We are currently searching for consultants to the below positions
Country Armenia
Project title: TA for PEFA Assessment on Armenia 2013[/size]
Position Senior PFM expert - Team Leader
Objectives
• The overall objective of the contract is to provide Technical Assistance to assess the PFM systems of Armenia in 2013 by applying the PEFA methodology.
• The specific objective of the contract is to facilitate the role of the Ministry of Finance of the Government of the Republic of Armenia to carry out a self-assessment of the PFM systems using the PEFA methodology, specifically by ensuring the consistent use of the "PEFA Check approach".
Experts profile
• Minimum Master Degree level in public finance, accounting, economics and/or expenditure management or related field is required; or 10 years of equivalent work experience;
• At least 10 years of experience in public finance management on analysis and/or audit of PFM in developing countries;
• Previous experience in conducting a PEFA assessment at central level;
• Proven experience of leading and coordinating team work in the field of PFM diagnostics, preferably the PEFA assessment;
• Proven experience in supporting a national government to carry out a PFM diagnostic in a self-assessment mode, preferably the PEFA assessment;
• Prior experience in a CIS country is a distinct asset;
• Excellent skills in English, especially writing;
• Knowledge of Russian and/or Armenian will be an asset.
Number of working days 40
Language English
Project start 02/09/2013
Apply by 13/08/2013
Position Revenue expert (senior)
Objectives
• The overall objective of the contract is to provide Technical Assistance to assess the PFM systems of Armenia in 2013 by applying the PEFA methodology.
• The specific objective of the contract is to facilitate the role of the Ministry of Finance of the Government of the Republic of Armenia to carry out a self-assessment of the PFM systems using the PEFA methodology, specifically by ensuring the consistent use of the "PEFA Check approach".
Experts profile[/b
• Minimum Master Degree level in public finance, accounting, economics and/or expenditure management or related field is required or 10 years of equivalent working experience;
• At least 10 years of experience in public finance management on analysis and/or audit of PFM in developing countries;
• Previous experience in assessing revenue (both Government and Donors) of a PFM diagnostics, preferably a PEFA assessment. (indicators PI 13, 14, 15 and D1, D2, D3);
• Prior experience in a CIS country is a distinct asset;
• Excellent skills in English, especially writing;
• Knowledge of Russian and/or Armenian will be an asset.
Number of working days 23
Language English
Project start 02/09/2013
Apply by 13/08/2013
Position Junior PFM Expert
Objectives
• The overall objective of the contract is to provide Technical Assistance to assess the PFM systems of Armenia in 2013 by applying the PEFA methodology.
• The specific objective of the contract is to facilitate the role of the Ministry of Finance of the Government of the Republic of Armenia to carry out a self-assessment of the PFM systems using the PEFA methodology, specifically by ensuring the consistent use of the "PEFA Check approach".
Experts profile
• Minimum Master Degree level in public finance, accounting, economics and/or expenditure management or related field is required or 3 years of equivalent working experience;
• At least 3 years of experience in public finance management on analysis and/or audit of PFM in developing countries;
• Previous experience in conducting a PEFA assessments at central level is an asset;
• Proven experience of leading and coordinating team work in the field of PFM diagnostics, preferably the PEFA assessment indicators;
• Proven experience in supporting a national government to carry out a PFM diagnostic in a self-assessment mode, preferably the PEFA assessment;
• Familiarity with public financial management issues, including procurement and external audit in Armenia is a requirement;
• Excellent skills in English, especially writing;
• Fluency in Armenian is an essential requirement.
Number of working days 42
Language English
The interested candidates should apply by sending their CVs and contact details (phone number and email) to europlus@europlus.sk clearly indicating (i) country and (ii) title of the position to which they apply. The CV should clearly demonstrate meeting of all the requirements mentioned in the requested profile.
While we thank to all the interested candidates, please be informed that only those pre-selected will be contacted. Even if not being pre-selected, we may contact the candidate in the future when opportunities arise.
