Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist Duty Station: Hargeisa, Somalia

I. Position Information

Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist Duty Station: Hargeisa, Somalia Reports to: Deputy Country Director /Programme Type of ontract: Fixed-Term Appointment International Level: P3

II. Organizational Context

UNDP Somalia works across Somalia through two main Programmes: Governance and Rule of Law (GROL) and Poverty Reduction and Environmental Protection (PREP).

The Country Office (CO) recently completed its Country Programme Document (CPD) for 2011-2015. A key priority is to develop and support the country office, programmes, and projects in implementing a comprehensive M&E framework.

Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Country Director – Programmes, , the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Specialist will be responsible for the development of a Country Office M&E framework that is aligned with the Country Programme Document and the various programme and project documents currently in place. The M&E Specialist will implement the M&E system in broad consultation with internal and external stakeholders and liaise regularly with the donor community, under the direction of the Deputy Country Director - Programme. The M&E Specialist will also provide support to reporting to ensure that reports cover outcome and sub outcome attribution and strategic information on results of interventions. The incumbent will also provide training to programme and project teams where necessary and support Sub Office staff to ensure the effective implementation of the M&E framework.

The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist works in close collaboration with programme teams in the CO, s/he will also liaise with UNDP’s Evaluation Office staff and Government officials to ensure that country programme, and project evaluations are carried out according to schedules and that findings and recommendations are implemented and followed up.

The M&E Specialist will also work collaboratively with the M&E working group in support of the UNSAS.

III. Functions / Key Results Expected

Summary of key functions:  Implementation of monitoring and evaluation policies and strategies  Management of the monitoring and evaluation process  Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing on M&E

1. Ensures the implementation of evaluation policies and strategies, focusing on achievement of the following results: • Responsibility for planning, preparation, budgeting reporting and oversight of thematic, country programme/project evaluations and other types of evaluations conducted in the Country Office. • Oversight and implementation of an overall M&E framework adapted to the Somali context and aligned to the Country Programme Document (CPD) • Ensure continuous implementation of M&E system at project, programme and overall CO level. Support at project and programme level includes quality assurance and oversight. Support at CO level ensures attribution and results monitoring at outcome level. • Support tracking of donor resources towards outcomes. • Provision of guidance and training on appropriate in-country M&E mechanisms, especially in areas with restricted or no access. • Support M&E of the UN Somali Assistance Strategy as part of the inter-agency M&E Team and support strategic thinking of UN monitoring and evaluation • Responsibility for promotion of evaluation standards, quality assurance/control and capacity development within the Country Office.
2. Ensures effective management of the monitoring and evaluation process in the Country Office, focusing on achievement of the following results: • Design of regional implementation strategies for the CPD with regards to monitoring and evaluation: • Provision of technical advice at design stage of programmes/projects setting up an M&E framework with defined indicators to facilitate evaluation at later stages. • Provision of evaluation feedback into policy/programme/project design and ensure optimal use of evaluations by providing guidance in preparation of timely management response to all evaluations. • Provide methodological support to various programme units during the formulation, approval and implementation of M&E procedures and instruments and select RBM tools, in particular related to monitoring • Carry out programme analysis, at outcome level, in order to capture lessons learned and ensure that risks are properly monitored and mitigated • Undertake regular field visits to ensure compliance and timely execution of the planned monitoring & evaluation by various programme and project units
3. Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the area of monitoring and evaluation, focusing on achievement of the following results: • Orient and train Country Office staff in understanding and applying monitoring & evaluation policies, tools & methods, particularly at outcome level Facilitate dissemination of best practices & advocate UNDP successful experiences in results-based monitoring & evaluation as well as substantive areas of expertise through global knowledge networks • Collating lessons learned from crisis country program implementation in real time and sharing lessons internally, with counterparts, and on the knowledge networks • Participation in inter agency and donor meetings as required; Participation in networks and liaise with evaluation office of Headquarters, if required

IV. Impact of Results

The M&E framework aims to have an impact on the overall effectiveness and success of UNDP’s development interventions and activities in support of the Country Programme strategy. Effective implementation of M&E policies and procedures, as well as efficient management of the M&E process will enhance the organization’s accountability, transparency, evidence base and learning for implementation of valuable programmes with sustainable outcomes.

