Applications are being accepted from qualified individuals to fill a vacancy published in the daily newspaper Classified Source on the date of 13 May, 2024.
UNOPS
Date Posted:
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13 May, 2024
Department:
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UNOPS
Category | Sector
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UNOPS
Newspaper:
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Classified Source Newspaper
Education:
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Bachelor
Total Vacancies:
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Details in attached ads
Vacancy Location:
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Islamabad, Islamabad, Pakistan
Job Type:
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Full Time
Expected Last Date:
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26 May, 2024
Vacant Positions: M&E Specialist
M&E SPECIALIST
UNOPS Islamabad is now on the lookout for a M&E Specialist to join their team.
JOB Description: M&E Specialist
“Under supervision of Partnership Specialist the incumbent is expected to to have following responsibilities Provides support in development of UNOPS Pakistan Country office portfolio document by achieving following results
Work with UNOPS Pakistan Senior Management to develop the country office program portfolio document, outlining country office strategic objectives and prioritizing thematic areas of focus aligned with the UNOPS mandate.
Planning, monitoring and evaluation of the country office portfolio performance
Conduct thorough research and analysis of the social, political, and economic situation. Review and analyze Pakistan Common Country Analysis (CCA), United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF), UN Pakistan Results Reports, and available information on partner programs in the UN data portal (UNINFO) to identify potential interventions for UNOPS Pakistan office.
Proactively conceptualize, design, develop, and formulate projects/initiatives aligned with UNOPS’ programming priorities
Facilitate brainstorming sessions and initiate discussions for the conceptualization of projects/programmes, presentation of concept notes to Senior Management Team (SMT), and work in close collaboration with SMT to mature concept notes into ready-to-pitch proposals.
Provide Technical support and guidance to ensure quality control, monitoring, evaluation, oversight and compliance of ongoing projects
Support UNOPS Pakistan multiple project teams throughout project management life cycle including quarterly and yearly work planning, budgeting to execution, monitoring, evaluation, documenting lesson learns, identifying bottlenecks in project implementation, documenting success stories, and status on achievement of intended results.
Ensure provision of advisory services on M&E, quality control and compliance for each of the ongoing UNOPS projects. Including the development of results-based Monitoring and Evaluation tools, mechanisms, and standard operating procedures
Contributes to the achievement of individual project objectives and their corresponding outcomes by assessing reliability, integrity, and completeness of data provided in the project reports and validation of Means of Verifications and supporting documents.
Conduct regular monitoring and evaluation of individual project performance and monitor and evaluate the contribution of individual project results to UNOPS Pakistan\’s overall portfolio targets
Provide regular support to the senior management team on early indication of problems, work and propose adaptive solutions and measures identifying and tracking implementation risks and appropriate mitigation measures.
Data Analysis and Reporting
With the support of project teams provide leadership in conducting a review of current UNOPS projects, analyze the scalability potential of each project, and report the findings to the senior management team.
Work with project managers and each project team to develop project context-specific project monitoring systems including results-based M&E tools, methodologies, and monitoring mechanisms tailored to each project\’s specific requirements.
Analyze and document project-specific training needs assessment, especially on project-specific results-based management, monitoring and evaluation, work planning
Design and develop UNOPS Pakistan portfolio Dashboard and project performance dashboards for each of the ongoing projects
Support project teams in data and information for reporting to donors and other stakeholders
Information and Knowledge Management
Provide substantial support in the preparation of knowledge products including but not limited to information and knowledge management system, factsheets, and reports for informed decision-making of the Senior Management Team
Develop a database of Who is doing what, where, and when with regards to UNOPS prioritized areas of intervention both in terms of thematic areas and geographic outreach
Analyze and present information on donors, preparation of briefs on possible areas of cooperation, identification of opportunities for initiation of new projects, actively contribute to the overall office effort in resource mobilization
Capacity Building and Training
Develop and conduct project-specific training calendars and capacity-building initiatives for project teams to develop project staff in-house capacities in Information Management, and M&E system of each of their corresponding projects
Develop project-specific training and capacity-building initiatives for the project teams on the project management best practices and lesson learns
Monitoring and Progress Controls
In collaboration with UNOPS senior management develop country office portfolio documents including but not limited to clearly defined strategic objectives, prioritize thematic areas and new potential areas of intervention aligned with UNOPS mandate.
Develop project-specific M&E system, quality control, compliance, and oversight mechanisms for all ongoing and pipeline projects of UNOPS Pakistan
Provide substantial support in data analysis and reporting especially analyzing scalability potential of each of UNOPS\’s ongoing and pipeline project.s
Develop information and knowledge management system including procedures and mechanisms for effective and efficient decision-making for UNOPS senior management and project teams
Develop project-specific M&E capacity building plan and conduct capacity building and training sessions with an objective of developing M&E capacities for each UNOPS project
Competencies
Strategic Perspective: Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization.(for levels IICA-2, IICA-3, LICA Specialist- 10, LICA Specialist-11, NOC, NOD, P3, P4 and above)
Integrity & Inclusion: Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.
Partnering: Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).
Result Orientation: Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.
Agility: Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.
Solution Focused: Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.
Effective Communication: Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.”
The last date for interested candidates to send their CV with the required documents is: 26 May, 2024. To apply for a job, you must make it clear what your job title is in your Subject. UNOPS gives equal opportunities to all candidates.
