KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Economic Analysis and Reporting: Conduct rigorous economic research and quantitative analysis on macro-economic trends, public finance issues, and development challenges, particularly within African contexts. Prepare high-quality, policy-relevant reports, briefs, and presentations in both French and English. Public Finance Management (PFM): Provide expert technical assistance and advice to African government counterparts or donor partners on PFM reforms, including budgeting, expenditure management, revenue generation, fiscal decentralization and innovative financing. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate effectively with senior government officials, donor representatives (e.g., World Bank, African Development Bank, EU), civil society organizations, and other stakeholders. Represent the organization in high-level meetings and technical working groups. Program Development and Evaluation: Contribute to the design, implementation, and evaluation of development projects and technical assistance programs focused on economic governance and sustainable development. Capacity Building: Design and facilitate training packages of government and donor staff in budgeting and related matters Bidding Capacities: Prepare excellent and competitive technical and financial proposals for opportunities in relevant areas of interventions as well as proactively contact organizations to co-design technical assistance Service Line development: Co-develop the structure, team and project pipeline of the service line REQUIREMENTS Genesis consultants carry a balanced combination of powerful intellect, strong technical skills, and a consulting character to match. Successful candidates for roles at Genesis: Are passionate, self-motivated problem-solvers Value integrity and exhibit ethical behaviour Are analytical thinkers and fast learners with an excellent academic record While English is the official business language used globally at Genesis, business-level fluency in French is also required for this role You are likely to have: A Master’s degree (or higher) in Economics, Development Economics, Public Finance, or a closely related field. A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in applied economics, public finance, development work, or a related area. This must include. Proven professional experience working directly with or advising African governments (at the national or sub- national level) or working for major international development/donor organizations with a focus on Africa. Demonstrated understanding of at least one Human Development sector (e.g., health, education, social protection) and the associated economic/fiscal challenges. Professional working fluency (written and spoken) in both French and English is mandatory. Strong analytical writing skills with the ability to produce high-quality, clear, and impactful documents in both languages. Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. Demonstrated ability and experience in designing and delivering training/mentoring for government officials or technical staff. Advanced quantitative and qualitative research skills. Proficiency in statistical and econometric software (e.g., Stata, EViews, R) and experience in developing and applying economic models. Strong knowledge of PFM systems, frameworks, and reform processes.