfully completed. | This question seeks to evaluate your analytical skills and past experiences. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How have you engaged with national or international institutions in the past? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What methods do you use for resource mobilization? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you share an experience where you had to overcome a significant challenge in policy implementation? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What experience do you have with child protection policies? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure your analysis is objective and accurate? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What do you consider as the key factors for the success of the National Action Plan? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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