Evaluation Specialist (R-WASH), Temporary Appointment (364 Days), P-3 at UNICEF-apply!

How can you make a difference?

• The Evaluation Specialist works with the UNICEF ESARO Evaluation Section, in close coordination with the R-WASH PMU.
• The purpose of this role is to implement and support the generation of evaluative evidence on the R-WASH programme. The Evaluation Specialist also works with KFW, UNHCR Programme and Evaluation Team of the R-WASH Programme, to ensure that programmatic perspectives of KFW and UNHCR are factored into evidence generation activities.

Main Responsibilities

• Design and Management of WASH and Climate Change focused Evaluations
• Assist in the coordination of the R-WASH-related evaluation activities and make sure that evaluations funded by UNICEF are planned and carried out in accordance with established UN quality standards, with the results distributed promptly and utilized by stakeholders to enhance program performance and promote broader learning.

• monitor the design and administration of evaluation materials, supervise the work of evaluation teams, monitor the data collecting and analysis process, ensure the quality of outputs, and lead the management of R-WASH evaluative activities, including impact evaluation and programmatic review.
• Ensure clear coordination between all key stakeholders in the management of evaluations.
• Produce high-quality evaluation briefs, reports and other deliverables, integrating and clearly interpreting quantitative and qualitative findings.
• Review, advise on, and support implementation of other WASH and climate change focused evaluations in support of programs, systems, and processes.
• Evaluation Coordination KFW, UNHCR, and key stakeholders

R-WASH Evaluation coordination with KFW, UNHCR, UNICEF ESARO and Country Offices

• Represent UNICEF in standing Steering Committee meetings, with KFW and UNHCR;
• Provide support to R-WASH Evaluation Consultants in preparation of data collection, field visits and workshops;
• Serve as Chair of the R-WASH Evaluation Reference Group and ensure that the evaluation is proceeding as per schedule and that ERG members are kept up to date on the progress of the evaluation
• Support to the Regional Evaluation Function, with a Focus on WASH and Climate Change Evaluations
• Make sure that assessments are organized, created, and carried out in compliance with the specified UN quality standards, and that stakeholders promptly receive and utilize the results to enhance program performance and advance broader learning.

• Review, advise on, and support implementation of other WASH and climate change focused evaluations in support of programmes, systems, and processes.
• Make professional contributions to, and provide technical assistance for, the planning and monitoring of evaluation objectives, priorities and activities in the Evaluation Annual Work Plan
• Help national offices and their associates create excellent terms of reference and evaluation designs. Encourage the hiring of highly skilled consultants and ensure that the evaluation procedures and final products adhere to ESARO standard operating procedures.
• Encourage the use of evaluations in the creation of management responses and their follow-up. In general, assist the ESARO in enlisting partners in

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
Education
Minimum requirements:

• Advanced university degree in one of the following fields: social sciences, statistics, public health, economics, public policy or other related disciplines.
• Relevant qualification(s) in evaluation will be an added advantage.

Experience

• At least 5 years of professional experience in research and evaluation design and in conducting evaluations as per UNICEF and UNEG norms and standards for evaluation in the UN system.
• It is crucial to have a proven understanding of and background in using both quantitative and qualitative methodologies. It is beneficial to have an understanding of the procedures used to carry out “upstream” assessments, which concentrate on policies, strategies, and systems, and “downstream” evaluations, which concentrate on the execution of projects and programs. It is preferable to have more experience with quantitative effect evaluations.
• Experience in related evidence functions is an asset, including Quantitative and Qualitative Data Analysis, Research, Programme Audit, and Programme Planning and Monitoring.
• Familiarity with and work experience in sub-Saharan African countries, with a particular focus on humanitarian settings is an advantage.
• Familiarity with WASH and climate change-related issues is a plus.

Language Requirements

• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of a second UN and/or local working language of the duty station an asset.

Desirables

• Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency.

Evaluation Specialist (R-WASH), Temporary Appointment (364 Days), P-3 at UNICEF-apply!