Country Results Report Lead

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization founded in 1945, currently comprising 193 member states. Its mission is to promote peace, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and cooperation among nations, addressing global challenges such as poverty, inequality, and climate change. The UN operates in various countries worldwide, with a focus on sustainable development and humanitarian assistance. The UN Country Team in Saudi Arabia aligns its efforts with national development priorities, particularly Vision 2030, which aims to diversify the economy and improve the quality of life for citizens.

Job Overview:
The Country Results Report Lead will play a crucial role in leading, coordinating, and delivering the UNCT Results Report for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). This position requires a strong focus on evidence-based reporting that is visually compelling and timely. The report is a key document that presents system-wide results under the Cooperation Framework and aligns with the national development priorities outlined in Vision 203

• The successful candidate will work closely with various stakeholders, including the Head of the Resident Coordinator Office (RCO), M&E focal points, finance and operations teams, and the Communications Group, to ensure that the report meets its objectives and is delivered by the deadline of 31 March each year. The report must effectively communicate the UN's contributions to national priorities, highlight partnerships, and integrate cross-cutting themes such as gender equality and environmental sustainability.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Country Results Report Lead will be responsible for a comprehensive set of duties, including: 1) Planning and governance: Develop a backward plan from the 31 March release date, defining roles and responsibilities across entities for data, narrative, finance, design, translation, and quality assurance. 2) Structure and storyboard: Create an annotated outline following the UNCT Results Report template, integrating cross-cutting themes throughout. 3) Data pipeline and evidence: Set a data cut-off, coordinate UN INFO extractions, and report results against UNSDG Output Indicators. 4) Financial overview and SDG financing: Compile a financial overview, present funding sources, and draft sections on partnerships and financing. 5) Coherence, effectiveness, and efficiency: Draft sections on how reform improved coherence and delivery, quantifying efficiency savings where feasible. 6) Lessons learned and evaluations: Summarize strategic learning and management response actions. 7) Design, language, and communications package: Produce a reader-friendly report with strong visuals and prepare bilingual executive summaries. 8) Quality assurance: Conduct formal quality reviews using a checklist. 9) Government engagement and publication: Support the RC presentation to the Government and finalize the report for publication.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master's or higher degree in communication, marketing, social sciences, economics, public health, international relations, law, or a related area. Additionally, a minimum of 1 year of professional work experience in research assistance is required. All candidates must submit a copy of their educational degree, as incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Educational Background:
A Master's or higher degree in a relevant field such as communication, marketing, social sciences, economics, public health, international relations, law, or a related area is essential for this position. This educational background is crucial for understanding the complexities of the UN's work and the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.

Experience:
The position requires at least 1 year of professional work experience in research assistance. This experience should ideally involve working in a similar context, where the candidate has demonstrated the ability to manage data, coordinate with multiple stakeholders, and produce high-quality reports under tight deadlines.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, with a requirement for candidates to demonstrate proficiency in all four areas: speaking, reading, writing, and understanding. Knowledge of French is considered an asset, as English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.

Additional Notes:
This position is remote and is expected to last for a duration of 3 months. The role is crucial for ensuring that the UNCT Results Report is completed and submitted by the deadline of 31 March. The United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, and it does not require information regarding applicants' bank accounts.