UNCDF Head of Impact Measurement, Verification and Learning (IMVL) Job 2026: P5 Opportunity in New York

Overview

The United Nations Capital Development Fund is inviting applications for the position of Head of Impact Measurement, Verification and Learning at the P-5 level. This senior leadership role is based in New York, United States, and is open to both internal and external candidates. The successful applicant will lead the Impact Measurement, Verification and Learning Unit under the guidance and supervision of the UNCDF Executive Secretary.

The primary purpose of the role is to establish whether UNCDF investments and programmes achieve their intended development outcomes, particularly in vulnerable and underserved markets. The successful candidate will oversee strategic intelligence, impact measurement, evaluation, verification and organisational learning functions. The appointment is full-time and offered as a fixed-term contract for one year, with the possibility of extension.

Who can apply

The opportunity is open to internal and external applicants who meet the specified educational and professional criteria. Applicants must possess fluency in English.

Requirements

Applicants must hold either an advanced university degree such as a master’s degree in Finance, Economics, International Development or a related field, or a first-level university degree such as a bachelor’s degree combined with an additional two years of qualifying experience. Candidates with a master’s degree need at least 10 years of progressively responsible experience, while those with a bachelor’s degree require 12 years of experience.

All applicants must have at least five years of experience in impact investing, blended finance, private equity or sustainable finance. Furthermore, candidates must have experience partnering with the private sector to deliver measurable development outcomes, as well as experience designing and implementing impact management frameworks, strategic selectivity approaches and portfolio management tools within development finance institutions.

Key dates

Applications must be submitted before 6 November 2026.