The United Nations(UN) Multi-sectoral seeks for a Monitoring and Evaluation Manager (M&E Manager) for our recent multi-million regional projects. The M&E Manager will report directly to the Program Director and will work closely with the M&E Director and team. The M&E Manager will provide oversight to coordinate the monitoring of the program/project and ensure key activities are being implemented efficiently to measure the program’s outcomes (including qualitative and quantitative assessments) and ultimately achieve the intended results. S/he will lead the analysis of data collected for assessment of progress and for areas of improvement. S/he will guide reporting processes amongst technical staff and consolidate program reports and promote learning and knowledge sharing of best practices and lessons learnt. The M&E Manager will work in close partnership with UN project staff, partner organizations, and government (national and decentralized) for all M&E activities, strengthening capacity where needed. M&E is a cross-sectoral career where you can work in health, education, law and governance, human rights, youth-focused programing, and agriculture, amongst other focus areas. In-job training is applicable for this role
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Job Position 1 – Position: Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Manager
Required Qualification and Exprience:
Education:Minimum Master’s degree in statistics, economics, demography, development planning, public health, business, law, engineering, agriculture, social sciences, finance, education or a similar field.
A Bachelor’s degree in combination with 5 years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the Master’s degree.
Experience:At least five years of experience in monitoring and evaluation in public, corporate or any major social sector program.
In-depth knowledge of monitoring and evaluation techniques and methodologies, including conducting operational research, household surveys, and qualitative evaluations, as well as data analysis, interpretation, and reporting.
Significant experience in providing field-based technical assistance about M&E and learning in low-resource countries preferred.
Knowledge of M&E approaches and indicators for one or more project areas.
Demonstrated experience in setting up and managing M&E systems (including databases) that track performance as per the objectives of the project.
Excellent interpersonal, consensus building and negotiating skills are essential.
Analysis and data management skills, as well as demonstrated analytical skills, and experience in identifying and evaluating best practices and state-of-the-art approaches to be utilized by the project.
Mastery of statistical databases, analysis tools, and statistical software (Strata, SPSS, etc.) required, as well as strong skills in Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint.
Good communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work in a team.
Experience developing and delivering high-quality, on-time donor reports in accordance with cooperative agreement regulations.
Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
Languages: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English or French is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
Job Position 2 – Administrative Analyst
Required Qualification and Exprience:
Education:Master’s degree or equivalent in business or public administration/management, law, social sciences, finance or similar.
A Bachelor’s degree in combination with 3 years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the Master’s degree.
Experience:Up to 2 years (with a Master’s degree) or 3 years (with a Bachelor’s degree) of relevant experience at the national or international level in providing administration and/or program support services.
Experience in the use of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages is required.
Experience in working with UN agencies and international organizations is an asset.
Experience in maintenance of office space management is an asset.
Experience in protocol matters, registration of staff, coordination with local authority on space and other administrative matters is desirable.
Experience in coordination and organization of shipments and customs clearance, insurance, space management, and procurement of supplies for the office is desirable.
Languages: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English or French is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
Assessment: Qualified applicants may be evaluated through a UN competency-based interview and/or other assessment methods.
Job Position 3 – Project and Civil Engineer
Required Qualification and Experience
Education: A Master´s degree or equivalent in architecture, or civil engineering is required.
A Bachelor’s degree in architecture or civil engineering in combination with an additional 5 years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of a Master´s degree.
Experience: Up to 2 years (with a Master´s degree) or a minimum 5 years (with a Bachelor´s degree) of relevant experience in infrastructure project implementation, in particular in works monitoring in the fields of:
Construction Engineering, including structural design engineering; and/or
Architectural Engineering.
Required Skills:
Good organizational and time management skills.
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.
Demonstrates integrity by modeling ethical standards.
Excellent information technology skills, including word processing, database applications, presentation software, and the Internet.
Ability to work under very tight deadlines.
Evidence of ability to express ideas clearly; to work independently and in the team.
Ability to deliver when working under pressure and within changing circumstances.
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
Responsible, communicative, well-organized, team-oriented person.
Excellent oral & written communication skills.
Desired Skills:
Work experience in international organizations and/or government institutions would be an asset.
Work experience in development of technical documentation and construction works monitoring would be an asset
Experience in monitoring and reporting on designing, technical control and supervision of work.
Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors.
Ability to demonstrate a sense of self-assuredness.
Focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to critical feedback.
Ability to summarize and systematize complex information.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Team management experience is desired for this role.
Languages: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English or French is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
Assessment:
Qualified applicants may be evaluated through a UN competency-based interview and/or other assessment methods.
Job Position 4 – Procurement and Logistics Manager
Required Qualification and Experience
Education: An Advanced Degree preferably in Procurement and/or Supply Chain Management, Law, Commerce, Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Economics or a related field is required.
A First University degree in combination with a minimum of seven (7) years’ qualifying experience, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
A Chartered Institute of Supply and Management (CIPS) or similar international Certification, is desirable.
Experience: A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in advising on procurement, implementing policies and procedures and delivery for complex environments, programs and services. OR 3 years of national experience, OR + 2 years of international experience in the above-mentioned functions is required.
Experience in the usage of computers and Google Suite or office software packages.
Experience in working with the UN and/or multinational company or progressive company is required.
Experience in working with a range of stakeholders in developing and developed countries is desirable.
Experience with infrastructure-related procurement processes is highly desirable.
Personnel supervisory experience in procurement is highly desirable.
Experience in and knowledge of UN/international Procurement Rules and Regulations is highly desirable.
Languages: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English or French is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
Assessment: Qualified applicants may be evaluated through a UN competency-based interview and/or other assessment methods
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