The conflict in Yemen has brought the economy to a near collapse and made Yemen one of the poorest and most food insecure countries in the world. The high level of food poverty is of particular concern. The conflict has destroyed livelihoods and with that, the ability to purchase food. It has also caused major disruptions in the food supply chain and increases in the price of imported foods, which Yemen is heavily reliant on, resulting in substantial increases in food prices. Hunger, food insecurity and malnutrition are among the most pressing and overwhelming challenges faced by the country at present, at a scale that is not being fully met by national authorities and the international development and humanitarian communities. The high dependence on food imports, for most households combined with high food prices and significantly reduced income earning has resulted in low food access. Climate change is further exacerbating the existing challenges and negatively impacting all dimensions of food security. The COVID-19 continues its spread across the world and negatively impacting food supply chains and food trade and contributing to the sharp food price increases in Yemen as well. Fishery programme has two main projects in response to the protracted conflict and crisis, the first one is based on a partnership established between UNDP and the World Bank to implement the Project on Sustainable Fishery Development in Red Sea and Gulf of Aden (SFISH). This partnership aims to serve as a scalable platform that offers a combination of complementary short and medium-term instruments to build the resilience of Yemeni households to cope up with the different crises in Yemen. The SFISH project will support income generation and promote sustainable production and commercialization of fishery products to improve the food and nutrition security of Yemeni households, their ability to continue livelihoods in the fishery sector and improve their economic well-being and promote climate-smart practices to strengthen the resilience. It has two major technical components: 1) Strengthening regional collaboration in management of marine fisheries and aquaculture in the RSGA region. 2) Improving economic opportunities, food security and effective management of fishery production in Yemen. The second project is based on a partnership established between UNDP and the KfW to implement the Aden Fishery Harbour (AFH) Project with immediate objectives of the Fishery Harbour Rehabilitation and Value Chain Development in Aden project is to rehabilitate the fish harbour at Hajif, to restore the minimum requirements for re-launching operations, productivity and establishing effective management of the harbour. Furthermore, the project will contribute to employment creation, especially for youth and women and mobilize fish value chain actors whose livelihoods depend on sustainable fish production and processing but have been greatly affected by the conflict leading to distorted fish supply and value chain, to help them contribute to the food security and economic recovery in Yemen. UNDP Yemen now seeks to hire a Monitoring and Evaluation Officer to provide results-based project management for these projects and other projects under the fishery programme based in Aden. Duties and Responsibilities Under the guidance and direct supervision of the International CTA/Project Manager, the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will be responsible for the following: 1. Ensure project monitoring and evaluation with focus on measuring progress towards results. 2. Provide technical support to ensure all required M&E information is incorporated in designing, implementation and monitoring of Annual Work Plans; 3. Ensure effective management of project monitoring and evaluation activities/processes. 4. Manage project monitoring and evaluation information and data for quality reporting. 5. Ensure knowledge building and management in the areas of monitoring and evaluation. 6. Actively support Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment The incumbent of the position should avoid any kind of discriminatory behavior including gender discrimination and ensure that: Human rights and gender equality is prioritized as an ethical principle within all actions; Activities are designed and implemented in accordance with “Social and Environmental Standards of UNDP”; Any kind of diversities based on ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, class, gender are respected within all implementations including data production; Differentiated needs of women and men are considered; Inclusive approach is reflected within all actions and implementations, in that sense an enabling and accessible setup in various senses such as disability gender language barrier is created; Necessary arrangements to provide gender parity within all committees, meetings, trainings etc. introduced. The M&E Officer will report directly to the CTA/Project Manager and will be in close coordination with the National Coordinators, the Project Management Specialist and other project team. The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. Institutional Arrangement The M&E Officer will report directly to the CTA/Project Manager and will be in close coordination with the National Coordinators, the Project Management Specialist and other project team. Competencies Core Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements Learn Continuously LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback Adapt with Agility LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible Act with Determination LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident Engage and Partner LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships Enable Diversity and Inclusion LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination People Management (Insert below standard sentence if the position has direct reports.) N/A UNDP People Management