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Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Job Code: UNPME

Location: Ranchi
Closing date: 16th January 2013

Purpose Of The Post
To provide support to the Field Office and the state government for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation work. Further, the incumbent will provide inputs in the development of monitoring and evaluation systems in support of the cooperation between the State Government and UNICEF.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

1.     Develop and maintain database on development indicators related to women and children and provide technical inputs/service to project officers and Chief, Field Office with the objective of helping policy analysis and programme development for action on children. Provide technical oversight and guidance to District Support.

2.     Collaborate with relevant government departments, officials and other partners to identify interventions necessary for the improved planning, implementation and monitoring of assigned programme areas.

3.     Track new and innovative trends in social policy and advocate/disseminate new ideas with policy makers and other stakeholders.

4. Assist in the development, coordination and implementation of research, monitoring and evaluation activities in the states with special attention to community based monitoring systems, through the provision of technical assistance.

5. Establish and maintain regular professional contacts with government officials, other partners, including research and training institutions, through joint visits, consultations, meetings.  Advocate and promote the adoption of UNICEF policies and strategies, foster alliances to meet objectives.

6. Participate and contribute to the State Management Team of the field Office, and to regular programme team meetings.  Participate and contribute to inter-state activities related to the areas of assignment and in relevant country office meetings. Contribute relevant inputs to annual, donors and other reports and documents.

7. Prepare project work plan, carry out requisitions on line in ProMS as well as prepare periodic management reports on the project for review and decisions. Ensure accurate and timely input of programme information in computerized programme system and issuance of status reports for monitoring and evaluation purposes.

Qualifications, Skills And Attributes

a) Education
Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University in social sciences, development planning, planning, evaluation, survey implementation or advanced statistical research.

b) Work Experience

Two years of relevant professional work experience in programme development and implementation including monitoring and evaluation activities.

 

c) Languages
Fluency in written and spoken English required. Knowledge of local working language of the duty station, highly desirable.

d) Competency Profile: 

i)  Core Values (Required)

• Commitment       • Diversity and Inclusion      • Integrity

ii)  Core Competencies (Required)

•  Communication [ I ]  •  Working with People  [ II ] •  Drive for Results  [ I ]

iii) Functional Competencies (Required)

• Formulating Strategies and Concepts [ I ]  • Analyzing    [ II ]

•  Applying Technical Expertise [ II ]  •  Planning and Organizing  [ II ]

•  Latest programme monitoring and evaluation theory, methodology, technology and tools.

• Understanding of UN Mission and system; and International Code of Conduct.

• Understanding of UNICEF Mission Statement and observance of UNICEF Guiding Principles

 

Applications consisting of a cover letter and an up-to-date CV should be sent to nonprofitjobs@abcconsultants.netby 16thJanuary2013.  In order to ensure that your application is sorted correctly, please clearly mention the title and location of the post in the subject line of your e-mail/application. Only applications of short listed candidates will be acknowledged. These vacancies are open to Indian Nationals only.

 

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organizations qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization.

UNICEF does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process including application, interview, meeting, traveling, processing, training etc. UNICEF is a non-smoking working environment.