Monitoring and Evaluation Senior Officer

Job categories Project Management

Vacancy code VA/2024/B5333/28929

Department/office AFR, ETMCO, Ethiopia MCO

Duty station Mekelle, Ethiopia

Contract type Local ICA Specialist

Contract level LICA Specialist-9

Duration Ongoing Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.’

Application period 24-Sep-2024 to 07-Oct-2024

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.

This vacancy is closed.

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Background Information - Job-specific

This project focuses on the Tigray Region to support the implementation of this World Bank funded project that aims to rehabilitate health, education, and infrastructure facilities in the region. This will include:

Community-based rapid response for repairs to basic services (schools, health centers, WASH).
Community-based recovery activities (infrastructure improvements to schools, health centers, WASH.
Strengthening institutions for resilience to maintain the above works.

UNOPS will establish a project management office in Mekelle, Tigray Province to execute project activities.

Specific Role

In order to efficiently and effectively support the implementation of the World Bank Project, the UNOPS Ethiopia Office is in need of an experienced Monitoring & Evaluation Senior Officer. This Officer will work under the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator based in Mekelle with reporting lines to the M&E coordinator based in Addis Ababa.

Functional Responsibilities

The Monitoring and Evaluation Senior Officer will be responsible for the followi...

The Monitoring and Evaluation Senior Officer will be responsible for the following but not limited to:

Reporting System Development and Operationalisation
Ensure System Quality and Consistency
Promote System Use
Knowledge Management

Reporting System Development and Operationalisation

Provide technical inputs into the design and implementation of world bank project monitoring and evaluation system, policies, tools, processes.
Develop and/ or modify indicators, operational definitions and guidance notes in conformity to changing Access’s response including public health, education and WASH facilities.
With the Project Coordinator/team, develop implementing partner (IP) M&E activities, targets, budgets and log frames.
Contribute to a target setting of EHO and CSO grants by providing technical inputs.
Foster internal coordination, planning and learning by organizing learning and planning sessions, documenting best practices and supporting internal programme linkages and planning processes.

Ensure System Quality and Consistency

Act as a focal technical person to organize / provide training and sharing sessions on reporting to implementing partners.
Contribute M&E expertise for regular coordination with stakeholders for this World Bank funded project.
Monitor and analyze IP performance, and propose any initiative that may be necessary, including termination of, or adjustments to actions to ensure compliance with Fund policy and priorities.

Promote System Use

Review/ clearance of technical and financial reports of IPs, focusing on data quality and M&E activity implementation.
Oversee data collection, data entry and analysis processes to measure progress and achievements according to the M&E plan.

Knowledge Management

Conduct regular field visits and Routine Data Quality Assessments (RDQA) to ensure that reported data is accurate and in line with world bank and government standard indicators, planning and budgeting tools, partner log frames and the overall project Log Frame.
Ensure RDQA data are analysed and ensure effective feedback and follow up is provided.
Provide on-site coaching to project staff and project partners regarding data collection, accuracy and analysis to ensure RDQA action plans are implemented.
Contribute to the application and maintenance of databases of World Bank funded project.
Build capacity of local counterparts in community-level monitoring and evaluation efforts.
Assess quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis tools, techniques and approaches, IP evaluation budgets and work plans.
Organize meetings, workshops and other discussion forums to establish a dialogue on monitoring and evaluation results (recommendations/ lessons learned/feedback) and issues and ensure linkages with planning frameworks.
Contribute to reports, analyze findings and assist in the development of recommendations.
Ensure accurate and timely information is available to senior management and the Communications team.
Apply the Performance-based Funding (PBF), Value for Money (VfM) methodology in assigned grants, in collaboration with the program focal.
Perform any other duty as may be requested by the supervisor.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education A Masters Degree in Public Health, Economics, Development Studi...

Competencies

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and enc...

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: Local Individual Contract Agreement (LICA) Contract level: LI...

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.

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. Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract. Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers. 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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