International Consultant - Health Financing

Job Posting Organization:
The job posting organization is the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), which was established in 195

• ECA's mission is to promote the economic and social development of its member States, foster regional integration, and enhance the international competitiveness of African countries. The organization operates in 54 African countries and has a workforce of over 1,000 employees. ECA focuses on various sectors, including economic governance, sustainable development, and health financing, among others.

Job Overview:
The position of International Consultant - Health Financing is designed to support the ECA's initiatives in health financing, innovative finance, capital market development, and domestic resource mobilization for health. The consultant will engage in policy analysis, provide technical advice, generate knowledge, and facilitate stakeholder engagement. The role aims to enhance the capacity of African member States to secure sustainable financing for health, leverage both domestic and international resources, and develop investment-ready health projects. The consultant will work closely with the Macroeconomics and Governance Division (MGD) and will be involved in various analytical and supportive tasks that contribute to the overall health financing strategy of ECA.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will undertake a variety of duties under the guidance of the Director and the Chief of the Finance and Domestic Resource Mobilization Section. Key responsibilities include: conducting economic and sector analysis to develop databases and policy research on health financing; assessing innovative financing instruments; analyzing African capital markets; evaluating policy and regulatory frameworks; identifying opportunities for domestic resource mobilization; supporting health investment readiness; preparing analytical inputs for intergovernmental meetings; drafting statements and presentations for senior leadership; organizing consultations and events; participating in missions; and contributing to technical cooperation projects. The consultant will also be responsible for collecting and analyzing data to provide insights for decision-making and reporting.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in economics, finance, health economics, public policy, or related fields. A first-level university degree combined with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of a master's degree. Additionally, a minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in economic research, policy formulation, development finance, or health financing is required. Experience in data analytics, particularly in the African context, is desirable, as is familiarity with multi-lateral processes and technical cooperation with governments and development partners.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes an advanced university degree in relevant fields such as economics, finance, health economics, or public policy. Candidates with a first-level university degree may be considered if they have additional qualifying experience. This educational foundation is essential for understanding the complexities of health financing and economic development in the African context.

Experience:
The position requires at least five years of progressively responsible experience in areas such as economic research, policy formulation, development finance, and health financing. Candidates with two or more years of experience in data analytics will have an advantage. Experience working on African-related issues and familiarity with multi-lateral or intergovernmental processes are also desirable, as is experience in financing for sustainable development at regional or global levels.

Languages:
Fluency in English is required for this consultancy position, both oral and written. Knowledge of French is desirable, and proficiency in another UN official language is considered an advantage. This linguistic capability is crucial for effective communication within the United Nations and with various stakeholders involved in health financing initiatives.

Additional Notes:
The position is expected to last for 12 months. The consultant will be engaged in a full-time capacity and will be involved in various projects related to health financing and sustainable finance. It is important to note that the United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, ensuring that the application process is accessible and equitable for all candidates.