Position:        Monitoring & Evaluation Assistant.

Location:       Dhamar, Yemen.

Reports to:    MEAL Coordinator (Technical).

                       Project Manager (Administrative).

Reference:    22-30

Duration:       Till August 31, 2022, renewable based on fund availability &  performance.

ABOUT ADRA: 

The Adventist Development and Relief Agency is an independent, humanitarian agency established for the specific purpose of providing individual and community development and disaster relief.  ADRA Yemen pursue a mission of changing the world by uplifting one life at a time. ADRA International serves 142 countries and was present in Yemen since 1995. It has more than 1200 aid workers serving in Yemen making it one of the biggest ADRA operations in the world. Its programs are supported by USAID, OFDA, The Japan Platform, DANIDA, German Foreign Office, German Humanitarian Aid, Sida, UNOCHA, UNHCR, WHO, WFP and DFID. It has presence in 14 Governorates in Yemen responding to all areas of humanitarian sectors. ADRA Yemen is undertaking programs in Yemen in the fields of health, child protection, education, women's protection and empowerment, NFI and food distribution, cash assistance, and livelihoods programming. Our work in these challenging settings gives rise to some of the most pressing issues facing contemporary humanitarian action, including questions of access, security, funding and coordination.

SUMMARY:

The Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning Assistant is responsible for ensure quality and accountability standards are integrated into the regular MEAL day to day activities. S/he will be providing technical support in all field monitoring, data collection, analysis, assessments, surveys, and learning activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The “Monitoring & Evaluation Assistant” will be responsible but not limited to:

Monitoring and Data Management:

• Working closely with the Project Manager and the Field Team to establish a mechanism for data collection tools (quantitative and qualitative) and reporting to ensure all monitoring requirements are met, including field monitoring.
• Organize, design, plan and carry out the collection, verification, evaluation, analysis, compilation and dissemination of MEAL data.
• Develop tracking tools for projects’ indicators to ensure that activities are tracked according to agreed plans.
• Conduct regular field visits to track progress against indicators and put in place systems for routing data quality checks and revisions.
• Work closely with the MEAL department and program staff to ensure data on project deliverables and achievements against the log frame is as accurate and up to date as possible and managed according to agreed processes and standards.
• Conducting data quality assessments on key activities and developing analytical reports.
• Provide M&E related orientation, training and ongoing mentorship for project and field staff.

Assessment, Surveys, and Learning:

• Regularly collect case studies, success stories, and human-interest stories that tell an interactive story of the development impact of project activities.
• Regularly conduct/analyze/report Baseline, End-line and Post Distribution Monitoring and other surveys, as requested.
• Work closely with the Project Manager to guide the regular sharing of the outputs of M&E findings with project staff, implementing partners, and primary stakeholders.
• Support the dissemination of quality data for decision making and feedback via regular information sharing with stakeholders and beneficiaries, and through publication of key project successes.
• Compiling and analyzing collected data in order to identify lessons learned and any gaps or problems; sharing results in project reflection meetings and reporting any concerns to the Project Manager and appropriate program staff.
• Conduct monthly market monitoring surveys and share the report on timely manner.

Reporting and Accountability:

• Work with the Project Manager to support the Program team in the monthly, quarterly, annual, and final reporting, ensuring that the reporting meets donor expectations and requirements.
• Identification and formulation of lessons learned from evaluations and studies to be integrates into the final report
• Participate in annual project reviews and planning workshops and prepare relevant reports;
• In coordination with the Project Manager, implement the Accountability Mechanism, including preparations of tools for feedback and complaint collecting and recording, and responding. 

  QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• University degree in social sciences, development, or related fields.
• At least one year of experience working in monitoring and evaluation with NGO, including design of systems and tools, data analysis and report writing
• Demonstrated experience in field monitoring and conducting surveys.
• Experience in writing quality reports.
• Implementing accountability systems such as complaints, feedback, and response mechanism.
• Computer skills with full knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with remote data collection tools and processes (ODK, Kobo, Magpi, etc.)
• Strong data analysis skill. The use of SPSS software is
• Facilitation, training, and coaching skills
• Good organizational skills, attention to detail and reporting in a timely manner.
• Teamwork and Management skills.
• Ability to work with variety of staff and personalities, building consensus between various stakeholders involved in the MEAL process and provide customized solutions to complex MEAL challenges.
• Excellent English skills (verbal and writing).

ADRA’S VALUES:

We uphold the Humanitarian Principles; our key values: