POSITION TITLE: Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist
DURATION OF CONTRACT: One Year (renewable)
DEPARTMENT: Programmes
DUTY STATION: ACB Headquarters, Los Baños, Laguna, Philippines
REPORTING TO: ASEAN ENMAPS Project Manager
TERMS OF REFERENCE
A. BACKGROUND
The ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity (ACB), established in 2005, is ASEAN’s response to the challenge of biodiversity loss. It is an intergovernmental organisation that facilitates cooperation and coordination among the ASEAN Member States (AMS) and with regional and international organisations on the conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity, and the fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from the use of such natural treasures.
The ACB, together with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), is implementing the GEF project, Effectively Managing Networks of Marine Protected Areas in Large Marine Ecosystems in the ASEAN Region (ASEAN ENMAPS), which is designed to address the coastal and marine ecosystem challenges in the ASEAN region through enhanced collaborative management of marine protected areas (MPAs) and other integrated coastal management and ecosystem-based fisheries management approaches. The objective of the project is to develop and improve the management of networks of MPAs and marine corridors within selected Large Marine Ecosystems (LMEs) in the ASEAN for the conservation of globally significant biodiversity and support for sustainable fisheries, and other ecosystem goods and services. This regional project will have a strong upscaling focus, including engagement with ASEAN working groups and LME governance mechanisms, as well as leveraging complementary investments across the ASEAN region. The ASEAN ENMAPS will be implemented for five years, beginning in March 2024, in selected MPAs and marine corridors with high conservation importance in the ASEAN region, with pilot sites across Indonesia, the Philippines, and Thailand.
The ACB is seeking dynamic, innovative and committed candidates for the position of Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist who will ensure results-based management, provide timely and constructive monitoring and evaluation feedback, enable adaptive management and reporting of results achieved.
B. SCOPE OF DUTIES
The Programmes Department provides primary oversight of the ASEAN ENMAPS project with the technical and management support of the Project Management Unit (PMU). The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will be working under the PMU, directly reporting to the ASEAN ENMAPS Project Manager-Chief Technical Adviser, and will be closely coordinating with the Strategy and Planning Division Director and the relevant divisions in the Programmes Department.
The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist shall perform the following specific roles to ensure that the project objectives are efficiently achieved:
- Provide technical assistance in the implementation of the project M&E plan, monitoring and evaluating project progress and mobilising the preparation of and collecting inputs to the quarterly reports, annual Project Implementation Reports and other progress reports ensuring that they meet the necessary reporting requirements and standards;
- Assist regional and national project team members on collecting, recording and reporting M&E inputs from the activities implemented across the three participating countries;
- Monitor and track progress against the GEF Core indicators;
- Ensure project’s M&E meets the requirements of the national governmental partners, the UNDP, and the GEF;
- Periodically review the project’s theory of change and results framework with reference to actual and potential project progress and results;
- Guide the design of surveys/ assessments commissioned for monitoring and evaluating project results;
- Assist the Project Manager-Chief Technical Advisor in preparing monthly, quarterly, mid-term and terminal evaluations of the project, including management responses;
- Facilitate annual assessment and planning of the project and produce analytical reports from these annual assessment and planning, including learning and other knowledge management products;
- Maintain a database of project – related reports, documents and all other evidence of compliance to project deliverables;
- Assist in preparing annual work and budget plan with reference to the status of implementation progress;
- Facilitate project site M&E and learning missions;
- Visit project sites as and when required to appraise project progress on the ground and validate written progress reports; and
- Perform other related tasks that may be assigned by the supervisor(s) from time to time.
C. QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Work Experience
- Master’s degree in the field of social sciences, economics, international development, public administration or any other related fields and five (5) years of related work experiences, or its equivalency requirements:
- Completed academic requirements in master’s degree in social sciences, economics, international development, public administration or any other related course and seven (7) years of related work experiences; or
- 18 units earned in master’s degree in social sciences, economics, international development, public administration or any other related course and nine (9) years of related work experiences; or
- Related bachelor’s degree in social sciences, economics, international development, public administration or any other related fields and 12 years of related work experiences; or
- Non-Related Bachelor’s Degree and 15 years related work experience
- Minimum of five (5) years relevant work experience in a regional / international organisation, preferably in the ASEAN
- Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in an M&E position responsible for implementing M&E activities
- Recognised expertise in monitoring and evaluation
- Strong track record of innovative leadership in managing evaluations, and proven ability to produce demonstrable results
- Advanced certificate in M&E, statistics or economics is an advantage
Skills
- Excellent knowledge of the English language and with exceptional writing, presentation, and communication skills
- Excellent analytical skills
- Ability to work in a team and good interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational skills
- Adept at working with international partners
- Able to use computer applications, in particular, MS Office
- Adept at working within a multicultural working environment
- Ability to work independently and to manage effectively different tasks
- Demonstrated proficiency in the use of standard office and data management software, including Microsoft Excel (advanced spreadsheet functions, formulas, tables, charts, and data analysis), Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Canva, Outlook, and cloud-based collaboration platforms (e.g., Microsoft 365/SharePoint/Teams). The incumbent must be capable of independently developing and maintaining monitoring databases, indicator tracking matrices, dashboards, analytical reports, and high-quality documentation, with strong attention to data accuracy and presentation.
Nationality
- Must be a national of any of the ASEAN Member States (applicants should be willing to relocate to the Philippines as the Duty Station is at the ACB Headquarters).
D. COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
Core Values
- Integrity, professionalism, and respect for diversity
- Cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
- Treats all people fairly
- Prudence, dependability, and accountability
Core Competencies
- Communication, teamwork, planning, and organising, accountability, commitment to continuous learning, and technological awareness
E. APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Applicants should prepare the following and send all to acb.hr@aseanbiodiversity.org:
- A letter of intent of no more than two pages, elaborating on how his/her qualifications and experiences make him/her suitable for the position. Address the letter to Executive Director Dr. Jerome L. Montemayor. JP 2026-21 Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist to be indicated in the aforesaid letter.
- Updated curriculum vitae and diploma, or transcript of records
- A completed Job Application Form (which can be downloaded here)
The deadline for submission of completed applications is 27 October 2026. Only applications with complete documentary requirements (Letter of Intent, completed Job Application Form, and curriculum vitae) will be processed. Applications received beyond this date will not be considered. All applicants will be given notice as to the status of their application. Previous applicants may apply again.
F. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The ACB does not ask for payment at any stage of its recruitment process (application, processing, training, interviewing, testing, or other fees) nor authorises anyone to officially receive applications from prospective candidates, except through the ACB Human Resources Division. The public is strongly advised to be vigilant when dealing with financial transactions.
