Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Organization: International Labour Organization (ILO)

Grade: NOA

Vacancy no.: ANKARA/DC/NO/2023/14

Publication date: 7 July 2023
Application deadline (midnight local time: 17 July 2023

Job ID: 10987

Department:  RO-EUROPE
Organization Unit: CO-ANKARA 
Location: Ankara, Turkey  
Contract type: FT 

Contract duration: 12 months with possible extension 

In order to support the best informed process in the filling of the above-mentioned vacancy, the ILO invites interested candidates to submit their application online by the above date. 

The following are eligible to apply: 

ILO Internal candidates in accordance with paragraphs 31 and 32 of Annex I of the Staff Regulations.
External candidates* 

The recruitment process for National Officer positions is subject to specific local recruitment criteria. The ILO may only offer a contract to persons who have a valid residency status and work permit in Turkey. 

Development cooperation appointments are not expected to lead to a career in the ILO and they do not carry any expectation of renewal or conversion to any other type of appointment in the Organization. A one-year fixed-term contract will be given at the first step of the grade. Extensions of development cooperation contracts are subject to various elements including the following: availability of funds, continuing need of the functions and satisfactory conduct and performance. 

Introduction 

The position will be funded under the Development Cooperation project “Strengthening Social Partners and Civil Society Capacities on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work”, The project is funded by the EU and linked to CPO TUR 101 (Outcome 1 -Strong Tripartite Constituents and Influential and Inclusive Social Dialogue). 

The overall objective of the project is to improve the respect for fundamental labour standards in the changing world of work. For reaching the intended aim, the project proposes a complementary two-pronged approach; i) enhancing the technical and advocacy capacity of social partners (SPs) and civil society organizations CSOs) on fundamental labour rights in the future of work, and ii) enabling social dialogue opportunities and the involvement of social partners and civil society organisations to enhance fundamental labour rights. 

Social partners (SPs) and civil society organizations (CSOs) in Türkiye are identified as the two target groups of the project.

The ILO will be operationally and technically responsible for the referred project which will be implemented and managed by the ILO in close cooperation SPs and civil society organizations (CSOs) in Türkiye.

The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will be the main responsible person for the smooth implementation of the project’s monitoring and evaluation related tasks according to ILO rules, donor requirements and in line with project cycle management principles, and undertake the duties and responsibilities detailed under Section 3.   

2.    Reporting lines:  

The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will report to the Senior Project Coordinator under the overall supervision of the Director of the ILO Office for Türkiye.

Description of Duties 

1.    Monitor the implementation of project activities using a results-based management approach of the ILO.
2.    Develop a performance monitoring framework, including data collection processes, sources, and addressing information gaps for effective measurement of indicators related to outputs, outcomes, and impact.
3.    Assist the Senior Project Coordinator in creating project work plans.
4.    Provide monthly progress reports on the project and respond to ad-hoc requests for updates.
5.    Collect data and information on project indicators and outputs, preparing and submitting progress reports to the project management team and Office Director.
6.    Coordinate the execution of evaluability assessment, mid-term independent evaluation, and final independent evaluation of the project, overseeing the work of the assigned expert responsible for carrying out these tasks
7.    Participate in the ILO's Evaluation Office network, collaborating with Regional Evaluation Officers, Departmental Evaluation Focal Points, Evaluation Managers, and other M&E Officers
8.    Provide necessary data and information to the Evaluation Office for High-level Evaluations conducted in Europe, as and when required by the project
9.    Monitor the quality, effectiveness, efficiency, and sustainability of activities, ensuring adherence to rigorous quality standards.
10.    Identify bottlenecks, risks, and suggest strategies for improving project efficiency and effectiveness.
11.    Develop and maintain a project risk register aligned with the Office's overall risk register.
12.    Ensure high-quality analysis and findings from monitoring activities are effectively communicated to internal and external stakeholders in a timely manner.
13.    Contribute to mandatory project progress reports and provide information for ad hoc reporting requests.
14.    Support impact assessments of project interventions and monitor the long-term impact as outlined in the project document.
15.    Monitor the work of implementing partners, contractors, service providers, and external consultants to ensure delivery of high-quality services/goods as per contractual agreements.
16.    Assist project staff with monitoring and evaluation (M&E) and result-based management (RBM) tools, providing support in their utilization.
17.    Assist in preparing briefs, background information, technical reports, periodic progress reports, and statistical data on the status of relevant project activities.
18.    Perform additional duties as assigned by Director of ILO Office for Türkiye and the Senior Project Coordinator.

Required qualifications

Education 

-    First level university degree in economics, statistics, social or mathematical sciences, or related fields.

Experience 

-    Minimum of two years of professional experience at the national level in monitoring and/or evaluation of development projects and programs, with a preference for experience in labor relations.
-    Experience in managing, monitoring and evaluation of EU-funded projects will be an asset.
-    Experience in implementing result-based management and collaborating with workers' and employers' organizations, as well as NGOs, will be an asset.

Languages 

-    Excellent command of English and Turkish both oral and written.  

Competencies
Among nine ILO core competencies, following competencies are particularly important for this position: Communication, Collaboration, Sensitivity and Diversity, Client orientation, Ability to organize work of own and others paying attention. 

-    Familiarity with program and budget administration, project evaluation concepts, and procedures.
-    Knowledge of the office's financial rules and regulations.
-    Strong understanding of the context and challenges related to the project areas of expertise.
-    Excellent analytical skills and ability to justify requirements and problem-solving approaches, as well as proficient drafting skills.
-    Ability to interpret project information, identify implementation issues, and conduct analysis.
-    Effective oral and written communication skills, with the ability to clarify information.
-    Demonstrated experience in collaborative teamwork and the ability to work effectively with a multicultural and interdisciplinary team, as well as independently.
-    Capacity to work independently, efficiently, and take initiative and responsibility.
-    Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
-    Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, web browsers, and database applications.
-    Good understanding of UN system monitoring and evaluation standards, methodologies, and result-based management (RBM) principles and concepts.
-    Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative methods for monitoring and evaluating socio-economic development programs and projects.

Recruitment process 

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form. To apply, please visit ILO People. The system provides instructions for online application procedures. Applicants will be contacted directly if slected for a written test and/or an interview. 

Depending on the location and availability of candidates, assessors and interview panel members, the ILO may use communication technologies such as Skype, Video, Zoom and teleconference, etc for the assessment and evaluation of candidates at the different stages of the recruitment process, including interviews. 

Fraud warning 

The ILO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process whether at the application, interview, processing or training stage. Messages originating from a non ILO e-mail account - @ilo.org - should be disregarded. In addition, the ILO does not require or need to know any information relating to the bank account details of applicants.

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