Purpose of the Consultancy
In line with the 2024 UNFPA Evaluation Policy, country offices are encouraged to conduct Country Programme Evaluations (CPEs) at least once every two programme cycles.
UNFPA Jordan will conduct a Country Programme Evaluation (CPE) to assess the performance of its 10th Country Programme (2023โ2027). The evaluation will review the programmeโs achievements, identify enabling and constraining factors, and provide actionable recommendations for the next cycle.
UNFPA Jordan is seeking a Young and Emerging Evaluator (YEE) to support the Evaluation Manager and team throughout the CPE process.Scope of Work / Key Tasks
The YEE will participate in all phases of the evaluation โ Preparation, Design, Fieldwork, Reporting, and Dissemination โ in accordance with the UNFPA Evaluation Handbook and related guidance on engaging youth in evaluations.
Under the supervision of the Evaluation Manager, the YEE will:
Support drafting notes, managing data, reviewing documents, and communicating with stakeholders.
Assist with organizing meetings and logistics related to CPE activities.
Prepare PowerPoint presentations, graphs, tables, and diagrams.
Support data collection and contribute to data analysis.
Assist in disseminating evaluation results to stakeholders.Duration and Working Schedule
6 months โ from November 2025 to April 2026.Place of Work
The YEE will work on-site at the UNFPA Jordan Country Office.
Non-Jordanian applicants must hold a valid work permit to work in Jordan.Deliverables and Work Modalities
The YEE will work closely with the evaluation team throughout the assignment, contributing to specific evaluation tasks.
A detailed work plan with key deliverables and timelines will be agreed upon at the start.
Deliverables will be submitted electronically through UNFPAโs designated platforms.
All outputs will be reviewed and validated by the CPE Manager.Monitoring and Reporting
The YEEโs work will be supervised daily by the CPE Manager.
Weekly updates (oral or written) will summarize progress and challenges.
Formal progress reports will align with evaluation milestones and UNFPA templates.
Payments will be released upon approval by the CPE Manager.Supervision
The YEE will report to the CPE Manager and Evaluation Team Leader.Expected Travel
Travel may be required during the fieldwork (data collection) phase, as determined by the evaluation plan.Required Qualifications and Competencies
Bachelorโs degree in development studies, population studies, economics, monitoring & evaluation, social sciences, public health, or a related discipline. Certificate in evaluation or equivalent qualification. Less than 5 years of experience in monitoring & evaluation, research, or social studies in international development. Strong analytical, organizational, and writing skills. Teamwork and communication abilities. Proficiency in ICT and data visualization tools. Familiarity with UNFPA or UN systems is an asset. Strong motivation to grow as an evaluation professional within the national evaluation capacity framework. Fluent in written and spoken English and Arabic. Inputs / Support Provided by UNFPAOffice space and utilities at UNFPA Jordan Country Office.
Note: The YEE must have their own laptop.