UNICEF Moldova is looking for an individual national consultant to assist the Government of the Republic of Moldova in designing a financing scheme and funding allocation framework for pre-schools (covering children 3-6/7 years of age). This framework should be based on the principles of universal access and equity and take into account realistic sources of financing.

The National Consultant will work with the International Consultant/Team Leader who will be hired by UNICEF separately.

The consultancy is expected to be carried out within a six-month period, starting from December 2017 and ending in May 2018, with the possibility of extension as required.

Qualifications and experience:

• Advanced university degree in the area of Public Finance, Economics or related field
• 5-8 years of experience in developing funding frameworks at preschool/or general education levels
• Experience in analyzing or developing financing schemes, including in the context of decentralization and public-private partnerships
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Strong communication and inter-personal skills, including proven ability to cooperate with public institutions in Moldova
• Experience with UNICEF or other UN Agencies will be an asset
• Excellent command of Romanian and Russian, both oral and written
• Working command of English is a strong asset.

HOW TO APPLY: To apply for this position and read more detailed information, please visit UNICEF web-page:

https://www.unicef.org/about/employ/?job=510925

Applications for this position must be received no later than: 23 February 2018

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all backgrounds and minority groups, including persons with disabilities, to apply.

UNICEF is a global organization that seeks to improve the lives and health of children, especially the most vulnerable ones. UNICEF works in more than 190 countries and territories to help children survive and thrive, from early childhood through adolescence. UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. For more information about UNICEF and its work in Moldova visit: http://www.unicef.md/ You can also follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

Please note that only candidates who are under serious consideration will be contacted.

 

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