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Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist- Re-advertised

Djibouti city

  • Organization: UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services
  • Location: Djibouti city
  • Grade: Mid level - IICA-2, International Individual Contractors Agreement
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Monitoring and Evaluation
    • Project and Programme Management
  • Closing Date: Closed

Background Information - Job-specific

Established in 2009, UNOPS Ethiopia Office has been providing services to various partners, including the government of Ethiopia, UN agencies such as WHO, UNHCR and WFP, and other international organizations. Since 2014, the UNOPS Ethiopia Multi-country Office (EMCO) runs and coordinates the UNOPS activities in Ethiopia, as well as Sudan and Djibouti. The UNOPS EMCO team is composed of approximately 100 national and international women and men, and offers a broad range of services such as infrastructure, procurement, project management, financial and human resources management.

Currently, UNOPS EMCO is undertaking the EU COVID 19 Pandemic Response project for the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) with a base in Djibouti.

IGAD member states are among the most vulnerable to the COVID-19 pandemic. The virus appears to be spreading rapidly in the sub-region and governments have limited capacity to effectively monitor, contain and mitigate the pandemic. Various containment and mitigation measures are now in place in most countries, including complete lockdown, with the closure of borders and the reduction/suspension of international flights. These measures have however negative secondary effects not only on the movement of vulnerable populations and goods, but also on food security. Very dependent on external markets and investments, the impact of the pandemic on the sub-region economy and in particular employment is already manifesting and could be dramatic in the coming months. Disruptions to supply chains could cause food price hike and shortages, increase nutrition insecurity, halt production in key value chains.

The proposed programme design is intended to mitigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the IGAD sub-region, responding to the call for international support made by IGAD Heads of States, Health and Finance Ministers.

UNOPS seeks an experienced professional to develop/implement the monitoring, evaluation and reporting (ME&R) systems for Ethiopia Multi-country Office (EMCO) projects, and more specifically EU COVID 19 Response for IGAD.


Functional Responsibilities

Under the guidance and supervision of the Project Manager and in close collaboration with the donors, the Monitoring, Evaluation (M&E) Specialist will perform the following functions:

Monitoring and Evaluation
  • Design, develop and roll out a M&E strategy for the projects in close consultation with the implementing partners, and in accordance with donors and UNOPS guidelines;

  • Formulate a results and logical framework for the Programme in consultation with donors and relevant partners

  • Develop and maintain a system that collates information on all projects that need to feed into the results and M&E frameworks

  • Conducting qualitative and/or quantitative data analysis.

  • Provide oversight and support on M&E and performance issues to implementing partners collaborating with UNOPS

  • Undertake site visits for Monitoring and Evaluation in accordance with the M&E plan

  • Ensure that implementing partners fulfill their M&E obligations, including enabling the participation of beneficiaries, and that recording and reporting systems are harmonized both among implementing partners and with national systems where possible;

Reporting:
  • Agree the reporting cycle and reporting requirements with donors and each implementing partner;

  • Develop standard monitoring, evaluation and reporting formats for projects based on the logical framework and reporting requirements;

  • Support the preparation of quarterly, semi-annual and annual progress reports to the donors and other partners.

  • Support the Mid Term Review, End Project Reviews and Annual Reviews and related reporting requirements; and

  • Together with the MIS specialist lead the development of a comprehensive MIS platform that will incorporate all the reporting requirements of implementing partners.

Communication:
  • Collaborate with the UNOPS Comms team in the elaboration of projects Communication and Visibility strategy and implementation plan that is in line with donors and UNOPS guidelines;

  • Ensure that all communication material, press and digital, include verified data prior to publication.

Knowledge Management:
  • Provide technical guidance for the implementation of the M&E plan, through training and other on-site support;

  • Develop process for knowledge management within the projects including recording of lessons learnt and standard methodologies;

  • Establish mechanisms to use projects knowledge and experience, including feeding into:

  • a) donors own programming;

  • b) programming by other donors in the sector, and

  • c) policy dialogue with government

  • Based on the monitoring and evaluation data, support the project in developing performance improvement plans; and

  • Build capacities of implementing partners in M&E through workshops based as needed.

  • Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Project Manager to support the implementation and oversight of the projects.

Networking/maintaining relationship:
  • Take part in meetings and/or workshops with government, communities and private sector partners to ensure improved coordination in monitoring and evaluation of the project.

Documentation (Knowledge management):
  • Lead the documentation of challenges, lessons learnt and recommendations for future learning and development of UNOPS EMCO.

Representation:
  • Regularly attend meetings and workshops and take proceedings of those meetings to enhance documentation and improve learning.

Programmatic support:
  • Work with program staff to resolve evaluation needs, and to craft appropriate data collection efforts to address ongoing programmatic improvement needs. Be responsible for the data collection, analysis, and presentation of data for evaluation.

  • Facilitate proposal development for additional engagements, involved in the review process, as well as ensuring that the proposal is critically-reviewed.

  • Support the identification of appropriate indicators and relevant data sources, and the development of data collection systems and tools.

  • Coordinate and be responsible for the development and maintenance of appropriate databases to accurately track data collected from various interventions across program activities. Ensure maintenance of data back-up and retrieval systems.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education
  • A Master's degree in relevant fields;
  • A combination of Bachelor’s degree with an additional 2 years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the education requirements outlined above.
  • Certificate in Project Management or relevant training on programmes, monitoring and evaluation, communications, management and programme administration will be an advantage.
Work Experience
  • Five (5) years of relevant experience with a Master’s degree (or 7 years’ of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree) in the design, development and/or implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems, preferably relevant to programs in humanitarian or development contexts is required.
  • Experience of implementing donor funded programmes in collaboration with Government ministries and development partners is required.
  • Experience in knowledge management related to projects is required.
  • Knowledge of database applications such as STATA, SPSS, or similar applications is advantageous.
  • Experience working in developing countries is an advantage.
Language
  • Full working knowledge of English is required.
  • Knowledge of French and/or one or more additional official UN languages is an advantage.

Competencies

Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization.(for levels IICA-2, IICA-3, LICA Specialist- 10, LICA Specialist-11, NOC, NOD, P3, P4 and above)
Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.
Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.
Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).
Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.
Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.
Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.
Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Additional Considerations

  • The project duration is two years and may not be extended beyond that.
  • Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
  • Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
  • Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
  • Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
  • Djibouti city is a family duty station.
  • UNOPS seeks to reasonably accommodate candidates with special needs, upon request.
  • Work life harmonization - UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands. We have a progressive policy on work-life harmonization and offer several flexible working options. This policy applies to UNOPS personnel on all contract types
  • For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
  • The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.  

It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns.  Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.


Contract type, level and duration

  • Contract type: ICA
  • Contract level: I-ICA 2
  • Contract duration: Ongoing ICA – ‘Open-ended, subject to the project duration, organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.'
For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx 

Background Information - UNOPS

UNOPS is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve sustainable development.

UNOPS areas of expertise cover infrastructure, procurement, project management, financial management and human resources.

Working with us

UNOPS offers short- and long-term work opportunities in diverse and challenging environments across the globe. We are looking for creative, results-focused professionals with skills in a range of disciplines.

Diversity

With over 4,000 UNOPS personnel and approximately 7,000 personnel recruited on behalf of UNOPS partners spread across 80 countries, our workforce represents a wide range of nationalities and cultures. We promote a balanced, diverse workforce — a strength that helps us better understand and address our partners’ needs, and continually strive to improve our gender balance through initiatives and policies that encourage recruitment of qualified female candidates.

Work life harmonization

UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands.

Background Information - UNOPS EMCO

Established in 2009, UNOPS Ethiopia Office has been providing services to various partners, including the government of Ethiopia, UN agencies such as WHO, UNHCR and WFP, and other international organizations. Since 2014, the UNOPS Ethiopia Multi-country Office (EMCO) manages and coordinates the UNOPS activities in Ethiopia, as well as Sudan and Djibouti. The UNOPS EMCO team is composed of approximately 100 national and international women and men, and offers a broad range of services such as infrastructure, procurement, project management, financial and human resources management.


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