Statistics & Monitoring Associate-GS6, La Paz-Bolivia, until 31.12.2024

Contract

This is a G-6 contract. This kind of contract is known as General Service and related categories. It is normally only for nationals. It usually requires 6 years of experience, depending on education.

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How can you make a difference?

Under the supervision and guidance of the M&E Specialist, the Statistics & Monitoring Associate, supports the Monitoring and Evaluation section under the Programme and Effectiveness Outcome by carrying out a range of programme support functions with an emphasis on planning, monitoring and evaluation activities of the country programme implementation. The incumbent works in close collaboration with a range of programme staff in the CO.

S/He provides regular feedback on the status of programme outputs and projects through monitoring milestones and advises on improvements to keep activities on track. Ensuring effective and timely delivery that is consistent with UNICEF rules and regulations.

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

Summary of key functions/accountabilities: Under the supervision from the Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist:

• Develop a monitoring (programmatic and humanitarian) and reporting system which captures the programmatic dynamics and nuances, based on the existing global framework.
• Provide technical assistance for the Country Office planning process (eWP, RAM, CSIs) and contribute to ensure the quality of the information reported annually in the UNICEF systems (CRAVE, RAM, COAR, CSIs, between others).
• Provide technical support for the administration, update, sort and classification of existing databases, indicators, and information on the situation of children under Microsoft Power BI for both, development and humanitarian context, to facilitate access and use within the results of the cooperation programme. Providing accurate and relevant data on the situation analysis of children and adolescents and make it available to programme sections.
• Provide technical support and guidance to programme sections on data collection, data management and data analysis for monitoring, including quality assurance of inputs, giving clarifications on the indicator definitions, data collection methodologies, and monitoring and reporting approaches.
• Provide technical assistance in the design and implementation of Third-Party Monitoring exercises that Office defines as priorities.
• Support the administration, update, sort and classification of existing databases, indicators and information on the situation of children under Microsoft Power BI for both, development and humanitarian context, to facilitate access and use within the results of the cooperation programme.
• Contribute to the Country Programme Document and UNSDCF processes (technical support and guidance to sections/outcomes, including quality assurance of inputs, providing clarifications on the indicator definitions, data collection methodologies, and monitoring and reporting approaches).
• Provide technical assistance to the Emergency and the Social and Behavioural Change (SBC) Officers in the design and implementation of a statistical information consultation system for children affected in emergency situations that includes the Humanitarian Performance Monitoring (HPM) and Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP) approaches.
• Provide technical assistance in the design and implementation of the structured field monitoring of the response under the Humanitarian Action for Children (HAC), as well as the quality assurance and inputs of the SitReps, under the lead of the Emergency Official/Focal Point and in coordination with each responsible section in the CO.
• Promote and support the gathering of information and rapid assessments in humanitarian situations through tools, such as KoBotoolbox, and train teams of the Office in its use.
• Provide technical support to ensure the quality of the Evaluations and Real Time Assessments, in accordance with UNICEF Evaluation Policy.
• Any other tasks related to the planning, monitoring and evaluation activities and functions that may be requested by the supervisor.

The following minimum requirements:

• Education:

Completion of secondary education is required, preferably supplemented by technical or university courses related to the work of the organization.

University degree in one of the following fields is an asset: Statistics, economics, computer science or mathematics.

• Work Experience:

A minimum of six years of work experience in the areas mentioned above is required.

Prior experience in planning, monitoring, evaluation and data collection functions in social development programmes is considered an asset.

Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered as an asset

• Skills:

Professional technical knowledge/expertise in demography, statistics, and data management.

Methodology of M&E, theories, standards and models, quantitative/qualitative/mixed methods, validity/reliability testing of data, data analysis and interpretation, and statistical inference methods.

Professional technical knowledge/expertise in Activity Monitoring & Evaluation, Evaluation Design, data analysis, and reporting.

Strong organizational, planning and prioritizing skills and abilities.

High sense of confidentiality, initiative and good judgment.

High attention to detail.

Good analytical and data analysis skills.

Experience using Power BI and KoboToolBox is an asset.

• Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required. Spanish is essential.

The following desirables:

Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency.

Applicants must be nationals of Bolivia or in possession of a valid work permit. Please attach a copy of your work permit to your application submission. (if apply)

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

(1) Builds and maintains partnerships

(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness

(3) Drive to achieve results for impact

(4) Innovates and embraces change

(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity

(6) Thinks and acts strategically

(7) Works collaboratively with others

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UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.

We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, time off for breastfeeding purposes, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.

UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). 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 is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. 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.

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Remarks:

As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.

UNICEF’s active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children.

Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.

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All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.

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