Consultancy: Data Collection, Management, and Monitoring and Evaluation Processes

Designs practical IPU-wide data collection, management and monitoring processes, mapping current practices and building tools for learning, reporting and accountability.

• Prepare an inception note with methodology, workplan, consultation plan and expected outputs
• Map and analyse existing IPU data collection processes, tools, storage, quality checks and use
• Assess strengths, gaps, risks and challenges in current data practices
• Develop proposals for improved IPU-wide data collection and management processes
• Recommend digital systems, databases, dashboards or other tools for storage, processing, analysis and reporting
• Consult IPU Secretariat stakeholders and facilitate discussions or workshops
• Prepare practical tools including templates, indicator sheets, reporting calendars and standard procedures
• Deliver a final report and implementation road map with priority actions and risks

• Advanced university degree in monitoring and evaluation, international development, public administration, political or social sciences, knowledge and data management, organizational development or a related discipline
• Strong experience designing, reviewing or strengthening monitoring, evaluation, learning and results-based management systems
• Experience mapping organizational processes, data flows, reporting systems and institutional responsibilities
• Good knowledge of data collection, quality assurance, data management, governance, ethics and data protection
• Experience designing inclusive and gender-sensitive data collection processes
• Ability to facilitate consultations and workshops with diverse stakeholders
• Excellent analytical, drafting and communication skills in English

• Consultancy is expected to require up to 50 days of work based on a 7.5-hour day
• Assignment is expected to run from early September 2026 to mid or end November 2026
• Presence in Geneva is required for selected meetings, workshops or consultations when needed
• Expected costs for Geneva participation should be included in the consultant proposal