The Urban Finance and economy Consultant will be hired to collaborate closely with the Finance and Economy team of PFES. He/she will be reporting to the team lead on Finance and Economy. The Planning, Finance & Economy Section (PFES) is responsible to support urban and territorial planning at all scales including through the development of planning policy, norms and guidelines, urban design and public space design, urban finance (municipal finance and urban development/projects finance), and local economic development.
Responsibilities:
Design the overall framework and learning objectives of the Finance Strategy Course in alignment with organizational or academic goals.
Conduct research on current trends in corporate finance, strategic financial management, and financial decision-making to ensure course relevance and rigor.
Define course outcomes, target audience, key competencies, and assessment criteria.
Develop a logical structure that integrates theoretical foundations with practical applications.
Develop foundational concepts such as corporate finance principles, capital structure strategy, and value creation models.
Write detailed chapter content including key theories, case examples, and real-world applications.
Ensure clarity, accuracy, and consistency with academic and professional standards.
Create advanced-level content on topics like risk management, financial forecasting, investment strategy, and strategic budgeting.
Incorporate analytical tools, decision frameworks, and strategic planning models used in finance leadership.
Integrate data-driven insights and industry examples to enhance practical relevance.
Design engaging and interactive exercises to enhance learner participation and understanding.
Develop simulations, case analyses and financial modeling assignments aligned with each chapter.
Requirements:
A bachelor's degree in development studies, Urban Planning, Economics, Public Policy, Public Finance, Political Science, or a related field is required.
At least 2 years of relevant work experience in the field of local economic development, urban planning, public finance, and or public policy is required.
Written and verbal fluency in English is required.
Written and verbal fluency in Chinese is an asset.
