Policy Specialist, Performance Monitoring and Analytics

Job title:

Policy Specialist, Performance Monitoring and Analytics

Company

United Nations Development Programme

Job description

Ensure data analytics and evidence-based research to inform decision making

• Perform analytics and research based on corporate performance, data and other evidence focused on the UNDP SP and its IRRF in order to inform senior management decision making.
• Network with analysts in BPPS, SPGP the Global Policy Centers, CRU, BERA and RBx on performance models and analyses for the best possible products and to facilitate dynamic exchange of ideas to generate innovative new approaches to data capture, analysis and research on results and performance.
• Support the production of strategic materials (briefs, proposals and/or position papers) for senior management (e.g. OPG/EG) on data analysis and evidence on performance and results with recommendations and advice on what this means for UNDP’s performance and approaches.
• Keep abreast of what other agencies and organizations are doing in the areas of business analytics and performance monitoring, methods and systems to inform UNDP’s research agenda.

Ensure data analysis, monitoring and reporting on performance against the Strategic Plan

• Contribute to the design, collection, modeling, aggregation and statistical analysis of data relating to performance against the Strategic Plan (e.g. against the SP Integrated Results and Resources Framework and associated instruments: Theories of Change, indicators and Methodological Notes, etc.)
• Contribute to data collection, modeling, aggregation and statistical analysis of data from a variety of other organizational sources (e.g. ROARs, evaluations, results to resources, surveys, assessments etc.), to learn lessons, draw conclusions and provide results for learning and for performance management, reporting and responding to findings from external surveys and assessments.
• Contribute to strategic and analytical guidance to senior management on strategic decisions to improve strategic planning and programme management to achieve results, effectiveness and efficiency.
• Liaise with IRRF outcome and output indicator focal points, regional bureau focal points, country offices and SCIG etc., on indicator design / disaggregation, data collection and analysis to ensure timely, efficient and consultative inputs into performance analytics, monitoring and reporting products.

Ensure organizational support on data analysis and performance monitoring

• Support field offices in indicator design and reporting for programme resources and results within the Country Programme Document.
• Contribute to the design and roll-out of training courses, events and materials to enhance the capacity of staff to internalize, apply and manage RBM tools (e.g. indicator development, data collection and analysis methods, monitoring etc.) to the best standards.

Other duties:

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

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: NoneCompetenciesCoreAchieve Results

• LEVEL 3: Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, have lasting impact.

Think Innovatively

• LEVEL 3: Proactively mitigate potential risks, develop new ideas to solve complex problems.

Learn Continuously

• LEVEL 3: Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons, diversify experiences.

Adapt with Agility

• LEVEL 3: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands.

Act with Determination

• LEVEL 3: Think beyond immediate task/barriers and take action to achieve greater results.

Engage and Partner

• LEVEL 3: Political savvy, navigate complex landscape, champion inter-agency collaboration.

Enable Diversity and Inclusion

• LEVEL 3: Appreciate benefits of diverse workforce and champion inclusivity.

People Management:

• UNDP People: Management Competencies can be found on the dedicated

.Cross-Functional & Technical competencies: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.

Business Management – Portfolio Management

• Ability to select, prioritise and control the organization’s programmes and projects in line with its strategic objectives and capacity
• Ability to balance the implementation of change initiatives with regular activities for optimal return on investment.
• Knowledge and understanding of key principles of project, programme, and portfolio management.

Digital – Data analysis

• Ability to extract, analyse and visualize data to form meaningful insights and aid effective decision making.

Digital – Data storytelling and communications

• Skilled in building a narrative around a set of data and its accompanying visualizations to help convey the meaning of that data in a powerful and compelling fashion.

Digital – Machine learning

• Skilled in computer algorithms that improve automatically through experience and by the use of data

Programme & Policy – Effectiveness

• IRRF design, implementation and monitoring

Programme & Policy – Effectiveness

• ROAR

Required Skills and Experience:Education:

• Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Statistics, Social Sciences, International Development, or other related development field is required. OR
• A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the areas mentioned above, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years (with master’s degree) or 7 years (with bachelor’s degree) of professional work experience providing policy advice and programme support in the area of data collection, processing and reporting and statistical modeling, in the international development arena is required.
• At least 3 years of professional work experience in managing an organizational accountability framework, including designing, data collection, analysis and reporting is required.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office suites, especially MS Excel, is required.
• Demonstrated statistical programming proficiency in STATA is required.
• Proficiency in natural language processing (NLP) algorithms is required.
• Proficiency in Generative Pretrained Transformer prompt engineering and Microsoft Azure API workflow is required.
• Solid experience in using data visualization tools, particularly Power BI, is required.
• Programming skills in Python is required.
• In-depth understanding of UNDP’s Strategic Plan and Integrated Results and Resources Framework architecture is preferred.
• Familiarity with international development statistics systems and key development partners is preferred.
• Proven track record of strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex information to non-specialist audience is preferred.

Language Requirement:

• Fluency in English is required.
• Working knowledge of another UN language is preferred.

Please note that continuance of appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period.DisclaimerUnder US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.

Expected salary

Location

New York

Job date

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 05:44:22 GMT

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