Planning & Monitoring Specialist (Studies and Research) - United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

Planning & Monitoring Specialist (Studies and Research) - United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) Jobs in Nairobi Kenya
If you are qualified Kenyan National and looking for a chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable Somali children while gaining opportunities for career growth, you are invited to apply for the post of Planning & Monitoring Specialist (Studies and Research) with UNICEF Somalia, to be located at the UNICEF Somalia Support Centre in Nairobi.

If successful, you’ll be part of a dynamic and passionate team in Nairobi and Somalia that works together to improve the health, nutrition, water, sanitation, hygiene, and basic education of Somali girls and boys and protect them protection from violence, exploitation and abuse".

The successful candidate will be offered a Fixed Term Appointment for one year. Further extensions will be based on organizational needs, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

Closing date: 17 Aug 2010
Vacancy Announcement Ref: UNSOM/2010/020
Title: Planning & Monitoring Specialist (Studies and Research)
Category and Grade Level: NOC

Type of Contract: Fixed Term
IMIS number: 63907

Length of Contract: One year
Duty Station: Nairobi

Purpose of the Post:

Under the supervision of the Planning & Monitoring Specialist, responsible for the planning, development and implementation of the integrated monitoring and evaluation strategies in support of the country programme.

Major duties and responsibilities:

    * Design data collection methodologies and research related to programme interventions; (Sentinel Site Survey, RAP, CAP, etc.). Conducts research and data analysis. Assists in the introduction of new approaches and methods in project monitoring and evaluation. Leads MICS Survey. (This is a substantial part of the job and takes 50% of the incumbent’s time).
    * Assess trends and measure outcomes, in context of country programme. Maintain a data bank of social indicators on the situation of women and children through managing the SomInfo project.
    * Contribute towards the preparation of the Situation Analysis. Prepare Country Programme integrated monitoring, evaluation and research plans.
    * Participate in Programme mid-term review, annual reviews, previews, meetings. Analyzes and evaluates data to ensure achievement of objectives and recommends corrective actions, when necessary. Provides technical advice to programme staff, government officials and other counterparts on planning and management of integrated monitoring and evaluation.
    * Participate in the development of the Monitoring and Evaluation section's work plan, ensures compliance to specific assigned objectives. Provides guidance and support to staff.
    * Prepare the Monitoring and Evaluation sectoral documents for the Country Programme Recommendation (CRP) and Plans of Operations, Plans of Action, Country Programme Summary Sheet (CPSS).
    * Assist Government authorities in planning and organizing M&E training programmes. Identify training needs for the purpose of capacity building in monitoring and evaluation and liaise with the regional M&E Officer and the Evaluation and Research Office at UNICEF Headquarters in this regard.

Qualifications, experience & Skills

    * Advanced university degree in Social Sciences, Demography, Development Planning, Statistics or a related technical field.
    * Five years of progressively responsible professional work experience at national and international levels in programme research, monitoring and evaluation. Practical experience in community-based research.
    * Strong analytical, quantitative and qualitative research skills. Specialized training in statistics.
    * Knowledge of computer management skills, including internet navigation and various office applications.
    * Knowledge of the latest developments and technology in related fields.
    * Ability to organize and implement training.
    * Good negotiating and communication skills.
    * Supervisory and managerial skills.
    * Leadership and teamwork abilities.
    * Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships, both within and outside the organization.

How to apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications with updated UN Personal History Form (P.11) form, updated CV and copies of academic certificates. UN staff are requested to provide the last two Performance Evaluation Reports (PERs).

Please quote the vacancy number in your application.

Human Resources Manager
Vacancy Number 2010/020
UNICEF Somalia Support Centre
P.O. Box 44145-00100
Nairobi, Kenya

Or email to: somaliahrvacancies@unicef.org

Please note that documents submitted along with your applications will not be returned.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Qualified female candidates are especially encouraged to apply

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