Closing date: 08 Feb 2018.
Department: Protection (PRoL)
Location: Bidibidi/Imvepi and Omugo.
Number of Positions: 02
Duration: 11 months (With Possibility of Extension).
Scope of work/Job over view
The M&E Officer will be responsible for all M&E related program actions (Initiation, project start-up, implementation and close-out), providing technical M&E leadership for all program sectors with specific attention to data quality and use. S/he will assess the current M&E systems and the current capacity of staff related to M&E, and based on this address the identified needs through capacity building and technical support on data collection methods, data analysis, data quality assurance and result-based management. S/he will also ensure that quality data collected is entered into a data platform; data analysis is completed by project teams and will play a key role in the process of reporting on the impact of the IRC program to relevant stakeholders. S/he will conduct frequent visits to the field and assess the quality of the program, M&E work, ensure understanding and compliance with M&E procedures and provide guidance and coaching to staff.
Duties and responsibilities
Compile quantitative and qualitative data to showcase IRC’s protection program, covering all program outcome areas.
In close collaboration with the Protection and Rule of Law and Coordinator, lead the development of strong data collection tools and monitoring and evaluation plans for the protection program.
Ensure efficient systems in place for program staff to collect and compile relevant and concise information for routine project reports and occasional special reports as required.
Support the provision of technical training and capacity building in monitoring and evaluation to PRoL staff
Perform regular field visits to ensure the quality of data collected by Program staff and to verify the accuracy of the data reported
Support program teams in analyzing and interpreting monitoring and evaluation of data.
Overview preparation of consolidated reports including concise narratives that capture progress against indicators and provide both management and donors with accurate and user-friendly information.
Provide input and feedback as needed into project design, including comments on project documents, theory of change and project log frames from monitoring and evaluation perspective.
Support integration efforts across program sectors working together with other program coordinators and managers too.
Assist in creating standards for capturing data and its storage in the database in accordance to the IRC Measurement universal expectation.
Able to assist in the development of custom tables used to describe donor characteristics so that they are meaningful and not redundant.
Manage electronic tools to prevent disorganization (Keep server data confidential).
Support the M&E Manager to ensure that donor, partner, and Senior Management data queries are addressed in an accurate and timely manner.
Assist the M&E Manager and program Heads in implementing the IRC’s monitoring for Action standards.
Provide to the supervisor, technical coordinators, program staff and districts with monthly reports on indicator trends.
Key working relationships
Position reports to: M&E Manager
Position indirectly reports to: Senior Protection Manager
Position directly supervises: Data & Reporting Officers
Liaison: Liaise with any existing district/partner M&E teams while ensuring that accurate and timely data on the program is fed into the district information management systems and program reports.
Qualification, Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in statistics, demography, Economics, M&E or related field. An advanced certificate in M&E, statistics will be of an added advantage
At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role either in humanitarian or development settings with proven success in implementing M&E systems from project initiation to close-out stages.
Good level of proficiency in Windows Excel, power point and quantitative analysis
Ability to design M&E tools, surveys, surveillance systems, and evaluations
Experience in continuous quality improvement processes.
Experience in data analysis, trend analysis and interpretations.
Good report writing skills.
Ability to enhance good interpersonal relationship.
Good communication skills.
A good command of both written and spoken English.
The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way ‐ Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the
IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti‐Retaliation.
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply: Send CV, Cover letter and Copies of relevant academic documents clearly indicating the position applied for as the subject to: UA‐IRCJobs@rescue.org OR Hand deliver to the IRC Human Resource and Administration Office in Yumbe and Imvepi. Deadline: Thursday 8th February, 2018. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Whilst all applications will be assessed strictly on their individual merits, qualified women are especially encouraged to apply. IRC is an equal opportunity Employer.