Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Analyst, NO-A, Kyiv, Ukraine at unfpa

Kyiv, , Ukraine -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Monitoring and Evaluation, Results-Based Management, Data Analysis, Programme Formulation, Report Writing, KoboToolbox, MS Power BI, Looker, DHIS2, Theory of Change, Knowledge Management, Strategic Planning, Evaluation Design, Data Visualization, Policy Advice, Coordination

Industry

International Affairs

Description

The Position: The Planning, M&E Analyst will provide technical inputs to the programme formulation; monitoring results against country/regional level targets and facilitating the reporting of results as well as contribute to knowledge management and maintaining a culture of results. She/He also promotes the use of the results information for adaptations. S/he also act as evaluation manager and ensure the quality of evaluation processes and products in conformity with UNFPA Evaluation Quality Standards. You will report directly to the Information Management Specialist. How you can make a difference: UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA’s strategic plan (2026-2029) reaffirms the relevance of its current strategic direction and focuses on four transformative results: accelerating progress on meeting the unmet need for family planning; accelerating progress on ending preventable maternal deaths; accelerating progress on ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. 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 Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Analyst will contribute to effective results planning, monitoring, reporting, communication and evaluation of programmes and projects. You would be responsible for: A. Results planning Provide technical inputs to programme formulation to ensure results are properly defined * Provide technical inputs for the development of theories of change of the programmes and projects counting the past, present and future contexts * Provide coordination and facilitation support in the development of quality M&E frameworks including the costed monitoring and evaluation plan of the country programme * Provide relevant inputs to the formulation of United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework, more specifically common country analysis, strategic prioritization, theory of change, results framework and joint work plans * Provide inputs to develop annual and multiyear results plans * Support developing workplans to operationalise the results * Provide inputs for developing field monitoring plans and quality assurance processes * Promote the use of evaluation results for evidenced-based planning and programming B. Monitoring Provide technical inputs to the monitoring and tracking of results against country/ regional level targets and UNFPA Strategic Plan * Provide inputs to conduct the annual reviews of the projects and programmes * Provide inputs to implementation of the midterm reviews of the projects and programmes * Provide inputs for monitoring work plans in collaboration with programme staff * Support field monitoring and coordinate with programme team and promote use of monitoring visits recommendations * Support collecting and analysing data and evidence including higher-level indicators and oversee regular data quality checks * Active participation and provide relevant inputs for joint united nations joint results groups and other joint monitoring mechanisms * Provide inputs for implementing adaptive and innovative monitoring practices such as remote monitoring, real time monitoring * Contribute the implementation of the assurance plans including the spot checks C. Results reporting and results communication Facilitate the reporting of results to internal (Senior Management) and external (Executive Board, Donors) audiences * Collect quality quantitative and qualitative data * Compile and analyze data for projects and present analytical reports to inform reporting and decision making * Develop quality results reports * Support communicating results for both internal and external audiences in close collaboration with communication staff * Provide required results and data for producing external report such as United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework * Support producing and disseminating results reports on implementation of UNFPA strategic plan and regional programmes D. Evaluation Provide technical support to the CO in the implementation of the UNFPA Evaluation Policy in the Country Office * Support the development and implementation of costed evaluation plan in the country office, including an annual update and regular monitoring of implementation of planned evaluations * Support the evaluation manager and ensure the quality of evaluation processes and products in conformity with UNFPA Evaluation Quality Standards * Participate in interagency and coordination work on M&E at country level, including support to UNSDCF evaluations * Participate as member in UNFPA M&E net * Promote use of evaluation findings and recommendations in programme formulation and organizational decision making * Support efforts to enhance UNFPA internal and national capacity development on M&E E. Knowledge management and culture of results Contribute to knowledge management and maintaining a culture of results * Assist in the application of of results-based management (RBM) principles and standards * Provide technical support to implementing partners on strengthening capacity development on results-based management * Promote interventions for utilizing results and demonstrate the adaptive management * Identify, disseminate and use good practices, lessons and knowledge * Support results communication in collaboration with relevant staff * Support senior managers in developing management responses to all evaluations within six weeks of completion, including quarterly updates on implementation of actions plans of management responses to evaluations Carry out any other duties as may be required by UNFPA leadership. Key performance indicators * Timely and quality support to the programme team and implementing partners in line with work plan * Quality and timely systems for tracking/monitoring * Timely submission of accurate and quality reports * Timely completion high quality evaluations * Completion of (1) an “e- learning course certificate: How to Manage Country Programme Evaluations; and (2) RBM in UNFPA Qualifications and Experience: Education: * Masters degree (or equivalent) in statistics, economics, health, population demography and/or any other related social science discipline. Knowledge and Experience: * 0 required years of relevant national/international working in the area of monitoring and evaluation, information management or programme management * Experience in results-based management, evaluation and evidence-based programming is an asset * Experience in one of UNFPA transformative areas is an asset * Good Knowledge of programme formulation, implementation, and Results Based Management * Good Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation, evaluation design, data collection and analysis, and reporting * Ability to provide policy advice and support to implementing partners * Ability to synthesize programme performance data and produce analytical reports * Good analytical and report writing skills * Proficiency in data collection and visualization tools, specifically KoboToolbox and MS Power BI or Looker; knowledge of DHIS2 is an asset. * Planning, goal setting, prioritization and organizational skills Languages: * Fluency in English and Ukrainian; knowledge of other official UN languages is desirable. Required Competencies: Values: * 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 Compensation and Benefits: This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus 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. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. 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 [https://www.unfpa.org/diversity-equity-inclusion] 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.

Responsibilities

The analyst provides technical input for programme formulation, monitoring results against targets, and facilitating reporting. They also manage evaluation processes to ensure quality in accordance with UNFPA standards and promote a culture of results.