CONSULTANT SPECIALIST IN PUBLIC FINANCE
United Nations, Panama City, FL, United States
Department/Office
: United Nations Environment Programme
The Public Finance Consultant will continue the Climate Public Expenditure Analysis and Institutional Review (CPEIR) of El Salvador, previously conducted in 2018 for the period 2011–2015, developing the following:
Product 1 Product 1. An expenditure analysis to introduce this study to relevant stakeholders: a report that includes a review of updated climate policy instruments (PAM, PNAIC, NDC, PNCC – National Climate Change Plan –, sectoral plans, among others), identifies laws and regulations relevant to climate change, defines the timeframe of the expenditure analysis (agreed with the Ministry of Finance), and prepares a review of what data is available.
Product 2 Product 2. An assessment report on current policy priorities and strategies related to climate change: a policy analysis report containing a map of national and sectoral climate policies; assessing the coherence between climate policies and development and poverty‑reduction goals; identifying opportunities for integration between sectoral strategies; documenting the participation of stakeholder institutions in policy formulation, implementation and monitoring (based on available records provided by MARN); analyzing the use of evidence in policymaking (climate science, vulnerability assessments, costs); and evaluating monitoring and evaluation frameworks for climate policy effectiveness.
Product 3 Product 3. A review of institutional arrangements to promote the integration of climate priorities into budget and expenditure management: a document with a review of institutional arrangements that should consider updating the institutional mapping (ministries, agencies, committees and coordinating bodies); analysing the role of the Ministry of Finance in budget labeling and climate markers, including current opportunities for improvement; reviewing inter‑ministerial coordination mechanisms (PAM, PNAIC, NDC, PNCC, MRV – Measurement, Reporting and Verification – system, and other national and regional climate initiatives); describing the capacity of local governments in planning, consultation, service delivery and implementation of climate action; and the document management of international cooperation (GCF, AF, GEF, bilateral sources, others).
Product 4 Product 4. A report with the review of the integration of climate change objectives within the budgetary process, including as part of planning, implementation, expenditure management, and budget financing: a report reviewing the integration of climate change objectives into the budget process, analysing how these objectives are incorporated into the planning, formulation, implementation, expenditure management, and financing of the public budget. This analysis will be based primarily on a review of budgetary regulations and practices, supplemented by a detailed examination of public expenditure data and, where relevant, specific technical consultations.
Product 5 Product 5. A summary evaluation document outlining the key findings and recommendations: report (draft and final version) consolidating the analyses performed and containing: 1) Executive Summary with the Evaluation and Recommendations; 2) Executive and visually appealing presentation for MARN use in dissemination; 3) National workshop explaining the methodology and results strategically and clearly to the sectors with which we work, and another for the Climate Finance Roundtable; 4) Infographics to disseminate results in digital format and for publication on online platforms (observatory).
Specific tasks and responsibilities The Consultant Specialist in Public Finances will contribute to the effective implementation of the project by conducting the following tasks, considering the UNDP methodology.
Outcome 3.4 – Adaptation finance increased
Output 3.4.1 – Sources, mechanisms and operational steps identified to mobilise financial resources for national adaptation priorities.
Deliverable 1 – An expenditure analysis: methodological approach, timeframe (agreed with the Ministry of Finance), and a review of available data.
Activity 1.1 – Conduct a review of updated climate policy instruments and identify relevant laws/regulations.
Activity 1.2 – Define and validate the timeframe of the expenditure analysis in close collaboration with the Ministry of Finance.
Deliverable 2 – A policy analysis report: assessment of climate policy priorities and their coherence with development, poverty‑reduction, and inclusion goals (primarily through document review).
Activity 2.1 – Map national and sectoral climate policies, assess coherence with development/poverty‑reduction goals, and identify integration opportunities.
Activity 2.2 – Document stakeholder participation in policy processes and analyse the use of evidence in policymaking.
Activity 2.3 – Evaluate monitoring and evaluation frameworks for climate policy effectiveness.
Deliverable 3 – Review of the report on institutional arrangements: updated institutional mapping, coordination mechanisms, roles of key ministries (including the Ministry of Finance), and capacities at the national and subnational levels (document review plus targeted virtual consultations).
