Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Summary of Key Functions:

• Implementation of M&E policies and strategies for the Peacebuilding Fund.
• Management of the monitoring and evaluation process for the Peacebuilding Fund portfolio in Somalia.
• Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing on monitoring and evaluation.

Ensures the implementation of evaluation policies and strategies, focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Strategic monitoring of Peacebuilding Fund projects at the outcome level in accordance with PBF guidelines and corporate reporting requirements for the UN in Somalia.
• Supports M&E of the Peacebuilding Priority Plan.
• Support the design and implementation of outcome monitoring system for the PBF portfolio in Somalia.
• Prepare terms of engagement for M&E missions at outcome level or at strategic program level to be undertaken by third parties; support in identifying, hiring & supervision of evaluation experts and provide substantive analysis & input to the exercise.
• Support PBF project evaluations and ensure that lessons learned are applied for future programming.

Ensures effective management of the evaluation process for the PBF portfolio, focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Provide methodological support to project teams during the formulation, approval and implementation of M&E procedures and instruments and select RBM tools related to outcomes and impact monitoring.
• Develop benchmarks and ensure performance improvement through the development of data collection tools, reporting formats and evaluation instruments, in collaboration with the PBF Coordinator, the RCO Strategic Planning and Monitoring Specialist, and PBF project teams.
• Support to PBF project teams for the implementation of the M&E system, programme coherence, benchmarking and measuring of indicators at outcome level.
• Support to value-for-money monitoring, including tracking of resources towards outcomes.

Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the area of monitoring and evaluation, focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Continuously monitors risks to programs and assesses risks of newly developed projects; support to development of risk mitigation in close coordination with the Risk Management Unit.
• Carry out project analysis, both at impact level and outcome level, to capture lessons learned and ensure that risks are properly monitored and mitigated.
• In coordination with the PBF Coordinator, review reports submitted by projects/programmes, analyze results/lessons learned, research inputs and provide strategies for development of information via reports and briefs dissemination to stakeholders.
• Facilitate dissemination of and support project teams in application of best practices & advocate successful experiences in results-based monitoring & evaluation as well as substantive areas of expertise through country-level coordination mechanisms such as the Programme Management Team, the M&E working group, and the Risk Management Working Group.
• Plan and undertake joint field visits together with project teams to ensure compliance and timely execution of implementation plans and M&E frameworks.
• Participation in inter-agency and donor meetings if required.
• Participation in networks and liaise with the Peacebuilding Support Office, if required.

Impact of Results

The key results have an impact on the overall effectiveness and success of PBF’s interventions and activities in implementing the Peacebuilding Priority Plan, the National Development Plan and the UN Strategic Framework.  Effective implementation of evaluation policies and strategies, as well as efficient management of the monitoring and evaluation process, enhances the organization’s capacity and credibility in implementation of highly effective programmes with strong impact.

Corporate Competencies:

• Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards
• Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
• Treats all people fairly without favoritism

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning

• Promotes knowledge management in UNDP and a learning environment in the office through leadership and personal example
• Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills
• Development and Operational Effectiveness
• Ability to organize and coordinate results-oriented strategic and thematic evaluations. Knowledge and understanding of evaluation and development evaluation in particular.
• Good knowledge of current development issues particularly those pertinent to UNDP’s Practice Areas.  Ability to conceptualize issues and analyze data.
• Good technical skills in measurement and evaluation, including grasp of methodological and operational dimensions and the ability to link corporate and country level issues.
• Ability to coordinate the work of the team.
• Good knowledge of Results Management Guide and Toolkit

Management and Leadership

• Builds strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
• Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities
• Leads teams effectively and shows mentoring as well as conflict resolution skills
• Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills

Education: 

• Master’s degree in social sciences or International Relations, Political Science, Economics or related social sciences with 2 years of experience
• First level university degree in Social Science, or other relevant discipline with 4 additional years of experience will be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience:       

• At least 4 years professional work experience in project management, monitoring and evaluation
• Field experience is required, preferably in post-conflict countries
• Substantive knowledge in development issues in general and UN’s practice areas is desirable. Strong substantive knowledge of monitoring and evaluation tools is required, in particular results-based management
• Proven experience in monitoring and evaluation, familiarity with project execution rules and regulations are desirable

Language requirements:    

• Strong written and spoken English skills and fluency in Somali

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.