Programme Analyst Monitoring & Evaluation

Job Description

UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person’s potential is fulfilled. UNFPA’s new strategic plan (2023-2027), focuses on accelerating progress towards the achievement of UNFPA’s three ‘transformative results’: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices.

In a world where fundamental human rights are challenged, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction. UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellent results.

Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

Advanced degree or equivalent in Demography, Population Studies, Mathematics and /or Statistics, Economics, Health Economics, Development Studies, Public Administration or other related social science field.

Knowledge and Experience:

Post-graduate training in monitoring and evaluation will be an added advantage;
At least two (2) years of professional experience in monitoring and evaluation and/or research;
Demonstrated ability to refine programme design and to ensure alignment of programme/project objectives to national priorities;
Experience in conducting Gender/GBV-related research is preferable;
Knowledge of rights-centred approaches and gender mainstreaming;
Extensive knowledge of Pakistan’s socio-cultural issues, legal provisions, and systems of administration;
Strong interest in development work, especially the mission of the United Nations Population Fund and dedication to the principles of the United Nations;

Knowledge of the UN system would be an advantage;
Excellent computer and information management skills, including mastery of current office software applications;
Proficiency in data analysis software (e.g Stata, SPSS or R) will be an added advantage;
Excellent writing and presentation skills.