Monitoring and Evaluation:
Assist in the development and/or finalization of the project Work Plan and keep it updated in accordance with project activities and timeframes as relevant.
Develop the overall framework, for project M&E, for example mid-term project review, impact assessment, final evaluation, develop project Performance Monitoring Plan with relevant data collection systems.
Regularly collect, analyze, and report on project performance indicators.
Conduct baseline, midline, and endline assessments and contribute to impact evaluations.
Review the quality of existing data in the project subject areas, the methods of collecting it, and the degree to which it will provide good baseline statistics for impact evaluation.
Accountability and Learning:
Establish and maintain mechanisms to capture beneficiary feedback, ensuring that project implementation is responsive to community needs.
Ensure compliance with accountability standards and promote transparency in project activities.
Document lessons learned, best practices, and success stories for internal and external sharing.
Facilitate regular learning sessions with project staff to inform adaptive project management.
Capacity Building, Reporting and Compliance:
Train and support project staff and stakeholders in MEAL concepts, tools, and practices.
Build the capacity of local partners to enhance data collection, analysis, and reporting.
Prepare timely and accurate MEAL reports for internal use, donors, and stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with EU and IOM MEAL standards and guidelines.
Produce reports on M&E findings and prepare presentations based on M&E data as required.
Check that monitoring data are discussed in appropriate forum and in a timely fashion in terms of implications for future action. If necessary, create such discussions to fill any gap.
Other
Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Project Manager and the Executive Director.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Social Sciences, Statistics,
Development Studies, or a related field. A master's degree is an added advantage.
At least 3 years of experience in MEAL roles, preferably in WASH, livelihoods, or resilience-building projects.
Strong knowledge of MEAL methodologies, tools, and frameworks, including logical frameworks and result-based management.
Proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., SPSS, STATA, or Power BI) and advanced MS Excel skills.
Demonstrated ability to engage communities and implement accountability mechanisms.
Excellent communication and report-writing skills in English. Experience in developing and refining data collection tools.
Experience with data quality assessments and oversight.
Proven ability to work in multicultural environments and with diverse stakeholders.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Willingness to travel to the field as and when needed.
Experience in working in insecure environment and ability to strictly adhere to
OSDA's security operating procedures.