MEAL Assistant – Azaz office At Islamic Relief

VACANCY REFERENCE: MA-AZ-039

JOB SUMMARY

JOB SUMMAR

Under the direct supervision of the MEAL officer (Line manager), the MEAL associate will be responsible for implementing and coordination of all monitoring activities and aspects, this includes, implementation of the collection, analysis, and reporting of data as required. Implementing MEAL tools; implementing data collection activities, utilizing technological hardware and software used for data collection; and preparing reports, data, and complaint mechanism for IRW projects in Azaz. To ensure that existing systems are used properly and proactively contributes to improve and enhance these systems when gaps or weaknesses are identified. Financial, physical monitoring of the context. The MEAL associate will also work closely with MEAL officer (Line manager), the Area supervisor, the Program team, and partners as well to identify monitoring and reporting needs. The MEAL associate will be based in Azaz Office – Syria, with frequent travel to the project’s sites in other sub offices.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor the projects’ activities particularly projects by setting a smart plan that operationalizes the monitoring plan/ Performance Monitoring Framework (PMF and other documents e.g. DIP and output using the assigned tools.
• Collecting the required data for projects using the tools identified in the Monitoring Plan/Performance Monitoring Framework (PMF).
• Effectively and efficiently managing monitoring teams, enumerators, etc.
• Prepare regular and other periodic reports according to the reporting schedules and within the quality required.
• Contributing to the lessons learned process by collecting and recording the lessons learned from the related staff on a regular basis using the agreed mechanism and sharing it with the line manager when demanded.
• Assist MEAL officer (Line manager) adjusts specific activities in the response if the monitoring data indicates that the support provided is not meeting quality standards or is not as effective as it could be in responding to priority community needs.
• Assist MEAL officer (Line manager) to communicate any significant changes in the response to stakeholders, including community members, local government.
• Planning field activities and collecting information pertaining to various interventions from monitoring sites and other sources.
• To use participatory methods and approaches for monitoring and discussing with beneficiaries and community leaders.
• Assist MEAL officer (Line manager) to ensuring functionality of beneficiary Accountability and Complaint mechanisms and contributed to ensuring that the complaints and feedback mechanisms have been implemented as per IR policies and procedure by ensuring that the CRM elements are available, and the various stakeholders have full access to the CRM.
• To participate in needs assessments, surveys, and other assessments in collaboration with IRW relevant local partners and NGOs.
• To participate in staff meetings and to give suggestions on setting up field questionnaires.
• To work in co-ordination with the team and other concerned parties including IRW projects’ teams to maintain regular exchange of information.
• To carry any other assigned tasks compatible with the job description when requested by MEAL officer (Line manager).

Others This involves:

• Participate in core team activities.
• Represent the field office in coordination meetings and any other meetings as requested.
• Providing regular feedback to the MEAL officer (Line manager), and the country office.
• Assist in the documentation of the project meetings/workshops.
• Support in collection of project stories, reports, lessons learned, good practices, photos, and case studies.

Qualifications and Experience

1. University degree in either Statistics, Economics, Population Studies, Development Studies, Monitoring and Evaluation, Project Management, or other relevant field.
2. At least 3 Years’ relevant experience of Monitoring and Evaluation.
3. Work experience in humanitarian and development sectors e.g. food security, livelihood, health & nutrition, education, community driven development projects and recovery programs.
4. Demonstrated experience in developing assessment tools (e.g. questionnaire, focus group discussions).
5. Competency in the use of statistical packages like Excel, Kobo, and Epi-Info.
6. Strong understanding of the Logical Framework Analysis (LFA) as well as capacity to develop and analyze problems and make strategic decisions.
7. Strong ability to work with team and work independently and meet tight deadlines.
8. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, teamwork, flexibility, innovation, and leadership skills.
9. Previous experience in conflict area will be an asset.
10. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handing web-based management systems.

Language Skills

Fluency in English and Arabic required, written and oral.

IT skills

• Very Good computer skills.
• Proficiency in the internet and search tools.
• Proficiency in MS office and the ability to use software necessary for project management and reporting. (Excel and word are a must)

General Skills

1. Experience in working in emergency or development field, ideally with NGOs.
2. Experience on monitoring methodologies.
3. Proven experience in working with participatory methodologies.
4. Good understanding of food security, livelihood, health & nutrition, WASH, education, community driven development projects and recovery programs.
5. Good oral and written reporting skills.
6. Good communication skills and willingness to work in team.
7. Ability to gather information and present in a report