Re-advertisement: National Consultant - Monitoring and Evaluation Consultant, East Jerusalem, State of Palestine

Re-advertisement: National Consultant - Monitoring and Evaluation Consultant, East Jerusalem, State of Palestine UNICEF - United Nations Children’s Fund East Jerusalem National Consultant - Contractors Agreement level Speaks Arabic, English Application deadline: March 26, 2026 Closed Apply Summary by Impactpool UNICEF is seeking a National Monitoring and Evaluation Consultant to enhance the Ministry of Finance and Planning's information management systems in East Jerusalem, State of Palestine. The consultant will be responsible for improving data collection, processing, and dissemination to support planning and reporting processes that reflect children's needs. This role requires a strong presence within the Ministry and collaboration with various government institutions. The consultant will also develop digital infrastructure and data workflows to facilitate evidence-based decision-making. Candidate Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in economics, Statistics, Data Science, Management Information Systems, or Computer Engineering Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in data collection, analysis, or database management Advanced proficiency in data management tools like Excel, SQL, Access, and Power BI Strong understanding of data quality assurance techniques Proven ability to design digital data collection tools Strong analytical skills and ability to produce technical reports Effective communication and coordination skills Proficiency in Arabic and English UNICEF State of Palestine is seeking for National Individual Consultant for Monitoring and Evaluation Consultant. The duration of this assignment is a 364-day assignment. UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence. At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling. UNICEF is a place where careers are built. We offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture., coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. For every child, hope UNICEF in the State of Palestine works to uphold the rights of children to access services and protection, from early childhood through to adolescence. Our objective is to ensure that every child in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, irrespective of background or circumstance, has an equal chance to fulfil their potential. We are working for every child and young person in the State of Palestine. The Ministry of Finance and Planning (MoFP) serves as the central governmental body responsible for shaping national development strategies, coordinating executive programs, and mobilizing resources for priority initiatives. In light of the ongoing war on Gaza, the deteriorating situation in the West Bank, and the humanitarian crisis following the events of October 7th, MoFP’s role has become increasingly critical. MoFP faces significant resource and capacity constraints—largely due to the protracted financial crisis affecting the Palestinian government, particularly the repeated withholding of clearance revenues. These fiscal challenges restrict the Ministry’s ability to deliver services effectively and invest in necessary human resources. As a result, the quality and reach of its programs are affected, along with its ability to engage in effective coordination, fulfill reporting obligations, and meet donor and partner requirements. To address these challenges and strengthen UNICEF’s strategic partnership with MoFP, UNICEF is recruiting a National Monitoring and Evaluation Consultant to be embedded within the Ministry. The consultant will play a pivotal role in strengthening MoFP’s internal information systems and capacities, ensuring that planning and implementation processes are supported by reliable data and digital tools that facilitate coordination and planning. This role requires sustained presence within the Ministry and continuous engagement with the Monitoring and Evaluation  Directorate at the Ministry of Finance and Planning (MoFP). How can you make a difference? The purpose of this assignment is to enhance Ministry of Finance and Planning information management, monitoring, and evaluation systems, ensuring that data collection, processing, and dissemination are timely, accurate, and aligned with national priorities and donor frameworks. A key focus will be integrating children-related data and indicators into planning and reporting processes to ensure that government strategies reflect the needs and rights of children across all sectors. The consultant will support MoFP in developing robust digital infrastructure and data workflows that enable evidence-based planning for children, coordination, and decision-making across government institutions. Key Responsibilities Collect data from government institutions, including child-related indicators, and review for methodological soundness, consistency, and completeness. Design, establish, and maintain centralized databases using appropriate tools (e.g., PostgreSQL, Power BI, Advanced Excel, DHIS2) for storing and analysing government performance indicators and planning data. Process raw data, identify inconsistencies or outliers, and prepare analytical tables, dashboards, and visualizations highlighting children’s outcomes to support planning and reporting. Develop and maintain digital data collection forms that include child-specific fields, ensuring alignment with national and donor frameworks. Ensure timely data entry, maintain accurate documentation of data sources, and implement regular backup