National/International Consultant End-of-programme performance & process evaluation of the UN Joint Prog on Social Protection Phase II/Planning Monitoring & Evaluation, Lusaka Zambia 2.5 months 592702

Contract Duration - 2.5 months Working arrangement: Remote + Travel UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence. At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling. UNICEF is a place where careers are built. We offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. TERMS OF REFERENCE The overall objective of the evaluation is to assess whether UNJPSP-II delivered its intended results efficiently and through effective joint programming mechanisms, and to generate evidence to inform future UN joint programming in social protection. If you would like to know more about this consultancy, please review the complete Terms of Reference here: Terms of Reference UNJPSPP II Evaluation TMC0001562.pdf Minimum requirements: Advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in Social Policy, Economics, Development Studies, Public Policy, Public Administration, or a related field (required). ENGLISH for everything At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in social protection systems, including policy frameworks, delivery mechanisms, and institutional arrangements at national and sub-national levels (required). Demonstrated experience leading or contributing to programme and/or policy evaluations, preferably for large-scale development programmes, with a focus on social protection or related sectors (required). Strong knowledge of results-based management, including logframe design and analysis, theory-based evaluation approaches, and the application of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods evaluation methodologies (required). Proven analytical and report-writing skills, with the ability to synthesize complex technical, financial, and qualitative information into clear, evidence-based findings and actionable recommendations (required). Experience assessing joint, multi-agency, or multi-donor programmes, including coordination, governance, and division-of-labour arrangements, is a strong asset. Mandatory familiarity with value-for-money concepts and efficiency analysis in development programmes is an advantage For every Child, you demonstrate... UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status. UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance. UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially. Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents via the online recruitment portal, TMS (Talent Management System): An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV) Cover letter A separate financial proposal (upload the Financial proposal UNJPSPP II Evaluation.docx to be completed) Remarks: UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information. All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here. Apply To This Job