Technical Assistance Consultant - Demographic Transition at Palladium International

The Demographic Transition Consultant will provide Technical Assistance in the following areas:

Policy and Planning Support

• Provide strategic advice to governments on integrating demographic transition into national policies, sectoral plans, and investment frameworks.

Capacity Strengthening

• Design and deliver trainings, mentorship, and technical guidance to national institutions and stakeholders on the use of demographic and SRHR data in planning and budgeting.

Data and Evidence Use

• Strengthen national systems for demographic data collection, analysis, modeling, and dissemination to support evidence-based policy development.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Accountability

• Support the design of MEL frameworks to monitor demographic transition outcomes and conduct resource mapping and gap analysis to enhance accountability.

Advocacy and Stakeholder Engagement

• Facilitate stakeholder engagement and advocacy efforts, including CSO and media involvement, to build demand, ownership, and domestic financing for demographic transition and SRHR priorities.

Required Qualifications:

• A Master's degree in Demography, Population Studies, Economics, Public Health, Development Studies, or a related field.
• Additional certifications or professional development in demographic analysis, planning, or monitoring and evaluation would be an asset.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience directly related to demographic transition, population dynamics, or demographic dividend strategies.
• Proven experience in working with governments, international agencies, or development programs in Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Experience in providing technical assistance, strategic planning, or policy advisory services at national or regional level.
• Strong understanding of demographic transition theories and their application to sectoral planning (e.g., health, education, employment, social protection).
• Demonstrated ability to analyze, interpret, and apply demographic data for decision-making.
• Experience in drafting or contributing to policy documents, investment cases, or development strategies related to population dynamics.
• Strong interpersonal and facilitation skills for working with high-level stakeholders and multi-sectoral teams.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English; knowledge of French or Portuguese is an advantage.
• Ability to deliver high-quality outputs under pressure and within tight timelines.
• Have recognized, independently verified qualifications i.e., through professional body membership.
• Proven capability to provide quality assurance of the work of others.