CAREER OPPORTUNITY
\nThe Deutsche Gesellschaft f\u00fcr Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is the implementing agency of the Federal Republic of Germany for technical and international cooperation. It offers flexible, sustainable and effective solutions in political, economic and social change processes. Most of the work of GIZ is commissioned by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). GIZ also operates on behalf of other German ministries as well as public and private bodies in Germany and abroad. These include the European Commission, the United Nations, the World Bank and governments of other countries.
\nThe Urbanisation and Decentralisation for Development programme (UD4D) supports the Zambian government in fostering climate-resilient urbanization. Its goal is to enhance the capacity of selected municipalities to implement just and climate-resilient urban development strategies. Working with the Cabinet Office, the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development, and municipalities such as Livingstone, Choma, Mazabuka, Mansa, Samfya, and, to a certain extent the city of Lusaka, the programme engages at both national and sub-national levels, including citizen groups and CSOs. The programme aims to:<\/p>\n
Strengthen municipal planning capacities.
\nImprove financial capacities of municipalities.
\nEnhance civil society participation.
\nPromote technical dialogue between state and civil society.<\/p>\n
Improving municipalities revenue generation capacity is vital for sustainable urban development, enabling better local project execution and addressing community needs for long-term resilience.
\nIn this context, the project is seeking a suitable candidate for the following position:
\nRevenue Enhancement for Climate Resilient Urban Development Advisor, Band 4\u00a0 (based in Lusaka)
\nREF: GIZ_UD4D_REA
\nThe expert will support the enhancement of the financial capacity of selected municipalities to generate own-source revenue. They will play a key role in strengthening the financial management systems and processes, capacity, and mechanisms for municipal revenue collection, with a specific focus on supporting climate-resilient and inclusive urban development.
\nMain tasks and responsibilities<\/p>\n
Provide technical assistance to local authorities for a sustainable local revenue generation with focus on own source revenue and fiscal transfers from the central government
\nSupport for credible budgeting, i.e. planning and financing of development projects in the budget including necessary investments for digitalization processes and tools
\nDevelop and implement a concept for individual capacity enhancement and organisational development for better revenue generation and management, budgeting and financing of projects and processes
\nSupport on improving relevant data collection and management for budgeting, financing of development projects
\nSupport on transparent revenue expenditure reporting to the citizens and the government, as well as digitalization of respective reporting processes and tools
\nSupport the integration of climate resilience and green budgeting into municipal financial planning and budgeting processes.
\nAdvise on innovative financing mechanisms that can support climate resilience, including public-private partnerships and green finance initiatives.
\nCollaborate with other experts and stakeholders in the programme to ensure synergies between revenue enhancement efforts and broader urban development objectives.
\nMonitor, evaluate, and report on the progress and effectiveness of revenue enhancement strategies and the quality of financial reporting in the mentioned municipalities<\/p>\n
Qualifications and Requirements:<\/p>\n
Bachelor\u2019s degree in finance, Statistics, Economics, or a related field.
\nMaster\u2019s or equivalent in Finance, Statistics, Economics, or a related field.
\nApplicants are expected to have their academic certificates verified by Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA)<\/p>\n
Professional experience<\/p>\n
Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in municipal finance, public revenue management, with a focus on enhancing local revenue generation.
\nMinimum of 3 years of experience in capacity-building and training of local government staff
\nSeveral years of working experience with an international development cooperation organisation
\nDemonstrated experience in developing and implementing strategies for improving municipal financial systems and revenue generation.
\nStrong understanding of the links between urban development, climate resilience, and municipal finance.
\nProven ability to work with local government officials, councillors, citizen groups, urban planners, and other key stakeholders in a multi-disciplinary environment.<\/p>\n
Other knowledge and additional competences<\/p>\n
Very good communication and analytical skills
\nTeam player and openness for sharing proactive feedback and receiving constructive feedback
\nFamiliarity with the challenges and opportunities in the Zambian context, particularly with regard to urbanization and climate resilience, is an advantage
\nFluency in English is required; knowledge of local languages is a plus.<\/p>\n
The successful candidate will be expected to start employment with GIZ, on a fixed term contract.
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