CONSULTANT SPECIALIST IN PUBLIC FINANCE
Consultant Specialist in Public Finance
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Job Opening ID: 275602
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Category and Level : Consultants, CON
Duty Station : PANAMA CITY
Department/Office : United Nations Environment Programme
Date Posted : Apr 10, 2026
Deadline : Apr 23, 2026
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Result of Service
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. 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 time frame of the expenditure analysis (agreed on with the Ministry of Finance), and prepares a review of what data is available. 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. 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 should consider updating the institutional mapping (ministries, agencies, committees and coordinating bodies); analyzing 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. 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, analyzing 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. 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.
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Job Opening
Job Opening ID: 275602
Job Network : -
Job Family : -
Category and Level : Consultants, CON
Duty Station : PANAMA CITY
Department/Office : United Nations Environment Programme
Date Posted : Apr 10, 2026
Deadline : Apr 23, 2026
Apply Now
Result of Service
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. 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 time frame of the expenditure analysis (agreed on with the Ministry of Finance), and prepares a review of what data is available. 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. 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 should consider updating the institutional mapping (ministries, agencies, committees and coordinating bodies); analyzing 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. 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, analyzing 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. 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 are identified to mobilize financial resources for national adaptation priorities.
- Deliverable 1: An expenditure analysis: methodological approach, timeframe (Agreed on 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 time frame 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. This analysis will be conducted 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 analyze 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. This analysis will be conducted primarily through document review, supplemented by targeted virtual consultations. Activity 3.1 Update institutional mapping and analyze 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. Analyze and quantify climate-relevant expenditures, identifying which government policies and programs are relevant to climate change. The whole-of-government Chart of Accounts should be reviewed to ensure that the administrative structure allows for the integration of meaningful spending elements across different areas of government, beyond a prescriptive list of candidate ministries. It is important to identify the activities within budget lines as well as the administrative structures. The CPEIR typology should be used as a basis. Activity 4.2 Identify and apply a weighting for the climate change relevance of these policies and programs. The UNDP methodology recommends two weighting tools, depending on data availability: 4.2.1 CPEIR Climate Relevance Index (if the data is limited) 4.2.2 Cost-benefit ratio (if the necessary data is available). Activity 4.3 Develop a climate spending data analysis using available information and the existing budget structure to estimate the following (but not limited to): 4.3.1 Total government budget allocations and results: 4.3.2 By type of expenditure: recurring vs. capital 4.3.3 By source: domestic vs. external 4.3.4 Total climate-relevant expenditures: 4.3.5 By type of expenditure: recurring vs. capital 4.3.6 By source: domestic vs. external 4.3.7 By CPEIR typology: Policy and Governance (PG); Scientific, Technological and Social Capacity (ST); and Climate Change Implementation (CCD) 4.3.8 By levels of relevance (depending on the weighting methods used) 4.3.9 By ministries: ministries with the largest allocations 4.3.10 By strategic sectoral policies 4.3.11 Proportional analysis: 4.3.12 Climate-relevant expenditures as a proportion of total government budgets/spending 4.3.13 Climate-related expenditures as a proportion of GDP 4.3.14 Spending on strategic sectoral policies Activity 4.4 Identify "negative" expenditures, that is, expenditures that have negative consequences for climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts. Activity 4.5 Review of tax instruments, considering: 4.5.1 Revenue-generating instruments: These include taxes, green bonds, or fees to generate income that address the impact of climate change. 4.5.2 Behavioral-changing instruments: These include earmarked grants, allocated subnational tax transfers, national climate funds, taxes, tax exemptions, and subsidies to incentivize investment in climate-friendly projects (e.g., corporate income tax and VAT exemptions/reductions for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects) or to discourage investment in projects that contribute to climate change (e.g., a 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.
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