Consultant, LN-PT Temporary Staff (MEAL department) x2

Consultant Scope of Work – PT Temporary Staff

Period of Performance: March 1st, 2023, until August 31st, 2023

Level of Effort: The number of days to be worked will be based on the different M&E activities needed and will be communicated to the consultant as applicable when the activities are due.

Background: IMC MEAL Team implements M&E systems and processes including data collection, analysis and reporting of data as required.

Purpose: The consultant will support M&E TEAM in all aspects of M&E systems and activities as needed during the duration of the consultancy.

Task Description: Consultant will serve as a temporary staff for the MEAL mission in Lebanon.

Specifically, Consultant will complete the following tasks:

• Assist with implementing M&E systems and processes, including developing M&E workplans, and collecting data from various sources. 
• Supervise and train enumerators and provide guidance as needed. 
• Translate data collection tools from English to Arabic. 
• Provide basic analyses of M&E data using statistical software (e.g., Microsoft Excel). 
• Perform regular data cleaning and quality checks. 
• Conduct periodic on-site routine data quality audits at different field sites/office levels. 
• Prepare reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, including visual aids to support findings and recommendations. 
• Take accurate and detailed meeting minutes. 
• Handle troubleshooting requests related to reporting tools (e.g., Kobo Toolbox). 
• Maintain accurate records of M&E activities and data, including developing databases and spreadsheets for data management and analysis. 
• Support M&E training and capacity-building activities. 
• Develop data collection tools (e.g., Kobo Toolbox, ODK and others). 
• Have a good command of English and strong communication skills. 
• Other deliverables as requested by the department.

Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., statistics, economics, social sciences, public health). 
• Intermediate-level knowledge and skills in Microsoft Excel. 
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports and presentations. 
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
• Ability to work under pressure, independently, and with limited supervision. 
• Patience, good personal organization, strong verbal, and written communication skills,
• Ability to work with seriousness, rigor, and personal accountability. 
• Professional knowledge in Microsoft office (Word, PowerPoint, excel and outlook) and Data collection platforms (e.g., Kobo Toolbox, ODK and others). 
• The Consultant needs to have an MoF number he/she will have to provide  

Deliverables/Due Dates/Payment Schedule:

The number of days to be worked will be based on the different MEAL activities planned and will be communicated to the consultant as applicable when the tasks are due./ Due Date: TBD – If needed an annex will be added to this SoW to determine the due date/ Payment: 30$ per day after a full day’s work

Fixed Price Fee: A Fixed Fee of 30 $ per day will be given to the consultant after a full day’s work as listed in the Deliverables/Due Dates/Payment Schedule.

Location of Work: Consultants will be based in Beirut with possible field visits.

Total Maximum Compensation (fixed or level of effort fees plus expenses): Depending on MEAL activities.            

- Please note, for Lebanon-based roles, we are only able to accept applications from candidates who are eligible to work in Lebanon. Since the position is a national role, we are unable to progress applications that would require sponsorship 

Code of Conduct
As applicable to this position, an individual must promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout the organization and maintain a clear understanding of International Medical Corps and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards.

Safeguarding
It is all staff shared responsibility and obligation to safeguard and protect populations with whom we work, including adults who may be particularly vulnerable and children. This includes safeguarding from the following conduct by our staff or partners: sexual exploitation and abuse; exploitation, neglect, or abuse of children, adults at risk, or LGBTI individuals; and any form of trafficking in persons. Staff are also responsible for preventing violations to our Code of Conduct and Ethics, which may involve Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption or Harassment. If you see, hear or are made aware of any violations to the Code of Conduct and Ethics or Safeguarding Policy, you have an obligation to report.

Equal Opportunities
International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.