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JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the MEAL Coordinator, the role of the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) Specialist is responsible for providing technical support by developing a comprehensive MEAL system enabling International Medical Corps to demonstrate the impact of its response ensuring greater accountability. S/he will harmonize the MEAL approaches to ensure efficiency across mission and ensure compliance with IMC’s MEAL minimum standards, guidelines, and procedures. S/he will develop a harmonized capacity building plan based on standardized performance measures. The MEAL Specialist will provide the technical support to the design of methodologies to ensure the availability of valid and reliable information at the mission level. The MEAL Specialist also plays an important role in data quality by designing a MEAL system, procedures, policies, and Global MEAL Guidelines to harmonize data across different missions. The MEAL Specialist will provide technical support to the program and build capacity in the country Mission through harmonizing learning and knowledge sharing. The role holder will also support in project development including preparation and management of the MEAL budget, staffing plan and project design

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSABILITIES

IMC's policies, guidelines, and procedures

ý  Mainstream the Global MEAL Guidelines across all related MEAL activities at the field level and ensure the guidance notes for monitoring, evaluation, and accountability are functional at the field level.

ý  Map and detail the navigation, selection, application, and adaption of existing guidelines, tools, and templates at the relevant stages of the project cycle.

ý  Develop guidance and standards methodologies for the collection and analysis of data to allow for comparison and aggregation across time and the different projects.

ý  Actively promote Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) standards within IMC and amongst its beneficiaries.

ý  Contribute to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of the organization, notably through the application of the Code of Conduct, ethics, values, and standpoint with regards to internal and external actors.

Project design and planning

ý  Design and coordinate needs assessment and situation analysis through various approaches (e.g. direct data collection, secondary sources, problem tree analysis, SWOT analysis) and ensure that needs assessment and project design are linked.

ý  Support to program and MEAL team with developing the results framework, theory of change, logframe and MEAL plan including indicators for existing and new projects.

ý  Identify the budget/resources needed for MEAL activities of projects.

ý  Represent the organization in the MEAL and Assessment Working Groups promoting a positive image.

MEAL system

ý  In coordination with the Program Team and MEAL field Focal Points, establish a reliable participatory MEAL framework for the IMC Mission to ensure quality.

ý  Design full MEAL procedures and operating plans within the Mission and develop harmonized data collection tools involving the different stakeholders (project team, partners)

ý  Ensure that accountability to affected populations (AAP) data is collected routinely throughout the project cycle, enabling evidence-based programming and corrective action.

ý  Develop data gathering strategies and harmonize data collection, analysis and reporting flows for projects in country.

ý  Collaborate with the Mission’s information, communications and telecommunications (ICT) section to develop and maintain the MEAL technology system, including updating, troubleshooting, and promptly addressing all problems as they arise.

ý  Conduct regular site visits or when required to monitor service provision and ensure data quality.

 Data quality management

ý  Develop strategies for assessing the quality of collected data for the indicators and manage tools and methods for assessing data quality for all indicators.

ý  Organize the planning for project data quality audits and monitor and coordinate routine data quality audits conducted in different sites, compile results at the level of a project and develop actions plans to implement corrective measures.

ý  Coordinate data gathering and data management of population-based surveys and surveillance activities

Sampling techniques

ý  Use proper sampling (probability and non-probability) techniques taking into account desired power, type of evaluation (e.g. single point or multiple point; baseline vs endline), the objective of the evaluation (e.g. testing for change or getting a point prevalence), and budget limitations.

ý  Ensure adherence to prescribed methodologies of sampling, data collection, and data entry.

ý  Facilitate, guide and supervise external consultant (if applicable) in conducting needs assessment, surveys, evaluations and contextual analysis. Review the methodology, sampling approach and other important details proposed by the expert/consultant.

ý  Lead the development of sampling frame, calculate the sample size and draw samples for population-based surveys.

Qualitative and quantitative techniques

ý  Develop and use different qualitative and quantitate methods of data collection including structured/ semi structured interviews, key informant interviews, in-depth interviews, group discussions, focus group discussions and direct observations as an M&E tool. Conduct trainings on quantitative and qualitative techniques for data collection for MEAL, program and interviewers.

