Reporting, Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Specialist – Philanthropic Partnerships (Home-Based)

UNDP in the Arab States region; New York (NY); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UNDP seeks an experienced Reporting, Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Specialist for its Philanthropy Team to manage impact-oriented reporting for diverse partnerships remotely. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in donor reporting and strong data analysis skills, contributing to the strategic planning and evaluation efforts within a team dedicated to sustainable development outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree with 7+ years of relevant experience or Bachelor's Degree with 9+ years of experience.
• Proven experience in donor reporting and results-based management frameworks.
• Fluency in English required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain monitoring systems for philanthropic partnerships.
• Prepare analytical reports and coordinate reporting templates.
• Track partnership activities, including financial and programmatic results.

Skills

Data analysis

Reporting

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Master's Degree in International Development, Public Administration, Economics, or Political Science

Tools

PowerBI

CRM

Grants management systems

Job description

Reporting, Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Specialist – Philanthropic Partnerships (Home-Based)

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This position is home-based. Candidates are not required to work from the US and can work from anywhere.

Job Overview

The Bureau for External Relations and Advocacy (BERA) leads UNDP's strategic relationships and partnerships. The Philanthropy Team within BERA focuses on collaborations with foundations, donor groups, and high-net-worth individuals to achieve sustainable development outcomes. We seek an experienced Reporting, Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Specialist to manage impact-oriented reporting of these partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain monitoring systems and tools for philanthropic partnerships.
• Track partnership activities, including financial and programmatic results.
• Create and monitor KPIs and data collection instruments.
• Coordinate reporting templates and ensure alignment with UNDP frameworks.
• Support strategic planning and contribute to annual and mid-year reviews.
• Prepare analytical reports and support proposal development.
• Coordinate the preparation of narrative and results-based reports for partners.
• Develop visibility and communication materials to showcase partnership impacts.
• Contribute to evaluations and knowledge management to capture lessons learned.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure effective reporting and learning processes.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in International Development, Public Administration, Economics, Political Science, or related field, with 7+ years of relevant experience, or Bachelor's Degree with 9+ years of experience.
• Proven experience in donor reporting, data analysis, and results-based management frameworks.
• Familiarity with CRM, grants management systems, and data reporting tools (e.g., PowerBI).
• Excellent coordination, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Fluency in English is required.

Competencies

Core competencies include achieving results, thinking innovatively, learning continuously, adapting with agility, acting with determination, engaging and partnering, and enabling diversity and inclusion.

Additional Information

This is a full-time position with a contract duration of 1 year. UNDP is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We do not tolerate harassment or abuse of authority. Applications from all qualified candidates are encouraged.