Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting Analyst [Open to internal and external applicants] @ UNDP

Tiered Approach

In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby:

• Tier 0: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.
• Tier 1: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments
• Tier 2: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers
• Tier 3 or no tier indicated: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates

Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.

• 2. Project Description

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) DRC Country office is part of the United Nations system working to support the country’s development agenda. Its overall aim is to ensure that people attain a better standard of living through sustainable development. To achieve this goal, UNDP’s work is anchored on the Global Development Agenda, also known as the Sustainable Development Goals with the target date of 2030, is guided by the United Nations Development Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF 2025-2029), the UNDP Strategic Plan and the Country Programme Document (CPD 2025-2029). UNSDCF and CPD are developed and implemented in coordination with the Government, civil society and development partners.

The work of UNDP DRC office is guided by the recently developed UNSDCF, which describes the collective vision and response of the UN system to the Government of DRC development priorities outlined in the National Strategic Development Plan (PNSD 2024 – 2028), and the CPD, through its “Output 4.2: Equitable access to clean, sustainable, and affordable energy and energy services for populations in rural and peri-urban areas is improved”.

The overall goal of the project is a sustainable, carbon-neutral living environment in rural areas, achieved by improving energy access and promoting sustainable energy production and consumption in Kwango Province. To reach this goal, the project pursues two outcomes. First, it aims to increase the use of renewable energy in the target area, mainly through a solar photovoltaic mini grid in Kenge serving the General Referral Hospital, nearby households, SMEs and public facilities. Second, it aims to strengthen capacities related to carbon neutrality and renewable energy within national and provincial institutions and local communities, laying the foundation for wider renewable energy deployment in the DRC.

The Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting Analyst will work under the strategic guidance and direct supervision of country office. He/she promotes a collaborative, client-focused, quality, strategic, and results oriented approach to all tasks; and works in close collaboration with monitoring and Evaluation Unit and project teams in the Country office and other relevant stakeholders.

• 3. Scope of Work

Under the direct supervision of the Energy Programme Manager, the Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting Analyst will work in close collaboration with Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Development Pilar colleagues, the Country office Monitoring and Evaluation Unit, and other relevant stakeholders and will have the following duties and responsibilities:

1.Ensure effective monitoring of the project results

• Develop an M&E plan for the project to ensure effective and efficient implementation of the project and to ensure that activities and outputs result in positive outcomes.
• Develop/update project monitoring tools including forms, questionnaires, check lists etc.
• Undertake regular field trips to the project sites and provide monitoring reports on progress.
• Perform data monitoring and analysis as per Project’s Results Framework having ensured triangulation of qualitative, quantitative and impact level data and prepare relevant reports.
• Develop/update the project dashboard analytical tool and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Monitor overall progress of the project and ensure tracking performance through the collection of appropriate and credible data and other evidence on achievement of results.
• Analyse evidence to inform management decision-making, improve effectiveness and efficiency, and adjust programming as necessary.
• Participate in annual project reviews and planning workshops and assist the Project Manager in preparing relevant reports.
• Prepare Issues Log and Risk Log for the project.
• Prepare and maintain a database to track progress on the project’s indicators and targets.
• Provide input and update information related to progress project outcome in UNDP.
• Provide support in the drafting of ToRs for Baseline and End-line project evaluation.
• Assist international and local evaluators to conduct mid-term and final evaluations of the project.
• Provide technical inputs in the review of outputs by consultants hired under the component activities

2.Ensure effective report writing

• Provide inputs, information and statistics for quarterly, annual and other reports.
• Provide support to the Programme Manager by drafting high-quality project-related and donor reports, consolidating data, and ensuring adherence to donor reporting standards
• Liaise with the UNDP Country office relevant teams and provide requested inputs for the corporate strategic reports.
• Prepare materials for the outreach activities.
• Conduct synthesis of the works, reports and other outputs of consultants and sub-contractors involved in the Project

3.Facilitate capacity building and knowledge sharing:

• Organize and conduct training on M&E for the project and government-relevant stakeholders if needed.
• Closely work with project personnel and provide support, when necessary, on the topics related to M&E.
• In coordination with Project Manager to develop scale-up proposal of best practices of the project;
• Effective support to the establishment of showcase to external stakeholders on progress made and impacts delivered
• Provide support with other tasks required by the pillar and the office in M&E and reporting
• Provide support in ensuring donor visibility in close collaboration with the Country Office Communications Team, in strict compliance with the UNDP and donor's visibility guidelines.

