About this role
Essential Responsibilities
The incumbent will be required to:
• Assist in preparation of MEL plans, project log frames and implementation to ensure adherence to Mercy Corps' Minimum Standards, including the use of standardized tools, indicators, and documentation methodologies.
• Support the M&E teams in designing/updating M&E tools, as well as in guiding data collection and analysis as required.
• Support M&E unit in the design and implementation of assessments, different surveys and other pre- and post-data collection and analysis tools.
• Actively support in any additional evaluation MEL activities, including but not limited to baseline surveys, Rapid Need Assessments (RNAs), PDMs, baselines, midlines, end-line evaluation studies and any other household surveys.
• Regularly document lessons learned, best practices, program data analysis summaries, and evaluations and provide evidence-based information, success stories, case studies and other high-quality, results-based documentation.
• S/ He will be tasked with serving as the focal person for the Community Accountability and Reporting Mechanism (CARM), ensuring the effective implementation of CARM activities in the field. Consolidate of periodic findings and recommendations of periodic progress M&E reports for submission to Senior Management.
• Actively collaborate with the M&E unit in conducting Data Quality Assurance (DQA) procedures to ensure the accuracy and integrity of collected data.
• Responsible for conducting SRs office visits to conduct the on-site data verification process
• Regularly update the TOLA data to reflect the project's progress and alignment with its anticipated results and indicators.
• Offer support to SRs and other project partners on effective record-keeping practices and the proper maintenance of project-related folders.
• Responsible for conducting monthly work plans review submitted by implementing partners in comparison to the SR-wise targets and Performance Framework.
• Coordination with SRs regarding timely submission of requests and reconciliation of R&R tools, project assets and other IEC material
• Participate in SR staff meeting, prepare and present a presentation of the PR unit and finalize minutes of meeting, follow up with SRs on given timeline.
• Carry out field monitoring visits in line with the M&E Plan to ensure that the data collection tools are properly used in the field and data entry is being done on the required formats/systems following deadlines.
• Provide on-site technical support and capacity building to field teams for the implementation of project activities.
• Prepare field monitoring reports, ensure that the monitoring reports are sent to the SRs after appropriate review and finalization. Follow up with SRs in this regard and update important issues in the issue log.
• Prepare a presentation for the field monitoring issue and present it in different meetings, share important findings with component leads
• Conduct follow-up of the recommendations made in the previous visits.
• Support the PR unit in GF, LFA, CCM and other review missions.
• Follow all policies and procedures of Mercy Corps, including Safety & Security Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Any other task or responsibility assigned by the Senior M&E Officer and the Senior Coordinator Monitoring.
SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES
• Actively learns safeguarding and integrates it into their work, including safeguarding risks and mitigations related to their area of work.
• Practices the values of Mercy Corps, including respecting the dignity and well-being of participants and fellow team members.
• Encourages openness and communication in their team; encourages team members to submit reports if they have any concerns using reporting mechanisms, e.g., Integrity Hotline and other options.
Supervisory Responsibility
None
Accountability
Reports Directly To: Senior M&E Officer
Works Directly With:
• M&E officers
• Regional Coordinator of implementing partners
Accountability to Participants and Stakeholders
Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our program participants, community partners, other stakeholders, and to international standards guiding international relief and development work. We are committed to actively engaging communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
Minimum Qualification & Transferable Skills
Master's degree in social sciences or equivalent, at least 3-5 years of field experience in the social or development sector, preferably 2 of these years should be with an INGO. Two years' experience in M&E, including field monitoring, desk monitoring, working on different monitoring tools, compiling and analyzing data and supportive supervision. Strong knowledge of M&E principles is a must. Experience working in a Global Funded program will be a plus. Experience working in public health programs, especially the TB program, will be an advantage. Good communication skills, proficiency in written and spoken English and knowledge of local languages. Candidate should have a good working knowledge of MS WORD (Advanced user), MS EXCEL (Advanced user), MS PowerPoint, MS OUTLOOK (Working Knowledge) and data analysis and visualization software.
SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES
• Actively learns safeguarding and integrates it into their work, including safeguarding risks and mitigations related to their area of work.
• Practices the values of Mercy Corps, including respecting the dignity and well-being of participants and fellow team members.
• Encourages openness and communication in their team; encourages team members to submit reports if they have any concerns using reporting mechanisms, e.g., Integrity Hotline and other options.
Supervisory Responsibility
None
Accountability
Reports Directly To: Senior M&E Officer
Works Directly With:
• M&E officers
• Regional Coordinator of implementing partners
Accountability to Participants and Stakeholders
Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our program participants, community partners, other stakeholders, and to international standards guiding international relief and development work. We are committed to actively engaging communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
Minimum Qualification & Transferable Skills
Master's degree in social sciences or equivalent, at least 3-5 years of field experience in the social or development sector, preferably 2 of these years should be with an INGO. Two years' experience in M&E, including field monitoring, desk monitoring, working on different monitoring tools, compiling and analyzing data and supportive supervision. Strong knowledge of M&E principles is a must. Experience working in a Global Funded program will be a plus. Experience working in public health programs, especially the TB program, will be an advantage. Good communication skills, proficiency in written and spoken English and knowledge of local languages. Candidate should have a good working knowledge of MS WORD (Advanced user), MS EXCEL (Advanced user), MS PowerPoint, MS OUTLOOK (Working Knowledge) and data analysis and visualization software.
Success Factors
Must have strong coordination, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Must be a team player, be able to work proactively. Must be adaptable and flexible. Should be able to work under stress. Time management is critical to the success of this program.
Ongoing Learning
In support of our belief that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities we serve, we empower all team members to dedicate 5% of their time to learning activities that further their personal and/or professional growth and development
Team Engagement and Effectiveness
Achieving our mission starts with how we build our team and collaborate. By bringing together individuals with a variety of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives, we strengthen our ability to solve complex challenges and drive innovation. We foster a culture of trust and respect, where every team member is valued for their contributions, empowered to reach their full potential, and motivated to do their best work.
We recognize that building a strong and effective team is an ongoing process, and we remain committed to learning, improving, and growing together.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.
Safeguarding & Ethics
Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC and have signed on to the Interagency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere to Mercy Corps Code of Conduct Policies and values at all times. Team members are required to complete mandatory Code of Conduct elearning courses upon hire and on an annual basis.
As an applicant, if you witness or experience any form of sexual misconduct during the recruitment process, please report this to Mercy Corps Integrity Hotline ([email protected]).
NOTE:
• Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
• The management reserves the right to accept or reject any or all CV(s) without assigning any reason.
• Preference will be given to local candidates.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and females and transgender individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.