Closing on 16th/11/2023 | MEAL Assistant Job Vacancy In Samburu | Save the Children
- MEAL Assistant-Samburu
- Kenya
- Job Description
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PURPOSE OF ROLE:
The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Assistant will work as a member of the county M&E team, which is in charge of program quality assurance, accountability, documentation, and learning, under the general supervision and direction of the Research and MEAL Specialist. He or she will be involved in the day-to-day sub-county implementation of the M&E system, which will include data entry, collecting, collation, analysis, and use for decision-making. The post holder will be expected to work beyond the typical role profile and be prepared to adjust working hours in the case of a serious humanitarian disaster.
BRANCH OF ROLE:
Answers to: The MEAL Officer
Employees attached to this position: none
No financial responsibilities
Important areas of accountability:
Handle data produced by MEAL operations, including action trackers and complaint databases.
Plan field visits to track program interventions and activities against quality benchmarks and checklists. Based on findings related to accountability and quality, generate and distribute reports to the management team and program team.
Encourage program personnel to improve stakeholder collaboration in planning and monitoring.
Contribute to the high caliber of program design by examining project plans, strategic plans, MEAL plans, log-frames, and outcomes frameworks, among other documents.
Make sure the program team follows the agreed-upon action plans on time and that the feedback loop is closed.
With the assistance of the research and MEAL specialist, provide all information (monitoring reports, CFM databases, preliminary verification reports, case studies, etc.).
Discuss CFM concerns and MEAL findings at each monthly meeting.
assistance in implementing the USAID Nawiri monitoring and assessment plan and instruments at the sub-county level
Gather data from routine program monitoring and communicate with the program team regarding data collecting and reporting.
Encourage the implementation and oversight of data gathering methods such as Quality Inquiry Surveys, Post Distribution Monitoring (PDM), and Annual Surveys.
timely input of monitoring data into computer- and mobile-based data collecting systems, as well as collaboration with MIS officers to address detected problems with data quality.
IPTT data entry on PRIME.
To make sure that program-based monitoring tasks are completed on time, assist with monitoring and evaluation activities.
assistance with holding routine data quality assurance and quarterly data review meetings.
Assist and work together with the M&E Officer to deliver reports and data summaries on schedule.
aid in keeping the Sub County level office’s file system transparent and easy to understand.
Encourage the testing and use of pertinent technologies to increase the MEL function of the program’s efficiency at the Sub-county level.
Enhance the Sub-County government’s M&E and data use platforms, which include mentoring, supportive supervision, review meetings, and data quality assurance.
Additional tasks as occasionally delegated by the supervisor
SKILLS NEEDED FOR THIS ROLE:
- Speaking with influence
- Builds trust and confidence with others by engaging them in conversation and ensuring that messages are sent on time and appropriately. Communicates effectively and confidently with others.
- Level necessary: Conclusive
- Creative and Flexible
- creates and executes creative ways to thrive in dynamic, uncertain global and professional contexts. Level necessary: Conclusive
- Making decisions and addressing problems
- assembles and assesses pertinent data from sources inside and outside the organization to make timely, well-informed judgments.
ACTIONS (Values in Action)
Responsibility:
holds oneself responsible for making choices, allocating resources wisely, and upholding and modeling the principles of Save the Children.
holds the group and its partners responsible for fulfilling their obligations; this is done by granting them the latitude to perform as they see fit, offering the support they need to advance, and enforcing the proper sanctions when desired outcomes are not met.
Aspiration:
takes ownership of their own personal growth, sets high standards for both themselves and their group, and motivates others in the group to follow suit.
extensively engages and inspires people while sharing their own personal vision for Save the Children.
Future-focused, strategically minded, and globally aware.
Cooperation:
establishes and preserves productive connections with their group, associates, members, and outside partners and supporters.
respects variety and views it as a source of edge over competitors.
personable, attentive, and simple to communicate with.
Originality:
fosters the creation of fresh, creative solutions.
able to accept calculated risks.
