KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority):

• Lead process monitoring, develop tools for data collection, produce regular monitoring reports, and contribute to donor and ad-hoc reporting through data analysis and visualization. Train staff and partners on monitoring tools and methodologies.
• Support the development of Monitoring, Review, and Evaluation plans aligned with the CSP and WFP standards. Manage evaluations ensuring high-quality reports, dissemination of findings, and integration into policy and programme decisions.
• Facilitate informed decision-making by creating user-friendly, informative products from monitoring and evaluation findings.
• Provide inputs to national and inter-agency monitoring and evaluation frameworks aligned with SDGs and UNDAF.
• Assist programme managers in maintaining AO monitoring systems compliant with MMR, SOPs, and CRF. Support mid-term and thematic reviews.
• Contribute to PDMs and corporate outcome surveys, including questionnaire design, budgeting, contracting, fieldwork, analysis, and reporting.
• Ensure integration of gender and protection in surveys with support from relevant units.
• Collaborate with AAP focal points to revise guidance and align with CFM for effective feedback and issue resolution.
• Assist Area Office leadership in addressing recommendations from M&E exercises through action planning and follow-up.
• Lead PLME staff, build capacity across WFP and partners, and deliver training for improved performance and results reporting.
• Support various units in documenting lessons learned, best practices, and areas for improvement.
• Perform other related tasks as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

Education: Advanced University degree in social sciences, statistics, development economics, performance management, monitoring and evaluation OR First University Degree with additional years of relevant work experience and/or training/courses.

Experience: At least one (1) year of professional experience with Advanced University OR first University Degree with a minimum of two (2) or more years of experience in monitoring and evaluation activities. Proficient in utilizing a range of quantitative and qualitative analytical tools and methods.

Language: Fluent knowledge (proficiency/level C) of English and Somali language.

Knowledge and Skills: 

• Proven experience in collecting and analyzing both quantitative and qualitative data to evaluate program performance.

• Competent in producing clear and concise monitoring and evaluation (M&E) reports.

• Meticulous and detail-oriented, with a strong emphasis on data accuracy and integrity.

• Effective in communicating M&E findings to various stakeholders.

• Skilled in identifying challenges and proposing evidence-based solutions.

• Knowledgeable about UN policies, rules, and procedures.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other data analysis tools.

This position is open for qualified Somali national candidates Only. Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. WFP offers female friendly spaces in the workplace.

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).

• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.

• Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language

• Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter

• Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time

• Please contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org in case you face any challenges with submitting your application

• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.