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How to Apply for International Consultant (Team Leader) - Endline Evaluation of the UNFPA/Norway Project

at United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)

🏢 About United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)

UNFPA is the UN's lead agency for sexual and reproductive health and rights, uniquely positioned to drive global change through evidence-based programming and advocacy. Working here offers the chance to contribute directly to transformative projects that improve lives in challenging contexts like Nigeria, where UNFPA's work is particularly critical for women and adolescent girls.

About This Role

This role involves leading the comprehensive endline evaluation of a Norway-funded SRHR project in Nigeria, requiring both technical expertise in evaluation methodologies and managerial skills to coordinate a team. The impact lies in generating evidence that will shape future UNFPA programming and potentially influence donor decisions on SRHR investments in Nigeria.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day involves coordinating with the National Consultant in Nigeria across time zones, reviewing data collection progress, and providing technical guidance on evaluation methodologies. You might spend time analyzing emerging findings, drafting sections of the evaluation report, and preparing for check-ins with UNFPA Nigeria and Norway representatives to ensure alignment with their information needs.

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🎯 Who United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Is Looking For

  • Extensive experience (likely 10+ years) leading complex evaluations for UN agencies or international NGOs, specifically in SRHR or public health in Africa
  • Proven expertise in OECD-DAC evaluation criteria and mixed-methods approaches suitable for measuring SRHR outcomes in challenging contexts
  • Strong project management skills with experience coordinating remote teams and delivering high-quality evaluation reports under tight deadlines
  • Deep understanding of Nigeria's SRHR landscape, cultural sensitivities, and UNFPA's mandate in the country

📝 Tips for Applying to United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)

1

Highlight specific UN evaluation experience by mentioning previous work with UNFPA or similar UN agencies, including any experience with Norway-funded projects

2

Quantify your evaluation leadership experience (e.g., 'Led 5+ endline evaluations of SRHR projects in West Africa, resulting in X policy changes')

3

Demonstrate knowledge of Nigeria's SRHR context by referencing specific challenges or programs you're familiar with

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Showcase your ability to work remotely across time zones by mentioning successful remote team leadership in previous roles

5

Include concrete examples of how you've applied OECD-DAC criteria in past evaluations, not just listing them as skills

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your specific experience leading endline evaluations for UN agencies, particularly in SRHR or similar thematic areas', "How you've successfully managed evaluation teams remotely and coordinated with national consultants in past assignments", "Your understanding of UNFPA's mandate in Nigeria and how you would ensure the evaluation aligns with their strategic priorities", 'Examples of how your previous evaluation work has influenced programming decisions or donor funding']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → UNFPA Nigeria's current country program and specific SRHR initiatives they're implementing
  • → Norway's development priorities in Nigeria and their previous SRHR funding through UNFPA
  • → Recent SRHR evaluations conducted by UNFPA (check their evaluation database) to understand their preferred methodologies and reporting standards
  • → Nigeria's specific SRHR challenges, particularly for adolescent girls, and any recent policy changes in this area

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you design a methodology to evaluate the UNFPA/Norway project's impact on adolescent SRHR outcomes in Nigeria's specific cultural context?
2 Describe your experience applying OECD-DAC criteria in previous evaluations and how you would ensure this evaluation meets all criteria
3 How would you manage coordination challenges between remote team members and ensure alignment with UNFPA Nigeria's priorities?
4 What specific challenges do you anticipate in evaluating SRHR projects in Nigeria, and how would you address them?
5 How would you ensure the evaluation findings are actionable and useful for UNFPA's future programming and Norway's funding decisions?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic evaluation consultant CV without tailoring it to UNFPA's SRHR mandate and Nigeria context
  • Failing to demonstrate specific experience with OECD-DAC criteria or UN evaluation standards in your application materials
  • Not showing awareness of the cultural sensitivities around SRHR work in Nigeria or UNFPA's specific approach in the country

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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