International Consultant for Development of Bottom-Up Costed Action Plan
Quick answer
UNFPA is seeking an International Consultant for developing a Costed Action Plan for Lao PDR's National Demographic Dividend Roadmap, focusing on activity-based costing and public financial management. The role involves working in a hybrid modality combining remote technical coaching with one on-site mission to Vientiane.
- Role
- International Consultant for Development of Bottom-Up Costed Action Plan
- Organization
- UNFPA Country Office in Lao PDR
- Location
- Lao PDR, Vientiane Capital (Hybrid)
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
The role
The position involves developing a Costed Action Plan for Lao PDR's National Demographic Dividend Roadmap (DDR 2025-2030) with a focus on activity-based costing and public financial management.
What you'll do
- Provide technical guidance and modeling tools for the development of an activity-based Costed Action Plan
- Conduct comprehensive costing workshops across multiple sectors including Health/SRHR, CEFM/GBV, Employment, Social Protection, and Education/Skills
- Lead consolidation and macro-reconciliation of multi-sectoral inputs into a financial model spanning short-term, medium-term, and long-term phases
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in Development Economics, Health Economics, Public Finance, Social Policy, Statistics or related fields
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive professional experience in program costing, MTEF, public financial management, or activity-based strategic planning within developing country contexts
- Proven track record in designing and facilitating multi-sectoral capacity development workshops and providing technical coaching to national counterparts
- High-level proficiency in spoken and written English
- Deep functional understanding of population dynamics, demographic dividend pillars, and gender-responsive budgeting
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive net salary and other benefits as applicable
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Lao PDR, Vientiane Capital, with a hybrid work schedule combining remote technical coaching with one on-site mission to Vientiane.
What is the compensation package like?
Compensation and benefits are not specified. The position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary and other benefits as applicable.
How do I apply for this role?
Applications should be submitted by December 31, 2025, to the UNFPA Country Office in Lao PDR. The application process will involve background checks, medical clearance, and other administrative requirements.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree in Development Economics, Health Economics, Public Finance, Social Policy, Statistics or related fields, with at least 7 years of relevant experience and a proven track record in designing and facilitating multi-sectoral capacity development workshops.
Is the role remote?
The role is primarily hybrid, combining remote technical coaching with one on-site mission to Vientiane during the Phase II data collection and micro-costing stage.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNFPA Country Office in Lao PDR's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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