Org. Setting and Reporting
This temporary position is located in the Inspection and Evaluation Division (IED) of the Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) in New York. OIOS is the internal oversight body of the United Nations and assists the Secretary-General in fulfilling his oversight responsibilities in respect of the resources and staff of the Organization through the provision of audit, investigation, and inspection and evaluation services. OIOS is an independent office reporting to the Secretary-General and to the General Assembly. IED focuses on the conduct of independent inspections and evaluations on behalf of the Secretary-General and the Member States. IED evaluations and inspections are meant to assist intergovernmental bodies and programme managers in assessing the relevance, efficiency, effectiveness and impact of Secretariat programmes. In accordance with its mandate, set forth in General Assembly resolution A/RES/48/218 B (and later resolutions A/RES/54/244 and A/RES/59/272), the role of IED is to help assure the accountability of Secretariat programmes for attaining their mandates, while in the process foster institutional learning and improvement through reflection by programmes and Member States on performance and results. The Evaluation Officer will serve as the project leader in the evaluation of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (IRMCT). This position reports to the Chief of Section and the Director of OIOS-IED.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Evaluation Officer will be responsible for the following duties:
• Leads evaluations through scoping, planning, designing, collecting and analyzing data and report drafting for evaluation and inspection assignments of United Nations Secretariat programmes activities and carries out all the tasks involved in the assignments
• Leads evaluation teams of other evaluation staff and/or consultants
• Researches, analyzes and presents data gathered from diverse sources
• Leads the development of evaluation design and takes the lead in drafting of evaluation inception papers and terms of reference
• Leads data collection efforts across multiple qualitative and quantitative methods; reviews, analyzes and interprets data and develops evaluation findings, conclusions and recommendations
• Leads and/or participates in field missions, including provision of guidance to evaluation team members, external consultants, and other parties and drafting mission summaries
• Leads the drafting of draft and final evaluation reports, including the incorporation of client comments
• Leads evaluation briefings to the Director, the Office of the Under-Secretary-General and evaluation clients
• Ensures quality standards for evaluations
• Leads evaluations that are impartial, independent and credible and that meet professional standards
• Provides substantive backstopping to the Director and Chief of Section in presenting evaluations to the Committee for Programme and Coordination
• Coordinates activities related to budget funding (evaluation project budget preparation and submissions, progress reports, and financial statements)
• Supports and carries out other management and administrative tasks as recruitment of staff and consultants
• Participates in the follow-up to evaluation assignments by tracking evaluation recommendations through OIOS Teammate+ and determining the final implementation of those recommendations and their outcomes
• Provides support to the Division to strengthen efficiency and effectiveness of the evaluation function by: (a) participating in Divisional work groups on work processes and structures; (b) taking on additional Division-wide tasks as assigned, such as administrative, human resource, and/or substantive work tasks; (c) undertaking evaluation support functions, such as developing and conducting training workshops and seminars and providing guidance to entities with their respective internal evaluations; (d) making presentations on assigned topics/activities and (e) providing substantive support to meetings and conferences
• Collects and analyzes data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Work implies establishing and maintaining relationships through frequent interaction with the following: Counterparts, senior officers and programme managers in relevant Secretariat units and in UN funds, programs and other UN specialized agencies; Representatives and officials in national governments; international organizations and consultants.
Results Expected:
Effectively leads evaluation projects and teams. Demonstrates timely delivery of outputs in accordance with overall objectives and policies. Plays a lead role in identifying significant issues and develops well-reasoned, innovative approaches to deal with these issues. Serves as an effective spokesperson internally and externally and forms strong partnerships with relevant parties.
Competencies
Professionalism:
Knowledge of international standards and practices in evaluation and respective evaluation methodologies. Ability to propose and formulate a strategic approach to evaluations within the overall framework of the relevant international instruments. Knowledge of the United Nations system evaluation standards and practices. Knowledge of technical cooperation and development assistance. Knowledge of the peacekeeping and peacebuilding arena. Ability to produce evaluation reports and papers. Ability to review and edit the evaluation work of others. Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Demonstrates good judgment and initiative, creativity and resourcefulness, diplomacy and tact. Ability to ensure an effective work structure to maximize productivity and achieve the goals of the Division. Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges. Remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.
Planning & Organizing:
Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently.
Teamwork:
Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Creativity:
Actively seeks to improve programmes or services. Offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas. Takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas. Thinks “outside the box”. Takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things. Is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Law, Business Administration, Social Sciences, Public Administration, Programme Evaluation, International Affairs, Economics, International Development or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Job - Specific Qualification
Not available.
Work Experience
A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in evaluation of international projects and programmes is required. Experience in leading evaluations is required. Experience in leading and managing inspection and evaluation teams of staff and consultants is required. Experience in the use of qualitative and quantitative evaluation methodologies is required. Experience working in an international organization is desirable. Two years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official language of the United Nations is desirable.
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview.
Special Notice
• This temporary post is financed by the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (IRMCT) and is temporarily available from 1 January 2025 until 31 December 2025. The appointment, or assignment and renewal thereof, are subject to the availability of the post or funds, budgetary approval, or extension of the mandate
• If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment
• The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position
DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 11, 2025
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