Activity 3.1 – Update institutional mapping and analyse the Ministry of Finance’s role in budget labeling/climate markers.
Activity 3.2 – Review inter‑ministerial coordination mechanisms and describe local governments’ capacity for climate action.
Activity 3.3 – Assess management of international cooperation (GCF, AF, GEF, bilateral sources, etc.).
Deliverable 4 – A climate public expenditure analysis report: identification and quantification of climate‑related expenditures, application of climate relevance weightings, and analysis of fiscal instruments.
Activity 4.1 – Prepare a review of available data sources; analyse and quantify climate‑relevant expenditures, identifying which government policies and programmes are relevant to climate change.
Activity 4.2 – Identify and apply a weighting for the climate change relevance of these policies and programmes (using CPEIR Climate Relevance Index or Cost‑benefit ratio as appropriate).
Activity 4.3 – Develop a climate spending data analysis using available information and the existing budget structure to estimate total government budget allocations, distribution by type of expenditure, source, climate‑relevant expenditures, and other detailed metrics listed.
Activity 4.4 – Identify "negative" expenditures that have negative consequences for climate mitigation and adaptation.
Activity 4.5 – Review of tax instruments, considering revenue‑generating instruments (taxes, green bonds, or fees) and behavioural‑changing instruments (earmarked grants, national climate funds, tax exemptions, subsidies, and carbon tax).
Deliverable 5 – A summary report of assessments and recommendations: consolidated findings and recommendations, including a national validation workshop.
Activity 5.1 – Prepare and deliver a comprehensive report (draft and final) consolidating all analyses performed.
Qualifications & Expectations
Experience in public finance, climate policy analysis, and budget review within a governmental or international framework.
Extensive knowledge of UNDP methodology and Climate Public Expenditure Analysis and Institutional Review (CPEIR).
Strong analytical skills, ability to synthesise large volumes of policy and financial data, and produce clear, actionable recommendations.
Excellent communication skills for presenting technical findings to a range of stakeholders, including government officials, civil society, and international partners.
Proficiency with data analysis tools and experience in producing detailed expenditure matrices and weightings.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple deliverables, and adhere to strict timelines.
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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: United Nations Environment Programme
The Public Finance Consultant will continue the Climate Public Expenditure Analysis and Institutional Review (CPEIR) of El Salvador, previously conducted in 2018 for the period 2011–2015, developing the following:
Product 1 Product 1. An expenditure analysis to introduce this study to relevant stakeholders: a report that includes a review of updated climate policy instruments (PAM, PNAIC, NDC, PNCC – National Climate Change Plan –, sectoral plans, among others), identifies laws and regulations relevant to climate change, defines the timeframe of the expenditure analysis (agreed with the Ministry of Finance), and prepares a review of what data is available.
Product 2 Product 2. An assessment report on current policy priorities and strategies related to climate change: a policy analysis report containing a map of national and sectoral climate policies; assessing the coherence between climate policies and development and poverty‑reduction goals; identifying opportunities for integration between sectoral strategies; documenting the participation of stakeholder institutions in policy formulation, implementation and monitoring (based on available records provided by MARN); analyzing the use of evidence in policymaking (climate science, vulnerability assessments, costs); and evaluating monitoring and evaluation frameworks for climate policy effectiveness.
Product 3 Product 3. A review of institutional arrangements to promote the integration of climate priorities into budget and expenditure management: a document with a review of institutional arrangements that should consider updating the institutional mapping (ministries, agencies, committees and coordinating bodies); analysing the role of the Ministry of Finance in budget labeling and climate markers, including current opportunities for improvement; reviewing inter‑ministerial coordination mechanisms (PAM, PNAIC, NDC, PNCC, MRV – Measurement, Reporting and Verification – system, and other national and regional climate initiatives); describing the capacity of local governments in planning, consultation, service delivery and implementation of climate action; and the document management of international cooperation (GCF, AF, GEF, bilateral sources, others).
Product 4 Product 4. A report with the review of the integration of climate change objectives within the budgetary process, including as part of planning, implementation, expenditure management, and budget financing: a report reviewing the integration of climate change objectives into the budget process, analysing how these objectives are incorporated into the planning, formulation, implementation, expenditure management, and financing of the public budget. This analysis will be based primarily on a review of budgetary regulations and practices, supplemented by a detailed examination of public expenditure data and, where relevant, specific technical consultations.
