Monitoring, Evaluation and Impact Senior Officer

Job Posting Organization:
The UNOPS Global Portfolios Office (GPO) is a key entity within the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) that brings together diverse expertise to help partners deliver impact worldwide. Established to support the UN's strategic priorities and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), GPO operates with hubs in New York, Geneva, and Vienna, and has expert teams working globally. The organization is involved in multi-regional initiatives that advance sustainable development, climate action, and peacebuilding, particularly in challenging environments. UNOPS collaborates closely with major global partners, including governments, international financial institutions, and UN agencies, to provide a wide range of services such as project management, fund management, hosting services, and HR support, thereby enhancing its operational effectiveness across more than 130 countries.

Job Overview:
The Monitoring, Evaluation & Impact Senior Officer is a pivotal role within the Sanitation and Hygiene Fund (SHF) hosted by UNOPS, focusing on ensuring that SHF delivers measurable and sustainable results. This position is responsible for the effective implementation of systems that track outcomes, assess impact, and generate evidence to inform policy dialogue and programmatic interventions. The officer will coordinate SHF's monitoring, evaluation, and learning systems at both country and global levels, ensuring that data is collected, analyzed, and processed into relevant internal and external reporting. The role emphasizes accountability to beneficiaries, governments, and donors, ensuring that SHF-supported programs are results-oriented and evidence-based.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Monitoring, Evaluation & Impact Senior Officer include supporting the implementation of the SHF monitoring and evaluation (M&E) framework, which aligns with national sector priorities and strategies. The officer will assist in harmonizing indicators with global targets and national development plans, conduct periodic reviews of M&E tools and methodologies, and provide recommendations for improvement. Responsibilities also include coordinating with SHF contract managers and partners for timely reporting of data, conducting field visits for program delivery assessment, and managing a central database for SHF’s impact data. The officer will conduct outcome and impact assessments, manage external evaluations, and facilitate learning by synthesizing findings into accessible formats. Additionally, the role involves producing analytical reports and dashboards for stakeholders, ensuring quality assurance of program reports, and integrating cross-cutting priorities such as equity and sustainability into M&E work.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a first-level university degree (Bachelor’s) in social sciences, economics, development studies, statistics, public administration, public policy, evaluation, or a related field, combined with two years of qualifying experience. Alternatively, an advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in the aforementioned fields is acceptable with no prior experience required. The role demands a strong foundation in monitoring and evaluation frameworks, particularly in international development or humanitarian settings, and familiarity with both quantitative and qualitative methods for M&E.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a first-level university degree (Bachelor’s) in relevant fields such as social sciences, economics, development studies, statistics, public administration, public policy, or evaluation. Candidates with an advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in these fields are also eligible, provided they have no prior experience. This educational foundation is crucial for understanding the complexities of monitoring and evaluation in the context of international development.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in monitoring, evaluation, research, and results-based M&E frameworks, preferably within international development or humanitarian contexts. Candidates should have experience in applying both quantitative and qualitative methods for monitoring and evaluation, managing impact databases, and conducting outcome evaluations. Familiarity with diverse indicator types and the ability to synthesize findings into analytical reports for various audiences are essential. Experience in WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) and menstrual health is considered an asset, as is a demonstrated ability to support the development of M&E systems in collaboration with development partners and government counterparts.

Languages:
Fluency in English is required for this position, while basic proficiency in French is desirable. The ability to communicate effectively in both languages will enhance collaboration with diverse stakeholders and contribute to the overall success of the role.

Additional Notes:
The contract for this position is initially for one year, with the possibility of renewal based on program needs, funding availability, and satisfactory performance. The position is classified at the mid-level (ICS 09) and is a staff contract (NO-B). UNOPS emphasizes diversity and equal employment opportunities, encouraging applications from a wide range of nationalities, cultures, and backgrounds. The organization is committed to maintaining a respectful and inclusive working environment and has a zero-tolerance policy for sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, and other forms of abusive conduct. Background checks are conducted for all final candidates to ensure compliance with these standards.