Country: Syrian Arab Republic
Closing date: 10 Feb 2016
Islamic Relief Syria operation is currently looking for the flowing position:
Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Job Location: Syria/Idlib
Reporting to: MEAL Coordinator
Reference: M&E/O-SY-002/2016
Closing date: 10/02/2016
JOB SUMMAR
Under the direct supervision of the MEAL Coordinator , the M&E officer will be responsible for designing, developing, implementing and coordination of the all monitoring activities and aspects, this include financial, physical monitoring of the context and on-going activities, framework and systems.
The M&E Officer will also work closely with the Area supervisor, and the Program team as well. The M&E Officer will be based in Idlib Office – Syria, with frequent travel to the projects sites in other sub offices.
Duties and Responsibilities:**
Programming/Planning this involves:**
1-Initiate and coordinate planning activities
• Assist in the development of monitoring and evaluation vision /strategy / plan for Syria
2-Monitor and evaluate project implementation, This involves:**
• Design and develop a monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning approach/ tools and system in support of the projects and overall programs of IR Syria.
• Contribute in development of program/project log frames theories and change and any other accountability M&E frameworks and formats demanded by the donors and ensure commitments to donors and other stakeholders are aligned with organizations internal M&E systems.
• Participate in regular project reviews exercises.
• Coordinate with field Project team to ensure regular field visits to project sites and data collection.
• Monitor the implementation of the work plan and project activities through collection and analyses of qualitative and quantitative date and ensure that they are implemented according to work plans and agreed schedules.
• Leading monitoring and evaluation teams and conducting assessment, design and planning, development of methodology of tools, data analyses, report writing with constructive recommendations.
• Review of monthly, progress reports, quarterly, annual reports, and other reporting requirements.
• Assuring the compilation/documentation of program related information, processes, lessons learned, and success stories of the project.
• Develop periodic assessment and reporting templates and guidelines
• Building the capacity of field staff in developing, using and maintaining M &E systems by providing technical support, training and guidance, coaching and mentoring for effective program/projects implementation.
• Review follow-up projects proposals for the entry point sectors and new sector interventions.
• Assist the program staff to proactively use M&E information and tools.
• Carry out any other duties as requested by the Line supervisor.
3-Assist in implementation of new sectoral interventions This involves:**
• Advice on needs assessments for new situations as required.
• Assist in project baseline studies as requested by the operation coordinator and help in reviewing draft reports submitted by program team.
• Provide technical assistance in project planning, assisting programs in translating operational plan into actions, defining work priorities and performance through participatory mentoring and onsite visits as needed and requested by projects coordinator
4-Others This involves:**
• Participate in core management team activities
• Represent the field office in coordination meetings and any other meetings as requested
• Providing regular feedback to the Meal coordinator, and the country office.
• Assist in the documentation of the project meetings/workshops.
• Support in the development of promotional materials, project stories quarterly reports.
Language Skills
• Fluency in English and Arabic required, written and oral.
Qualifications and Experience
• University degree in either Statistics, Economics, Population Studies, Development Studies, Monitoring and Evaluation, Project Management or other relevant field.
• At least 2 to 3 Years relevant experience of Monitoring and Evaluation.
• Work experience in food security, livelihood, health & nutrition, WASH, education, community driven development projects and recovery programs.
• Demonstrated experience in developing assessment tools (e.g. questionnaire, focus group discussions).
• Competency in the use of statistical packages like Excel, SPSS, STATA, Mutlab and Epi-Info.
• Strong understanding of the Logical Framework Analysis (LFA) as well as capacity to develop and analyze problem and make strategic decision.
• Strong ability to work with team and work independently and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, teamwork, flexibility, innovation and leadership skills.
• Previous experience in conflict area will be an asset
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handing web based management systems.
General Skills
• Resourcefulness and confidentiality
• Excellent good proposal and report writing skills
• Exceptional communication skills
• Excellent training / facilitation and capacity building skills.
• Excellent negotiation and problem solving skills5.
• Good team management skills
• Good planning and analytical capacities
• Good Research skills
• Ability to work under pressure and extreme time constraints.
• Excellent communication and supervisory skills.
Competencies:
• Strong communication, interpersonal & technical skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Ability to multi-task effectively as well as display professionalism and confidence.
• Ability to work under pressure, with short time frames, and in risky situations.
• Able to visit and network with health facilities in accessible areas inside Syria.
• Proficiency in MS office and the ability to use software necessary for information management and reporting. (excel and word is a must )
Personal Attributes
• The incumbent must maintain strict confidentiality in performing the duties of the M&E officer.
• The incumbent must also demonstrate the following personal attributes:
o Be honest and trustworthy.
o Be respectful and flexible.
o Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity and demonstrate sound work ethics.
How to apply:
If you are reliable, service minded, discreet, and dedicated and a highly motivated professional, with a strong commitment to IRW’s values and beliefs, please apply by downloading the application form from https://www.facebook.com/IslamicReliefSyria and forward the completed form to Syria.Mission@irworldwide.org on or before the closing date.
Application procedure:
• Interested applicants that possess the personal specifications mentioned above may apply by completing the job application from the following link and send it to Syria.Mission@irworldwide.org before 10th February 2016 at 04:00 pm.
• Please complete all the application and send it before the deadline, as any incomplete or late application will be refused.
• You may attach your CV with the application if you like, but CVs alone are not accepted without the complete application.
• Please rename the application file before sending it with your name and the position that you are applying for, and save it with the same format (Word 97-2003 Document).
• For example: (Ahmed Essayed Mohammed - Project coordinator.doc)
• Submitting this application does not represent any responsibility on the organization of any kind, and the organization has the right to set standards as it deems appropriate for the job according to the information available about all applicants, and to select candidates who will attend a job interview from among the applicants in accordance with those standards.
• If you have any query regarding the application, please send it to Syria.Mission@irworldwide.org.