Project Analyst Home-Based (Open to Tier 0, 1 and 2 applicants)

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Background

Independent Evaluation Office of UNDP

The Independent Evaluation Office (IEO) works to enhance the development effectiveness of UNDP. IEO’s work is guided by the UNDP Evaluation Policy and the Norms and Standards of the United Nations Evaluation Group (UNEG). The IEO contributes to UNDP’s organizational accountability and learning by conducting strategic, independent evaluations and setting standards and guidelines on evaluation for the organization. 

The IEO has five Workstreams: Country Programme Evaluation; Corporate and Thematic Evaluation, Capacity Development and Decentralized Evaluation; Knowledge and Data Management and Operations and has regionalized its operations since 2023. The IEO has fiduciary responsibilities for the UN Evaluation Group Secretariat, including Travel, Procurement, Human Resources and Finances operational lines.

Scope of Work

Under the supervision of the Chief of Section, Operations, the Project Analyst provides functional support to IEO operational processes, including general administration, procurement and finances. The Project Analyst promotes a client-focused, quality and results-oriented in the Unit.

The Project Analyst works in close collaboration with the operations, programme, and projects staff in the IEO and UNDP HQs to resolve operational-related issues and exchange information when needed and indicated by the Supervisor.

The specific tasks include, but not limited to, the following:

Provides efficient operational support to operationalize IEO’s strategies in conformity with the UNDP policies and procedures 

Support to regional operational processes

Support the UNEG’s Secretariat

Provision of logistical and administrative services

Facilitation of knowledge-building and knowledge sharing

The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

Institutional Arrangement

The Project Analyst will be supervised by the Chief of Section, Operations, and will work as a member of the IEO Operational team (OT) and in close collaboration with other IEO sections.

Competencies

Core

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies

Ability to communicate in a clear, concise, and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience.

Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media, and other appropriate channels.

Minimum Qualifications of the Successful IPSA

Min. Education requirements  

Min. years of relevant work experience     

Desired skills (in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section)  

Required Language(s)          

Equal opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. 

UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles. 

Right to select multiple candidates

UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

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