V. Competencies and Critical Success Factors

Functional Competencies:

Advocacy/Advancing A Policy-Oriented Agenda

Level 2: Analysis and creation of messages and strategies  Uses the opportunity to bring forward and disseminate materials for advocacy work

Results-Based Programme Development and Management

Level 1.2: Contributes into results through primary research and analysis  Assesses project performance to identify success factors and incorporates best practices into project work  Researches linkages across programme activities to identify critical points of integration  Monitors specific stages of projects/programme implementation

Building Strategic Partnerships

Level 2: Identifying and building partnerships  Identifies needs and interventions for capacity building of counterparts, clients and potential partners  Displays initiative, sets challenging outputs for him/herself and willingly accepts new work assignment

Innovation and Marketing New Approaches

Level 2: Developing new approaches  Identifies new approaches and promotes their use in other situations  Documents successes and uses them to project a positive image  Creates an environment that fosters innovation and innovative thinking  Makes the case for innovative ideas from the team with own supervisor

Resource Mobilization (Field Duty Stations)

Level 2: Implementing resource mobilization strategies  Identifies and compiles lessons learned  Promotes and encourages country office action with local missions of donor countries as well as appropriate government authorities for increased contribution to UNDP resources, including cost sharing modalities

Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing

Level 2: Developing tools and mechanisms  Makes the case for innovative ideas documenting successes and building them into the design of new approaches  Identifies new approaches and strategies that promote the use of tools and mechanisms

Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise

Level 2: In-depth knowledge of the subject-matter  Understands more advanced aspects of primary area of specialization as well as the fundamental concepts of related disciplines  Keeps abreast of new developments in area of professional discipline and job knowledge and seeks to develop him/herself professionally  Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments  Demonstrates comprehensive understanding and knowledge of the current guidelines and project management tools and utilizes these regularly in work assignments

Global Leadership and Advocacy for UNDP’s Goals

Level 2: Analysis and creation of messages and strategies  Uses the opportunity to bring forward and disseminate materials for global advocacy work and adapts it for use at country level

Client Orientation

Level 2: Contributing to positive outcomes for the client  Anticipates client needs  Works towards creating an enabling environment for a smooth relationship between the clients and service provider  Demonstrates understanding of client’s perspective

Core Competencies:

 Promoting ethics and integrity, creating organizational precedents  Building support and political acumen  Building staff competence, creating an environment of creativity and innovation  Building and promoting effective teams  Creating and promoting enabling environment for open communication  Creating an emotionally intelligent organization  Leveraging conflict in the interests of UNDP & setting standards  Sharing knowledge across the organization and building a culture of knowledge sharing and learning. Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff member.  Fair and transparent decision making; calculated risk-taking

Prince 2 training and certification

VI. Recruitment Qualifications

Education: Advanced university degree (Masters Level) in Social Sciences, International Development, International Relations or related field

Experience: • 5 years professional progressive work experience in monitoring and evaluation, project management, social research etc • Field experience is required, preferably in conflict / post conflict environments • Substantive knowledge of development issues in general and UNDP’s practice areas desirable • Strong knowledge of monitoring and evaluation tools is required, in particular results based management • Experience in the development and implementation of quantitative and qualitative methodologies • Experience in developing and facilitating participatory, competency based trainings • Experience in usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling web based management systems • Knowledge of Results Management Guide of UNDP and Prince2 is an asset • Experience in UNDP monitoring and evaluation an asset

Language Requirements: Strong written and spoken English skills

How to apply:

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