International Budget Partnership (IBP) Hiring Senior Health Public Financial Management Advisor
The International Budget Partnership (IBP) works to make governments raise and spend public money more fairly so that people have access to the resources and opportunities they need to thrive.
Job Title: Senior Health Public Financial Management Advisor
Organisation: International Budget Partnership (IBP)
Department: GAPP
Job Location: Remote
Employment Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term
IBP partners with budget analysts, community organisers and advocates in more than 100 countries to advance public budget systems that work for people.
Contract Length: Initial 1-year fixed-term contract, with a view to renewal
Closing Date: 22 October 2026 at 1:00 PM GMT
Preferred Start Date: January 2027
Reports To: Global Lead, Policy and Research
Its work includes generating evidence, advocating for reform, and strengthening the skills and knowledge of people so they can participate in budget decisions that affect their lives.
IBP has staff based across multiple countries, with in-depth country work in Nigeria, South Africa, Indonesia and Francophone Africa.
About the Role
IBP is seeking a Senior Health Public Financial Management Advisor to provide technical expertise for its growing health public financial management (PFM) portfolio.
The Advisor will provide direct technical assistance and capacity strengthening to country teams and civil society partners.
The role will help teams diagnose and address problems in how health resources are planned, budgeted, released, spent and accounted for, while developing research methods and diagnostic tools to support evidence-based work.
The position requires a strong PFM practitioner who can work across health and finance systems and move between hands-on technical support, applied research and diagnosis, and facilitation of problem-solving among diverse actors.
Job Summary
- Employer: International Budget Partnership (IBP)
- Job Type: Full-time
- Location: Harare, Zimbabwe
- Category: Finance
- Salary: Illustrative annual gross salary ranges include: – Nigeria: USD 41,475-43,430 – Senegal: CFA 26,156,180-29,214,581 – South Africa: ZAR 789,698-826,908 – Kenya: KES 4,348,190-4,553,080 – Europe: EUR 65,000-80,000
- Closing Date: 2026-10-22
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct technical assistance to regional and country teams and partners, with a focus on Africa and IBP’s broader partner engagements on health budgets.
- Diagnose and address health PFM problems, including budget credibility and execution, resource flows, procurement, expenditure controls and reporting.
- Help teams identify technical, institutional and political causes of identified problems.
- Map actors, relationships, incentives and accountability mechanisms that shape health PFM challenges.
- Develop feasible strategies for addressing identified problems.
- Facilitate technical dialogue and joint problem-solving among finance and budget institutions, health institutions, subnational governments, civil society, oversight institutions, communities and development partners.
- Design and deliver capacity strengthening and training for IBP teams, civil society partners, government counterparts and other accountability actors.
- Provide ongoing technical advice and facilitation in English and, where possible, French.
- Develop and refine practical research methods and diagnostic approaches for health PFM problems and their surrounding accountability ecosystems.
- Conduct or oversee country-level analysis combining quantitative budget and expenditure data with institutional and political economy analysis.
- Analysing health budget credibility, execution, resource flows, reporting and oversight.
- Translate findings into actionable recommendations, technical briefs, diagnostic reports and other products.
- Identify recurring problems and evidence gaps across countries.
- Use lessons from implementation to strengthen IBP’s health PFM methodologies and technical assistance.
- Work with IBP’s Global Policy and Partnerships team, country Policy Leads, and Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning colleagues.
- Integrate health PFM expertise into country programming.
- Connect learning across countries and align activities with IBP’s broader strategy.
- Coordinate work planning, budgets and reporting for assigned health PFM projects and activities.
- Contribute technical content to concept notes, funding proposals and donor reports.
- Represent IBP’s health PFM work with donors, government counterparts, technical partners and relevant policy and technical forums.
- Participate in team, staff and coordination meetings and other assigned activities.
Requirements
- A minimum of 7 years of professional experience providing technical assistance, advisory support or applied analysis on public financial management, including experience in the health sector.
