Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Assistant

Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Assistant

WHO ARE WE?

The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfillment of the wish to return home. The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956, and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced. All of our efforts are based on our value compass:  humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Assistant will support the planning and implementation of all MEAL processes and activities required for Kunar-related Programme activities. Further, s/he will be directly responsible for: a) timely reporting on findings of monitoring visits; b) leading and coordinating data collection (including training and management of enumerators) on the assigned sectors in coordination with the MEAL TL and CO MEAL Specialists; c) debriefing and follow-up of action points with relevant program staff; d) analysis and reporting of MEAL data with support from CO MIS if needed; and e) follow-up on the IPTT with program staff. S/he will submit daily updates and weekly reports to the MEAL TL and. S/he is also responsible in supporting the strengthening of accountability mechanisms within Kunar sub-office, in close collaboration with CO Accountability Officer. 

Responsibilities:

Implementation of MEAL system

• Support in planning and implementing the MEAL framework in Kunar Programme activities in collaboration with MEAL TL and CO MEAL
• Support on the development of MEAL plans and lead on Kunar specific single projects
• Implement MEAL Plan-compliant MEAL processes for the collection, analysis and usage of data to measure progress against indicators and promote programmatic learning on sectors assigned
• Plan according to priorities in consultation with MEAL TL and CO MEAL, including dissemination of work plans and MEAL information products
• Conduct routine monitoring of all sectoral assigned project activities
• Ensure follow-up and resolution of feedback and actions agreed during debriefing with program
• Support on the implementation of evaluation and learning activities

Data collection tools development and use

• Support on the planning and/or conducting field data collection and field monitoring exercises with support from the MEAL TL and guidance with CO MEAL staff
• Support in field testing of questionnaires and provide feedback
• Support the development of relevant and quality data collection tools assigned by CO MEAL staff
• Track routine and outcome monitoring activities of projects

Data management, analysis and use

• Collaborate with CO Information Management Officer to ensure appropriate data management of Kunar MEAL data including coding, storage, cleaning and analysis
• Closely coordinate with relevant Programme staff to ensure project-relevant information is shared and used to properly track progress of projects
• Closely coordinate with relevant Programme staff, in coordination with MEAL TL and CO MEAL, to ensure project-relevant information is shared and used to properly track progress of projects (i.e. PDM reports, Distribution monitoring, IPTT)
• Support on the presentation of key MEAL findings (internally or externally)

Coordination with program

• Liaise with program staff on MEAL activities and findings
• Follow-up trackers tools (i.e. Activity tracker, IPTT) is being used

Reporting

• Lead in creating monitoring reports after field visits
• Lead or support on Outcome monitoring reports assigned (e.g. post distribution monitoring report, satisfaction survey, post implementation survey)
• Support MEAL TL in writing lessons learned report

Management and capacity building

• Lead and responsible for enumerators output during data collection
• Support MEAL TL, in providing training or sessions on MEAL process and tools to MEAL and program staff (both DRC and partners)

Accountability

• Closely coordinate with the CO Accountability Officer to ensure relevant Programme teams properly implement accountability measures as per DRC standards and in line with the Core Humanitarian Standards
• Follow-up complaints or feedback

Others 

Assist in other tasks as required by the MEAL TL or MEAL Manager, including extensive support to other Programmes / sectors whenever deemed necessary

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role you must have:

Experience and Technical Competencies: 

• Minimum 6 months of relevant experience within the humanitarian field or on monitoring and evaluation
• Experience in data collection, XLS coding
• Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
• Documented results related to the position's responsibilities

Education:

• University Degree in social sciences, humanitarian and/or development studies, Statistics, Management Information System, Business Administration, M&E, PCM or fields related to the position

Languages:

• Intermediate level of English is an asset, both written and verbal
• Ability to work in Dari and a fluency at least in two of the following: Pashto/Uzbek/Turkmen

We Offer:

• Salary and conditions will be in accordance with DRC Salary Scale

Application process:

Interested? Then apply for this position, all applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in the same language as this vacancy note. CV only applications will not be considered.

Applications close 09 Mar 2021.