UNDP Jobs - 93597- 01 international consultant to conduct a terminal

01 international consultant to conduct a terminal evaluation of the project Conservation of Critical Wetland Protected Areas and Linked Landscapes (A-200803)

Location :

Homebased with mision to Hanoi, Vietnam

Type of Contract :

Individual Contract

Starting Date :

14-Sep-2020

Application Deadline :

08-Sep-20 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

International Consultant

Duration of Initial Contract :

20 working days

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

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 Vietnam is seeking for 01 International Consultant to conduct a terminal evaluation of the project Conservation of Critical Wetland Protected Areas and Linked Landscapes (20 working days)

Please visit the link for detail Procurement Notice:

https://procurement-notices.undp.org/view_notice.cfm?notice_id=69362

Duties and Responsibilities

The International Consultant together with national consultant will be conducted according to the guidance, rules and procedures established by UNDP and GEF as reflected in the Guidance For Conducting Terminal Evaluation of UNDP-Supported, GEF-Financed Projects.

The objectives of the evaluation are (1) to assess the achievement of project results, and (2) to draw lessons that can both improve the sustainability of benefits from this project and aid in the overall enhancement of UNDP country programme 2017 – 2021 (CPD), One Strategic Plan 2017-2021 (OSP), and recommendations for the new Programming Period.

Competencies

Relevant experience with results-based management evaluation methodologies;
Experience applying SMART indicators and reconstructing or validating baseline scenarios;
Competence in adaptive management, as applied to biodiversity;
Experience in evaluating projects;
Experience working in Asia Pacific Region;
Experience in relevant technical areas of wetland conservation, biodiversity conservation, and other relevant areas such as climate change and land degradation for at least 10 years;
Demonstrated understanding of issues related to gender and biodiversity; experience in gender responsive evaluation and analysis;
Excellent communication skills;
Demonstrable analytical skills;
Project evaluation/review experience within United Nations system will be considered an asset;
Experience with implementing evaluations remotely will be considered an asset.

Fluency in written and spoken English.

Required Skills and Experience

Education
Master’s degree or higher in Environment, Natural Resources, and/or other closely related field;