Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Analyst (UNFPA)

The Position:

The Planning, M&E Analyst will facilitate and substantively contribute to defining results, including the theory of change, provide substantive inputs to the monitoring and tracking of results against defined targets and UNFPA Strategic Plan; facilitate and contribute to the reporting of results as well as knowledge management and maintenance of a culture of results. She/He also promotes the use of the results information for adaptations. S/he also coordinates the development and implementation of the costed valuation plan acts as evaluation manager and ensures the quality of evaluation processes and products in conformity with UNFPA Evaluation Quality Standards. You will report directly to the Head of Programme for planning and monitoring portfolio, and to the Head of Office for the evaluation portfolio. Functionally report on evaluation matters to the regional monitoring and evaluation advisor.

Detail Informations In Here:

Locations: Ha Noi, Viet Nam
Apply Before: 02/10/2024
Job Schedule: Full time
Grade: NOB
Vacancy Type: Fixed Term
Non Rotational
Contract Duration: 1 Year with Possibility for extension
Education & Work Experience: Master's Degree - 2 year(s) experience
Required Languages: Fluency in both oral and written English and Vietnamese. Knowledge of other official UN languages, preferably French and/or Spanish, is an asset.
Vacancy Timeline: 4 Weeks
Job Category: Monitoring & Evaluation

Job Description:

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS VACANCY IS OPEN ONLY TO NATIONALS OF VIET NAM. The Position: The Planning, M&E Analyst will facilitate and substantively contribute to defining results, including theory of change, provides substantive inputs to the monitoring and tracking of results against defined targets and UNFPA Strategic Plan; facilitates and contributes to the reporting of results as well as knowledge management and maintenance of a culture of results. She/He also promotes the use of the results information for adaptations. S/he also coordinates the development and implementation of costed valuation plan and acts as evaluation manager and ensures the quality of evaluation processes and products in conformity with UNFPA Evaluation Quality Standards. You will report directly to the Head of Programme for planning and monitoring portfolio, and to the Head of Office for the evaluation portfolio. Functionally report on evaluation matters to the regional monitoring and evaluation advisor. Job Purpose: The Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Analyst will contribute to effective results planning, monitoring, reporting, communication and evaluation of programmes and projects. You would be responsible for:

A. Results planning Facilitate and substantively contribute to defining results

Provide technical inputs for the development of theories of change of the programmes and projects counting the past, present and future contexts
Provide coordination and facilitation support in the development of quality M&E frameworks including the costed monitoring and evaluation plan of the country programme
Provide relevant inputs to the formulation of United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework, more specifically common country analysis, strategic prioritization, theory of change, results framework and joint work plans
Provide inputs to develop annual and multiyear results plans
Support developing workplans to operationalise the results
Facilitate and substantively contribute to the development of field monitoring plans and quality assurance processes
Promote and facilitate the use of evaluation results for evidenced-based planning and programming

B. Monitoring

Provide substantive inputs to the monitoring and tracking of results against programme/country/regional level targets and UNFPA Strategic Plan

Provide inputs to conduct the annual reviews of the projects and programmes
Provide inputs to implementation of the midterm reviews of the projects and programmes
Provide inputs for monitoring work plans in collaboration with programme staff
Support field monitoring and coordinate with programme team and promote use of monitoring visits recommendations
Support collecting and analysing data and evidence including higher-level indicators and oversee regular data quality checks
Active participation and provide relevant inputs for joint united nations joint results groups and other joint monitoring mechanisms
Provide inputs for implementing adaptive and innovative monitoring practices such as remote monitoring, real time monitoring
Contribute the implementation of the assurance plans including the spot checks

C. Results reporting and results communication

Facilitate the reporting of results to internal (Senior Management) and external (Executive Board, Donors) audiences

Collect quality quantitative and qualitative data
Compile and analyze data for projects and present analytical reports to inform reporting and decision making
Develop quality results reports
Support communicating results for both internal and external audiences in close collaboration with communication staff
Provide required results and data for producing external report such as United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework
Support producing and disseminating results reports on implementation of UNFPA strategic plan and regional programmes

D. Evaluation Provide technical support to the CO in the implementation of the UNFPA Evaluation Policy in the Country Office

Coordinate the development and implementation of costed valuation plan in the country office, including an annual update and regular monitoring of implementation of planned evaluations
Manage individual decentralized evaluation processes and ensure the quality of evaluation processes and products in conformity with UNFPA Evaluation Quality Standards
Ensure communication between the CO and RO regarding Evaluations
Participate in interagency and coordination work on M&E at country level, including support to UNSDCF evaluations
Participate as member in UNFPA M&E net and other regional M&E related Communities of Practices (CoPs)
Promote use of evaluation findings and recommendations in programme formulation and organizational decision making
Support efforts to enhance UNFPA internal and national capacity development on M&E
Individual capacity permitting, perform other duties related to evaluation as required

E. Knowledge management and culture of results

Contribute to knowledge management and maintaining a culture of results

Ensure implementation of results-based management (RBM) principles and standards
Provide technical support to implementing partners on strengthening capacity development on results-based management
Promote interventions for utilizing results and demonstrate the adaptive management
Identify, disseminate and use good practices, lessons and knowledge
Support results communication in collaboration with relevant staff
Support senior managers in developing management responses to all evaluations within six weeks of completion, including quarterly updates on implementation of actions plans of management responses to evaluations
Carry out any other duties as may be required by UNFPA leadership.

Key performance indicators

Timely and quality technical support to the programme team and implementing partners in line with work plan
Quality and timely development and review of systems for tracking/monitoring
Timely submission of quality and accurate reports
Quality support to evaluation processes, including timely completion of high quality evaluations
Completion of (1) an “e- learning course certificate: How to Manage Country Programme Evaluations; and (2) RBM in UNFPA

Qualifications and Experience: Education: Master’s degree (or equivalent) in statistics, economics health, population demography and/or any other related social science discipline. Knowledge and Experience:

At least 2 years of relevant working experience in the area of monitoring and reporting
Experience in results-based management, evaluation and evidence-based programming is an asset
Experience in the United Nations, UNFPA and/or other multilateral organization, field work experience, are highly desirable
Experience in one of UNFPA transformative areas is an asset
Strong knowledge of programme formulation and implementation and results-based management
Good knowledge of monitoring and evaluation, evaluation design, data collection and analysis, and reporting
Good knowledge of UN programme management systems
Ability to provide policy advice and support to implementing partners
Ability to interact with donors
Ability to synthesize program performance data and produce analytical reports
Good analytical and report writing skills
Good planning, goal setting, prioritization and organizational skills

Languages: Fluency in both oral and written English and Vietnamese. Knowledge of other official UN languages, preferably French and/or Spanish, is an asset. Required Competencies: Values:

Exemplifying integrity,
Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system,
Embracing cultural diversity
Embracing change

Core Competencies:

Achieving results,
Being accountable,
Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,
Thinking analytically and strategically,
Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,
Communicating for impact

Functional Competencies:

Advocacy/ Advancing a policy-oriented agenda
Leveraging the resources of national governments and partners/ building strategic alliances and partnerships
Delivering results-based programmes
Internal and external communication and advocacy for resources mobilisation

Managerial Competencies (if applicable):

Providing strategic focus
Engaging staff and partners
Leading, developing and empowering people/creating a culture of performance
Making decisions and exercising judgment.

Compensation and Benefits: This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable. UNFPA Work Environment: UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more. Disclaimer: Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements. UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts. Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.

Job Purpose:

The Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Analyst will contribute to effective results planning, monitoring, reporting, communication and evaluation of programmes and projects.

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