Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (PME) Internship

Job Posting Organization:
UNICEF, established in 1946, operates in over 190 countries and territories with a mission to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. The organization is committed to promoting the rights of every child and offers diverse opportunities for professional and personal development. UNICEF is known for its inclusive culture and values, emphasizing the importance of belonging and growth within a diverse workforce.

Job Overview:
The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Intern will play a crucial role in supporting the Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Section at UNICEF. This position focuses on various aspects of program planning, monitoring, data management, reporting, evaluation support, evidence generation, and knowledge management across UNICEF programs. The intern will contribute to achieving transformative results for children while gaining hands-on experience that enhances their professional development. Key responsibilities include supporting program planning, monitoring, reporting, and results tracking, assisting in the quality review of program reports, participating in monitoring visits and evaluation activities, managing data, and contributing to knowledge management and documentation of lessons learned. The intern will work closely with the Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist and collaborate with other team members to develop a quarterly work plan outlining key activities and performance indicators, ensuring regular performance conversations to reflect on achievements and areas needing support.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including:

• Supporting program planning, monitoring, reporting, and results tracking across UNICEF program areas.
• Assisting in the quality review of program reports, including annual and end-of-year reporting processes.
• Participating in monitoring visits and evaluation activities, and following up on program recommendations.
• Supporting data management, analysis, visualization, and maintenance of program information systems.
• Contributing to knowledge management, documentation of lessons learned, and dissemination of evidence and best practices.
• Providing coordination and administrative support for planning, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting activities.
• Reporting directly to the Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist and collaborating closely with program sections and other team members.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must be currently enrolled in or have recently graduated from a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree program in fields such as Monitoring and Evaluation, Statistics, Economics, Planning, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Demography, Data Science, Public Health, International Development, or closely related fields. Excellent academic performance is required, as demonstrated by recent university records. Additional consideration will be given for relevant academic, volunteer, internship, or professional experience in monitoring, evaluation, research, program management, statistics, or data analysis. Strong analytical and report writing skills are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of data visualization and statistical software such as SPSS, STATA, R, Power BI, or Tableau is desirable.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes enrollment in or recent graduation from a relevant degree program, specifically in Monitoring and Evaluation, Statistics, Economics, Planning, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Demography, Data Science, Public Health, International Development, or closely related fields. Candidates should have a strong academic record, as evidenced by their university or institution records.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have relevant experience, which can include academic, volunteer, internship, or professional experience in monitoring, evaluation, research, program management, statistics, or data analysis. This experience is essential to ensure that the intern can effectively contribute to the various responsibilities of the role.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is likely required given the international nature of UNICEF's work. Additional languages may be beneficial but are not explicitly mentioned as requirements.

Additional Notes:
This internship is likely to be a full-time position, with a duration of six months. Candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of their background, as UNICEF promotes diversity and inclusion in its workforce. The organization offers a range of benefits, including paid parental leave and reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct and is committed to safeguarding the rights of children. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous background checks and must comply with medical clearance and vaccination requirements.