Overview

The Evaluation Consultant (Evaluation Expert) will conduct an in-depth independent evaluation of the Global Programme against Money Laundering, Proceeds of Crime and the Financing of Terrorism (GPML). The role involves developing evaluation designs, collecting and analyzing data, and ensuring adherence to UN evaluation standards.

Tasks Summary

• Conduct a desk review of relevant documents and engage with Project Management.
• Develop the evaluation design, including method, tools, and techniques that are gender-inclusive and gender-sensitive.
• Conduct a high-quality data collection phase based on the approved Inception Report.
• Conduct a high-quality data analysis, including using related tools and software.
• Conduct a preliminary findings workshop for validation with project staff.
• Ensure adherence to the United Nations Evaluation Group (UNEG) Norms and Standards, UNODC evaluation norms, standards, guidelines and templates.
• Lead and guide the independent evaluation team, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Ensure that all deliverables are submitted in a timely and satisfactory manner.
• Ensure that the identified IES focal point is fully informed of the evaluation process.
• Provide various presentations/briefings throughout the evaluation process.
• Effectively coordinate and interact with the Substantive Expert(s)/evaluation team.

Experience Requirements

A minimum of 10 (ten) years professional technical experience in in the field of evaluation or related field, including a track record of conducting various types of evaluation at the international level, preferably with experience in conducting evaluations for the United Nations is required. Experience in leading a team is required; Knowledge of quantitative and qualitative methods is required; Experience in presenting and communicating complex evaluation or research results in a structured manner is required; Knowledge and experience of the UN System and in particular of UNODC is desirable; Experience in gender sensitive evaluation methodologies and analysis, and understanding of human rights, disability inclusion and ethical issues in relation to evaluation is desirable.

Qualification Requirements

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, economics, social sciences, evaluation or related field is required. A first level university degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in similar fields in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Other Details

Languages Required: fluency in oral and written English is required.

Languages Preferred: Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

Contract Duration: 01.03 - 31.08.2026

Work Modality: Home-based with potential travel to Vienna, Thailand and Philippines

Remuneration: