Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist

Contract

This is a UNV National Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV National Specialist contracts.

Under the guidance and supervision of the UNDP Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist, the UNV M&E Specialist will work to support the establishment of sound monitoring and evaluation (M&E) structures to ensure alignment with Global Fund methodology and that programs successfully reach their targets. Monitoring and evaluation (M&E) are a key component of programming. Through M&E, the programme results at all levels (impact, outcome, output, process, and input) can be measured to provide the basis for accountability and informed decision-making at both programme and policy level.

The UNV M&E Specialist will be monitoring the routine tracking of the key elements of programme/project performance, usually inputs (e.g. activities, staff, curricula, materials) and outputs (e.g. intervention sessions completed, people reached, materials distributed, antiretrovirals (ARVs) distributed etc.) through proper record-keeping, regular reporting and surveillance systems, as well as service delivery point observation and client surveys.

Under the direct supervision of the UNDP Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist, the UNV Specialist will undertake the following tasks: • Support in with the standardization of tools for monitoring and evaluation of Sub-recipients (SRs); • Support office in reporting to the Global Fund by assisting with the finalization of PU/DRs; • Support with the development of programme M&E plans; • Support in the review of UNDP Sub-recipient audit results; • Compiling and reviewing SR capacity assessments; • Compile data from the monitoring visits and follow-up plans Ensure that data from all monitoring visits are compiled on time, i.e. up to two weeks after the visits; • Coordinate the M&E work of the r provincial focal posts, maintaining regular communication with them support the execution of M&E provincial tasks; • Support the preparation of studies defined in the GF plan, in particular, define places where studies will be conducted Providing other support as needed.

Furthermore, UN Volunteers are required to: • Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for in-stance in events that mark International Volunteer Day); • Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country; • Reflect on the type and quality of voluntary action that they are undertaking, including participation in ongoing reflection activities; • Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.; • Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers; • Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering, or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.

Accountability Adaptability and Flexibility Building Trust Client Orientation Commitment and Motivation Commitment to Continuous Learning Communication Creativity Empowering Others Ethics and Values Integrity Judgement and Decision-making Knowledge Sharing Leadership Managing Performance Planning and Organizing Professionalism Respect for Diversity Self-Management Technological Awareness Vision Working in Teams

program and data basis implementation and management for community strengthening and participation in health and development linked to social projects. • Relevant work experience in strengthening public healthcare national systems is required. • Work experience in a development context is essential and an international organization desirable.
• Experience of working and/or knowledge of the Global Fund and/or HIV,TB and malaria is an asset. • Demonstrated interest and/or experience in as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture, (i.e., studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded;

• Experience in the use of tools and in complying with procedures and international standards for the monitoring and evaluation.
• Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment. • Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills. • Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing. • Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development.

The contract lasts for the period indicated above with possibility of extensions subject to availability of funding, operational necessity and satisfactory performance. However, there is no expectation of renewal of the assignment. The applicable Volunteer Living Allowance is provided monthly to cover housing, utilities and normal cost of living expenses. Life, health and permanent disability insurance are included (health insurance for up to 3 dependents - except for UN Community Volunteers), as well as final repatriation (if applicable). You can check full entitlements at https://app.unv.org/calculator . Furthermore, in non-family duty stations that belong to hardship categories D or E, as classified by the ICSC, a Well-Being Differential (WBD) will be provided monthly.

Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements: Selected candidates for certain occupational groups may be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) in line with the applicable host entity policy.