Competencies can be found in the dedicated site. Cross-Functional & Technical competencies (insert up to 7 competencies) Thematic Area Name Definition Business Development Integration within the UN Ability to identity, and integrate capacity and assets of the UN system, and engage in joint work. Knowledge of the UN System and ability to apply this knowledge to strategic and/or practical situations Business Management Monitoring Ability to provide managers and key stakeholders with regular feedback on the consistency or discrepancy between planned and actual activities and programme performance and results Business Management Evaluation Ability to make an independent judgement based on setcriteria and benchmarks. Ability to anticipate client's upcoming needs and concerns Business Development Knowledge Generation Ability to research and turn information into useful knowledge, relevant for context, or responsive to a stated need Partnership Management Relationship Management Ability to engage witha wide rangeof public and private partners, build, sustain and/orstrengthen working relations, trust and mutual understanding 2030 Agenda: Engagement & Effectiveness Effectiveness Programming principles & standards and development effectiveness principles. Required Skills and Experience Education requirements Advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in Development/Development Studies, Economics, Statistics, Business Administration/Management, Public Administration, or related field is required; or A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree. Min. years of relevant work experience Applicants with Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field of study are not required to have professional work experience. Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) are required to have a minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience at the national or international level in monitoring and evaluating programmes/projects in the field of development, crisis prevention and recovery and/or humanitarian settings. Required skills Proven experience in managing statistical tools and analysis such as SPSS. Excellent experience in the implementation of monitoring and evaluation framework Experience in the use of computers, office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and web-based management systems, and advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages. Good knowledge of results-based planning, monitoring, reporting; evaluation and programme/project management M&E training experience. Experience in developing practical guidance and tools on M&E activities including M&E data management. Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section Demonstrated strong experience in accountability and learnings Proven experience in developing capacities of partner and stakeholders on statistical analysis, DHIS, POWERBI, KOBOTOOL Box. Proven experience in managing the MIS and data management. Knowledge of UN system programming is desirable. M&E experiences in UNDP and/or other UN agencies are desirable; Knowledge of UNDP programme management procedures and policies, including experience with Atlas (Resource Management System) is an asset. Required Language(s) Fluency in English and Arabic, both written and oral is required Equal opportunity As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all. 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Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants. IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates. Organizational Context and Scope: Under the overall supervision of the Senior Programme Coordinator (Protection) and the direct supervision of the Programme Officer (Reporting and Information Management), with technical oversight from the Programme Manager (Protection), the Programme Assistant will support monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL) and reporting activities for the Protection Unit, covering IOM’s field operations in Aden, Marib, Sana’a, and the West Coast. The Programme Assistant will contribute to evidence-based programming by strengthening the accuracy, timeliness, and quality of MEAL processes. The incumbent will also play a key role in ensuring effective data collection, analysis, and dissemination, supporting robust internal and external reporting and information management aligned with donor, organizational, and coordination requirements. Core Functions / Responsibilities: 1.Collect, consolidate, and validate data from field offices and implementing partners, ensuring the accuracy and consistency of beneficiary figures, services delivered, and Means of Verification (MoVs). 2. Ensure regular and structured information flow across field teams, implementing partners, and programme leadership to maintain alignment and data integrity. 3. Monitor progress against project indicators and timelines; track performance metrics and assist with the development and regular updating of dashboards and tracking tools. 4. Conduct routine data analysis to identify trends, risks, and gaps; escalate concerns to the Programme Officer and propose data-driven improvements. 5. Support the development and rollout of MEAL tools and methodologies, ensuring their relevance to Protection programming and alignment with IOM MEAL standards. 6. Contribute to the implementation of MEAL activities, including data collection, assessments, and verification processes; conduct field monitoring visits to assess MEAL compliance and provide technical support to field teams. 7. Support the drafting of high-quality reports, situation updates, and data visualizations for internal stakeholders, donors, and coordination forums, ensuring clarity and relevance. 8. Maintain secure and organized record-keeping and data management systems, including SharePoint and other platforms, ensuring compliance with data protection and confidentiality standards. 9. Support general operations troubleshooting and problem-solving. 