The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organisation

• 4. Institutional Arrangement

The Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting Analyst will work under the direct supervision of the Energy Programme Manager and in close collaboration of the Country office monitoring and evaluation unit.

• 5. Competencies

Core

Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline

Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements

Learn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback

Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible

Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident

Engage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships

Enable

Diversity and Inclusion

LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies

Thematic Area Name Definition

Business Management - Monitoring and Evaluation: Ability to systematically monitor results of strategies, programmes, and activities with a view to make sure that they are being implemented effectively; Ability to provide managers and key stakeholders with regular feedback and reporting on the consistency or discrepancy between planned activities and programme management and results.

Ability to make independent judgment of the management and results of strategies, programmes and activities based on set criteria and benchmark, keeping in mind the needs and concerns of client, current and upcoming. Knowledge and understanding of monitoring and evaluation frameworks, concepts, methodologies, systems, processes, and tools. Ability to make an independent judgement based on set criteria and benchmarks. Ability to anticipate client's upcoming needs and concerns.

Business Management Results-based Management Ability to manage the implementation of strategies, programmes, and projects with a focus at improved

performance and demonstrable results. Knowledge and understanding relevant theories, concepts, methodologies, instruments, and tools.

Partnership Management Resource Mobilization Ability to identify funding sources, match funding needs (programmes/projects/initiatives) with funding opportunities, and establish a plan to meet funding requirements

Business Management Risk Management Identify and organize action around reducing, mitigating and proactively managing risks Finance Audit Risk Management Ability to address risks and audit issues raised in the course of an audit and propose solutions in order to ensure a true and fair audit opinion is achieved

Business Management Communication Communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience.

Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels

Business Direction and Strategy System Thinking Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system

• 6. Minimum Qualifications of the Successful IPSA

Min. Education requirements

• Advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in Business Administration, Public Administration, Monitoring and Evaluation, Economics, Finance, or related field is required. or
• A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the areas stated above, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree

Min. years of relevant work experience

• Minimum of 2 years (with master’s degree) or 4 years (with bachelor’s degree) of progressively relevant working experience in the field of monitoring and evaluation is required.

Required skills

• Proven experience in collecting, analysing, synthesizing and interpreting data is required;
• Proven experience in production of high-quality reports is required
• Proficiency and proven experience in the use of Microsoft Office suite (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required.

Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section

• Proven experience and sound understanding of the development context of the DRC in general, and energy-related issues in particular, would be an asset.
• Previous professional experience in least developed countries (LDCs), developing countries, fragile and crisis-affected countries would be an asset.
• Previous experience working with KOICA or Korean development Institutions would be an asset.
• Relevant experience in the field of renewable energy or climate change would be an asset.
• Proven experience in developing infographics, online surveys, and presentations would be an asset.

Required Language(s)

• Fluency in English is required.
• Working knowledge of Korean is desired.
• Working knowledge in French is desired.

Professional Certificates

• 7. The following documents shall be required from the applicants:
• a) Personal CV or P11, indicating all past positions held and their main underlying functions, their durations (month/year), the qualifications, as well as the contact details (email and telephone number) of the Candidate, and at least three (3) the most recent professional references of previous supervisors. References may also include peers.
• b) A cover letter (maximum length: 1 page) indicating why the candidate considers him-/herself to be suitable for the position.
• c) Managers may ask (ad hoc) for any other materials relevant to pre-assessing the relevance of their experience, such as reports, presentations, publications, campaigns or other materials.

Equal opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination.

UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.

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