Job Purpose and Organizational Context

UNDP has been supporting the Nepalese people in their struggle against poverty since it opened an in-country office in 1963. Much of this support has gone to building up the capacity of government agencies, civil society and community groups to fight poverty, and to bringing these groups and Nepal's development partners together to design and implement successful projects to contribute to the achievement of Nepal’s development objectives.

In parallel to the roll-out of its new Country Programme, 2018-2022, UNDP Nepal is reorganizing internally and moving towards strategically repositioning UNDP’s contributions in support of the Sustainable Development Goals and collaboration with national development partners.  Nepal is transforming itself in a federal state as per its new Constitution which has implications for how UNDP engages with national and sub-national authorities.  Meanwhile, Nepal’s GNI continues to grow, making graduation from LDC status a scenario for which UNDP needs to begin planning and adapting to different models of development cooperation.

In this context, under the guidance of the Country Director and the day-to-day direct supervision of the Deputy Country Director, the Results Based Management Analyst provides analytical support and provision of high level technical support and advisory for Results Based Management, planning, monitoring and evaluation. S/He contributes to the design, management, implementation and use of evaluations commissioned at the country office and helps to prepare trainings to improve the skills and practices in RBM, Planning, Results Oriented Monitoring and Development Evaluation. S/He ensures programme and project compliance to corporate requirements and contribute to the implementation and reporting of the UNDP Country Programme and the United Nations Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) priorities and results.

Functions / Key Results Expected

Improves design/planning and implementation of Results Based Management in Programme and Project Development, focusing on the achievement of the following results:

1. Effective support to the CO Programme Units in application of UNDP´s corporate Results Based Management tools and systems into project document design, which includes governance, resilience and disaster preparedness, livelihoods and economic growth, gender empowerment and social inclusion.
2. Facilitation of Internal Project Appraisal Committee (IPAC) and Local Project Appraisal Committee (LPAC), in coordination with the Strategic Engagement Team colleagues, Portfolio Analysts, Implementing Partners and stakeholders.
3. Provision of support to the programme level results-planning, monitoring and reporting and coordinate CO inputs to the corporate systems such as the Strategic Plan Integrated Results and Resources Framework (IRRF), CO Business Plan, and the CO Integrated Work plan.
4. Effective support on the development and implementation of a framework for proper monitoring of indicators as designed in the Country Programme Document (CPD) results framework, re-adjust targets and monitor progress. Prepare inputs to the CPD reporting processes such as Country Programme Outcome Boards, Annual Reviews and UNDAF outcome group reports.
5. Effective preparation, coordination of input from Programme and Operations Units, compiling and drafting inputs to corporate planning and reporting tools, such as the CO Business Plan, Integrated Work Plan (IWP), the Results-Oriented Annual Report (ROAR), Gender Equality Strategy etc.

1. Undertaking desk research searching for relevant data in support of IRRF updates, outcome reporting and the CPD Monitoring & Evaluation framework updates in collaboration with the Programme Units and data source agencies.

Ensures effective coordination and implementation of the evaluation policies in the Country Office, focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Effective facilitation in the planning, preparation and management of thematic & country programme evaluations
• Drafting Terms of Reference (TOR) for specific project/thematic/sectoral evaluation missions and/or desk evaluations/reviews, participate in selection of consultants and evaluation teams, provide technical feedback on evaluations.
• Provision of guidance on implementation of UNDP evaluation policies, procedures and practices to programme managers, UNDP CO staff concerned with evaluation, consultants and/or members of the evaluation team.
• Provision of technical advice at the design stage of programmes/projects setting up a framework with defined indicators at the design stage to facilitate the evaluation at the later stages.
• Effective coordination and support the organisation of evaluation missions for development projects, sectoral/thematic evaluations or desk evaluations/studies on selected sectors/themes.
• Follow up on implementation of evaluation recommendations. Ensuring the optimal use of evaluations by providing guidance in preparation of timely management response to all mandatory evaluations and by developing a communication plan.

