M&E Officer

• Location: Aden/Lahj Governorates (with regular travel to other sites).
• Period: 9 months, renewable subject to performance.
• Duty Station: Life Makers Meeting Place Organization (LMMPO),Aden/Lahj –Yemen.
• Terms: Full Time Position (8 Eight hours per working day), with field visits to the work sites.
• Classification: MEAL Management.
• Expected start Date: 01-07-2025.
• Job grade: - Fourth degree.

Foreword:

LMMPO; 18 years of diligent engagement in Yemeni humanitarian and Development undertaking, is now regarded as one of the leading organizations in humanitarian response and development as well as development of young people's abilities. Investing and benefiting from the abilities and talents of young people constitutes a passion for us, but also is the essence of our mission and focus of our work and it is on top of our goals for which we are working hard to achieve. Thus, we have implemented several successful activities and programs that have had a real favorable impact on young people and the society in general. That success, inevitably, will not be possible without the support of our teams, donors, partners and other stakeholders. 
LMMPO is keen to have a competent candidate to fill the position of M&E Officer.

Purpose/Scope of the task

Develops proper monitoring and evaluation planning based on the major indicators of project. Ensures that relevant project activities are tracked and maintains monitoring and evaluation system to best measure the quality, progress and impacts (results) of all project activities. Also, he/she will ensure the quality of all the purchases of the project and procedures of the project activities are in line with internal policies of LMMPO.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

project M&E Officer: 

1.    Track the progress of project activities to ensure they are on schedule and achieving desired outcomes.
2.    Collect and document data on project results, outputs, and impacts to measure success and inform future decisions.
3.    Design and implement tools and forms for data collection and monitoring.
4.    Ensure the accuracy and completeness of the beneficiary database, updating it regularly.
5.    Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess project performance.
6.    Ensure timely and accurate reporting to donors, meeting all requirements and deadlines.
7.    Promote transparency and accountability by sharing information with stakeholders and beneficiaries.
8.    Establish and manage a system for receiving and addressing feedback or complaints from beneficiaries and stakeholders.
9.    Conduct awareness sessions on CFM in coordination with the CFM Focal Point.
10.    Facilitate sessions to capture and share lessons learned from project implementation to improve future activities.
11.    Collaborate closely with the Unit at LMMPO to align M&E activities with organizational goals.
12.    Coordinate with the donor M&E Specialist to ensure all monitoring and evaluation activities are aligned with the donor standards and effectively implemented.
13.    Understand the local context, including cultural, social, and political dynamics, to ensure M&E activities are relevant and effective.
14.    Communicate effectively with stakeholders, beneficiaries, and team members to ensure clarity and collaboration.
15.    The officer will have regular field visits to monitor activities and engage with beneficiaries.
16.    Perform administrative and reporting tasks in the office, including data analysis, report writing, and database management.
17.    Lead and support data collection and reporting for baseline and endline evaluations, and PDM to assess project impact, beneficiary satisfaction, and implementation effectiveness as well as detailed field visit reports.
18.    Any other tasks assigned by the MEAL Unit at LMMPO.

Qualifications and Skills 

Study and Training:

• University degree (Bachelor's or equivalent) in a related field (Business Administration, International Development, etc.) Master's degree in related field is preferred.
• 4-5 years of experience in Monitoring & Evaluation Management /Risk experience with background in risk analysis preferred.

Languages:

• Fluent in Arabic and English (Speaking and Writing). 

Skills:

• Competence in using information Technology (IT) including Word, Excel and common packages such as DHIS, ONA, GBVIMS, SPIMS, SPSS, EXCEL, etc.
• Strategic thinking skills. 
• Decision making.
• Analytical Skills.
• Monitoring & Evaluation Analytical Skills.
• Ability to achieve planned goals.
• Ability to work under pressure. 
• Excellent planning and interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Team management and knowledge transfer
• Ability to travel.
• Proven ability of using MEAL system.
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively.
• High quality report writing.

Position Includes: -

The (Basic salary, Appearance & Transportation Allowances, Social Security, Payroll Tax, Other Benefits (Communications Allowance), Health & Life Insurance.]