PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT ADVISOR (PROGRAMME LEARNING AND M&E) (RETAINER)

Myanmar is one of UNOPS’ leading offices in Asia, acting as fund manager for some of the largest development programmes in the country, namely the Access to Health, the Livelihood and Food Security Fund (LIFT), the Joint Peace Fund (JPF), EU Nexus Mechanism, and the SECO funded UN Trade Cluster Fund.
In addition, UNOPS is Principal Recipient for the Global Fund in Myanmar and for the Global Fund’s regional artemisinin-resistance initiative targeting drug resistant malaria in the greater Mekong sub-region.
UNOPS also provides procurement, infrastructure and project management services to a wide range of organizations in the country, including international development partners, other UN agencies, NGOs and INGOs.
UNOPS plays a critical role in ensuring that the quality of services provided to its partners meets stringent requirements of speed, efficiency and cost effectiveness.
Background Information - Job-specific The Joint Peace Fund (JPF) entered a second multi-year cycle on 1 January ....
The Joint Peace Fund (JPF) entered a second multi-year cycle on 1 January .
It operates under a UNOPS-only management, delivers on a revised strategy and Results Framework to guide the work of JPF in an operating environment that remains volatile, hazardous, and extremely difficult for civil society organisation (CSO) partners to navigate.
JPF seeks to enhance its understanding and ability to report on the outcomes of its work and its partners, and to ensure its Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) systems are aligned with the available resources and attuned to the difficult operating environment.
With rapid context changes, JPF  continuously reviews its MEL system to ensure it remains in-sync with evolving conflict dynamics.
The Programme Management Advisor (Retainer) will provide ad hoc, needs-based technical and facilitation support in the implementation and continuous improvement of JPF’s MEL system, as well as capacity strengthening of the JPF team and implementing partners on MEL.
This is a home-based position with mission travel to areas of operations, when required.
Please note that, for a home-based position, UNOPS will not provide a laptop or any other ICT equipment.
The successful candidate must have access to a reliable internet connection and the necessary ICT equipment to perform the duties of the position.
Functional Responsibilities The Programme Management Advisor (Retainer) will provide technical support and a...
The Programme Management Advisor (Retainer) will provide technical support and advice to JPF FMO programme team in the FMO's implementation of the JPF's results framework and MEL system.
They will work under the overall direction of the Deputy Fund Director and in close collaboration with the FMO's Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist.
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Strategic support to Programmes Design and development of new programmes or projects (Theory of Change, Log frame development).
Programme quality initiatives (need assessment, training or workshop development/coordination).
Reviewing and providing strategic advice related to programme design and theories of change, measurement framework, log frames and/or indicators on proposals submitted to the Fund Management Office (FMO).
Support with reviews or complications of data/evidence for advocacy positions.
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Technical leadership on MEL systems Developing and updating effective Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEL) systems for (a) actions supported by the Fund and (b) the Fund's own performance.
Providing technical advice into the design, implementation and improvement of MEL systems, policies, processes.
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Technical advisory support to the implementation of projects Designing baseline, mid-term and final evaluation surveys using a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods.
Ensuring adequate feedback to/from Fund beneficiaries on data and analyses.
Overseeing data compilation, analysis and reporting processes to measure progress and achievements.
Reviewing implementing partners’ internal MEL systems and needs, and providing advice as required.
Conducting and/or overseeing survey and other studies’ implementation and analysis.
Reviewing and providing strategic advice related to program design and theories of change, measurement frameworks, log frames and/or indicators on proposals submitted to the Fund Management Offices.
Supporting monitoring and evaluation missions commissioned by the Fund Board or the FMO.
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Learning and Knowledge management Development of Learning and Knowledgement Management (LKM) frameworks, guidelines and approaches.
Providing technical assistance and capacity development to implementing partners to ensure participation in the Programme’s M+E and LKM processes and an adequate flow of information and data.
Ensuring the incorporation of M+E and LKM findings into relevant programme reports and providing recommendations to the Fund Board.
Maintaining a detailed knowledge of all relevant issues impacting his/her specific / relevant field.
Competencies Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and ex...
Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization.
Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization.
(for levels IICA-2, IICA-3, LICA Specialist- 10, LICA Specialist-11, NOC, NOD, P3, P4 and above) Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same.
Upholds organizational and ethical norms.
Maintains high standards of trustworthiness.
Role model for diversity and inclusion.
Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit.
Collaborates and supports the development of others.
For people managers only.
Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.
Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first.
Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).
Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal.
Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas.
Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them.
Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.
Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment.
Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements.
Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior.
Performance is consistent, even under pressure.
Always pursues continuous improvements.
Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions.
Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks.
Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.
Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner.
Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others.
Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge.
Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.
Education/Experience/Language requirements Education.
A Master's Degree, preferably in Peace and Conflict, Social Scie...
Education.
A Master's Degree, preferably in Peace and Conflict, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Development, or a related field is required.
A Bachelor's Degree in the similar areas with two (2) additional years of working experience is considered equivalent.
Work experience.
A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in programme development, programme management, or monitoring and evaluation (M&E) is required.
Demonstrated and significant work experience in or on the Myanmar context is required.
Demonstrated experience working on M&E in the context of peacebuilding and conflict transformation projects implemented in Myanmar is an asset.
Experience in designing and implementing M&E systems for adaptation and learning is required.
Experience in training and capacity in M&E is an asset.
Experience in outcome harvesting, working with learning agendas, and peer review is a strong asset.
Previous successful involvement with, and good knowledge of, NGOs and civil society is desired.
Experience with the M&E of multi-donor trust-funds is desired.
Language Requirement.
Full working knowledge of English is essential.
Basic knowledge of Burmese is an asset.
Contract type, level and duration Contract type.
Retainer - International Individual Contractor Agreement (IICA) C...
Contract type.
Retainer - International Individual Contractor Agreement (IICA) Contract level.
International ICA-3 Contract duration.
Not more than 200 working days within a 12-month period This is a home-based position with mission travel to areas of operations, when required.
Please note that, for a home-based position, UNOPS will not provide a laptop or any other ICT equipment.
The successful candidate must have access to a reliable internet connection and the necessary ICT equipment to perform the duties of the position.
If the successful candidate resides in their home country or a country of permanent residence, they may be subject to a Local Individual Contractor Agreement (LICA).
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Additional Information Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
Applic...
Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity.
Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures,  languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities.
UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply.
These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process.
If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.
Terms and Conditions  For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
For retainer contracts, you must complete a few mandatory courses (they take around 4 hours to complete)  in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS.
Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract.
Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers.
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All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks.
In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel.
Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.