Monitoring & Evaluation Officer

NRC has a Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) unit which supports management in program structure, systems, and tools to measure the impact of NRC Lebanon’s work.  This is an exciting position that will deal with supporting all programs and their procedures. It is based in the field(Bekaa), but it is very unique in the sense that it requires someone to look at a process and assist with advice on how to make operations smoother and more effective. The M&E officer will work with the field manager and coordinators on all achievements and reporting requirements they may need. This is a junior level position and requires someone with relevant work experience. Roles and Responsibilities: Support and contribute to the development of a data management system through documentation, implementation and coordination of standardizes information flow of M+E activities and reporting Support in standardizing M+E across projects Assist in Implementing work plan of the M&E unit in NRC Lebanon. Assist in developing tools and templates to be used for measuring impact of each core competency Guide M&E staff in review monitoring reports, analyse them for impact evaluation Collaborate with staff on qualitative monitoring to provide relevant information for ongoing evaluation of project activities, effects and impacts. Ensure that, in general, project monitoring arrangements comply with the projects documents and, in particular, the provisions of this project documents are fully observed in the M&E strategy. Organise (and provide) refresher training in M&E for project staff, including local organisations and primary stakeholders if need be. Plan for regular opportunities to identify lessons learned and implications for the project’s next steps. Participate in these events when possible. Prepare reports on M&E findings, as required Undertake regular field visits to the field to support implementation of M&E and to identify where adaptations might be needed. Liaise with peer organizations and M+E staff in partner agencies to facilitate lessons learned and coordination Support the Programme Department in new initiatives, should these arise during the employment period REPORTING TO The M&E officer reports to the M&E coordinator and field manager. Qualifications At least 2-3 years experience in an international NGO preferably in an emergency or post-conflict setting, including M+E capacity and systems development Experience with and knowledge of  principles and current approaches to monitoring and evaluation in relief and development programs, using both quantitative and qualitative methods or relevant transferable work experience Demonstrated ability to transfer knowledge to diverse audiences through training, mentoring and other formal and non formal methods English language proficiency (speaking, reading, writing) Computer skills, including MS Office (Word, Excel) Education Minimum of a university degree in social science, economics, rural development or in other related fields. Prior experience with monitoring and evaluation required. Personal Qualities Ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision Ability to meet deadlines in multiple tasking environments Ability to engage and motivate staff in a challenging program area Good coordination skills Desired Skills Post-graduate certificate in M+E related field such as surveys, sampling, data analysis Experience with field level coordination with UN organisations, INGOs, Donors and authorities