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- Prior to the mission, conduct preliminary research, compile documentation, and complete analysis in areas to be covered by the report;
- Plan, support and participate fully in the data collection mission in the country, including by taking a lead role in interviews in assigned areas of responsibility;
- With the support of the associate lead evaluator, ensure appropriate documentation of interviews undertaken in areas of assigned responsibility;
- Deliver high quality analysis of the effectiveness of UNDP programmes in assigned areas, under broad overall direction from the LE;
- Participation in the evaluation team’s meetings and analysis of key findings, conclusions and recommendations leading to the preparation of the final report.
MODE OF APPLICATION: APPLY ONLINE
Competencies
Functional competencies
- Strong analytical skills, including ability to quickly assess a diverse range of information with a discerning sense for quality of data; and
- Good mastery of information technology required for organized presentation of information.
Development and Operational Effectiveness
- Adhere to the principle of confidentiality and ethical code of conducts during the evaluation;
- Ability to work under pressure, multi-tasking skills; and
- Available to travel and conduct required analysis within the agreed timelines.
Corporate Competencies
Ability to work in multicultural and multidisciplinary teams, acting with professionalism, diplomacy, tact and courtesy.
Required Skills and Experience
Education
- Advanced degree or equivalent in a field relevant to the scope of the assignment, such as Evaluation, Economics, Social Sciences, Public Policy
Experience
- Evaluation skills and experience;
- Experience supporting and/or contributing to evaluation missions of international organizations
- Expertise in one of the following key focus areas of the Tanzania programme is advantageous: economic policy focused on pro-poor growth and poverty reduction; energy and extractives policy; legal sector reform and access to justice.
- Familiarity with UNDP or UN operations in Tanzania, advantageous.
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Language and other knowledge and skills:
Excellent proven oral and written communication skills in English.
Knowledge of Swahili is an advantage.
Application Instructions
Applicants are invited to upload as one combined document the following documents to the UNDP Jobs site:
- CV in the format known as P11;
- A completed Confirmation of Interest and Submission of Financial Proposal Form that indicates your daily rate for this consultancy;
- A short cover letter that highlights previous experience of high quality acaemic or applied research in evaluation and data collection, preferably in Tanzania and any experience related to inclusive growth and other UNDP areas of work.
Please note that the system can only accept one uploaded document therefore all documents must be combined into a single document for upload.
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.
