About CRS
Catholic Relief Services (CRS) carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners, people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.
ABOUT CRS:
Catholic Relief Services (CRS) carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS is an international non-governmental organization (NGO) supporting relief and development work in over 100 countries around the world. CRS programs assist persons on the basis of need, regardless of creed, ethnicity or nationality. CRS works through local church and non-church partners to implement its programs.
CRS has worked in Uganda since 1965, initially providing emergency assistance to Sudanese refugees living in the north. Over the years, CRS has expanded its programming to also address development needs in western, central and eastern Uganda. CRS’ projects in Uganda currently include agriculture, health, microfinance, peacebuilding and youth. CRS Uganda implements its programs through partnerships with local organizations, including the Catholic Church, other faith-based organizations and community entities for maximum impact and sustainability.
Job Summary:
MEAL Officer (2): The MEAL Officers will be based in Moroto and will report to the MEAL Specialist. They will help ensure strong M&E planning and will have the lead role in implementing related activities. They will train and mentor partner technical supervisors and field agents on the MEAL system; compile and analyze reports from the field and participate in project review meetings to facilitate learning sessions and action planning. The MEAL Officers are expected to start a few months into project start-up and end a few months before project closeout to align with the project timeline.
Job Responsibilities:
• Support compliance with agency and donor MEAL requirements
• Trains partners and field agents on the conduct of field-based MEAL activities
• Provides input to MEAL system design and review discussions
• Supervises quality data collection and management activities
• Leads simple analyses and reflective discussions on ongoing monitoring data
• Contributes initial findings and field-based insights to project discussions
• Fosters respectful relationships with community members and stakeholders
• Promotes honesty and integrity in work of MEAL Agents
• Implements activities according to MEAL DIP
Typical Background, Experience & Requirements:
Education and Experience
• 3-5 years of experience relevant to job responsibilities or Bachelor’s degree in relevant field.
• Sound knowledge of M & E systems
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skill with ability to work with data software packages
• Good understanding of beneficiary tracking, methods for managing data quality assessment
• Ability to write reports, and training modules and manual and M&E systems
• Fluency in English (both oral and written skills)
• Ability to design develop, and implement training
• Ability to work effectively under stressful conditions
• A high level of computer literacy
Personal Skills
Required Foreign Language: English and Karimojong
Required Travel: Extensive travels within Karamoja; 40-50% within DFSA implementation areas
Key Working Relationships:
Supervision: Oversees work of MEAL Agents
Reports to: MEAL Manager
Internal: MEAL Manager, Project Manager,
External: Community members, partner staff, other local stakeholders, MEAL staff from other peer agencies
Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff):
These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.
• Trusting Relationships
• Professional Growth
• Partnership
• Accountability
Agency-Wide Competencies
These are rooted in the mission, values, and principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and to achieve the desired results.
1. Serves with Integrity
2. Develops Constructive Relationships
3. Models Stewardship
4. Promotes Learning
HOW TO APPLY:
Disclaimer Clause:
This job description is not an exhaustive list of skills, effort, duties and responsibilities associated with the position. CRS’ recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation. “I understand that CRS takes all allegations of abuse and exploitation seriously. Abuse or exploitation of children or vulnerable adults is grounds for immediate dismissal.” Note: Please submit cover letter, CV and three work references (names and contact information only) to ug_recruitment@crs.org by October 18th, 2017.
Only selected candidates that meet the requirements will be notified. EOE/M/F/D/V**