ý  Prepare tabulation plan and perform quantitative data analysis

ý  Perform qualitative textual analysis, develop topical outlines (coding) and support the team in narrating the findings.

ý  Keeping the social dynamics, manage errors/bias and strategy to minimize them and to ensure the data collected is representative of populations without power (avoiding over dependence on community leaders, local authorities, and/or government authorities as primary sources for defining communities’ needs and preferences).

ý  Develop Terms of Reference (ToR) outlining the objectives, methodology, sampling approach and other necessary details for the study to be conducted internally or by a consultant and oversee the logistics of data collection and data management and ensure adequate resources are available.

ý  Design questionnaires for monitoring purposes and apply the different interview techniques (structured/semi-structured).

ý  Conduct regular site visits or when required to monitor and assist partners in the data collection process to ensure data quality.

Mobile and manual data collection

ý  Determine the appropriate data collection tool based on the purpose, advantages and disadvantages of mobile data collection techniques.

ý  Design simple and complex questionnaire using XLS or form builder (Kobo form builder, ONA form builder, etc.)

ý  Support in installing and configuring mobile data collection tools (OKD collect, Kobo collect, ONA collect, etc.) on smart phones or tablets and manage data on mobile servers (Kobo form builder, ONA form builder, etc.)

ý  Increase capacity of other staff in developing XLS form and setting up mobile data collection.

ý  Management of various level of user roles at KoboToolBox and Ona

Data analysis, including use of statistical software.

ý  Develop guidance and standards methodologies for the collection and analysis of data to allow for comparison and aggregation across time and the different projects.

ý  Support MEAL and the project/program team on conducting statistical analysis including descriptive (univariate and bivariate data analysis) and inferential analysis using statistical software.

ý  Support the qualitative analysis, and develop topical outlines (coding).

ý  Develop spatial data from maps, documents, and other data sources.

ý  Analyze data and develop spatial data models and maps.

ý  Triangulate findings from several qualitative and quantitative sources.

ý  Interpret statistical data for use in decision-making and synthesize quantitative and qualitative information for write-up/reports and decision making.

Evaluation design

ý  Develop TOR for internal and external baseline survey, mid-term evaluations, final evaluations and frame the different types of study questions such as barrier analysis, market analysis, Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Surveys (KAP).

ý  Make a comprehensive situation analysis to inform an evaluation.

ý  Identify the needed resources for evaluation, such as information, expertise, personnel, instruments, and budget.

ý  Manage the administrative and logistic process of evaluations involving external evaluators.

ý  Train and supervise data gathering of internal performance evaluation and design and synthesize the findings from participative evaluation techniques (actively involving affected communities in the evaluation exercises)

Presenting information

ý  Write full narrative reports (needs assessments, internal reviews, progress reports) and executive summaries.

ý   Present information and 'tell the story of the project to multiple audiences and decision-makers based on the findings from the analysis and monitoring.

ý  Verify reports' accuracy and presentation of information, including the use of appropriate graphs and tables.

ý  Disseminate qualitative and quantitative results using the established dashboard or system as per agreed frequency.

ý  Presents AAP data in simplified yet informative formats, depicting disaggregated community perceptions on the quality of humanitarian actions and accountability commitments.

Management and leadership

ý  Support the Country Office in identifying the human resources needs in the MEAL department and support recruitment, onboarding, and training.

ý  Provide technical supervision and coordination of MEAL Officers from field sites.

Capacity development and training

ý  Provide training based on identified gaps.

ý   Provide coaching/mentoring of staff and on-the-job training to improve the skills of the staff in MEAL.

ý  Provide training and on-the-job learning to IMC staff and volunteers based on required skills for MEAL activities.

ý  Support program staff with additional training and mentoring on routine monitoring procedures and surveillance techniques.

Knowledge Management and Learning

ý  Support in developing KML mechanisms and processes for the mission while ensuring these mechanisms are in line with IMC's guidelines.

ý  Establish basic learning systems that incorporate program studies' findings, lessons learned, achievements and gaps, and develop all the tools required to support learning practices.

