M&e Assistant

PURPOSE OF POSITION: The Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant is responsible for monitoring operations of the relief project M&E system to support programme management and accountability functions. He/she contributes toward the relevance, effectiveness and efficiency of World Vision programming. MAJOR TASKS: Conduct training for casual workers on data collection methodologies Provide supervision for quantitative data collection activities Conduct data quality checks in the field and ensure accuracy and completeness of survey questionnaires Provide supervision for data entry of quantitative data, clean data and conduct data analysis. Supervise all M&E Casual workers (Enumerators and Data Entry clerks) Conduct observations, Market Surveys (shop monitoring), Focus Group Discussions and Key Informant Interviews with different persons of different age groups (children, youth, adults) and different gender. Enter data from FGDs, shop monitoring, observations and KIIs, participate in data analysis and draft reports Compile data  from  surveys using relevant and appropriate computer packages Participate in the baseline, mid-term and end of term evaluations of programmes in accordance with the LEAP framework. Ensure that hard copies of data collected is kept at project sites Plan with DM&E Officers and DME Coordinators data collection needs and activities Prepare informative field reports, identify shortcomings and make relevant recommendations on a regular basis. Knowledge & Skills A working knowledge of statistical packages ( SPSS and Excel) Preferred knowledge of ODK database Experience in conducting surveys / assessments is highly preferable Detail oriented Ability to verify data quality Ability to speak Arabic and English Ability to write good quality reports in English Communicates with integrity to different stakeholders Good contextual knowledge of local community and social/cultural constraints, realities and organisational relationships Inspires trust within/outside of the organization Develops high levels of credibility and accountability Stays open to internal and external feedback Understands the application of policy and the impact of decisions Understands fundraising , relief, and development and advocacy issues, including operational consequences. Agrees with the mission, vision and core values of WV Finds fulfilment in work through creativity, risk taking, initiative, and innovation, and encourages the same in colleagues. Work Environment   70% local travel 30% office based