Job Summary:
The Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Assistant will work with the Mercy Corps Apolou Activity team as well as our local partner organizations to oversee and ensure the collection of quality M&E data for the program. MEL Assistant will be responsible for supporting the MEL officers, Database Officer and Database Assistant to oversee the monitoring and data collection during the Households verification processes and take lead in regular and annual field based household and group interviews. S/he will ensure that performance monitoring processes across the entire activity are in place, effectively implemented and well synchronized. The MEL Assistant will supervise teams of enumerators in data collection, and reporting according to the target set by the Activity.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Work closely with the Apolou team and local partners, to ensure effective monitoring, evaluation and reporting of program activities and results.
Manage regular synchronisations and backups of field data to cloud-based data management system.
Work on maintaining participant tracking systems, with a primary focus on providing high quality data to program teams.
Proactively work to contribute in the development and improvement of the system’s functionality, enhancing data quality, and identifying areas of improvement well in time
Work closely with program teams in devising new ways, and processes to improve efficiency of data collection processes, and quality of collected data.
Maintain confidentiality and observe data protection and associated guidelines at all times.
Perform spot checks on the team’s data collected or Households verified.
Ensuring accuracy of entered data and comparing it with the existing scheduling system to make sure all records are consistent and aligned.
Support in the review and checking of data generated being in line with the M&E reporting requirements.
Troubleshoot front and back end issues with the database, including any synchronisation issues of field-level data.
Work as part of a team to facilitate and support MEL operations including baseline, annual and end line surveys, regular monitoring, data collection, analysis and reporting according to the MEL work plan.
Ensure proper coordination and mobilisation of the participants during the household verification and annual surveys.
Ensure proper custody, safety and maintenance of all the phones and tablet
Other duties as assigned.
Finance & Compliance Management: Ensure compliance with donor and Mercy Corps regulations related to food security programming.
Security:
Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership.
Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The applicant for the Mercy Corps Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Assistant job must hold a Bachelor’s degree in management, statistics, economics, social science or related field.
One to two years of experience working in the NGO sector in M&E, community development or economic and market development.
Prior experience carrying out surveys or conducting qualitative and quantitative data collection.
Good understanding and skills at data management, data flow and Prior experience with computerized data management systems.
Strong computer literacy with a full knowledge of MS Office applications expert knowledge of Excel and the use of Commcare, Ona, ODK and other mobile data collection platforms is required.
Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members.
Strong team coordination, listening, and consensus building skills.
Fluent in both spoken and written English. Fluency in spoken N’Karamojong or Pokot is a must.
Strong analytical skills coupled with a solid understanding of quantitative indicators and data collection strategies.
Able to drive a motorbike safely and valid license required or willingness to obtain in the first 6 months of employment
The successful MEL Assistant will combine exceptional management skills and keen attention to detail.
Fluency in N’Karamojong or Pokot is a mandate.
S/he will have an ability to think creatively about operationalizing and improving the MEL system of the program.
S/he will have proven experience with cross-cultural team and capacity building, individual staff development and strong mentoring skills.
Multi-tasking, prioritizing, problem solving and simultaneous attention to detail as well as strategic vision are essential.
The most successful Mercy Corps staff members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and changing environments and make effective written and verbal communication a priority in all situations.
A good sense of humor and the ability to learn from mistakes also goes a long way!

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their E-mail applications including a cover letter clearly stating the salary requirements, updated CV (with three professional referees), and copies of academic qualifications/certificates addressed to the Senior HR and Legal Manager, Mercy Corps Uganda to: ug-mcjobs@mercycorps.org
Deadline: 8th August 2019