ý  Facilitate after-action reviews and lessons learned exercises, including data collected through CBFRM and other participative forms of community engagement and feedback collection.

Community-Based Feedback and Response Mechanism

ý  Provide technical support to the team on establishing and maintaining effective feedback mechanisms for decision making, fully in line with commitments regarding accountability to affected populations (AAP), including IASC CAAP, CHS, and Sphere Humanitarian Charter

ý   Implement and monitor the CBFRM, accountability initiatives, and practices across the mission.

ý  Lead the implementation of methodologies to consult communities on their preferences based on the operational context.

Cross-cutting themes

ý  Support IMC program staff and management to mainstream critical concepts around gender, age, disability protection, and conflict sensitivity across all projects and programs by:

ý  Supporting dedicated gender, protection, and conflict sensitivity analyses as may be required by programs.

ý  Following up with program teams to utilize findings and strengthen activities in line with gender, protection, and conflict-sensitive approaches.

Competency

ý  Able to identify gaps in staff knowledge of MEAL concepts and skills and provide training in these topics.

ý   Ability to write full narrative reports (needs assessments, internal reviews, progress reports) and executive summaries.

ý  Demonstrated understanding of data protection and confidentiality as part of data collection and management practices and ability to respect and maintain confidentiality.

ý  Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams.

ý  Competency in using statistical software EPI-Info, SPSS, and STATA.

ý  Possess skills in qualitative data analysis software such as MaxQDA, NVivo, Atlas.ti.

ý   Possess skills in mobile data collection software such as Ona, KoboToolBox.

ý   Have analytical, conceptual, and strategic thinking skills.

ý  Build collaborative relationships and foster teamwork

Job Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

ý  Master’s degree in information technology, Statistics, Demography or related discipline, public health with M&E experience

ý  At least 5 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation of programs, preferably with an International non-Government organization.

ý  Understand the basic monitoring and evaluation concepts and the purpose of MEAL.

ý  Personal and organizational skills, including time management and the ability to meet deadlines

ý  Knowledge of humanitarian accountability and understanding of the current accountability initiatives. 

ý  Knowledge of research and data collection methods and familiarity with statistical tools such as KOBO, ODK, Commcare, SPSS, Epilnfo, SMART, Stata, and others (at least two).

ý  Excellent oral and written English communication skills.

ý  Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.

ý  Strong analytical skills o excellent organizational and time management skills and a high level of attention to detail.

ý  Fully computer literate with working knowledge of database and spreadsheet applications and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

 Code of ConductAs applicable to this position, an individual must promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout the organization and maintain a clear understanding of International Medical Corps’ and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards. Staff are also responsible for preventing violations to our Code of Conduct and Ethics, which may involve Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption or Harassment.  If you see, hear or are made aware of any violations to the Code of Conduct and Ethics or Safeguarding Policy, you have an obligation to report. If this is a supervisory position, one must set an example of ethical behavior through one’s own conduct and oversight of the work of others; ensure that those who report to you have sufficient knowledge and resources to follow the standards outlined in the Code of Conduct & Ethics; monitor compliance of the people you supervise; enforce the Code of Conduct & Ethics and International Medical Corps’ policies, including the Safeguarding Policy and the Protection from Harassment, Bullying and Sexual Misconduct in the Workplace Policy, consistently and fairly; support employees who in good faith raise questions or concerns. SafeguardingIt is all staff shared responsibility and obligation to safeguard and protect populations with whom we work, including adults who may be particularly vulnerable and children. This includes safeguarding from the following conduct by our staff or partners: sexual exploitation and abuse; exploitation, neglect, or abuse of children, adults at risk, or; and any form of trafficking in persons. Equal Opportunities International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veter

How to Apply

Interested applicants who meet the above requirements should submit their application letter by clearly stating the position that you are applying for and through this LINK before October 02  2023.

NOTE: Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Note: IMC is equal opportunity employer and hence candidate from all background: religion, ethnic group, qualified women and people living with disabilities, etc are all encouraged to apply.

National Candidates : We strongly encourage national candidates to apply for this position. IMC strives to attract, motivate and retain qualified national staff in our programs.