service CONTRACT: monitoring and evaluation analyst, sc, sb4/2, cotabato, philippinesUnited Nations Development Programme

Job Description The Position: The position contributes to the implementation of UNFPA's 9th Country Programme (2024-2028) by providing planning, monitoring, evaluation, and research support for UNFPA's humanitarian-development-peacebuilding (HDP) nexus programming in Mindanao. HDP Nexus. M&E Analyst will be primarily responsible for providing technical guidance in planning, monitoring and evaluation, and quality assurance, and help strengthen the capacity of UNFPA staff and implementing partners in programme planning, M&E, and research. The M&E Analyst will be reporting to the Head of UNFPA's Mindanao Sub-Office. How You Can Make a Difference UNFPA is the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency. Our mission is to deliver a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. In 2019 UNFPA marked its 50th anniversary. Since the International Conference on Population and Development in 1994, UNFPA has been assisting countries in implementing the ICPD Programme of Action to put sexual and reproductive health and rights and population dynamism as the foundation of sustainable development. UNFPA globally is promoting commitments to achieving three transformational goals by 2030 - ending preventable maternal deaths, ending unmet need for family planning, and ending gender-based violence and other harmful practices against women and girls including child marriage In the Philippines, UNFPA is implementing its 9th Country Programme 2024-2028, in the same cycle as the UN-wide Partnership Framework for Sustainable Development (PFSD) with the Philippine Government. UNFPA's 9th CP is tightly aligned with the mid- and long-term development goals of the Philippines, as detailed in the Philippine Development Plan 2023-2028 towards the achievement of Ambisyon Natin 2040 and the global Agenda 2030 including the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Among UNFPA's current priorities is to accelerate the achievement of the three transformative results in the BARMM by 2030: zero preventable maternal deaths, zero unmet need for family planning, and zero gender-based violence and all harmful practices In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction. UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results. Job Purpose The M&E Analyst will be responsible for providing monitoring, evaluation, and research support for the projects in Mindanao through the following: Establishing an integrated M&E framework and plan for UNFPA's HDP programme in Mindanao that is consistent with and contributory to the 9th CP Document and its overall Theory of Change, accounts for the collective contribution of all core- and non-core funded interventions to the overarching objectives of the HDP programme in Mindanao, and includes the identification of performance and results indicators and milestones as well as development of appropriate M&E tools; Ensuring the availability of timely and quality data and information needed for planning, monitoring and evaluation; Process and outcome documentation of implemented HDP nexus interventions through the design and implementation of a parallel operations/implementation research; Providing M&E reports necessary for management of operations and decision making; and Developing recommendations to UNFPA management based on the analysis and assessment of the M&E data collected. You Would Be Responsible For Under the supervision of the Head of UNFPA's Mindanao Sub-Office and with technical guidance from the UNFPA Country Office (CO) M&E Analyst, the HDP Nexus M&E Analyst will carry out the following tasks: Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, and Research Support for the Implementation of the HDP Programme in Mindanao Assist the UNFPA Mindanao team in the preparation of the Results and Resources Plan [RRP](e.g. identifying the appropriate output indicators, annual targets and quarterly milestones), and ensure accurate inputs to the quarterly and year-end reporting on HDP Nexus programme results in alignment to donor policies and UNFPA requirements; Guide the UNFPA Mindanao Team and implementing partners in preparing Work Plans in the right format with narratives and SMART indicators, targets and baselines, and reviewing quarterly monitoring reports submitted by implementing partners to ensure that they are results-focused and aligned with the CO Results and Resources Plan (RRP); Review and provide inputs to the M&E frameworks of non-core-funded initiatives to ensure compliance to RBM standards and alignment to the CO RRP and the overall 9th CP Theory of Change; Ensure data quality and accuracy of M&E data from relevant partners throughout the HDP Nexus programme cycle; Compile and analyse data for each 9th CP Output and its indicators and milestones relevant to the HDP Nexus and present analytical reports to management on a regular basis; Assist in updating and implementing the programme's overall M&E Plan and Calendar; Contribute to the knowledge management on planning and M&E, by ensuring that the outcomes of key interventions are properly documented, distributed and discussed; Provide technical support, training and mentoring to M&E focal persons and staff of implementing partners and key stakeholders; Assist in the preparation of annual review and reporting documents to donors and UNFPA internal reports; and Oversee the preparation and finalization of the HDP Nexus Programme Implementation Report which includes the documentation of the programme operations, challenges encountered, and lessons learned, including case studies, to capture qualitative outputs of the programme. Partnerships, Coordination and Advocacy Support the dissemination of findings, conclusions, and policy recommendations of the project to the various target audiences in Mindanao, in close coordination with the UNFPA Mindanao Head of Sub-Office, CO M&E analyst, Communications officer; Closely work with M&E staff of implementing partners and UN Agencies where UNFPA is in a joint programme with, for collective planning, monitoring and evaluation activities, facilitate cross-learning and establish accountability among UN agencies. Provide M&E support to events relevant to the attainment of HDP Nexus programme targets. Other Corporate Tasks Any other relevant activities/responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor; Education Qualifications and Experience: Advanced degree in Social Sciences with a focus on monitoring and evaluation, operations research, data collection, and analysis of data combined with two (2) years of relevant professional experience. OR Bachelor's degree in a relevant field mentioned above combined with four (4) years of relevant professional experience. Knowledge And Experience Substantive knowledge and practical experience in Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Operations Research, Information Management, and/or Programme Management would be desirable. Prior experience in the monitoring and evaluation of projects and/or programs on promoting sexual and reproductive health and rights, addressing gender-based violence, gender equality, women's empowerment, protection, human rights programs and/or projects, including in humanitarian situations, would be desirable. Strong data analysis and computer skills including proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, statistical software as well as database software. Field experience is a strong asset. Ability to travel to conflict-affected areas. Familiarity with the UN System will be an advantage. Languages Fluency in English and Filipino essential. Values Required Competencies: Exemplifying integrity Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system Embracing cultural diversity Embracing change Core Competencies Achieving results, Being accountable, Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen, Thinking analytically and strategically, Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships, Communicating for impact Functional Competencies Leveraging the resources of national governments and partners Building strategic alliances and partnerships Facilitating quality programmatic results Job knowledge/technical expertise and Integration in a multidisciplinary environment Compensation And Benefits This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus cost of living adjustment, rental subsidy, education grant, home leave, health insurance and other benefits as applicable. UNFPA Work Environment UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more. Disclaimer Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements. UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.
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Cotabato
Permanent
Full-time