JOB DESCRIPTION
Official Job Title: |
Monitoring and Evaluation/Population and Dynamics Analyst. Duty Station: South Africa, Pretoria |
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Grade (Classified) |
NO-B |
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Post Number: |
New |
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Post Type: |
Non-Rotational |
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Classification Authority: |
DHR Director |
Date: February 2018 |
1. Organizational Location
Under the overall guidance of the UNFPA Representative, the Monitoring and Evaluation/Population and Dynamics Analyst is located in the South Africa Country Office (CO) and reports to the Assistant Representative. |
2. Job Purpose
The Monitoring and Evaluation/Population and Dynamics Analyst substantively contribute to the effective management of UNFPA activities in the areas of monitoring and evaluation as well as population and development. S/he contributes to the effective planning, quality assurance, reporting, monitoring and evaluation, and evidence generation related to UNFPA activities in the areas of Data and Population Dynamics, analyses and assesses relevant political, social and economic trends and provides substantive inputs to project formulation and evaluation, joint programming initiatives and national development frameworks. The Monitoring and Evaluation/Population and Dynamics Analyst facilitates the delivery of results based UNFPA programmes by monitoring results achieved during implementation. S/he ensures and guides the appropriate application of systems and procedures and develops enhancements if necessary. |
3. Major Activities/Expected Results
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4. Work Relations
The Monitoring and Evaluation/Population and Dynamics Analyst facilitates the work of consultants, advisors, and experts and establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with counterparts in government, multi-lateral and bilateral donor agencies and civil society to address emerging issues. S/he must effectively influence counterparts from diverse backgrounds to jointly contribute to achieving UNFPA’s mandate. The Monitoring and Evaluation/Population and Dynamics Analyst is a substantive contributor to the programme team in the Country Office. Internal contacts include the Representative, Assistant Representative, the CO’s programme/ technical team. External contacts include other UN agencies in country, and counterparts and partners in Country programme activities, including international NGOs, experts etc.
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5. Job Requirements
Education: Advanced degree in health, population, demography and/or other related social science field. Knowledge and Experience: At least two years professional experience in the field of development and population activities, preferably in programme/ project management. Values:
Core Competencies:
Managerial Competencies (if applicable):
Functional Skill Set:
Languages: Fluency in English is required. |
6. Signatures/Certification
Incumbent’s Name & Signature (If Applicable) |
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