Organisation: Ministry of Local Government and Chieftainship
Circular: External Circular
Circular Reference: LG/CIR/3
Notice Number: 3 of 2026
MINISTRY OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND CHIEFTAINSHIP
Department: Planning
Job Title: Chief Economic Planner
Grade: I
Responsible To: Director
Applications are invited from suitably qualified local candidates for the underlisted position:
Main Purpose of the Job
To provide technical input for the development, review and monitoring of National Development Planning guidelines, legislation, long and medium term National Development Plans and strategies; maintain a National Monitoring and Evaluation database; analyse and disseminate data to inform the planning and budgeting process.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
1.0 Prepares for the Review of National Development Planning Guidelines and Legislation
- Drafts an action plan for the review of National Planning guidelines and legislation.
- Consults with relevant institutions and agencies for the review of planning guidelines and legislation.
- Identifies and circulates working documents to key stakeholders for the review.
2.0 Provides Technical Input in the Development and Review of Long- and Medium-Term National Development Plans and Strategies
- Carries out a comparative analysis of the existing planning documents.
- Prepares and disseminates comparative analysis reports to inform the development of long- and medium-term plans.
- Contributes to the identification of key development challenges and selection of priorities.
- Prepares for stakeholders’ meetings for inputs in the development of National Development Plans and strategies.
- Coordinates the drafting of the National Development Plans and strategies and submits the draft thereof.
- Serves as the Secretary to the National Planning Board.
3.0 Appraises Projects and Sectoral Plans to Ensure Consistency with NDPs
- Conducts desk appraisal of sectoral plans and strategies for ensuring consistency with national plans and resource envelope.
- Contributes to the development and review of project formats.
- Conducts desk appraisal of project proposals and related feasibility studies for submission to PAC.
4.0 Maintains Effective National Monitoring and Evaluation System (NMES) and Management Information Systems
- Contributes to the development and review of NMES Plan.
- Contributes to the setting up of the NMES in accordance with the Plan.
- Determines the cost of data sources for the agreed performance indicators.
- Supports data collection and processing.
- Identifies capacity constraints of various data sources.
- Recommends and facilitates capacity building of key stakeholders.
- Maintains an information system on GoL and Development Partners’ cooperation profiles.
- Maintains an inventory of ongoing and pipeline projects.
5.0 Analyses Data and Produces Reports to Inform Planning and Budgeting Processes
- Analyses data to determine performance and trends of key indicators.
- Produces socio-economic reports to support evidence-based planning and budgeting.
6.0 Provides Guidance in the Formulation, Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation of Development Programmes and Projects
- Prepares and revises project monitoring formats.
- Conducts training on the use of project development format.
- Monitors project performance through project reports and regular visits to project sites.
- Participates in Multi-Sectoral Projects Implementation Committee meetings.
- Consolidates quarterly reports on physical and financial performance of all ongoing projects.
- Analyses and evaluates project progress and project completion reports.
- Participates in project reviews and evaluations.
- Participates in stakeholders’ meetings for the development of integrated projects and programmes.
7.0 Participates in Project Negotiations Between GoL and Development Partners
- Conducts preliminary meetings.
- Provides technical inputs in Donor Round Table Conferences.
8.0 Harmonises External Development Assistance Procedures
- Liaises with ministries to facilitate effective donor cooperation.
- Advises on the establishment of common arrangements for disbursements, monitoring, evaluation and reporting on donor interventions in the context of sector-wide approach.
- Participates in diagnostic reviews that provide reliable assessments of country systems and procedures.
- Reconciles schedules of visiting missions of development partners.
- Participates in GoL and development partners’ meetings and serves as secretary.
9.0 Contributes to the Development of Medium- to Long-Term Country Strategy Programmes (CSPs) Between the Government and Donors
- Contributes in the programming process to define the priority area of intervention by different donors.
- Organises annual, mid-term and end-of-term reviews to assess implementation progress.
- Updates the Country Strategy Programme for preparation of reports.
10.0 Establishes Feasible Options to Enhance Performance
- Prepares an operational work plan.
- Agrees on staff annual work plans to ensure that the plans are in line with the objectives of the department.
- Conducts quarterly appraisal of staff to determine individual performance and training needs.
- Attends meetings for budget discussions, preparation and presentation to provide guidance.
- Provides on-the-job training for staff development.
Job Specification
Education and Training
Master’s in Economics/Statistics.
Work Experience
Three (3) years at a senior management level in the field of Economics and Development Planning.
OR
Bachelor’s degree in Economics/Statistics.
Work Experience
Four (4) years at a senior management level in the field of Economics and Development Planning.
Other Relevant Knowledge
- Proven analytical skills.
- Proven experience in data analysis and management.
- Ability to evaluate development proposals.
- Knowledge of Public Legislation.
- Good Communications Skills.
- Knowledge of development planning.
How to Apply
Applications should be submitted on the relevant application forms:
- GP 103 for job seekers.
- GP 104 for serving officers.
Applications must be accompanied by certified copies of the following documents:
- National Identity Document.
- Educational Certificates.
- Transcripts.
Closing Date
4 December 2026 at 12:30 p.m.