Monitoring Officer, NO-2, Fixed Term, Sana’a, Yemen (for Yemeni nationals only)

Contract

This is a NO-2 contract. This kind of contract is known as National Professional Officers. It is normally only for nationals. It's a staff contract. More about NO-2 contracts.

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For every child, Hope

How can you make a difference?

Purpose of the Job

To support the Yemen Country Office in ensuring systematic implementation of Humanitarian Performance Monitoring (HPM), Implementing Partner reporting on Programme implementation and results achieved and Third-Party Monitoring (TPM) of UNICEF supported programmes in line with the Harmonized Approach to Cash Transfers (HACT) Assurance Plan. In addition, it is rolling out a monitoring framework. The incumbent of the post will be instrument in supporting rolling out of that post.

Key Accountabilities and Tasks

• Support establishment and coordination of Third Party Monitoring system for UNICEF Supported programmes in Yemen, including overseeing field testing and refinement of data collection tools, training of field monitors, day to day liaison with Third Party Monitoring Organization(s) on cross-cutting technical issues, bringing key issues to attention of senior management when required
• Lead in analysis of data from TPM System, programmatic visits and other data to develop monitoring/analytical products to support programme course corrections
• Coordinate monitoring of follow up actions from field visits to ensure they have been closed.
• Coordinate assessment of Third Party Monitoring System after six months of implementation to inform future directions
• In collaboration with the Monitoring Specialist, provide necessary technical support, tools development and capacity building on field monitoring to UNICEF and partner staff
• In collaboration with the Programme Specialist (HACT), ensure all monitoring activities (3rd party and staff led) are in line with the HACT Assurance Plan and develop mechanisms for proper tracking and feedback of findings
• In collaboration with Information Management Officers, support management of eTools, Activity Info and other data bases as required
• Liaise with programme sections on necessary revisions to Humanitarian Performance Monitoring (HPM) indicators and any revisions to Rolling Work Plans, Humanitarian Action for Children (HAC) Appeal and Yemen Humanitarian Response Plan
• Periodically review and further strengthen information flow and reporting on HPM indicators from sub-national to national levels
• Collate data on Humanitarian Performance Monitoring indicators from sections, review quality and submit data for weekly SitRep, as well as quality review the SitRep narrative, as required.
• Liaise with Information Management officers on analysis of HPM data to produce periodic monitoring products to support programme adjustments and course corrections.
• Liaise with IMOs on production of graphs and maps on HPM indicators for review at management meetings and for use in SitReps, donor proposals, reports and presentations.
• Support Chief of PMR to report on a monthly basis to Country Management Team (CMT) and Programme Management Team (PMT) on strategic issues from HPM, TPM and other monitoring processes that require senior management level attention

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

a) Education

Advanced university degree (Master's or Higher) in computer science, mathematics, statistics or relevant area

b) Work Experience

Five (5) years of relevant professional work experience in programme monitoring in developing countries (experience with UNCIEF on humanitarian performance monitoring preferred).

At least one instance of exposure to emergency programming. Active involvement in a humanitarian crises response programme preferred

c) Language Proficiency

Fluency in English is required, fluency in Arabic is an asset.

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA) and core competencies that are : Nurtures, Leads and Manages People; Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness, Works Collaboratively with others, Builds and Maintains Partnerships, Innovates and Embraces Change, Thinks and Acts Strategically, Drives to achieve impactful results, and Manages ambiguity and complexity.

The UNICEF functional competencies required for this post are:

• Leading and Supervising [ II ]

• Formulating Strategies and Concepts [ II

• Analyzing [ II ]

• Applying Technical Expertise [ II ]

• Planning and Organizing [ III ]

To view our competency framework, please visit here.

Click here to learn more about UNICEF’s values and competencies.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

UNICEF’s active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates will be prioritized.

Please see UNICEF’s entitlements & benefits for our female staff members: Female Entitlements Edited2.jpg

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

Remarks:

* Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

* The successful candidate for this emergency recruitment MUST be available to commence work within 31 days of receiving an offer.

* Employment is conditional upon receipt of medical clearance, any clearance required, and the completion of any other pre-employment criteria that UNICEF may establish. Candidates may not be further considered or offers of employment may be withdrawn if these conditions are unlikely to be met before the date for commencement of service.