10. In coordination with the Programme Officer, facilitate trainings and capacity-building on reporting and MEAL procedures for Protection field teams, fostering a culture of accountability and learning. 11. Perform other related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications and Experience Education: University degree from an accredited academic institution preferably in administration, statistics, information management, international relations, or any other relevant field, with three years of relevant professional experience. Experience: Demonstrated experience in MEAL, data and information management, and reporting within humanitarian or protection-related programmes or related fields. Strong experience in project implementation and management and using data to support planning and decision-making. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (particularly Excel) and other data analysis tools. Experience supporting field-based teams in complex humanitarian contexts is a strong asset. Prior experience working with the UN or international NGOs in Yemen or the region is advantageous. Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and present findings clearly. Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities with attention to detail. Proactive and flexible, able to work independently under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Ability to easily analyse data to identify trends, anticipate challenges, and strategize action. Client-oriented profile and ability to positively respond to feedback. High degree of professionalism, discretion, and accountability. Strong interpersonal and intercultural communication skills. Dedication to contributing to a supportive work environment and positive working relationships. Dedication to creating a respectful office environment free of harassment and retaliation and promoting the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA). LANGUAGES For all applicants, fluency in English and Arabic is required (oral and written). Required Competencies Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 1 Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results. Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes. Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate. Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work. Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way. VALUES Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion. Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct. Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges. Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance. Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated. Other Internals of the Organization and NMS candidates will be considered as first-tier candidates. This vacancy is also open to second-tier candidates. The appointment is subject to funding confirmation. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. Females with the above qualifications are encouraged to apply. As part of the application process, all candidates, regardless of the type or duration of the contract, must disclose any known relative who works for IOM or is engaged with IOM in any capacity. Non-compliance with the relative disclosure requirement can constitute a basis for withdrawal of offer of employment, or if the employment has begun, terminating the employment contract and/or disciplinary action.
Background Since 2015, Yemen has been experiencing one of the world's worst protracted humanitarian and development crises. GDP per capita declined from USD1,557.6 in 2014 to USD 650.3 in 2022 (World Bank). The war has caused government fragmentation, severe economic decline, food insecurity, damage to infrastructure, the collapse of essential services, and 4.5 million people are estimated to remain displaced (OCHA 2023). As per the 2024 Humanitarian Response Plan, 18.2 million people – more than half of the entire population - require some form of humanitarian aid and protection, over 17.6 million people were food insecure. Due to the conflict and other factors, Yemen has increasingly relied upon food imports to feed its people. The Port of Aden under the Yemen Gulf of Aden Ports Corporation (YGAPC) and the Port of Mukalla under the Yemen Arabian Sea Ports Corporation (YASPC) form essential maritime facilities aiding humanitarian activities in Yemen. The ports serve as the main gateway for all cargo entering Yemen. The Port of Aden receives around 50 ships per month carrying fuel, food (90 per cent of Yemen’s food is imported), construction materials and other goods. The Port of Mukalla, in 2020, was handling 40,000 TEU per year. Both ports have been affected by the protracted conflict and lack of maintenance. Due to the absence of investment, spare parts, maintenance, and outdated systems for port operations, both ports have limited capacity to handle incoming vessels, leading to excessive anchorage and berthing times. This initiative intends to enhance anchorage and berthing capacities at the Ports of Aden and Mukalla by reducing average monthly waiting times. The project aims at strengthening the operational capacity of the Ports of Aden and Mukalla through the rehabilitation of damaged facilities and procurement of necessary parts and equipment to contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of humanitarian assistance to the Yemeni population. UNDP Yemen seeks to hire an Operations Associate to support the implementation of the project described above. Duties and Responsibilities Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager, the Operations Associate will provide support and services ensuring high quality, accuracy, and consistency of work. She/He will work in close collaboration with the project staff, operations, and programme as required to exchange information and support project delivery as guided by the Project Manager. Key Functions: Assist and support the project team through