Accountancy Sector Specialist (Position K-3) – Multicountry

Aninver Development Partners SL (www.aninver.com) is looking for a Accountancy Sector Specialist (Position K-3) for a consultancy assignment financed by Pan African Federation of Accountants in Multicountry.

Aninver Development Partners SL is seeking an expert Accountancy Sector Specialist (Position K-3) for a prospective consulting assignment with the Pan African Federation of Accountants (PAFA) in the multicountry African region. This initiative aims to strengthen gender parity and promote inclusive development within the accountancy profession across the continent.

The selected expert will play a vital role in addressing gender imbalances and advancing women's representation in leadership and operational roles within Professional Accountancy Organisations (PAOs). The assignment supports structural regional interventions, baseline assessments, and the creation of implementation-ready frameworks and toolkits over a duration of several months.

Aninver is preparing a proposal for this assignment. The selected expert will be part of the proposed team; the engagement is conditional on the contract being awarded to Aninver. The full Terms of Reference for the position are shared with shortlisted candidates.

Objectives of the assignment

• Support the Pan African Federation of Accountants in strengthening gender parity in the accountancy profession in Africa.
• Contribute to a comprehensive baseline study on women’s representation in the accountancy sector.
• Assist in developing and rolling out the Women in Accountancy in Africa Index.
• Help create and operationalise a Gender Mainstreaming Toolkit for Professional Accountancy Organisations.
• Support the design of a structured Women in Accountancy Mentorship, Coaching, and Sponsorship Programme.

Scope of work

• Conduct a continent-wide baseline assessment to evaluate current levels of women’s participation, retention, and leadership in member PAOs.
• Design survey instruments and collect quantitative and qualitative data across diverse linguistic regions.
• Conceptualize, develop, and operationalize a standardized measurement index for women in accountancy.
• Develop a practical, comprehensive Gender Mainstreaming Toolkit tailored for Professional Accountancy Organisations.
• Design a structured mentorship, coaching, and sponsorship programme including participant selection criteria and training curricula.
• Facilitate regional workshops, validation sessions, and stakeholder interviews with PAOs, regulatory bodies, and networks.

Your role as Accountancy Sector Specialist (Position K-3)

• Provide deep technical expertise on the accountancy sector and the Professional Accountancy Organisation (PAO) environment in Africa.
• Contribute professional accounting insights to the baseline study on women’s representation in the profession.
• Collaborate on the development of sector-specific indicators and data collection protocols for the index rollout.
• Ensure that the Gender Mainstreaming Toolkit aligns with accounting industry standards and practical PAO operations.
• Advise on the integration of mentorship and professional development pathways for women accountants.
• Engage with key stakeholders across the accountancy ecosystem during consultations and validation workshops.

Requirements

• Education: Qualified accountant or relevant professional background
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in the accountancy sector and deep understanding of the PAO environment in Africa
• Languages: Proficient in English

Desirable

• Familiarity with gender mainstreaming initiatives within financial or professional services sectors.
• Experience working across multiple African regions and engaging with regional regulatory bodies.

A qualified accountant with extensive experience in the African PAO environment, ready to drive impactful gender parity initiatives across the continent.

Assignment details

• Location: Multicountry
• Financed by: Pan African Federation of Accountants
• Estimated duration: 7 months
• Contract: individual consultancy (conditional on award)

About Aninver Development Partners

Aninver is an international development consulting firm headquartered in Spain. It supports governments, development banks, UN agencies and bilateral donors with feasibility studies, technical assistance, evaluations and capacity building across Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia and Asia-Pacific, working with a network of international and national experts.

Why apply

• Join a multidisciplinary team on a Pan African Federation of Accountants-financed project in Multicountry.
• Individual consultancy: flexible, output-based engagement with an experienced proposal team.
• Your CV stays in Aninver's expert network for future assignments that match your profile.

How to apply

Sign in (or create a free account) and upload your CV in English. Add your LinkedIn profile, indicative daily rate and availability to speed up the assessment. Aninver will contact the shortlisted candidates.

Frequently asked questions

Is the position confirmed? The engagement depends on the contract being awarded to Aninver. Shortlisted experts are included in the proposal with their consent.

Can I apply if I am not based in the country? Yes, unless the requirements say otherwise; relevant regional experience is an asset.

What happens with my CV? It is used to assess your fit for this and future positions and is not shared with third parties without your consent.