Evaluation Officer (AI & Data Analytics) Independent Office of Evaluation (IOE) [Rome, Italy, P-3]

This job is based in Rome, Italy. For the full job description visit job.ifad.org.Deadline for applications: 23 March 2026 (23.59 CET Rome).Ref: VA 34259Organizational SettingThe International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is an international financial institution and a specialized United Nations agency dedicated to eradicating rural poverty and hunger. It does so by investing in rural people. IFAD finances programmes and projects that increase agricultural productivity and raise rural incomes, and advocates at the local, national and international level for policies that contribute to rural transformation.In line with IFAD's Evaluation Policy, the IOE multi-year strategy and the Evaluation Manual, the Independent Office of Evaluation (IOE) reports directly to the IFAD Executive Board (EB). The Evaluation Policy established that the evaluation function at IFAD will operate in line with internationally accepted principles for the evaluation of development assistance. Foremost among these are independence, accountability, partnership and learning. The IFAD Evaluation Policy also states that the IOE Director will ensure that IOE is staffed by independent-minded, experienced professionals. IOE is a member of international evaluation networks, notably the Evaluation Cooperation Group (ECG) of the Multilateral Development Banks, the United Nations Evaluation Group (UNEG), the Global Evaluation Initiative (GEI) and the International Research Group for Policy and Programme Evaluation (IntEval). It also participates in initiatives of regional and global evaluation Associations.The Evaluation Officer (AI and Data Analytics) works under the overall supervision and strategic, policy and management guidance of the Director, IOE, as well as the direct day-to-day supervision of IOE's Deputy Director.Job RoleThe Evaluation Officer is responsible for the full programme/project evaluation cycle of work.Position specifics:The Evaluation Officer (AI & Data Analytics) supports IOE's capacity to harness artificial intelligence and data analytics for evaluation, by integrating AI-assisted methods into evidence synthesis, learning, and knowledge generation processes.Minimum requirementsEducationAdvanced University degree from an accredited institution in areas such as Economics, Rural Development, Agriculture, Rural sociology, finance, development policy or related disciplines.Degree must be an accredited institution listed on https://www.whed.net/home.php.ExperienceAt least five (5) years of progressively responsible and relevant professional experience in programme evaluation with International financial institutions, development cooperation agencies. Demonstrated knowledge and experience of quantitative and qualitative methods for evaluation.Two (2) years in a multi-cultural organization or national organization providing support on a global scope.Position-specific experience: Experience in country programme design, supervision and loan/grant administration is a plusLanguagesRequired: English (4 - Excellent)Desirable: French, Spanish, or Arabic (3 - Good)🔗 How to Apply for this job at IFAD:1️⃣ Visit our careers portal: https://job.ifad.org2️⃣ Search by Vacancy ID (enter only the number: 34259) or Job Title ‘Evaluation Officer (AI & Data Analytics) (Independent Office of Evaluation)’ 3️⃣ Click the arrow (➡️) to view full job details4️⃣ Select "Apply" to begin your application🕧 Deadline to apply: Monday, 23 March 2026 23.59 CET