Project Terminal Evaluation Expert – Jordan Biosafety Project

• Conduct a desk review of project documentation including reports, meeting minutes, and financial records.
• Interview key stakeholders such as UNEP staff, project partners, and representatives from Jordanian ministries and civil society.
• Use both quantitative and qualitative methods to evaluate project achievements against expected outputs and outcomes.
• Prepare an inception report outlining the review framework and schedule.
• Share preliminary findings with the project team to verify information and encourage participation.
• Draft and revise the terminal review report incorporating feedback from UNEP and stakeholders.
• Coordinate the review process closely with the UNEP Task Manager and ensure timely delivery of outputs.

• Hold an advanced degree in Natural Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Environmental Sciences, Monitoring and Evaluation, International Development, or a related field; a university degree plus two additional years of experience is also acceptable.
• Have at least seven years of technical or evaluation experience, preferably including evaluation of large regional or global programmes using a Theory of Change approach.
• Possess a good understanding of Biotechnology and Biosafety issues (preferred).
• Have experience evaluating GEF projects (preferred).
• Demonstrate excellent writing skills and team leadership experience.
• Knowledge of the UN system, UNEP, and GEF programming is an asset.
• Experience in managing partnerships, knowledge management, and communication is desirable.
• Be fluent in oral and written English.

Apply on the employer's application page. The closing date for applications is Wednesday, 28 October 2026.