Under the supervision of the Chief of PME with a secondary reporting line to the Programme Manager (RISE Programme), the Planning and Monitoring Specialist serves as the evidence producer and MEL operations manager for RISE. Working collaboratively with the UNICEF RISE programme team, the role establishes and maintains a fit-for-purpose management information system (MIS) in collaboration with the institutional MIS contractor; coordinates routine and periodic data collection with partners; analyzes monitoring data to produce decision-ready briefs for UNICEF and partner decision making; facilitates learning and adaptive management processes across the Consortium; and ensures field monitoring and partner reporting support programme quality and accountability.
The specialist ensures all RISE MEL processes (data collection, analysis, reporting, learning) are conducted ethically, with safeguarding and data protection standards met, and are responsive to both donor requirements and operational programme needs.
Key Functions and Accountabilities
MEL Framework and Systems: Oversee and maintain fit-for-purpose monitoring, evaluation, and learning frameworks and MIS.
Data Management, Quality Assurance, Data Reviews & Reporting: Oversee data quality assurance, data reviews, and produce routine and periodic reporting/decision briefs.
Field Monitoring and Verification: Coordinate routine field monitoring and partner reporting across decentralized settings.
Learning, Adaptive Management & Evaluations: Facilitate learning events, adaptive management processes, and evaluations across the Consortium.
Capacity Building & Technical Support: Provide technical support and capacity development to programme partners and staff.
Qualifications and Experience
Education: Master or equivalent (Advanced University Degree) in Education, Social Sciences, Statistics, Economics, Public Administration, Information Management, Monitoring and Evaluation, or related fields.
Work Experience: At least 5 years of relevant work experience in Monitoring and Evaluation, Data Analytics, Programme Coordination, Results-based Management, Programme Reporting, or related fields.
Skills: Coordination, data systems, writing skills, editing skills, planning, organizational skills, analytical & synthesis skills, accountability, drive to achieve results, ability to manage ambiguity.
Languages: Fluency in English is required.
Desirable Qualifications
Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language.
Experience working with large programmes, preferably with a strong monitoring and learning component.
Experience coordinating field monitoring and partner reporting in decentralized settings.
Experience in supporting learning for adaptive programming and management.
Relevant experience in a UN system agency or international organization.
Knowledge and familiarity with UNICEF programme processes and reporting expectations.
Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates can apply online through the application portal at UNICEF Careers.
