Impact Measurement Advisor

Job categories Finance, Leadership, Programme Management

Vacancy code VA/2023/B5007/26777

Level ICS-11

Department/office GPO, GVA, Geneva

Duty station Geneva, Switzerland

Contract type Fixed Term

Contract level P4

Duration One year, initially. Renewable subject to programme need, funding availability and satisfactory performance

Application period 22-Sep-2023 to 13-Oct-2023

Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement.

Please note that UNOPS will at no stage of the recruitment process request candidates to make payments of any kind.

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Background Information - Job-specific

Background Information – The Sanitation and Hygiene Fund (SHF)

Operational since July 2021, SHF is a new and innovative Fund dedicated to achieving access to adequate and equitable sanitation and hygiene for all, paying special attention to the needs of women and girls and those in vulnerable situations.

The SHF mission is to catalyze vital investment into global sanitation and hygiene services to contribute to the world’s commitment that everyone will have access to adequate and equitable sanitation and hygiene with the specific needs of women and girls, including menstrual health and hygiene (MHH), accounted for. Our presence is critical because global progress on achieving safe sanitation and hygiene is lagging due to insufficient finance and there is an urgent need to create more opportunities for further public and private investment into the sector.

The SHF is utilizing innovative financial approaches to catalyze national sanitation economies. By doing this the SHF supports countries to increase the number of individuals with inclusive and sustainable access to improved sanitation, hygiene and Menstrual Health Hygiene(MHH), by,
a) Increasing the volume of investments in the sanitation economy and
b) Realizing the full value of national sanitation economies; delivering inclusive and sustainable goods, services and jobs.

Impact and sustainability

For catalytic financing to be realized, capability in impact and sustainability metrics is critical. Beyond Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) related monitoring and evaluation, impact and sustainability metrics will be used to assess the social, environmental, and economic effects of investable propositions, organizations and projects. These metrics will help evaluate performance, track progress, and identify areas for improvement in terms of sustainability and positive impact. In the context of our objectives, consideration will be given to climate and environmental metrics (e.g. carbon footprint and greenhouse gas emissions associated with the sanitation value chain in rapidly growing cities in low- and middle-income countries, waste to value and waste to energy); social metrics (diversity and inclusion, women’s empowerment, and safe working environments); and economic metrics (revenue and profitability, cost efficiency, job creation, women’s economic power and economic value added).

Role of the Impact Measurement Advisor

SHF is looking for a mission-oriented, collaborative, open minded and agile professional who is knowledgeable and passionate about impact solutions and the contribution that catalytic investment can make to social, economic and environmental sustainability.

Reporting to the Deputy Executive Director, SHF, and working in close collaboration with country, business development and investment focused colleagues, the postholder will develop, refine and apply metrics to further SHFs contribution to the growth of sanitation and hygiene economies and the menstrual hygiene marketplace in low and middle income countries. The postholder will also provide technical leadership and quality assurance for SHFs evolving M&E Framework/Strategy and results-based M&E system, ensuring integration of impact and sustainability metrics as appropriate. Further, the postholder will lead SHFs work on assisting stakeholders to understand the expectations (return on investment/social impact) of a new generation of investors seeking viable propositions in low and middle income countries.

Functional Responsibilities

Impact and sustainability Le...

Impact and sustainability

Lead and manage the process of developing SHF’s impact strategy, including definition of specific impact performance objectives for SHF and other investors (impact investors, financiers, etc.) investment portfolio.
Lead the design of impact metrics and frameworks tailored to measure a) the readiness of an initiative to be a viable proposition for investment through innovative financing; and b) the outcomes of such investments
Assess and comment on the feasibility and potential impact of pipeline/viable propositions resulting from SHF activities, considering the likely levels/type of impact investors might expect to see
Working with colleagues, conduct cost-benefit analyses and assess the scalability and sustainability of different innovative financing models and opportunities
Provide advice to senior leadership and other colleagues to ensure that impact and sustainability is fully linked to programmatic decisions and funding
Provide technical advice to the colleagues working on country engagement, grant monitoring and results management, catalytic financing and sanitation economies and menstrual hygiene marketplace development
Provide technical contribution to the articulation of new strategies for subsequent SHF strategic periods.
Drive the development of SHF’s impact measurement practices and sectoral and thematic research questions to inform continuous improvement in SHF ability to make impact-first investment decisions.
Contribute to timely preparation and submission of technical and financial reports for management, governance and donors’ decision making processes.

Risk, Monitoring and Evaluation

Risk and quality management

Working closely with the Country Portfolio Team, Identify and maintain impact and results related programmatic and financial risks and issues, maintain registers and take mitigating actions, elevating within SHF as necessary.
Undertake a quality assurance role for routine country grant monitoring and results monitoring for SHF funded proof of concept projects in market based approaches to sanitation, hygiene and menstrual health and hygiene, ensuring quality data collection, aggregation and reporting

Monitoring

Provide technical leadership for the ongoing refinement of the SHF M&E Framework/Strategy and results-based M&E system, ensuring integration of impact and sustainability metrics/ Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) as appropriate
Advise on SHF data analysis systems making recommendations to the Country Fund Portfolio Manager
Lead the management and analysis of both quantitative and qualitative impact information; implement a central database/platform for SHF’s impact data.
Develop and refine analytical frameworks and models of impact analysis to enhance SHFs due diligence, investment decision-making, contract management, and post-investment monitoring.

Evaluation

Commission and oversee outcome surveys, independent evaluations, and studies to inform the impact, results and sustainability learning agenda and subsequent investment cases.
Manage independent evaluations and related work for/with donors
Contribute to UNOPS / SHF audit related activities as required

Planning, reporting and management

Provide a holistic view of impact, sustainability and performance data to senior management and governance bodies through appropriate reporting, disaggregation and data visualizations
Provide inputs into corporate/donor reporting, and ensure consistency of impact, sustainability and performance data and information presented across reports.
Play a lead contributor role to SHF’s annual report, including leading the data collection and analysis
Contribute to procurement planning, draft technical TORS and manage any subsequent contracts (services or personnel) to UNOPS standards, ensuring value for money and accountability

Outreach, dialogue and positioning

Perform outreach activities and establish and maintain technical relationships with a variety of internal and external colleagues and stakeholders, including governments and investors
Interact with thought leaders in the field of impact and sustainability to position SHF as a lead in the field related to sanitation, hygiene and menstrual health and hygiene
Represent SHF at selected meetings or events, online and face to face
Contribute to strategies and activities to communicate SHFs approach to impact and sustainability
Undertake international and regional travel missions as required

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education: Master’s degree preferably in economics, development econo...

Competencies

Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and ex...

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.

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.

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: Fixed Term Appointment (FTA - UN Staff Contract) Contract level: ...

Additional Information

Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes. Applic...

Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.
Geneva, Switzerland is a UN Family Duty Station

Terms and Conditions

For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. For more information on a retainer contract here.
All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

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