Product 5 Product 5. A summary evaluation document outlining the key findings and recommendations: report (draft and final version) consolidating the analyses performed and containing: 1) Executive Summary with the Evaluation and Recommendations; 2) Executive and visually appealing presentation for MARN use in dissemination; 3) National workshop explaining the methodology and results strategically and clearly to the sectors with which we work, and another for the Climate Finance Roundtable; 4) Infographics to disseminate results in digital format and for publication on online platforms (observatory).
Specific tasks and responsibilities The Consultant Specialist in Public Finances will contribute to the effective implementation of the project by conducting the following tasks, considering the UNDP methodology.
Outcome 3.4 – Adaptation finance increased
Output 3.4.1 – Sources, mechanisms and operational steps identified to mobilise financial resources for national adaptation priorities.
Deliverable 1 – An expenditure analysis: methodological approach, timeframe (agreed with the Ministry of Finance), and a review of available data.
Activity 1.1 – Conduct a review of updated climate policy instruments and identify relevant laws/regulations.
Activity 1.2 – Define and validate the timeframe of the expenditure analysis in close collaboration with the Ministry of Finance.
Deliverable 2 – A policy analysis report: assessment of climate policy priorities and their coherence with development, poverty‑reduction, and inclusion goals (primarily through document review).
Activity 2.1 – Map national and sectoral climate policies, assess coherence with development/poverty‑reduction goals, and identify integration opportunities.
Activity 2.2 – Document stakeholder participation in policy processes and analyse the use of evidence in policymaking.
Activity 2.3 – Evaluate monitoring and evaluation frameworks for climate policy effectiveness.
Deliverable 3 – Review of the report on institutional arrangements: updated institutional mapping, coordination mechanisms, roles of key ministries (including the Ministry of Finance), and capacities at the national and subnational levels (document review plus targeted virtual consultations).
Activity 3.1 – Update institutional mapping and analyse the Ministry of Finance’s role in budget labeling/climate markers.
Activity 3.2 – Review inter‑ministerial coordination mechanisms and describe local governments’ capacity for climate action.
Activity 3.3 – Assess management of international cooperation (GCF, AF, GEF, bilateral sources, etc.).
Deliverable 4 – A climate public expenditure analysis report: identification and quantification of climate‑related expenditures, application of climate relevance weightings, and analysis of fiscal instruments.
Activity 4.1 – Prepare a review of available data sources; analyse and quantify climate‑relevant expenditures, identifying which government policies and programmes are relevant to climate change.
Activity 4.2 – Identify and apply a weighting for the climate change relevance of these policies and programmes (using CPEIR Climate Relevance Index or Cost‑benefit ratio as appropriate).
Activity 4.3 – Develop a climate spending data analysis using available information and the existing budget structure to estimate total government budget allocations, distribution by type of expenditure, source, climate‑relevant expenditures, and other detailed metrics listed.
Activity 4.4 – Identify "negative" expenditures that have negative consequences for climate mitigation and adaptation.
Activity 4.5 – Review of tax instruments, considering revenue‑generating instruments (taxes, green bonds, or fees) and behavioural‑changing instruments (earmarked grants, national climate funds, tax exemptions, subsidies, and carbon tax).
Deliverable 5 – A summary report of assessments and recommendations: consolidated findings and recommendations, including a national validation workshop.
Activity 5.1 – Prepare and deliver a comprehensive report (draft and final) consolidating all analyses performed.
Qualifications & Expectations
Experience in public finance, climate policy analysis, and budget review within a governmental or international framework.
Extensive knowledge of UNDP methodology and Climate Public Expenditure Analysis and Institutional Review (CPEIR).
Strong analytical skills, ability to synthesise large volumes of policy and financial data, and produce clear, actionable recommendations.
Excellent communication skills for presenting technical findings to a range of stakeholders, including government officials, civil society, and international partners.
Proficiency with data analysis tools and experience in producing detailed expenditure matrices and weightings.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple deliverables, and adhere to strict timelines.
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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