[Hiring] Remote Consultancy – Development of Thematic Indicators for Parliamentary Public Debt Oversight @National Democratic Institute (NDI)

Role Description

This consultancy assignment focuses on the development of thematic indicators for parliamentary public debt oversight, linked to the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Indicators for Democratic Parliaments.

Objectives of the consultancy

• Develop a comprehensive set of thematic indicators for public debt parliamentary oversight.
• Identify and consolidate existing dimensions and assessment criteria within the IPU Indicators for Democratic Parliaments.
• Identify gaps in the existing IPU framework and develop supplementary indicators and guidance.
• Develop a coherent thematic structure for the assessment framework.
• Integrate relevant methodological approaches from existing tools.
• Prepare the indicators and practical guidance for publication in an interactive digital environment.

Methodology

• Phase 1: Review the IPU Indicators for Democratic Parliaments and update draft mapping of dimensions relevant for the Public Debt Indicators framework.
• Phase 2: Identify gaps in IPU dimensions and integrate other existing public debt oversight assessment methodologies.
• Phase 3: Develop a proposed organizational structure for the Public Debt Parliamentary Oversight Indicators framework.
• Phase 4: Draft the Public Debt Parliamentary Oversight Indicators framework.
• Phase 5: Review, validation, and finalization of the indicators framework.

Consultant Profile

• Expertise in parliamentary strengthening, democratic governance, and public financial management.
• At least ten years of professional experience in parliamentary development.
• Substantial knowledge of oversight of public financial management and fiscal transparency.
• Demonstrated expertise in public debt governance.
• Experience working with international organizations.
• Excellent analytical and drafting skills.

Timeline

• Deliverable 1: Brief inception report within one week of signing the contract.
• Deliverable 2: Revised mapping matrix within one month of signing the contract.
• Deliverable 3: Proposed organizational structure within one month of signing the contract.
• Deliverable 4: Draft/outline of indicator framework & assessment questions within one month of feedback on deliverables 2 and 3.
• Deliverable 5: Draft complete indicator framework within two months of feedback on deliverable 4.
• Deliverable 6: Final indicator framework within two months of feedback on deliverable 5.

Application

• Submit a cover letter, CV(s), a technical and financial proposal.
• The technical proposal should include the proposed methodology and comments on the ToR.
• The financial proposal should include professional fees and estimated consultancy days.
• Indicative budget: GBP 10,000 - 14,000, excluding approved travel.
• Deadline for applications: September 18, 2026.
• Applications can be submitted to: [email protected].