In addition, the Administration emphasized that, apart from the hiring of a consultancy manager, as mentioned above, the Division of Personnel did not have the resources to implement the improvements suggested, although they were believed to be necessary. 173. In view of the results of the study carried out by the external consultants, we cannot share the Administration's opinion as reiterated by repeating its previous statement. The report reveals that only a small part (about 5 per cent) of all temporary staff is hired as recognized experts providing advice and opinion, whereas about the same percentage will provide professional services, such as 21 Ibid,, p. 60, paras. 51-54. -48- St I 106, I 0 e I the 'l tely ion er or I.4 and . the to I St t) 1 ion, I ,, , project implementation and internal assistance of some kind, thereby carrying out tasks of staff members. Moreover, the largest share of all temporary staff is employed as development generalists, involved in project or programme design and evaluation, or project implementation. With regard to performance assessments, the report confirms that adherence to evaluation requirements is irregular in terms of evaluations actually submitted, and that those that are submitted are virtually USeleSS in terms of providing objective evaluation and, therefore, guidance as to whether'to hire the person again. 174. Considering the extent to which consultants and other temporary assistance staff are hired by UNDP, we still regard it as a matter of urgency to commence implementation of our recommendation, as outlined in paragraph 171 above. Proiect management Financial completion of projects 175. According to the Programme and Projects Manual, all projects are to be financially completed within 12 months after the month in which they have been operationally completed. It was found, however, that this requirement has not 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the administration of projects and personnel within an international organization, specifically the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). It highlights issues with the hiring and management of temporary staff, as well as the financial completion of projects. The focus is on organizational efficiency and effectiveness, rather than a specific sector or field.

**Category**
Employment, Education