Consultance : Recrutement d’un(e) Spécialiste du suivi, de l’évaluation et de l’apprentissage (MEL) à Sri Lanka.

 

 

 

 

 

Summary of Responsibilities

  • In coordination with our headquarters-based MEL specialist, and MEND COP/DCOP develop and manage a monitoring, evaluation and learning system across all program components, including indicators to report on program results.
  • Provide training and mentoring in M&E planning, data collection and reporting to IREX program staff and partner organizations.
  • Ensure that all MEL activities are implemented according to schedule.
  • Ensure the data collection process is functioning in all activity locations to provide quality data within deadlines.
  • Regularly review data collection processes, perform data quality assessments, and adjust as needed.
  • Conduct visits to project sites to provide technical assistance and ensure proper monitoring of project activities.
  • Produce narrative program performance reports.
  • Compile quantitative and qualitative data for inclusion in quarterly, semi-annual, and annual reports.
  • Format the quarterly, semi-annual, and annual reports.
  • Communicate information obtained through MEL activities to IREX staff, and various external stakeholders, including donors and local beneficiaries.
  • Liaise with IREX implementing partners that contribute monitoring and evaluation products for program activities.
  • Develop M&E tools to measure and the impacts of newly designed MEND activities.
  • Design tailor-maid evaluation toolkits to measure the impact of MEND activities.
  • Coordinate with IREX/MEND trainers and consultants and provide necessary inputs for the development of M&E tools to measure the impact of their training.
  • Review the reports of external consultants and trainers and coordinate with them the delivery of high-quality reports of MEND training and consultations.
  • Train staff members of MEND and partner organizations on basics of M&E in light of approved MEL plan in coordination with COP/DCOP.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Sri Lankan citizenship or residency with work authorization is required.
  • A master’s degree in statistics, demographics, public policy, education, or related field with a minimum of six (6) years of professional experience in Sri Lanka implementing MEL activities, preferably in those funded by USAID or other international donors; or bachelor’s degree with eight (8) years of relevant experience also considered
  • Experience working on programs focused on youth is preferred Proven success in designing, implementing, and operating program MEL systems from program initiation to closeout stages in Sri Lanka required
  • Knowledge of the major evaluation methodologies (e.g., qualitative, quantitative, mixed method, and impact) and data collection and analysis methodologies
  • Experience in strategic planning and performance measurement, including indicator selection, target setting, reporting, database management, and developing MEL and performance monitoring plans
  • Familiarity with innovative MEL methods to ensure data collection in areas with minimal connectivity and with participants with minimal literacy skills
  • Experience in designing, managing, and implementing multi-disciplinary and results-based surveys, and developing and refining data collection tools
  • Experience with data quality assessments and oversight
  • Experience managing and providing ongoing training to MEL field officers.
  • A demonstrated commitment to creating a learning environment in a program.
  • Must have proven track record in the advanced use of modern communications tools, internet, email, social media, and teleconferences.
  • Ability to communicate professionally and provide written reporting in English is required.

More details & application process

Apply before 31 May 2023