Deadline: 04 May 2023
Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is currently seeking applications from eligible applicants for the post of Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Specialist in Kabul, Afghanistan.
DRC fulfills its mandate by providing direct assistance to conflict-affected populations – refugees, internally displaced people (IDPs) and host communities in the conflict areas of the world.
Key Jobs Responsibilities
The Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Specialist will perform the following functions:
- CO MEAL Capacities and Commitments
- Apply and adapt DRC MEAL model and the relevant Building Blocks and guidance to the local circumstances and corresponding projects and programmes for relevant sector programming. As part of this, support MEAL Manager in designing and periodically reviewing the key MEAL frameworks (including project management and M&E plans, tools and methodologies).
- Coordinate with technical staff (Coordinator or Specialist) on MEAL processes.
- Apply DRC guidance with regards to GDPR and data protection for MEAL related data. Liaise with relevant internal counterparts responsible for data protection.
- Coordinate and support capacity building, training and support for MEAL and programme field staff to improve programme quality or any other MEAL needs.
- Results Monitoring and Programme Quality Support
- Develop appropriate monitoring, tracking, and reporting systems, including monitoring and evaluation plans, and methodologies, that enhance monitoring of program outputs and quality, generate quality evidence on program outcome and promote and ensure use of data for decision-making processes.
- Support the development of relevant and quality data collection tools for quantitative and qualitative research, e.g. baseline/endline surveys, needs assessments, beneficiary verification questionnaires, PDM tools, FGD/KII guides, and checklists.
- Contribute to the development of a qualitative assessment methodology in order to gain a deeper understanding of the impact of DRC programmes.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have:
- Bachelor Degree in social sciences, Agriculture, humanitarian and/or development studies, or relevant field
- Maters, Diplomas or Certification in M&E, IMS, Statistics or related fields an added value
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience within the humanitarian field, with minimum 2 years in monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning of humanitarian and development programmes in similar position.
- Demonstrated knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods, including participatory methodologies, and the nature and use of evidence.
- Advanced skills in design, implementation, and quality assurance throughout data collection, such as Kobo Toolbox, ODK, CommCare, and others.
- Very good skills in data analysis for quantitative and qualitative data as well as communicating evidence and capacity to produce high-quality reports.
- Experience in working in complex and volatile contexts Very good understanding of Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS) and ability to apply accountability and ethical standards in everyday work.
- Excellent skill in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Office365
- Strong planning and organizational skills
- Demonstrated commitment to meeting deadlines and a high degree of autonomy in his / her work.
- Demonstrated experience and motivation to learn on the job and advance in the role.
- Good verbal and written communication skills, ability to adjust communication with various stakeholders and audiences.
- Full professional proficiency in English.
How to Apply
Applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English through online process.
For more information, visit DRC.