compiling information with the procurement processes including preparation, and conduct of Requests for Quotation (RFQ), Invitation to Bid (ITB) or Request for Proposal (RFP), receipt of quotations, bids, or proposals, their evaluation, negotiation of certain conditions of contracts in full compliance with UNDP rules and regulations. Assist the project team with the purchase of materials for the project through the procurement department and the preparation of purchase orders and contracts, ensuring their accuracy, completeness, and clarity. Ensure that all POs are duly prepared and dispatched, and that timely corrective actions are taken on POs with budget check errors or other issues. Where applicable, ensure that procurement processes consider gender-responsive criteria and promote equitable participation of suppliers, including women-owned and gender-inclusive enterprises Support and assist in the logistics preparation of training sessions, events, workshops, meetings, and other activities pertaining to project work, ensuring that these activities are planned and implemented in a gender-sensitive manner, promoting inclusive participation, and addressing the specific needs of all genders. Perform financial duties related to the implementation of the activities for the programme development and submit progress financial reports to UNDP in accordance with the reporting schedule. Support in the programme tasks as the Secretariat for the Projects’ Board (calling for meetings, preparing and distributing an agenda, steering discussions, writing the minutes of meetings, following up on decisions, keeping members informed on progress, etc.), ensuring that all communications and processes are gender-sensitive and promote inclusive participation and representation of all genders in decision-making Financial resources management: Contribute to the management of the project’s components financial resources including the preparation/updates of the projects` work and budget plans, record keeping, accounting, and reporting by the key Implementing Partners; share accountability and prepare all necessary financial reports to accompany the project's quarterly and annual work plans and reports by participating fully in the process of quarterly and annual planning of the programme activities. The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization Competencies Core Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements Learn Continuously LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback Adapt with Agility LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible Act with Determination LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident Engage and Partner LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships Enable Diversity and Inclusion LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination Cross-Functional & Technical Competencies: Thematic AreaNameDefinition Administration & Operations Documents and records management Overall document (hard or electronic) management; registry and retention policy including storing and archiving. Administration & Operations Events management (including retrerats, trainings and meetings) Support office with event management including venue identification, accommodation, logistics, catering, transportation, and cash disbursements, etc. Business Management Customer Satisfaction/Client Management Ability to respond timely and appropriately with a sense of urgency, provide consistent solutions, and deliver timely and quality results and/or solutions to fulfil and understand the real customers' needs. Provide inputs to the development of customer service strategy. Look for ways to add value beyond clients’ immediate requests. Ability to anticipate client’s upcoming needs and concerns. Business management Digital Awareness and Literacy Ability and inclination to rapidly adopt new technologies, either through skilfully grasping their usage or through understanding their impact and empowering others to use them as needed. Business Management Communication Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience. Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate Channels. Business management Working with Evidence and Data Ability to inspect, cleanse, transform and model data with the goal of discovering useful information, informing conclusions and supporting decision-making. 2030 Agenda: People Gender UNDP’s Gender Equality Seal Initiative Required Skills and Experience Education requirements Minimum of Secondary education or; Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, or related filed will be given a due consideration but not a requirement. Min. years of relevant work experience At least 7 years relevant experience associated with secondary education is required or at least 4 years of relevant experience associated with university degree is required in the operations or any relevant related field is required Required Skills Proven ability in work plan preparation. Excellent and demonstrated communication, consultation, negotiation, and writing skills Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and knowledge of automated procurement. Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section Previous experience with UNDP or other UN organizations would be a strong advantage. Proven organizational, financial, inventory, and budgetary skills as well as familiarity with financial and technical rules, regulations, and procedures relevant to budget management, implementation, and optimal cost recovery is an advantage. Good working knowledge of and demonstrated ability in project management. Experience in the use of (Resource Management Systems) such as Atlas and/or Quantum. Required Language(s) Fluency in both written and spoken English and Arabic required. Professional Certificates NA > Equal opportunity As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all. 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