Job Title: International Consultant – Multistakeholder Financing Mechanism to End Child Labour
Organization: UNICEF – United Nations Children’s Fund
Location: Accra, Ghana
Employment Type: Full-Time
Application Deadline: 04 May 2026

Company Profile

UNICEF – United Nations Children’s Fund works in over 190 countries and territories to protect the rights and well-being of every child. UNICEF partners with governments, civil society, and the private sector to deliver innovative solutions that improve children’s lives, with a strong focus on equity, protection, and sustainable development.

Position Overview

UNICEF Ghana seeks a highly experienced International Consultant to design and support the implementation of a multistakeholder financing mechanism aimed at eliminating child labour in Ghana. The consultant will work closely with government agencies, development partners, and private sector stakeholders to develop a sustainable and impactful financing framework. This role requires deep expertise in development finance, strong partnership-building capabilities, and the ability to translate strategy into actionable outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of a multistakeholder financing mechanism to address child labour in Ghana
• Map and engage key stakeholders, including government institutions, donors, private sector partners, and civil society organizations
• Develop comprehensive design documents outlining the structure, governance, and operational framework of the financing mechanism
• Create and implement a resource mobilization strategy to ensure long-term sustainability
• Provide strategic advice on development finance and innovative funding approaches
• Facilitate consultations, workshops, and stakeholder meetings to build consensus and alignment
• Conduct analysis and produce high-quality reports to inform decision-making
• Collaborate with UNICEF teams and partners to ensure effective delivery of project objectives

Qualifications and Requirements

• Advanced university degree in Finance, Economics, Development Studies, Public Policy, or a related field
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in development finance
• Proven experience in designing multistakeholder financing mechanisms
• Strong expertise in partnership development and resource mobilization
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in diverse and multicultural environments
• Fluency in English (written and spoken)

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