Digital Payments Specialist

Develops evidence, policy recommendations and knowledge products to support responsible digital payments for cross-border traders and inclusive finance in East Africa.

Department: UNDP Tanzania Country Office

• Develop a theory of change for the shift from cash to digital payments
• Assess socio-economic impacts of digital payments
• Prepare legal and regulatory landscape analysis
• Co-produce knowledge products with academic and research institutions
• Document lessons and case studies from pilot initiatives
• Generate policy recommendations on financial inclusion and digital transitions
• Facilitate regional knowledge exchange with COMESA, SADC and ECOWAS

• Advanced university degree in economics, public policy, development studies, finance, digital innovation or a related field, or bachelor's degree with two additional years of experience
• Minimum five years of experience with a master's degree or seven years with a bachelor's degree in digital finance, financial inclusion or related areas
• Proven experience developing theories of change, knowledge products and policy briefs
• Fluency in English is required

• The role works with UNDP Tanzania Country Office and the Better Than Cash Alliance