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UNOPS supports partners to build a better future by providing services that increase the efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability of peace building, humanitarian and development projects.  Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organizations.
The New York Portfolio Office (NYPO) supports the United Nations Secretariat, as well as other New York-based United Nations organizations, bilateral and multilateral partners in the delivery of UNOPS mandate in project management, infrastructure management, and procurement management.
The Sustainable Development Cluster (SDC) supports diverse partners with their peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations. It was formed by combining the following portfolios: Grants Management Services (GMS), UN Technology Support Services (UNTSS), Development and Special Initiatives Portfolio (DSIP) It provides Services to partners' programmes that are designed, structured, and managed with a global perspective and primarily serving partners that are headquartered in New York.  SDC has a footprint of approximately 125 countries..
UNOPS has signed an agreement to implement the project activities for the Small Grants Programme (SGP). The Global Environment Facility (GEF) Small Grants Programme (SGP) is implemented by UNDP on behalf of the GEF Partnership. As the responsible Executing Agency, UNOPS provides services to UNDP for administrative, financial and legal aspects of grantmaking and country operations.
SGP grant making promotes community-based innovation in addressing global environmental issues and improved, more sustainable livelihoods through initiatives led by civil society and community organizations, with special consideration for indigenous peoples, women, youth and persons with disabilities. SGP has supported over 29,000 community-based projects in over 127 countries in biodiversity conservation, climate change mitigation and adaptation, sustainable land management, protection of international waters, and sound chemicals and waste management. Over the years, SGP has developed extensive partnerships at global, national and local levels.
The advertised position is designed to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of the overall monitoring and evaluation and results management of the SGP at the global and country programme level and of its portfolio of grant projects. This includes key tasks associated with monitoring and evaluation, results-based management, learning, reporting and database and information systems management. The incumbent will provide technical support  for: (i) results management and performance measurement; (ii) database management and support; (iii) programme policy and strategy support. At the global level, the programme will be equipped to maintain smooth monitoring and evaluation processes, ensuring continued tracking of results and supporting adaptive management. It will also ensure timely reporting to donors, partners, and stakeholders through annual and thematic reports, while providing ongoing support to SGP country teams for effective management, monitoring, and reporting of portfolios, projects, and activities.
The incumbent will work as part of the Central Programme Management Team (CPMT), focusing on their technical role in M&E and Results-Based Management (RBM), while providing support for country programme management in SGP countries. This will include responsibility for supporting national staff, assisting with M&E processes, and contributing to knowledge management.
The incumbent of this position will be personnel of UNOPS, under its full responsibility.

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Purpose and Scope of Assignment: Under the direct supervision of the Global Man...
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*FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY*
*CANDIDATES WITH NO UNITED NATIONS OR UNOPS EXPERIENCE ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY*



Education
•	Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent), preferably in international development, environmental policy, environmental or ecosystem management, natural or social sciences or information science, public policy, business administration or related field with two (2) years of relevant experience is required. OR
•	First-level university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent), preferably in international development, environmental policy, environmental or ecosystem management, natural or social sciences or information science, public policy, business administration or related field in combination with four (4) years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced university degree. 
Required Experience
•	Relevant experience is defined as experience working in monitoring and evaluation, results management and project planning is required, preferably in the field of environment and sustainable development.
•	A proven track record of excellence in quantitative and qualitative measurement, reporting, analytic and learning systems and their application to project planning and management, is required. 
•	Experience with data analysis and database management is required.
•	Experience with report drafting is required.
Desirable experience (the following experience is optional candidates who do not have it are welcome to apply):
•	Work experience in an international organization is desirable.
Language
•	Fluency in English (read, write, speak) is required.
•	Spoken and written fluency in French and/or Spanish is desirable.
•	Knowledge of another UN official language is an asset.
Other relevant Skills
•	Advanced proficiency in Excel, including expertise in formulas and pivot tables, is required.
•	Excellent written and communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and effectively, are required.
•	Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and generate insights, are required.
•	Ability to work effectively across different time zones and cultures is essential. 
•	Basic knowledge of Python is desirable.