UNDP Technical Advisor 2026 in Pretoria, South Africa: International IPSA-11 Opportunity for Development, Economics and Policy Experts

Overview

The United Nations Development Programme is accepting applications for an internationally recruited Technical Advisor position located in Pretoria, South Africa. The appointment is an international IPSA-11 role open to both internal and external candidates. The selected professional will work within the Regional Bureau for Africa’s Strategy, Analysis and Research Team, contributing to economic transformation, strategic development planning, development finance, public finance management, sustainable energy, regional trade, capacity development, and evidence-based policy formulation. The role operates within the context of the UNDP Strategic Plan 2026–2029 and the Regional Programme Document for 2026–2029.

Who can apply

The position is open to both internal and external candidates. It is particularly relevant to senior economists, policy specialists, development professionals, strategic planners, public-finance specialists, development-finance experts, energy specialists, trade experts, and professionals with extensive experience working with African regional institutions.

Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate substantial expertise in at least one of five major technical areas. These areas include strategic planning, structural economic transformation, development financing, sustainable and affordable energy, and regional trade. Relevant professional backgrounds encompass national development planning, macroeconomic analysis, public finance management, innovative financing mechanisms, sustainable energy systems, African Continental Free Trade Area implementation, and regional economic integration.