Position
Objective 3 Lead – Budget and Transparency Expert
Project
USAID Ghana Fiscal Accountability Strengthening Activity (FASA)
Base of Operations
Accra, Ghana
Position Reports to
Deputy Chief of Party
Project Background
The USAID funded Ghana Fiscal Accountability Strengthening Activity (FASA) will work in key areas of Ghana’s public financial management (PFM) ecosystem to enhance the accountability, transparency, and efficiency of public expenditures. After the country defaulted in 2022, significantly raising the cost of living for most Ghanaians, international and domestic attention turned to the government. Building on the foundation laid by previous reforms, FASA will partner with key Ghanaian institutions such as the Ghana Audit Service and the Controller and Accountant General’s Department to raise the bar for fiscal accountability at national and subnational levels.
Position Purpose
The Budgeting and Transparency Expert is responsible for providing technical assistance and training on budgeting and transparency issues to government officials and civil society organizations (CSOs). This includes supporting the development and implementation of transparent and accountable budgeting processes, promoting citizen participation in budget development and oversight, strengthening internal audit and internal controls, facilitating collaboration between districts, and improving change management .
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Education Required: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
- Bachelor's degree in public administration, economics, finance, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
- At least 10 years of experience in budgeting, finance, or public administration.
- Strong understanding of budgeting principles, transparency measures, and public finance management.
- Experience working with government agencies and civil society organizations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Familiarity with PFM best practices, particularly related to internal audit, internal controls, and Ghana Integrated Financial Management Information System (GIFMIS)
- Familiarity with Social and Behavior Change (SBC) principles.
- Proficiency in English and local languages.
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