Senior Evaluation Officer(P4)
JOB DETAIL
This selection exercise may be used to generate a roster of pre-approved candidates to address future staffing needs for similar functions in any of the Departments and Offices of the Organization.
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please note that the closing date for submission of applications is indicated in local time as per the time zone of the applicant’s location.
Organizational Setting
The Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) comprises four main functional areas: internal audit, investigation, management services and programme evaluation. In accordance with its Charter, OIOS provides the Director General and IAEA managers with objective, independent and systematic assessments for the purposes of improving the efficiency and effectiveness of programme delivery, and ensuring accountability, sound governance, risk management and internal control, and good management practice.
Main Purpose
As a member of the Programme Evaluation Group, under the general direction of the Director of OIOS, the Senior Evaluation Officer conducts evaluations of IAEA programmes, policies, services or functions, and participates in the continuous development and improvement of professional evaluation methods and practices in OIOS.
Role
The Senior Evaluation Officer is 1) a project manager for evaluation projects, generally responsible for planning and conducting evaluation assignments of mid- and high- complexity; 2) a methodical analyst, conducting evaluations and preparing recommendations for streamlining the work of the respective programme or functional areas in order to enhance their relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, impact and sustainability; and 3) a communicator, reporting on evaluation findings and formulating both oral and written conclusions and recommendations, as well as requesting and following up on actions in response to the recommendations.
Functions / Key Results Expected
- Conduct and manage independent evaluations in accordance with the professional standards required by the OIOS Evaluation Policy and by the UNEG Norms and Standards as applicable to the Agency. Evaluations may relate to programmes, policies, services and/or functions of the Agency.
- Manage evaluation projects by effectively planning, implementing and finalizing evaluation assignments on time and within budget; and identifying and supervising evaluation consultants/experts as appropriate to support each evaluation. This may include coordination of and participation in field missions and/or evaluation team meetings.
- Promote useful and impactful evaluations by contributing to the development of an evaluation work programme based on an analysis of the IAEA’s strategies, programmes and projects; report to management on findings, conclusions and recommendations, as well as requesting responses to recommendations and monitoring the related actions.
- Contribute to the development and review of evaluation-related guidance, systems, procedures and tools; and help ensure the overall quality of OIOS evaluations by promoting evaluation good practices and conducting peer reviews of colleagues’ evaluations.
- Promote the OIOS evaluation function within the IAEA when opportunities arise, such as through in-house training, networking, evaluation consultations, or communication events.
- Perform other duties as required.
Competencies and Expertise
Core Competencies(Competency Framework)
| Name | Definition |
|---|---|
| Communication | Communicates orally and in writing in a clear, concise and impartial manner. Takes time to listen to and understand the perspectives of others and proposes solutions. |
| Achieving Results | Takes initiative in defining realistic outputs and clarifying roles, responsibilities and expected results in the context of the Department/Division’s programme. Evaluates his/her results realistically, drawing conclusions from lessons learned. |
| Teamwork | Actively contributes to achieving team results. Supports team decisions. |
| Planning and Organizing | Plans and organizes his/her own work in support of achieving the team or Section’s priorities. Takes into account potential changes and proposes contingency plans. |
Functional Competencies
| Name | Definition |
|---|---|
| Client orientation | Helps clients to analyse their needs. Seeks to understand service needs from the client’s perspective and ensure that the client’s standards are met. |
| Commitment to continuous process improvement | Plans and executes activities in the context of quality and risk management and identifies opportunities for process, system and structural improvement, as well as improving current practices. Analyses processes and procedures, and proposes improvements. |
| Judgement/decision making | Consults with supervisor/manager and takes decisions in full compliance with the Agency’s regulations and rules. Makes decisions reflecting best practice and professional theories and standards. |
Required Expertise
| Function | Name | Expertise Description |
|---|---|---|
| Internal Oversight | Programme/Project/Country Evaluation | Ability to identify evaluation needs; in-depth knowledge of and experience in designing evaluations; and applying qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis methods. |
| Management and Programme Analysis | Project Management | Ability to develop realistic work plans based on assessed risks and appropriate evaluation scope, and to coordinate and supervise evaluation processes including managing relevant stakeholder groups. |
| Internal Oversight | Quality Management | In-depth knowledge of state-of-the-art management and programme evaluation concepts, notably in line with UNEG Norms and Standards. |
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
- Master’s Degree – Advanced university degree in social science, political science, engineering, economics, or other related field.
- Minimum of seven years of relevant professional experience in evaluation, project management and/or programme implementation.
- Prior experience in supervision and coordination of work of consultants and experts.
- Minimum of three years of relevant experience at the international level.
- Excellent oral and written command of English. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an asset.
Remuneration
The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at US $84672 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 33869*, dependency benefits, rental subsidy, education grant, relocation and repatriation expenses; Other benefits include 6 weeks’ annual leave, home leave travel, pension plan and health insurance. More information on the conditions of employment can be found at: https://www.iaea.org/about/employment/professional-staff/conditions
General Information
- The IAEA’s paramount consideration in the recruitment of staff member is to secure employees of the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity.
- Staff Members shall be selected without any unfair treatment or arbitrary distinction based on a person’s race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, age, language, social origin or other similar shared characteristic or trait.
- The IAEA is committed to gender equality and to promoting a diverse workforce. Applications from qualified women and candidates from developing countries are strongly encouraged.
- Applicants should be aware that IAEA staff members are international civil servants and may not accept instructions from any other authority. The IAEA is committed to applying the highest ethical standards in carrying out its mandate. As part of the United Nations common system, the IAEA subscribes to the following core ethical standards (or values): Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for diversity.
- The IAEA has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and the IAEA, including sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.
Evaluation process
- The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the selection criteria stated in the vacancy announcement. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information. Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise, which may be followed by a competency-based interview.
- Candidates under serious consideration for selection may be subject to reference and background checks as part of the recruitment process.
Appointment information
- Appointment is subject to a satisfactory medical report.
- Staff members may be assigned to any location.
- Candidates appointed to posts in the Professional and higher categories are subject to IAEA rotation policy and their maximum tour of service shall normally be seven years.
- The IAEA retains the discretion not to make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade or with a different contract type, or to make an appointment with a modified job description or for shorter duration than indicated above.
