Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, Garoowe, Somalia

## Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, Garoowe, Somalia - Organization:UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services - Field location:Garoowe - Office:UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services in Garoowe Position Title:Monitoring and Evaluation Officer Job Category:Monitoring and Evaluation Duty Station(s):Garoowe Seniority Level:Associate Contract Type:ICA - LICA - Specialist - Regular Contract Level:LICA 8 Posting Start Date:28-Sep-2026 Posting End Date:12-Oct-2026 Duration:Ongoing (open-ended subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and/or satisfactory performance) This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of the Sustainable Land Management in Puntland (SLM-P) project is an initiative funded by Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau (KfW), Germany and implemented by UNOPS in Puntland State of Somalia. The project aims to strengthen the productive potential of sustainable land and water use systems by addressing the interconnected challenges of land degradation, water scarcity, climate change, and limited institutional capacity that undermine the resilience and livelihoods of rural communities. You will work with a dedicated team of professionals and gain valuable experience in the UN system The UNOPS Africa Regional Office, based in Nairobi, Kenya, oversees the delivery of over 250 projects across 40 countries, with a focus on fragile and conflict-affected settings. Supported by more than 1,000 personnel across five multi-country offices—spanning North, West, Central, Eastern and Southern Africa, and the Horn of Africa—the office advances national priorities through strategic initiatives in Climate Action, Health, Infrastructure, Peace and Security, Middle-Income Country Support, and Small Island Developing States (SIDS). The Regional Office provides strategic leadership, operational support, and oversight in key areas including Partnerships, Communications, Management and Oversight, Infrastructure and Project Management, Health and Safety, and Security. By promoting excellence in project delivery, fostering knowledge sharing, and driving continuous improvement, the office contributes to sustainable infrastructure, transparent resource management, and a better quality of life for communities across the continent. About the Country/Multi-Country Office UNOPS has been operating in Somalia since 1995. The Somalia Country Office (SOCO) manages and coordinates a diverse portfolio across a variety of sectors, including health, rule of law, crisis recovery, and security and justice. Located in Mogadishu, SOCO works with multiple partners including the Governments of Somalia, bilateral and multilateral donors, United Nations agencies, funds, and programmes. The functional objective of UNOPS in Somalia is to deliver projects in an efficient and effective manner to achieve the development outcomes sought by the Government of Somalia and the donor community. The aim of UNOPS in Somalia is to provide implementation services to the Government of Somalia, the donor community, and partner agencies in the reconstruction and development of the country. In doing so, UNOPS aims to exceed client expectations in the delivery of quality services throughout the country. UNOPS supports the successful implementation of its partners' peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner. Working in some of the world's most challenging environments, our vision is to advance sustainable implementation practices, always satisfying or surpassing our partners' expectations. With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, wherever they need it. A flexible structure and global reach means that we can quickly respond to our partners' needs, while offering the benefits of economies of scale. TheSustainable Land Management in Puntland (SLM-P) projectis an initiative funded by Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau (KfW), Germany and implemented by UNOPS over a period of 48 months in Puntland State of Somalia. The project aims to strengthen the productive potential of sustainable land and water use systems by addressing the interconnected challenges of land degradation, water scarcity, climate change, and limited institutional capacity that undermine the resilience and livelihoods of rural communities. Puntland is highly vulnerable to recurrent droughts, erratic rainfall, soil erosion, degradation of rangelands, and declining water availability. These environmental challenges have severely affected agro-pastoral livelihoods, agricultural productivity, and food security, particularly among smallholder farmers, pastoralists, women, youth, and displaced populations. The project adopts an integrated watershed-based approach that combines sustainable water resource management, ecosystem restoration, climate-resilient agriculture, and institutional strengthening to enhance long-term resilience. The project consists of three mutually reinforcing components. Component 1: Water infrastructure and soil conservation measures: The aim of the component is to expand and improve the infrastructure for the storage and protection of multi-use water sources, and to implement soil conservation measures. It therefore encompasses both biological and physical measures aimed at controlling surface runoff and erosion, maximizing rainwater harvesting for vegetation growth, and improving water availability. This includes measures to capture runoff, increase groundwater recharge, and utilize natural slopes for the collection and storage of water. Component 2: Land-use, agriculture, and livestock productivity: The aim of the component is to improve land use, agriculture, livestock and water management-related skills and assets in project communities. The component thus combines activities of livestock and rangeland management practices, training and asset provision for climate-adapted agricultural techniques. Component 3: Accompanying measures/ capacity enhancement activities: The aim of the component is to strengthen the capacities of communities and relevant government institutions for water resources and land use management. A nine-month inception phase will establish the technical, social, environmental, and institutional foundation for implementation through comprehensive baseline studies, watershed assessments, participatory community consultations, institutional capacity assessments, and the development of detailed implementation and monitoring frameworks. The subsequent implementation phase will deliver targeted infrastructure investments, livelihood support, and capacity-building activities based on evidence-driven and community-led planning. The SLM-P project contributes directly to Somalia's and Puntland's development priorities and supports several Sustainable Development Goals, including Zero Hunger (SDG 2), Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8), Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure (SDG 9), Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG 12), Climate Action (SDG 13), Life on Land (SDG 15), and Strong Institutions (SDG 16). About the Project Office Since 1995, UNOPS Somalia (SOCO), headquartered in Mogadishu and part of the East and Southern Africa Multi-Country Office (ESAMCO), has been a trusted partner to the Government of Somalia and international donors. Through the provision of project management, infrastructure, procurement, and financial services, SOCO plays a critical role in supporting national priorities in health, rule of law, security, transport, and resilience. The office has delivered impactful infrastructure projects—including the Immigration Headquarters ($6.8M), Maritime Police Headquarters ($3.7M), and regional hospitals ($20M