UNDP Jobs - 44070- Consultant: Survey Specialist, Evaluation of the C

Consultant: Survey Specialist, Evaluation of the Contribution of the UNDP Global and Regional Human Development Reports to the Public Policy Process

Location :

Home-based with travel as necessary

Type of Contract :

Individual Contract

Starting Date :

17-Mar-2014

Application Deadline :

01-Mar-14 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

International Consultant

Duration of Initial Contract :

20-35 working days spread out within March - May 2014

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

March - May 2014 (3 months)

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

UNDP’s Independent Evaluation Office (IEO) is carrying out an ‘Evaluation of the contribution of UNDP Human Development Reports (HDRs).’ The evaluation will assess the contribution of global and regional HDRs to public policy process, for the period 2004-2013. The evaluation will be presented to the Executive Board of UNDP in the first regular session of 2015, and provide strategic inputs for strengthening the contribution of the Global and Regional HDRs in informing public policy.

The objectives of the evaluation are:

To ascertain the contribution of HDRs to public policy process, at the national, regional and global level;
To identify factors that explain contribution of HDRs;
To present key finding, conclusions and recommendations to inform management decisions.

The UNDP Independent Evaluation Office is seeking the services of a survey specialist to assist in the design of survey instruments as part of the data collection component of the evaluation. The assignment is for the position of survey specialist. The length of the assignment is between 20 to 35 days, depending on the scope of work. The consultant will work in close coordination with the Independent Evaluation Office.

Duties and Responsibilities

Scope of assignment

The survey specialist will design surveys for the evaluation in accordance with the requirements provided by the Independent Evaluation Office.

Timeframe

The data collection, analysis and written inputs by the consultant will take place during March 2014.

Competencies

Core Values:

Demonstrates integrity and fairness by modelling UN values and ethical standards;
Demonstrates professional competence and is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments observing deadlines and achieving results.

Functional competencies:

Excellent analytical skills;
Ability to work independently and as part of a small team, manage competing priorities and perform well under pressure;
Expertise in one or more development areas will be an advantage.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Have a Masters’ degree in social science or statistics.

Experience:

At least seven years of relevant experience;
Prior experience in designing surveys for development agencies.

Language:

Fluency in English. Fluency in other languages, advantageous.

Submission Details:

Applicants are invited to submit their CVs and include their expected daily rate for this consultancy.

Only short-listed candidates shall be provided with further details of the assignment. The consultants will be selected in accordance with procedures set out in the UNDP Procurement Guidelines and UNDP Financial Rules and Regulations. This expression of interest does not entail any commitment on the part of UNDP, either financial or otherwise. UNDP reserves the right to accept or reject any or all expressions of interest without incurring any obligation to inform the affected applicant/s of the grounds.