IOM seeks to recruit a Monitoring and Evaluation Officer – Maputo, Mozambique
Description :
Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
Internal and external candidates will be considered for this vacancy. For the purposes of this vacancy, internal candidates are defined as staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded or ungraded contract, including Junior Professional Officers (JPOs), staff on Special Leave Without Pay (SLWOP), and staff members on secondment/loan released by the Organization, unless otherwise specified in their contract. Staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded contract will not retain their contract type if appointed to an ungraded position.
Context :
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission and in close coordination with the Emergency Coordinator and Heads of Sub-Offices, the successful candidate will oversee the Monitoring and Evaluation activities of IOM programmes specific to Mozambique.
S/he will work as a technical lead in providing Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) guidance, supervision and recommendations to ensure that the M&E systems meet the needs of programs and senior leadership and in line with the specific donors’ requirements.
Core Functions / Responsibilities :
- Develop the overall M&E systems for the Programme design in line with donor compliance and needs on the ground including M&E plans, including log frames, M&E frameworks and data collection tools for Mozambique operations ;
- Support project development and donor reporting by providing technical support to project managers at proposal development stage in coordination with PD Officer, and lead the development and revision of results frameworks, log frames, and budgeting for M&E. Ensure improved adherence to program standards and better responsiveness to issues arising during implementation ;
- Guide the process for identifying the key performance questions, indicators and parameters for monitoring programmes/projects performance and achievements, for comparing it to purposes and targets, and for preparing evaluations; Design the format for reporting on results and performance ;
- Draft, compile and/or review monitoring reports, analyze them and identify the causes of potential bottlenecks in project implementation and necessary corrective actions ;
- Ensure compliance with quantitative and qualitative monitoring requirements to provide relevant information for monitoring and evaluation of programme/project activities, and for complying with regular reporting requirements. This includes reports from partners and consultants ;
- Ensure the regular sharing of M&E findings with relevant stakeholders in the Mission and other IOM offices and departments, and that monitoring data are discussed in the appropriate forum in a timely manner, also in terms of implications for future action ;
- Design, test and regularly review the information and data collection tools ensuring the compliance with relevant monitoring and reporting requirements as well as quality control mechanisms; Guide the information and data collection process ;
- Liaise with internal and external M&E groups to keep abreast of current M&E practices linking to project development opportunities. This includes building relationships with M&E counterparts in Mozambique ;
- Design and organize regular training/learning, capacity building and mentorship sessions on M&E taking advantage of existing training packages developed globally and through regional offices; this should be done in order to:
- Promote and integrate Accountability to Affected Populations; b. promote adherence to agreed standards of implementation; c. create greater awareness of reporting requirements ;
- encourage widespread use of appropriate data collection methods; e. gather feedback regarding the effectiveness of these methods ;
- Undertake regular monitoring visits to project locations for activity, compliance monitoring plus verification and to identify where adaptations/corrections might be needed ;
- Support the follow up on findings and recommendations of programme reviews and evaluations to ensure that related recommendations are well-understood and taken into account for the continued implementation of the programme and future project development ;
- Promote continuous learning for self and others regarding assessments and reports produced by other agencies and organizations and ensure relevant and important information is incorporated in reports and future strategies. Contribute to the strategic planning of the IOM programme activities ;
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned .
Required Qualifications and Experience :
Education :
- Master’s degree in Demography or Social Science, International Relations, Statistics or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience ; or
- University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience .
Experience :
- Experience with logical framework approach and other strategic planning approaches, M&E methods and approaches (including quantitative, qualitative and participatory), planning and implementation of M&E systems, facilitating learning- oriented analysis sessions of M&E data with multiple stakeholders, information/data analysis and report writing ;
- Proven experience and competence in project development, quantitative and qualitative M&E methods, data analysis, reporting and understanding of contemporary trends and innovations in the field of monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (MEAL);Substantial experience in the data collection, analysis, design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation plans in small-scale grants, preferably with experience in the field of research, monitoring and/or evaluation ;
- Strong background in research is an asset ;
- Proven experience with strategic planning approaches, M&E methods and approaches, planning and implementation of M&E systems, information/data analysis and report writing ;
- Sound knowledge of development program planning and implementation objectives ;
- Prior experience in working in a program is an asset ;
- Strong ability to understand, develop and implement administrative and financial control procedures ;
- Computer/software literate, preferably advanced skills in excel, PowerPoint, SPSS, kobo tool box, ODK and report writing ;
- Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish effective and working relations with local staff and other stakeholders ;
- Experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-governmental or governmental institutions/organizations in a multi-cultural setting.
Languages :
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge in Portuguese is an advantage.
1 Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).
Required Competencies :
Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values :
- Inclusion and respect for diversity : respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
- Integrity and transparency : maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
- Professionalism : demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
Core Competencies – behavioural indicators :
- Teamwork : develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
- Delivering results : produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
- Managing and sharing knowledge : continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
- Accountability : takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
- Communication : encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way
Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators :
- Leadership : provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the organization’s vision; assists others to realize and develop their potential.
- Empowering others & building trust : creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
- Strategic thinking and vision : works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
Other :
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.
The appointment is subject to funding confirmation.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment or visa requirements and security clearances.
No late applications will be accepted.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 17 July 2019 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment
Posting period :
From 11.07.2019 to 17.07.2019
No Fees :
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
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