Evaluation Officer, P3

This position is located in the Evaluation Section of the Monitoring and Evaluation Service in the Business Transformation and Accountability Division (BTAD) of the Department of Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance (DMSPC). The Evaluation Officer reports to the Chief of the Evaluation Section, P-5. The focus of this position is to support UN Secretariat entities in the planning, management and conduct of evaluation activities and integrating evaluation findings and lessons-learned in all steps of the programme cycle. The Business Transformation and Accountability Division (BTAD) ensures a results-oriented, data-driven, agile Organization that is efficient, accountable, transparent, compliant and driven by lessons learned and continuous improvements.

Within delegated authority, the Evaluation Officer will be responsible for the following duties: • Performs consulting assignments, in collaboration with the client and relevant partners, by assisting Secretariat entities in planning, managing and/or conducting internal evaluations, or planning and facilitating evaluation workshops, interactive sessions. • Supports UN Secretariat entities in incorporating lessons learned from evaluations into the preparation of programme plans and budgets and analyzes entity evaluation plans outlined in their budget submissions and advises on additional opportunities for regular, periodic internal evaluations, in line with the PPBME. • Provides support to UN Secretariat entities in tracking and monitoring recommendations and implementation of evaluation management response actions. • Provides support to UN Secretariat entities on the quality assurance of their internal evaluations, in line with established standards, such as those of the United Nations Evaluation Group. • Researches, analyzes and presents information gathered from diverse sources and prepares various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc. • Undertakes survey initiatives; designs data collection tools; reviews, analyzes and interprets responses, identifies problems/issues and prepares conclusions. • Provides administrative support to the Evaluation Management Committee by providing secretariat services which advises the Secretary-General (or designate) on issues related to planning, budgeting and policies related to evaluation and intends to raise awareness of evaluation and to ensure that accountabilities for uptake and use of evaluation results are exercised. • Participates in and contributes to the work of the Evaluation Section of the Business Transformation and Accountability Division (BTAD). • Monitors and analyzes programme/project development and implementation; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and proposes corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and tracks follow-up actions. • Provides substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., to include proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations, etc. • Undertakes outreach activities; conducts training workshops, seminars, etc.; makes presentations on assigned topics/activities. • Participate in inter-agency activities and discussions on evaluation. • Collects and analyzes data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. • Performs other duties as required, including supporting BTAD-wide projects.

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of the substantive field of work. Ability to produce reports and papers on technical issues. Ability to apply UN rules, regulations, policies and guidelines in work situations. The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be "clients" and seeks to see things from clients' point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client. COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in evaluation, research methods, business or public administration, management, economics, social sciences or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Not available.

A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management, evaluation, administration or related area is required. Experience in planning, managing and/or conducting evaluations is required. Experience in conducting reviews and in writing assessments or analytical reports is required. Experience in coordination and inter-agency collaboration activities is desirable. Two years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable. Experience in the UN system or comparable international organizations is desirable.

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Appointment or assignment against this position is for an initial period of one year. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. Pursuant to section 7.11 of ST/AI/2012/2/Rev.1, candidates recruited through the young professionals programme who have not served for a minimum of two years in the position of their initial assignment are not eligible to apply to this position. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities.

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