- Understanding of health systems and health financing and how they interact with government PFM systems.
- Strong technical understanding of PFM systems, particularly budget formulation, programme budgeting, budget credibility and execution, resource tracking and financing systems, expenditure controls and financial reporting.
- Demonstrated ability to diagnose complex PFM problems using quantitative, institutional and political economy analysis.
- Experience providing hands-on technical assistance to government, civil society and/or other country-level actors.
- Experience developing or adapting research methods, diagnostic tools or analytical frameworks for country-level PFM or sectoral analysis.
- Strong facilitation and communication skills.
- Extensive experience working across countries and cultures, including engagement with governments, civil society organisations, development partners and other stakeholders in low- and middle-income countries.
- Commitment to equity, social justice and strengthening citizen and civil society participation in public resource decision-making and accountability.
- Fluency in English.
- Working knowledge of French and familiarity with Francophone PFM systems, including the WAEMU (UEMOA) harmonised public finance framework, are an advantage.
Salary
Illustrative annual gross salary ranges include: – Nigeria: USD 41,475-43,430 – Senegal: CFA 26,156,180-29,214,581 – South Africa: ZAR 789,698-826,908 – Kenya: KES 4,348,190-4,553,080 – Europe: EUR 65,000-80,000
How to Apply
To apply, please visit: ibp.bamboohr.com
About the Company
The International Budget Partnership (IBP) operates in Zimbabwe through its global network, supporting civil society organizations and citizens to engage with government budgets and hold public officials accountable for resource allocation. In Zimbabwe, IBP collaborates with local partners to promote budget transparency, participatory budgeting processes, and equitable public spending, particularly in sectors such as health and education. The organization provides technical assistance, training, and research tools to strengthen the capacity of Zimbabwean civil society groups to analyze and influence fiscal policy. IBP's work in Zimbabwe contributes to its broader mission of ensuring that public resources are managed effectively to reduce poverty and inequality across Southern Africa.
Making public budgets work for people
Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifications and certifications are typically required for a Senior Health Public Financial Management Advisor role in Zimbabwe?
Most employers require a master's degree in finance, public health, economics, or a related field, plus professional certifications such as ACCA, CIMA, or CA. At least 7-10 years of experience in public financial management, preferably within the health sector or with international organizations, is usually expected.
What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities in this role?
Daily tasks include analyzing health budgets, advising government ministries on fiscal transparency, supporting budget implementation monitoring, and building capacity of local finance officers. You will also prepare technical reports, facilitate stakeholder workshops, and collaborate with civil society organizations on health expenditure tracking.
How does the work culture and employer expectations differ for senior advisory roles in Zimbabwe compared to international NGOs?
Zimbabwean workplaces often emphasize hierarchical respect and relationship-building before task execution, so patience and cultural sensitivity are essential. Employers expect high adaptability due to economic volatility, strong networking with government officials, and willingness to work with limited resources while maintaining international standards.
What career progression opportunities exist for senior PFM advisors in Zimbabwe?
With experience, you can advance to country director, regional technical lead, or specialized roles in multilateral institutions like WHO or World Bank. Many professionals also transition into government as permanent secretaries or directors of finance, or establish consulting firms serving the health sector.
What benefits are typically offered for senior-level finance positions with international organizations in Zimbabwe?
Benefits usually include comprehensive medical aid covering private healthcare, pension contributions, generous annual leave of 20-25 days, and sometimes housing or transport allowances. International NGOs often provide additional perks like professional development funding and hardship allowances given Zimbabwe's economic context.
How should I apply for this role, and what do Zimbabwean employers prioritize in applications?
Submit a tailored CV highlighting specific health sector PFM experience and measurable achievements, accompanied by a concise cover letter demonstrating local knowledge and stakeholder relationships. Employers prioritize proven government engagement experience, technical writing samples, and references from recognized institutions or previous international organization work.
