PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT OFFICER

Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located within the Evaluation Team, Policy Evaluation and Training Division, Department of Peace Operations (DPO). The incumbent will report directly to the Chief, Evaluation Team. ResponsibilitiesWithin delegated authority, the Programme Officer will be responsible for the following duties: • Participates in the development, implementation and management of the Comprehensive Planning and Performance Assessment System (CPAS) in peacekeeping operations; monitors and analyzes CPAS development and implementation; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and proposes corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and tracks follow-up actions. • Performs consulting assignments, in collaboration with the client, by planning and facilitating workshops, through other interactive sessions and assisting in developing the action plan the client will use to manage the change. • Researches, analyzes and presents information gathered from diverse sources. • Assists in policy development for CPAS, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of evaluations or other research activities and studies. • Undertakes survey initiatives; designs data collection tools; reviews, analyzes and interprets responses, identifies problems/issues and prepares conclusions. • Prepares various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc. • Provides substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., to include proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations, etc. • Undertakes outreach activities; conducts CPAS training workshops, seminars, etc.; makes presentations on assigned topics/activities. • Supports the day-to-day management of CPAS in peacekeeping missions, including providing guidance and technical support as requested. • Participates in or lead field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties and drafting mission summaries, etc. • Works with Headquarters and field counterparts to support the use of data and analysis to inform mandate delivery in a coordinated, integrated manner. • Coordinates activities related to budget and funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and prepares related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget, etc.). • Supports the integration of the CPAS with planning, performance assessment, and budgeting policies and processes, including the RBB. • Supports peacekeeping operations in their strategic communications through data-driven insights to demonstrate organizational impact, creating clear visualizations, and applying storytelling techniques to convey complex information. • Performs other duties as required. Competencies• Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to programme management, performance assessments and evaluations. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to conduct data collection using various methods. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. • Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. • Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. EducationAdvanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, management, economics or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceA minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management, evaluation of organizational performance, administration or related area is required. Experience conducting mission-level planning processes, including the development of results frameworks, facilitation of performance assessments, and the production of analytical reports for senior leadership or intergovernmental bodies, is required. Experience designing, producing, and presenting data-driven analytical products using MS Power BI, MS PowerApps, and SharePoint, specifically for performance assessment, planning, or reporting in peacekeeping settings, is required. Experience in strategic communication with a proven ability to leverage data-driven insights to demonstrate organizational impact, including requesting and interpreting relevant data, creating clear visualizations, and applying storytelling techniques to convey complex information effectively is required. Experience delivering large-scale training (both virtual and in-person) on impact assessment methodologies, ensuring stakeholders can apply frameworks and tools to measure organizational outcomes effectively is required. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. French is desirable. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).