MMC Project Coordinator

Overall purpose of the role: Under the supervision of the 4Mi Project Manager, the MMC Project Coordinator for Tunisia is in charge of the implementation of the 4Mi research project in Tunisia. He/she supervises and manages data collection collected by 4Mi Field Monitors, ensures quality control over the data collection, coordinates with MMC in North Africa on management and strategic development of activities in Tunisia, and supports MMC operations in Tunisia. Occasionally, he/she contributes to the analysis of data and writing of the research outputs.

Responsibilities: (in bullet points)

Team and quality management

• Responsible for the daily supervision of the 4Mi operations in Tunisia and ensuring a high level of quality in data collected;
• Supports line manager in  the selection, training and daily supervision of 4Mi Field Monitors, as per regional guidelines;
• Supervises between 10 and 20 4Mi monitors in Tunisia;
• Supervise  1 Project Assistant in the country and contributes to their professional development;
• In coordination with the 4Mi regional team, ensure the development of adequate tracking, monitoring and internal communication tools;
• Work closely with support departments to make timely payments to all field-based monitors;
• In collaboration with the Information Management and Analysis Officer, responsible for the monthly validation and cleaning of data according to MMC’s standards;
• Proactively contribute to the 4Mi strategy in Tunisia and in the region;
• Proactively suggest, develop and implement appropriate technical and management tools to carry out his/her task effectively;
• Take the lead in proposing creative solutions when meeting challenges in project implementation;

Coordination

• Daily monitoring and reporting of relevant information that might affect the smooth implementation of project activities in the country;
• Occasionally represent MMC at coordination meetings with DRC teams or humanitarian partners working on Tunisia;
• Occasionally communicate on MMC’s activities according to DRC’s code of conduct;

Research

• Contribute to the design of the MMC research agenda,
• Occasionally, contribute to the design of qualitative and quantitative questionnaires, conduct fieldwork and contributes to data analysis and report writing;
• Stay up-to-date on the latest mixed migration research in Tunisia;

Other

Any additional tasks in support of the 4Mi project.

Experience and technical competencies: (include years of experience)

• At least 3- year experience in supervising teams, preferably in outreach projects;
• At least 3-year experience in data collection, conducting surveys and other research activities;
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of mixed migration issues, particularly within the Tunisian context;
• Proficiency in IT systems, including android-based applications;
• Outstanding organizational skills;
• Excellent ability to work under minimal supervision and strong problem-solving skills;
• Enthusiastic about learning, excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Strong verbal and written communication.

Education: (include certificates, licenses etc.)

• Preferably Master’s degree in a relevant field, including but not limited to research methods, international development, migration studies or business administration.

Languages: (indicate fluency level)

• Written and verbal fluency in English and Arabic;
• Professional proficiency of French is an asset.

Key stakeholders: (internal and external)

• DRC Tunisia and North Africa program teams
• MMC
• Humanitarian community in Tunisia