1. Reviewing past evaluation and ROARs in order to identify lessons learned and advising Programme team on Results Oriented M&E strategies/plans, including Results-Oriented Annual Report (ROAR).

Facilitates knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the area of Results Based Management and evaluation, focusing on achievement of the following results:

 Undertaking desk research on RBM training and liaise with the internal network of experts in order to help develop training materials on RBM, planning and M&E specific to the needs to the region and COs.

1. Identification and documentation of key lessons derived from evidence monitoring, reviews and evaluations on what works, what does not work.
2. Active contribution to the development and adaptation of tools and guidance as well as training materials and manuals in RBM and evaluation and support their use for capacity development of CO staff.
3. Improved capacity of the CO in the adoption and use of RBM techniques and tools, as well as other corporate quality assurance tools.
4. Active contribution to relevant knowledge networks and communities of practice and dissemination of network information;

1. Active coordination and facilitation for results-oriented monitoring and evaluation trainings in the Country Office.

Competencies and Selection Criteria

Description of Competency at Level Required

(For more comprehensive descriptions please see the competency inventory)

In this section list all core competencies as well as the most relevant technical/functional competencies the role will require along with the appropriate level.  A Detailed list of competencies can be accessed through the following link: https://intranet.undp.org/unit/ohr/competency-framework/SitePages/Home.aspx

Core

Innovation

Ability to make new and useful ideas work

Level 4: Adept with complex concepts and challenges convention purposefully

Leadership

Ability to persuade others to follow

Level 4: Generates commitment, excitement and excellence in others

People Management

Ability to improve performance and satisfaction

Level 4: Models independent thinking and action

Communication

Ability to listen, adapt, persuade and transform

Level 4: Synthesizes information to communicate independent analysis

Delivery

Ability to get things done while exercising good judgement

Level 4: Meets goals and quality criteria for delivery of products or services

Technical/Functional

Detailed list of competencies can be accessed through https://intranet.undp.org/unit/ohr/competency-framework/SitePages/Home.aspx

 and hiring managers are encouraged to familiarize themselves for more information

Results-Based Management

Ability to manage programmes and projects with a strategy aimed at improved performance and demonstrable results

Level 4: Apply & Adapt: Contributes skills and knowledge with demonstrated ability to advance innovation and continuous improvement, in professional area of expertise

Resource Mobilization

Ability to identify and organize programmes and projects to implement solutions and generate resources

Level 4: Apply & Adapt: Contributes skills and knowledge with demonstrated ability to advance innovation and continuous improvement, in professional area of expertise

Development and Operational Effectiveness

Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting.

Level 4: Apply & Adapt: Contributes skills and knowledge with demonstrated ability to advance innovation and continuous improvement, in professional area of expertise

Management and Leadership

Builds strong relationships with clients; consistently approaches work with energy and positive attitude

Level 4: Apply & Adapt: Contributes skills and knowledge with demonstrated ability to advance innovation and continuous improvement, in professional area of expertise

Learning and Development

Knowledge of enterprise learning and development issues, concepts, and principles, and ability to apply them to enhance the fulfillment and performance of employees

Level 4: Apply & Adapt: Contributes skills and knowledge with demonstrated ability to advance innovation and continuous improvement, in professional area of expertise

Recruitment Qualifications

Education:

Master’s Degree in Accounting and Finance, Business, Public Administration, Economics.

Experience:

Up to 2 years of relevant experience at the national and international level in providing management advisory services and/or managing staff and operational systems. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems.

Language Requirements:

Proficiency in English and Nepali.

Workforce Diversity:

UNDP is committed to achieve workforce diversity (in terms of nationality, minority groups, caste/ethnic groups, persons with disability etc.) and has a policy to have gender balance among staff at all levels.  Qualified female candidates and candidates particularly from disadvantaged and socially excluded groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

All applications will be treated with highest confidentiality.