Background:

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian, non-governmental and non-profit organization, founded in 1956, that works in more than 35 countries around the world. DRC has been operating in Somalia for more than twenty years, where we assist returnees, IDPs and displacement-affected communities in all three regions (Somaliland, Puntland, and Central and Southern Somalia) through protection, service delivery and livelihoods activities to enhance their self-reliance and expand opportunities for a dignified life. DRC provides both humanitarian assistance and longer-term development support to respond to the needs of communities affected by acute crisis as well as those in protracted displacement situations. In the past year, DRC’s strategic focus has shifted towards more durable solutions-oriented programming, linking displacement affected communities to longer-term initiatives to build resilience and recovery.

Overall purpose of the role: The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will work closely with the programme implementation team to strengthen DRC Somalia monitoring, evaluation, learning, accountability and information management systems. He/She will work closely with the program team and responsible for all MEAL related activities at area level.

Responsibilities:

Monitoring and Evaluation

• •  Work with the MEAL team to update the Output/Outcome indicator trackers.
  •  Support the Programme team leaders, Coordinators and other programme staff with the active implementation of their MEAL plans, ensure the plans are updated timely and MEAL findings are in place for all donor reports.
  •  Coordinate with field staff to develop tools and methods to improve data collection for surveys and assessment and beneficiary data for all projects.
  •  Link with data and grants management tools developed to collect relevant MEAL information. Support the team to use tools on all projects activities levels.
  •  Organize field data collecting missions and participate in the processing and analysis of the data.
  •  Take part in, and carry out assessments, evaluations and any other form of survey or review of projects.
  •  Undertake field trips and do physical observation on on-going projects.
  •  Guide the regular sharing of the outputs and the MEAL findings with projects staff and implementing partners
  •  Lead the implementation of Information Management (IM) platform and securely transfer large program field data. Support teams with accuracy of data entered in to the MEAL database/platform and day-to-day management.
  •  Capacity build, train and support sectors and field staff to improve the field monitoring or any other monitoring needs
  •  Participate in the development and review of questionnaires for use by field teams conducting assessments.
  •  Participate in developing and strengthening DRC’s MEAL unit by providing support in recruitment and capacity building of staff.

•  Provide support in conducting external evaluation and internal reviews of the implemented projects by DRC.

Accountability

•  Coordinate the design and implementation of accountability systems for projects, working closely with Programme Managers
•  Build the capacity of staff to plan and implement effective accountability systems for the Programme.
•  Strengthen the country program’s beneficiary and feedback complaint mechanism and set-up new systems as the program extends to new geographical areas.

Learning and project quality

•  Participate in the Review meetings and Close-out meetings in order to highlight cross-project components aimed at replicating good practices and strengthening synergies between projects or programmes.
•  Regularly present key MEAL findings to the Senior Management Team for further development.
•  Support the programme’s aim for further strengthened integrated programming and actively propose ways of achieving this using MEAL findings.
•  Perform other duties as directed by the MEAL Coordinator.

Experience and technical competencies:

• •  Minimum of 3 years of work experience within the field of monitoring and evaluation;
  •  Experience working with International NGO’s, UN agencies, line ministries and/or local authorities in migrants’/refugee settings in complex emergencies;
  •  Experience in developing/ guiding information management systems for large humanitarian programs
  •  Experience in participatory assessment and community-based monitoring approaches;
  •  Clear understanding of Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS);
  •  Experience with convening and facilitating trainings and workshops

•  Excellent analytical and report writing skills (English)
•  Fluency in written and spoken English-essential.

Education: (include certificates, licenses etc.)

•  A Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (development, social research preferable with a focus on monitoring and evaluation as well as compliance issues). Fluency in written and spoken English essential.
•  Knowledge of data analysis software and other computer programmes.

Languages: (indicate fluency level)

•  Strong proficiency in English and fluent in written and spoken English minimum level 4 fluency.
•  Knowledge of Somali language is an added advantage but not a requirement for this job.

ABOUT YOU.

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies: Striving for excellence: You focus on Main focal point for IDP site regarding all information

Collaborating: You are a strong networker and enjoy working with many different types of stakeholders, you involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.

Taking the lead: You take accuracy and completeness of information that is gathered.

Communicating: You listen to other stakeholders and staff; and you communicate concisely and persuasively.

Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with DRC’s vision and values

Conditions

Availability: 20th August 2022

Duty station: Beletweyne

Reporting to: Base Manager

Duration: 5 Months.

HE POSITION IS OPEN TO NATIONALS ONLY.

Gender Equality: DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels. In light of this, women candidates are particularly encouraged to apply to bridge the gender gap.

Equal Opportunities: DRC is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethnic origin, color, race, marital status or other protected characteristics.

Commitments:

DRC adheres to the Core Humanitarian Standards. All staff are required to contribute to the achievement of these standards.

DRC has a Humanitarian Accountability Framework, outlining its global accountability commitments. All staff are required to contribute to the achievement of this framework. ​

For general information about Danish Refugee Council, please visit www.drc.ngo

Application:

Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit updated CV and cover letter explaining their motivation and why they are suited for the post. We only accept applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.ngo under Vacancies.

​Please forward the application and CV, in English through the online application on www.drc.ngo under Vacancies no later than 5th August 2022.

​If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/job support