Monitoring & Evaluation Officer

Position Title: Monitoring & Evaluation Officer

Duty Station: Kinshasa, Congo, Democratic Republic of the

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P1

Type of Appointment: Special short-term graded, six months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 15 December 2021

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Read more about diversity and inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.

Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.

For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:

Antigua and Barbuda; Aruba (Netherlands); Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros;Congo (the); Cook Islands; Cuba; Fiji; Gabon; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; Libya; Luxembourg; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Montenegro; Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Timor-Leste; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.

Context:

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission, the direct supervision of the Program Support unit Coordinator and in close coordination with the Head of operations and the Transition and recovery program officer, relevant project managers in the mission and technical liaison with the Regional Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Officer for Southern Africa, the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will support aspects of the implementation of monitoring and evaluation activities for programmes and projects in the country in line with IOM’s M&E policies, guidelines and standards and, donors’ expectations and requirements.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Track the implementation of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) activities according to the project’s result matrix in close coordination with Project Managers and other relevant colleagues.

2. Provide inputs for the development of monitoring plans and tools when required and monitor the implementation of various projects within the mission, focusing on activities, results, expenditure and budget, and assumptions.

3. Provide inputs for the M&E components for the development and implementation of country projects with attention paid to results matrices, work plans and monitoring and evaluation frameworks.

4. Guide M&E focal points and evaluators (internal and external) to facilitate Country Office led M&E, information flow and knowledge exchange/ management.

5. Organize regular training and capacity building sessions on project M&E activities for project staff and partners.

6. Analyze, compile and/or draft specific elements of monitoring reports, highlight the status of projects’ implementation, projects’ burn rate and the causes of potential bottlenecks to implementation, and disseminate M&E findings to senior management.

7. Participate in specific in-country evaluation exercises as assigned. Share the evaluation plans/reports for archiving in IOM’s evaluation repository with the Regional M&E Officer in Pretoria on a quarterly basis or as guided.

8. Analyze monitoring findings and evaluation reports, highlight good practices and lessons learned, and share with the supervisor for subsequent dissemination to relevant colleagues, management and partners.

9. Track and update the preparation and implementation of Management Response (MR) to evaluations and related review exercises implemented in the mission as part of organizational efforts to increase the utility and implementation of evaluation findings.

10. Provide logistical and technical assistance for the collection of feedback from beneficiaries and stakeholders on activities and services provided through Post distribution Monitoring, surveys, other sources of information for processes that document Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP) and effectiveness of communication with Communities.

11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Monitoring and/or Evaluation; Development Studies; International Development; Project Planning and Development; Development Economics; Development Statistics; Research, or a related field from an accredited academic institution; or

• University degree in the above fields with two years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in the development, planning and implementation of programme/project M&Esystems, M&E methods and approaches at multi-country or multi-project level (including quantitative, qualitative, and participatory approaches), information/data analysis and report writing;

• Experience in conducting evaluations and managing evaluations including in the development of baseline assessments, with Governmental and non-governmental actors, international organizations, academia, consulting, or another;

• Experience in development and delivery of M&E trainings;

• Experience in quantitative and qualitative research methods, and development of mixed methods studies;

• Experience in survey design, statistical analysis, and proven competency in ability to use atleast one statistical software packages (e.g. SPSS, NVIVO, STATA, Epinfo etc.);

• Experience in performing or coordinating risk assessments for UN Agencies, International Organizations, and International specialized NGOs;

• Experience at an international level with specialized international agencies (UN Agencies, International Organizations, and International specialized NGOs) and in complex humanitarian operations;

• Previous experience working in an international organization and knowledge of the UN is advantageous.

Skills

• Advanced written and oral French and English communication skills.

• Sound organizational and interpersonal relationship skills;

• Good team player, dedicated, ability to monitor and follow up pending matters;

• Ability to meet deadlines in fast paced environment with minimum supervision.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

External applicants for all positions in the Professional category are required to be proficient in English and have at least a working knowledge of one additional UN Language (French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian or Chinese).

For all applicants, fluency in English and French is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Lingala, Swahili and/or local language is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes

Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

Required Competencies:

Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

• Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

• Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

• Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

• Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.

• Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.

• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

• Leadership: provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the organization’s vision; assists others to realize and develop their potential.

• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.pdf

Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

Other:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.