Project Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting Analyst [Open to internal and external applicants]

The UNDP Rule of Law Programme in Pakistan seeks a Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting Analyst to provide technical leadership and support in programme monitoring, evaluation, data management, learning, and reporting. The role focuses on establishing and maintaining robust systems to track progress against results frameworks, ensuring data quality, supporting evaluations, and delivering timely, evidence-based reports. The Analyst will collaborate with institutional partners and team members to strengthen results-based management and promote gender-responsive monitoring, with special attention to women and vulnerable populations. This position supports the Programme’s broader goal of enhancing access to justice and security services across Pakistan, particularly for marginalized groups, in alignment with government reforms and commitments.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead the design and implementation of an integrated Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) plan, including development of indicators, baselines, targets, and data flow systems to monitor programme results effectively.
- Operationalize and refine key performance indicators (KPIs) and assess progress against targets, identifying evidence-based adjustments as needed.
- Establish and maintain databases and data management systems, ensuring data collection methods, quality assurance, and reporting arrangements meet programme standards.
- Conduct quality assurance activities, manage data validation, and undertake field monitoring as required.
- Develop data visualization tools, dashboards, and analytical products to support decision-making and communicate programme performance.
- Lead preparation and coordination of programme and donor reports, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with corporate and donor requirements.
- Provide analytical inputs for programme planning, implementation reviews, and strategic decision-making based on monitoring, evaluation, and research data.
- Support the synthesis and use of evaluation findings to identify trends, lessons learned, and emerging priorities for adaptive management.
- Strengthen data quality assurance mechanisms and conduct periodic reviews to ensure accuracy and reliability of monitoring information.
- Provide technical guidance and capacity-building support to team members and partners on results-based management, data collection, and analysis.
- Coordinate and provide technical leadership for evaluations, assessments, surveys, and research initiatives, ensuring methodological rigor and quality assurance.
- Promote gender-responsive and inclusive evaluation approaches, including disaggregated data analysis and consideration of vulnerable populations.
- Advise senior management on programme performance, monitoring risks, and areas requiring corrective action.
- Maintain organized records and documentation to facilitate programme management, reporting, and learning.
- Perform other duties as necessary to support the efficient functioning of the Programme and UNDP.

Required Qualifications

- Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Monitoring and Evaluation, Statistics, Economics, International Development, or Management Science. A Bachelor’s degree with additional qualifying experience may be considered.
- Minimum two years of relevant professional experience with a Master’s degree or four years with a Bachelor’s degree in monitoring and evaluation, results-based management, research, or data analysis, preferably within rule of law, justice, or security sector reform programming.
- Proven experience in developing and managing results frameworks, indicators, baselines, and M&E plans.
- Strong skills in designing and applying quantitative and qualitative monitoring tools and data collection methodologies.
- Experience in data management, quality assurance, analysis, and interpretation of programme results.
- Demonstrated ability to prepare and coordinate high-quality programme or donor reports consolidating inputs from multiple stakeholders.
- Fluency in English and Urdu is required.

Preferred Qualifications and Additional Information

- Experience coordinating or managing evaluations, surveys, or research assignments, including methodological review and quality assurance, is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with results-based management and the use of M&E evidence for programme learning and adaptive management.
- Experience developing terms of reference and managing consultants or research service providers.
- Skills in statistical analysis, data visualization, and business intelligence tools such as Power BI or Tableau are advantageous.
- Experience working with government administrative data and institutional monitoring systems is desirable.
- Background in rule of law, justice, security, governance, or related development programming is highly valued.
- Prior work experience with UNDP, UN agencies, or international organizations is an asset.

UNDP is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All candidates are expected to uphold UNDP’s standards against harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority. Multiple candidates may be selected, and applications may be retained for similar roles. Candidates are encouraged to use AI responsibly during the recruitment process. UNDP does not charge any fees at any stage of recruitment.