National Consultancy to Develop Zambia Sustainable Social Assistance Financing Strategy (2027–2031)

About the role

UNICEF is seeking a consultant to lead the development of a costed, evidence‑based Sustainable Social Assistance Financing Strategy for Zambia’s Social Cash Transfer and Cash Plus programmes covering 2027‑2031. The assignment will translate the existing financing framework into actionable steps, institutional arrangements and a monitoring system.

Key responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive financing roadmap, costed implementation plan and results framework.
• Conduct a political economy analysis to assess feasibility, stakeholder interests and advocacy opportunities.
• Prepare a risk assessment and mitigation plan covering fiscal shocks, inflation, exchange‑rate volatility and climate‑related risks.
• Identify practical measures to protect and progressively increase government financing commitments.
• Define clear institutional responsibilities, implementation steps and monitoring arrangements.

Required profile

• Proven experience in designing financing strategies for social protection or cash transfer programmes.
• Strong understanding of public finance, budgeting and fiscal risk management.
• Ability to work with government ministries, technical working groups and international partners.

Required skills