Consultant National en Appui à la mise en place d'un Cadre de Dialogue entre les Ministères de

Organizational Context

The Democratic Republic of Congo is undergoing reforms in public finance management and the education sector. The government aims to improve the qualitative management of its educational system's finances, transitioning to a program-based budget. UNESCO supports this by strengthening coordination mechanisms between public bodies responsible for public finances, planning, and educational policy implementation. This consultancy is part of UNESCO's broader effort to enhance the education sector's development in the DRC.

Job Purpose

The primary objective of this consultancy is to facilitate the establishment of a structured dialogue framework between ministries responsible for Education and those for Finance, Budget, and Planning. This initiative aims to foster synergy, mutual understanding, and better articulation of budgetary and educational policies. The consultant will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between these key government bodies, ensuring that educational policies are aligned with national financial and planning priorities. This will contribute to more effective resource allocation and improved financial management within the education sector, ultimately supporting the DRC's educational transformation goals.

Responsibilities

The consultant will be responsible for developing terms of reference for establishing a dialogue framework between education ministries and ministries of plan, budget, and finance. This includes proposing mutual accountability mechanisms and supporting stakeholders in defining institutional dialogue modalities. The role involves contributing to the development of coordination tools and mechanisms, ensuring liaison and consultation with national bodies such as the Government, Parliament, and relevant ministries to align educational policies and reforms with national priorities. Furthermore, the consultant will foster better articulation of planning and financing frameworks and support capacity building for national actors involved in this dialogue. Key deliverables include a diagnostic report, a validated dialogue framework proposal, an operational implementation guide, an action plan, and progress reports with recommendations.

Work Experience

A minimum of 8 years of experience is required in inter-institutional dialogue, budget planning, or sectoral coordination. Demonstrated knowledge of educational policies, public finances, and national budgetary processes is essential. Proven analytical, report writing, workshop facilitation, and institutional stakeholder interaction skills are also necessary.

Skills

Excellent French language proficiency is essential, along with strong synthesis and communication abilities. The role requires strong planning and organization skills, a commitment to teamwork, and the capacity for continuous learning and knowledge sharing. The ability to innovate and demonstrate responsibility is also valued.

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