The Evaluation Planning and Performance Officer will support UNICEF's Evaluation Office (EO), specifically the Strategy, Planning and Operational Coherence (SPOC) team, in strengthening evaluation planning, performance monitoring, governance, policy implementation, and knowledge management across UNICEF's global evaluation function. The role contributes to implementing UNICEF's Global Evaluation Plan (2026-2029), improving evaluation systems and data management, supporting institutional learning, and ensuring effective coordination across headquarters, regional, and country offices.

Key Responsibilities
1. Planning, Monitoring and Performance Reporting
• Support annual evaluation planning and reporting processes, including the Annual Report on the Evaluation Function (AREF).
• Assist with preparation and monitoring of Costed Annual Workplans (AWP).
• Compile and analyze performance indicators, KPI reports, and portfolio monitoring data.
• Contribute to AI-driven initiatives, including testing and improving the "Ask EISI" platform. 2. Policy, Governance and Coordination
• Support implementation of the Evaluation Policy and related guidance.
• Coordinate inputs and documentation for the Evaluation Handbook.
• Prepare meeting materials, action trackers, and briefing notes for governance bodies.
• Facilitate engagement with regional, country, and external stakeholders. 3. Knowledge Management and Innovation
• Maintain repositories for planning, reporting, policy, and governance documents.
• Review and update evaluation-related policies, guidelines, and frameworks.




• Produce summaries, lessons learned, presentations, and knowledge products.
• Assist with improving evaluation information systems, digital tools, and quality assurance processes. 4. Operational Support
• Assist with workplan implementation reviews and budget-monitoring exercises.
• Maintain operational tracking systems for consultancy and procurement activities.
• Coordinate logistics and documentation for meetings, missions, and events. Requirements Education
• Master's degree in Public Policy, International Development, Evaluation, Public Administration, Development Studies, Economics, Management, Social Sciences, or a related field. Experience
• Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience in strategic planning, monitoring and reporting, evaluation support, policy coordination, governance, performance management, or related institutional functions.
• Strong analytical, reporting, organizational, and writing skills.
• Experience using AI tools for data analysis, information validation, harmonization, and research.
• Experience with data management, performance indicators, and institutional reporting processes. Languages
• Fluent English (required). UNV Benefits The assignment includes the standard UN Volunteer package, including a monthly living allowance (MLA), insurance, leave, and other entitlements according to UNV Conditions of Service. Current MLA: US$ 2,445 to US$ 2,995 Check out UNV's Entitlement Calculator on UVP, the Unified Volunteering Platform, and learn more. Application deadline: 16 November 2026

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