Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist (P-3), Fixed Term

About the role

UNICEF Angola is recruiting a Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist (P-3) for a fixed-term appointment in Luanda. After the 2026 Mid-Term Review, UNICEF Angola is moving to an upstream model focused on systems strengthening, public finance for children, evidence-based advocacy and strategic partnerships, with a leaner, Luanda-based office facing reduced and volatile funding. Strong planning, monitoring, evidence and knowledge management are therefore essential to prioritize resources, track results and inform policy and budget dialogue with the Government.

The Specialist provides professional technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the planning, monitoring, evaluation process, preparing, executing, managing and implementing tasks so that evaluations are carried out on schedule and their results and recommendations are implemented and followed up.

Key responsibilities

• Set standards for programme performance planning and monitoring
• Coordinate the Integrated Monitoring and Evaluation Plan (IMEP)
• Implement and oversee evaluations
• Disseminate, use and follow up on evaluation results
• Network, build partnerships and coordinate with other agencies
• Drive innovation, knowledge management and capacity building

Required profile

• Master's degree or equivalent in Economics, Psychology, Social Sciences, Sociology, International Development, Development Studies, Public Policy, Public Administration, Statistics or a related field
• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in programme management, monitoring and evaluation, planning, research, results-based management, partnership management or similar fields
• Fluency in English
• Desirable: knowledge of another official UN language, Portuguese, Italian or a local language; experience in a UN system agency, a multilateral organization or at country level in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts

Required skills

• Development analysis and programme implementation
• Strategic planning and programme reporting
• Technical documentation and results measurement

Applicants must pass reference, safeguarding and background checks, obtain medical clearance and a visa, and comply with vaccination requirements if mandated. The deadline is 17 November 2026.