Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Contract

This is a LICA Specialist-8 contract. This kind of contract is known as Local Individual Contractor Agreements. It is normally only for nationals. It's an external contract. It usually requires 0 years of experience, depending on education. More about LICA Specialist-8 contracts.

Background Information - Job-specific

UNOPS Hub in Amman

The UNOPS Hub in Amman implements projects in Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, Syria, Turkey, and Yemen, in partnership with bilateral donors, national governments, and other UN agencies. With an established presence across the region, the office runs operations including large-scale procurement, project development, and technical management, and provides financial, human resources, and infrastructure-related services. The functional objective of UNOPS Hub in Amman is to deliver its projects in an efficient and effective manner and in line with the principles, rules and regulations of UNOPS, in order to support the response to the current needs and national priorities in the region.

The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

UNOPS is committed to achieving a fully diverse workforce.

Job Specific Background

The ongoing conflict in Yemen has caused significant disruptions to the supply chain and to the overall availability of services across all sectors. UNOPS is undertaking a project that aims at increasing access to primary and secondary health services in Yemen. The project aims to restore the physical infrastructure of facilities including general hospitals, local health centres, and therapeutic feeding centres through rehabilitation, maintenance works and minor repairs, in the targeted areas. In addition, UNOPS will be providing priority medical equipment and supplies to these targeted facilities along with training on the use of the medical equipment to the staff of the rehabilitated health facilities.

UNOPS is undertaking a project that aims at increasing access to primary and secondary health services facilities (general hospitals, local health centers, and therapeutic feeding centers) in Yemen, through restoring the physical infrastructure of health facilities (rehabilitation, maintenance works and minor repairs) in targeted areas.

UNOPS will be responsible for the design and rehabilitation works of the health facilities, ensuring highest standards in design and rehabilitation works, and respect of ‘state of the art’ requirements for safety, sustainability, security, and disability access. In addition, UNOPS will be responsible to provide the targeted facilities with priority medical equipment and supplies, as well as strengthening capacities through conducting training and awareness raising activities.

Functional Responsibilities

Summary of functions:

1. Monitoring ,Evaluation and Report
2. Project Implementation
3. Stakeholder management, coordination and liaison
4. Knowledge management and innovation

1. Monitoring , Evaluation and Reporting

• Provide analytical support to the project Manager in the design and development of the Monitoring and Evaluation strategy and framework for the related project
• Develop and maintain a system that collates information on all project activities that need to feed into the project M&E framework
• Ensure that implementing partner(s) fulfill their M&E and Reporting obligations, including enabling the participation of beneficiaries, and that recording and reporting systems are harmonized among implementing partner(s) where possible;
• Provide support and feedback on M&E and performance issues to implementing partner(s) ;
• Conduct regular field visits to project sites to monitor progress..
• Create and regularly update GIS mapping of all interventions under the project implementation areas
• Support the PM in updating the project risk register, issues log, highlight reports, and other requirements as per the UNOPS PMM
• Support the planning of project interventions and the integration of M&E activities for subsequent years of the project
• Liaise with other stakeholders including Developers and internal team members on the design and implementation of the remote monitoring tool.
• Support in installing and configuring mobile data collection tools on smartphones or tablets
• Review monitoring and quality control reports coming from engineers from the field
• Coordinate withThird Party Monitoring agency during the project life cycle on the findings and corrective actions
• Coordinate and oversee all reports from field engineers.
• Adhere to the agreed reporting cycles and requirements with each implementing partner;
• Support in developing and managing the standard monitoring, evaluation and reporting formats based on the logical framework and reporting requirements;
• Support the Mid Term Review, End Project Reviews and Annual Reviews and related reporting requirements;
• Support the preparation and timely submission of quarterly and annual progress reports to the donors and other stakeholders; and
• Support the preparation of internal reports required by the PM.
• Support the project Manager in completing necessary internal reporting requirements.

2. Project Implementation - Preparation and maintenance of project files, including internal and external project reports. - Coordinate information flows and oversee change controls, risk registers and issue management by establishing document control procedures - Coordinate assigned delivery of work packages and take responsibility for progress. - Coordinate and liaise with the Project Manager on the implementation progress. - Identify and escalate to the Project Manager of any deviations from the plan and update plans. - Work with the Project manager to identify and manage risks. - Support the Project Manager to ensure accurate data entry into UNOPS ERP system (OneUNOPS) and OneUNOPS Projects – as appropriate. - Maintain and update implementation plans - Identify continuous improvement and lessons learned.

3. Stakeholder management, coordination and liaison

• Establish a solid working relationship with the project board (Executive, Senior Users and Senior Suppliers), client and key stakeholders.
• Supports the Project Manager in communication between the project and the donor.
• Supports the Project Manager to advise the client on issues that may impact the achievement of their outcomes (including issues of sustainability and post project requirements such as maintenance).

4. Knowledge management and and Capacity Building

• Support the project Manager in managing lessons learnt and best practices coming out of the programme;
• Support the project Manager in setting up an Accountability to Affected Population Mechanism
• Facilitate dissemination and use of lessons learnt, M&E findings and reports amongst stakeholders;
• Based on the monitoring and evaluation data, support the project in developing performance improvement plans; and
• Support in building capacities of implementing partners in M&E through workshops based as needed.
• Perform other similar duties as may be assigned by the project Manager to support the implementation and oversight of the project.
• Encourage routine and effective capacity building activities are conducted in order to build the long-term and sustainable capacity of staff.
• Actively interact with other Project Managers and the wider PM community to share case studies, lessons learned and best practices
• Contribute to the oversight of lessons learned procedures, ensuring that lessons learnt are shared in a timely and appropriate manner. Participate in the relevant Communities of Practice

• Provide feedback to Practice Groups on policy, supporting guidance with an aim towards continuous improvement of UNOPS policies.

  IV. Impact of Results Project Manager/Senior Project Manager directly impacts on achievement of project results by adhering to project management methods and strategies, reducing risks, cutting costs and improving success rates. This consequently reinforces the visibility and image of UNOPS as an effective service provider in project services and management and strengthens its competitive position as a partner of choice in sustainable development and project services.

Competencies

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.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education:

A Bachelor's Degree in relevant fields, preferably in Monitoring and Evaluation, Engineering, Development Economics, Social Sciences, International relations, Organizational Development, or Public administration or Management field or any relevant field is highly preferred.

Experience: - At least 2 years of progressive experience in the design, development and/or implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems, preferably relevant to programs in humanitarian and/or development contexts , Project Management , Operations Management, preferably with focus on Monitoring, Fiduciary management, Reporting, Development and Coordination is required. - Experience with health Infrastructure projects funded by donor agencies is an advantage. - M&E/research design skills is required. - Data management skills including the use and maintenance of databases is required. - Experience in results-based reporting systems is required; - Quantitative and qualitative data analysis skills including the use of software to present data is desired. - Experience on the monitoring and evaluation of donor funded programs highly desirable - Experience in complex operating contexts, including humanitarian coordination mechanisms, donors, security, and operations management is an asset; - Experience and demonstrated knowledge of UN /UNOPS rules and procedures will be an advantage. - Prior experience in Yemen or similar contexts is desired. - Computer literacy in particular MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. - Good contextual knowledge of local issues, community priorities, social and cultural constraints and realities will be an added advantage

Language:

Fluency in English and Arabic language is required.

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: Local ICA Contract Contract level: LICA 8 Contract duration:Open-ended, subject to 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

Additional Information

• 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.
• Sana'a is classified as a non-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.