Meal Senior Officer (1 Year Non Renewable Contract) At International Rescue Committee

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MEAL Technical Oversight
Lead the MEAL system and processes for the IRC Re:Build project in harmony with the MEAL Country and Global Strategy throughout the project cycle which include:
Use learning, evidence, and data from previous projects to inform project proposal design;
Develop logical frameworks, MEAL plans, digital data collection tools, processes for online data management;
Develop and manage information management systems for monitoring and evaluation and generate periodic reports to inform and guide programs;
Oversee implementation of MEAL systems through regular field monitoring visits and tracking of Key Performance Indicators at the facility and camp level;
Establish and ensure timely data flow, quality checks, and audits, and updating of data visualization;
Supervise MEAL field activities;
Undertake regular analysis of monitoring data and work closely with program coordinators and managers to facilitate decision-making for real-time program adaptation;
Produce quality reports and updating dashboards with key findings that foster learning and decision-making and share in project cycle management meetings and team meetings;
Identify, detail, and share lessons learned to improve services and results for our clients.
Participate actively in the enforcement of Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Control (QC) and Quality Improvement (QI) measures for all field program interventions
Engage in the design, method, and conduct of surveys such as baseline and end line, and the commission of evaluations in coordination with colleagues and partners;
Advocate for and support the expansion of standard mobile data technology and online dashboard to enhance timeliness and quality of data collection, analysis and visualization;
Ensure a high level of communication and close working relationships with the project team, project implementers, and other key stakeholders; and
Join and contribute to IRC's effort in meeting its internal and external accountability commitments through the implementation of sound accountability, client feedback, and response mechanisms.

Data Collection and Analysis
Support data gathering and collection activities, to include:
Creation of electronic surveys using open-source tools like CommCare.
Staff training on use of mobile data collection tablets and surveying.
Assisting center staff in approaches to surveying clients at the center and also remotely, providing guidance and feedback on survey data collection.
Support survey development to respond to program monitoring, reporting and learning needs, monitor the quality of data collection, and provide additional guidance to staff after reviewing collected data.
Run system-based reports to provide program staff and management with updated program statistics on clients registered and by activity that are disaggregated by sex, age, nationality and location.

Monitoring and Evaluation System management
Manage the CommCare application used for program data storage and analysis, suggesting needed modifications and updates with the support of the ERD Technical Unit and management;
Train program and center staff on CommCare and entering and using system data; and
Troubleshoot any issues with data uploads and synching, and work with program staff to ensure high quality survey data and understanding of data collection procedures.

Leadership and partnership
Provide leadership on all technical aspects and actions of MEAL regarding the livelihood project; respond to program needs; foster high standards and practices for quality data, analysis, and reports. Enable accountability to clients, partners, and donors;
Improve MEAL systems and approaches and foster learning;
Represent IRC at technical meetings, forums, and other events, and build partnership within IRC and other areas of expertise;
Champion design, access and use of data by leaders and partners for shared learning and evidence-based decision-making; and
Collaborate with MEAL teams within and outside IRC to support harmonization of MEAL systems and approaches, sharing capacity and experiences.

Human Resources
Administratively and technically supervise MEAL officers, Assistants and enumerators as appropriate;
Coordinate, lead, mentor and support a dynamic small to medium team of MEAL staff; foster timely and high-quality achievement, and an inclusive and respectful team climate;
Promote the growth and development of others in IRC teams and partners in MEAL: Lead and craft high-quality technical training and learning materials for partners, colleagues, and junior staff;
Participate in the recruitment and onboarding of program MEAL officers, assistants, and (if relevant) external consultants.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Information Science, Monitoring and Evaluation, Computer Engineering, Research, Program Management, Economics or similar field
At least 5 years of managing data collection and analysis, with experience or concrete knowledge and experience in statistical analysis and data management software and methodology along with key platforms (CommCare, ONA, Power BI, KOBO and or ODK).
Computer literacy with possible advanced Ms word, Ms Excel, Ms PowerPoint and Ms access
Demonstrable experience and capacity in reporting, monitoring and evaluation, and using technology and mobile data collection to improve approaches.
Experience in humanitarian, non-profit or community engagement sectors preferred.
Strong ability to work independently, organize work, meet deadlines, maintain composure, prioritize work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail.
Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills, creativity and flexibility.
Personal qualities: promote collaboration and coordination within and across teams, comfortable in a multi-cultural environment, extremely flexible and adaptable, ability to contribute across multiple activities and departments.

Required Experience & Competencies
Good knowledge of monitoring and evaluation technologies, techniques, approaches and methodologies in livelihood programs.
Demonstrable experience and understanding of CommCare and PowerBi.
Demonstrable ability to meet deadlines with quality products.
Strong communication skills (oral and written).
Impeccable presentation skills.
Strong management skills (Managing, motivating and developing staff).
Excellent planning and organizational skills with the ability to appropriately manage and delegate work.


Nominal Salary: To be agreed

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