Honesty:
Sincere, promotes honesty and openness, and exhibits the greatest standards of integrity.
EXAM RATINGS:
- Must possess a minimum of a diploma in one of the following fields: population studies, development studies, public health, social sciences, or a related discipline (with courses in M&E, research and evaluation methodology, statistical analysis, or organizational development). An extra benefit is an undergraduate in a related faculty.
- a minimum of one to three years’ experience in monitoring and evaluating programs (entry level fresh graduate)
- An additional benefit will be a Certificate in Monitoring and Evaluation from UoN, AMREF, or KIM.
- a track record of doing evaluations and research, along with exceptional abilities in both qualitative and quantitative research and data analysis utilizing the appropriate tools, including ATLAS, SPSS, and STATA.
- proficient in both Kiswahili and English communication. Preferably in the local tongue (Samburu or Turkana).
SEARCH AND SKILLS:
Crucial
- A minimum of three years’ experience working on humanitarian or development projects for INGOs and/or UN agencies, with two or more years spent on field assignments and two or more years spent overseeing, evaluating, and learning for an international organization.
- An extra benefit is being conversant with USAID/FFP M&E requirements and having experience working on projects sponsored by the agency.
- Knowledge of and dedication to implementing community involvement and accountability mechanisms
- shown excellent monitoring and assessment abilities, including the ability to arrange and take part in assessments.
- Capacity to create lucid and persuasive evaluation and project reports
- Proficiency with diverse data analysis software and shown track record in utilizing mobile technologies for data gathering, including electronic data collection via tablets or other devices.
- outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities, as well as familiarity with spatial or statistical/graphical tools.
- a track record of success with the newest technologies, including web-based tools for data administration and analysis, digital tools for data collecting and mapping, Google apps, data visualization, and interactive dashboards.
- Capacity to function both alone and collaboratively
- outstanding interpersonal and communication abilities, as well as background working in multicultural, multi-location, values-driven teams.
- dedication to and comprehension of the goals, objectives, and tenets of Save the Children International
Idealized
- Preferred is prior experience working in arid and semi-arid land (ASAL) environments.
- exceptionally strong cultural sensitivity and aptitude for collaborating with individuals from a variety of cultures and backgrounds in an international setting
- An extra benefit is having knowledge of USAID/FFP M&E requirements and guidelines, as well as experience working on complicated, large-scale projects supported by the agency.
- expertise overseeing projects backed by both domestic and foreign donors
- expertise in capacity building and training expertise in representation and capacity to successfully represent SC in other forums
Extra duties associated with the job
The role holder may be asked to perform extra tasks that are appropriate for their level of expertise and experience in addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above.
Equitable Possessions
The job holder shall perform the duties in compliance with the policies and procedures of SCI pertaining to Equal Opportunities and Diversity.
Child Protection
Our selection process, which includes thorough background checks, represents our dedication to the protection of children from abuse in all its forms because we need to keep them safe.
Safety and Health
It is necessary for the role holder to perform the tasks in compliance with SCI Health and Safety policies and procedures.
THE INSTITUTION
- We work locally in more than 100 countries and employ almost 25,000 people worldwide to assist children who are impacted by crises or who require improved healthcare, education, and child safety. Additionally, we raise awareness and fight for children’s rights and make sure their voices are heard at the highest levels.
- By 2030, we want to have achieved three significant advancements in the way the world views children:
- Before turning five, not a single child passes away from avoidable causes.
- A good foundational education teaches all kids, and that,
- It is unacceptable to use violence against children anymore.
- As an equal opportunity employer, Save the Children aims to assign and hire the most competent individuals.
- Applications from female candidates are encouraged.
- Only those who have been shortlisted will be contacted.
Job Details
- Employment Number 4252
- Monitoring, Assessment, Accountability, and Learning by Job Category
- Date of Post: November 3, 2023, 06:21 AM
- Apply by November 16, 2023, at 8:59 p.m.
- Schedule of Work: Full-time
- Locations: Samburu – FO
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