Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist

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FAO’s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.

FAO’s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life, leaving no one behind.

Organizational Setting

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations leading international efforts to eradicate hunger, improve food security and nutrition, reduce rural poverty, and promote the sustainable management of natural resources. Through the FAO Strategic Framework 2022–31, the Organization supports the transformation to more efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems for better production, better nutrition, a better environment and a better life, leaving no one behind..

FAO in Papua New Guinea is implementing the Green Climate Fund (GCF)-funded project "PNG REDD-plus Results-Based Payments (RBP) for Results Period 2014–2016." As the accredited entity of the GCF, FAO supports the Government of Papua New Guinea in implementing the PNG National REDD+ Strategy 2017–2027 through activities that strengthen institutional capacity, reduce emissions from deforestation and forest degradation, and promote sustainable forest management and resilient livelihoods.
To ensure effective planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring and reporting of project activities, a Project Management Unit (PMU) will be established within the FAO Representation in Papua New Guinea. The PMU will oversee project implementation in accordance with FAO and Government of Papua New Guinea policies and procedures while ensuring compliance with GCF requirements.

Reporting Lines

Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Chief Technical Advisor, and in close coordination with the Project Coordinator, with technical guidance from the FAO PNG MEAL Lead of the GCF project "PNG REDD-plus RBP for Results Period 2014–2016", the Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will lead the design, implementation and continuous improvement of the project's Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) System and Plan to ensure effective monitoring of project implementation, achievement of expected results, timely reporting, evidence-based decision-making, and compliance with FAO and Green Climate Fund (GCF) requirements.

Technical Focus

Monitoring, evaluation, results-based management, performance reporting, and data analysis for the implementation of the GCF-funded PNG REDD-plus Results-Based Payments (RBP) project, including the design and implementation of project M&E systems, monitoring of project performance, reporting, and compliance with FAO and Green Climate Fund (GCF) requirements.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Lead the monitoring and evaluating project outputs, outcomes and impacts through data collection, analysis and reporting, contributing to informed decision-making on climate-related interventions and ensuring alignment with GCF, UNSDCF, SDG, and CPF indicators.
• Design, validate and implement the project's Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Plan to enable tracking of progress towards project objectives, targets and results, in accordance with the Project's Logical Framework Matrix (LFM), Project Environmental and Social Management Plan, Gender Action Plan, and the Annual Work Plan.
• Support the monitoring and reporting of project budget implementation by providing relevant M&E data and analysis, as required.
• Manage and maintain the web-based Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) system, ensuring timely and accurate data collection, entry, validation, quality assurance, analysis, and reporting.
• Support the Project Management Unit (PMU) during the Project Inception Phase providing technical inputs and mainstreaming M&E elements into the updated Project Theory of Change and other relevant elements for the project implementation.
• Support the integration and maintenance of the project Logical Framework and relevant implementation information in the FAO Field Programme Management Information System (FPMIS), including providing inputs to facilitate updates on project implementation and budget information, as required by the Budget Holder.
• Identify and implement early warning mechanisms for risks and continuous improvement, anticipate potential implementation challenges and assess risk mitigation measures and adjustments to improve coordination and implementation at national and regional levels.
• Coordinate and support field monitoring missions undertaken by the PMU, Lead Technical Officer and Green Climate Fund representatives, ensuring documentation of findings, follow-up actions and lessons learn
• Support the National Coordinator in preparation of monitoring data, performance analysis and documentation required for the Project’s Annual Performance Report (APR) for the Green Climate Fund, as well as the Semi-Annual Progress Reports for the Project Board.
• Support the Communications Unit by providing data for the development of evidence-based communication products.
• Prepare materials and participate in external audit processes, the Mid-Term Evaluation, and the Final Evaluation of the Project, and design strategies to address recommendations and findings resulting from such audits and/or evaluations.
• Coordinate actions related to project completion and closure, including the timely resolution of outstanding commitments, final disposition of project assets, and submission of the final report.
• Coordinate with FAO's M&E officers at regional and headquarters levels and ensure compliance with FAO corporate monitoring standards and protocols from PNG Government and GCF.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• University Degree in Economics, Environmental Science, Forestry, Natural Resource Management, Development Studies, Project Management, Monitoring and Evaluation, Statistics, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in monitoring and evaluation, results-based management, or performance monitoring of development projects, preferably donor-funded programmes.
• Working knowledge (C1) of English.
• National of Papua New Guinea.

FAO Core Competencies

• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills

• Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions, is desirable.
• Extent and relevance of experience in working with intergovernmental bodies and multidisciplinary teams.
• Extent and relevance of experience in designing and implementing monitoring and evaluation systems for development programmes and projects.
• Extent and relevance of experience in results-based management, including the development of logical frameworks, indicators and results frameworks.
• Extent and relevance of experience in data collection, analysis, performance monitoring and preparation of donor reports, preferably for GCF, GEF, UN agencies or other international development partners.
• Extent and relevance of experience in using statistical software (e.g. R, STATA, SPSS) and other data analysis and visualization tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau, Excel) for monitoring, evaluation and reporting.
• Extent and relevance of experience using monitoring information systems and project management platforms, including FPMIS or similar systems.
• Experience working with GCF, GEF, UN or other international development projects is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with climate change, REDD+, forestry, natural resource management or environmental programmes would be an asset.
• Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining partnerships, including government institutions and agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to formulate, draft and finalize clear technical and policy documents, guidelines and manuals, in English.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse data, prepare technical reports, and communicate monitoring results to diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to present complex topics to a variety of technical and non-technical audiences.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing)
• Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted
• Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/
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HOW TO APPLY

• To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
• Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application

• Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/. These qualifications should be in alignment with the International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED) mappings.
• Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications
• Incomplete applications will not be considered
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• Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile
• We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.

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