The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. The Multilateral Fund for the Implementation of the Montreal Protocol (MLF) supports projects to reverse the deterioration of the Earth”s stratospheric ozone layer and reducing consumption of high global warming hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). It was established in 1991 as the financial mechanism of the Montreal Protocol to assist developing countries (Article 5 countries in the language of the Protocol) in complying with their obligations under the Montreal Protocol. The Multilateral Fund is managed by an Executive Committee (ExCom) with an equal representation of seven industrialized and seven Article 5 countries that are elected annually by the Meeting of the Parties. The Committee reports every year to the Meeting of the Parties on its operations, and it is assisted by the Fund Secretariat, located in Montreal, Canada and administered by UNEP (www.multilateralfund.org). The position is based at the Montreal duty station. Under the supervision of the Chief Officer, and the guidance of the Executive Committee of the Multilateral Fund, the incumbent will perform the following duties:

1. Leadership and Strategic Management of the Evaluation Function: • Managing the evaluation unit, organizing, undertaking and supervising the evaluations, including the preparation of terms of reference for the evaluations to be conducted, the selection of consultants and service providers, and overseeing the follow-up on the implementation of evaluations’ recommendations and of the lessons learned; • Preparing the biennial work programme and budget for the evaluation function, for the review and approval of the Executive Committee, and reporting on their implementation; • Reviewing, as applicable, the evaluation policy, at least every five years, to keep abreast of the latest developments in the evaluation profession. 2. Coordination, Collaboration, and Knowledge Sharing: • Spearheading collaboration and coordination with the evaluation offices of the Multilateral Fund’s implementing agencies to explore options for joint evaluations on issues related to Multilateral Fund project implementation, or ad hoc consultations on evaluation related issues of mutual interest; • Following any Executive Committee request and/or guidance, and in cooperation with implementing agencies and their evaluation offices, preparing and updating guidelines and standard operation procedures to be applied in preparing thematic and programmatic evaluation of projects and activities supported by the Multilateral Fund to create a culture of evaluation and facilitate the use of evaluation products among the stakeholders; • Developing and updating the evaluation content of the Multilateral Fund’s knowledge management system and evaluation section of the website, ensuring the quality and accuracy of the evaluation-related information, including highlights on the results of the evaluation studies and the preparation of an annual evaluation newsletter; • Preparing and disseminating information on best practices, lessons learned, recommendations and successful results to the different stakeholders. 3. Evaluation Implementation, Reporting and Follow-up: • Evaluating the efficiency of processes of the Multilateral Fund and its implementing agencies, verifying that the evaluation standards approved by the Executive Committee are being applied to all facets of the development and delivery of evaluations; • Presenting evaluation reports to the Executive Committee including general and actionable recommendations which, when applicable, might include specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and time-bound (SMART) indicators to facilitate follow-up on their implementation; general recommendations may also be issued aiming at addressing more strategic aspects relevant to the work of the Multilateral Fund and its implementing agencies; • Preparing recommendations arising from evaluations for the consideration of the Executive Committee and upon its request, preparing potential management responses to evaluations; • Reporting to the Executive Committee on the performance of and lessons learned from projects approved under the Multilateral Fund at all stages of implementation, including analysis from project completion reports, based on experience from bilateral and implementing agencies through periodic reports in relation to Executive Committee policies and guidelines; • Leading team members” efforts to collect and analyze data and provide insight to identify trends or patterns for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. Ensuring that everyone can discover, access, integrate and share the data they need. 4. Undertaking any task, within his/her field of activity, that the Executive Committee may entrust to him/her.

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of international standards and practices in evaluation and respective evaluation methodologies; Ability to propose and formulate a strategic approach to evaluations within the overall framework of the relevant international instruments; Knowledge of the United Nations system evaluation standards and practices; Ability to evaluate policies, programmes and projects; Ability to produce reports, review and edit work of others ensuring accuracy in interpreting evaluation studies; Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management; Demonstrated ability to implement assessment techniques; Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis; Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. 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. COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. PLANNING AND 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. LEADERSHIP: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow. Empowers others to translate vision into results. Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives. Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support. Anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions. Drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo. Shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing. JUDGEMENT/DECISION MAKING: Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly. Gathers relevant information before making a decision. Considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them. Takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization. Proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information. Checks assumptions against facts. Determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision. Makes tough decisions when necessary.

Advanced university degree (Masters” degree or equivalent) in Social or Natural Sciences, Programme Evaluation, Public Administration, Engineering or related fields is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

Not available.

A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in evaluation of international projects, programmes and policies is required. Experience in managing evaluations in international organizations is required. Knowledge of evaluation methods is required. Experience in leading and managing evaluation teams of staff and consultants is required. Experience in oversight, strategic planning or results-based management is desirable. Experience in programme planning and implementation is desirable. Knowledge of the Montreal Protocol and its Multilateral Fund is desirable. Experience in the use of digital tools and artificial intelligence in evaluation is desirable. Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable. NOTE: ””Fluency”” equals a rating of ””fluent”” in all four areas (read, write, speak, understand) and ””Knowledge of”” equals a rating of ””confident”” in two of the four areas.

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

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