Economic & Financial Analysis Consultant – Climate‑Resilient Education (GROW)

About the role

This short‑term consultancy (21 person‑days) starts in early August 2026 and is fully remote. You will support Save the Children Australia and the Iraqi government in analysing the economic and financial dimensions of the GCF‑funded GROW project, which aims to increase climate‑resilience in Iraq’s education sector.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct economic and financial analysis of climate‑resilient education interventions.
• Develop cost‑benefit and financing gap assessments for proposed infrastructure and program components.
• Support the scaling‑up of the Comprehensive School Safety Framework (CSSF) with climate‑informed budgeting.
• Prepare analytical reports and policy briefs for donors, government partners and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate remotely with Save the Children teams, Iraqi ministries and technical experts.

Required profile

• Advanced degree in Economics, Finance, Development Studies or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in consultancy or research on climate‑related projects.
• Strong analytical writing skills and ability to present findings to diverse audiences.
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.

Required skills

• Economic analysis
• Financial analysis
• Data analysis
• Report writing
• Knowledge of climate‑resilience in education

What we offer

• Short‑term contract (21 person‑days) with flexible remote work.
• Opportunity to influence climate‑resilient education policy in Iraq.
• Collaboration with a leading international child‑rights organisation.