General Description of the Programme:<\/p>\n
GOAL an International Humanitarian Organisation has had a presence in Turkey since 2013 and has been contributing to the migrant response since 2016 with a focus on responding to needs in health service delivery, social safety nets and the protection of vulnerable and marginalised migrants in southern Turkey.<\/p>\n
GOAL has been working in Syria since 2013, responding to the acute needs of conflict-affected communities. GOAL is working in Idleb Governate, both through direct implementation and through partners, delivering food, non-food programming to highly vulnerable populations, and provision of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) through support to Water units, as well as emergency support to recently displaced households.<\/p>\n
GOAL has been working in North Aleppo Governate since 2019, through direct implementation and through partners, delivering food, non-food programming to highly vulnerable populations, as well as emergency support for recently displaced household.<\/p>\n
Job purpose:<\/p>\n
The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) department consists of approximately 79 staff based inside Syria with remote management from Antakya in Turkey and Amman in Jordan. The MEL Coordinator is responsible for leading and coordinating routine project monitoring, liaising with GOAL and donor Third-Party Monitors, ensuring the implementation of programme assessments, baselines\/endlines, and evaluations, overseeing the systematic capturing and sharing of programmatic learning throughout the GOAL Syria programme and beyond, while providing strategic leadership and direction for the M&E department. The role reports directly to the Senior Programme Quality Coordinator and has 2 direct reports.<\/p>\n
The MEL Coordinator will provide strategic oversight and leadership combined with the technical expertise to ensure that GOAL\u2019s MEL systems are implemented effectively and are agile and fit for purpose as the programme evolves. S\/he will be the focal point in the programme for all aspects of MEL. A key part of the role will be capacity building and remote support to the M&E team inside Syria, as well as for GOAL\u2019s partner organisations. S\/he will be tasked with identifying strategic learning goals in collaboration with GOAL\u2019s programme and programme quality teams while ensuring that they are harmonised with learning priorities at GOAL HQ. Advocating for accountable programmes will be key to this role which should ensure evidence-based programming and donor compliance in a remote management context.<\/p>\n
Duties, objectives and competencies<\/p>\n
Main responsibilities:<\/p>\n
Job Responsibility #1: Leadership and Management<\/p>\n
% of time: 30%<\/p>\n
Oversee the activities of GOAL\u2019s MEL team in Syria, which includes GOAL-direct MEL, and partner monitoring, providing technical support and oversight.
\nProvide leadership within the Programmes team overall on issues of programme quality, monitoring, evaluation and learning.
\nCoordinate and oversee the MEL work of the GOAL Syria response, including efforts around alignment of data management structures, systems, instruments.
\nLead on the implementation of GOAL Syria RoadMap, and oversee its deliverables.
\nLead regular Learning Review Consultations & Workshops with key stakeholders in GOAL Syria\u2019s programmes.
\nLead on the finalization of the Learning Capture and Capitalization Framework and its regular updates.
\nEstablish and lead learning capture processes with GOAL partners, including facilitating regular forums to discuss lessons learnt, and their application to future programme design.
\nEnsure the proper implementation of GOAL\u2019s performance management system for direct reports, including individual and project planning, , regular feedback, coaching and mentoring, mid-term reviews and annual performance appraisals.
\nSupport the development of job descriptions, management structures and performance management, alongside the Field MEL Coordinator based in Syria.
\nOversee the MEL budget, ensuring appropriate grant budgets are developed and spending is in line with those budgets. Ensure SPQC is flagged on any issues and spending concerns.
\nProvide capacity building, technical support and training to the MEL team based in Syria as well as the Programmes teams.
\nAct as the main point of contact for MEL with donors.
\nRepresent the needs and priorities of MEL at internal and external venues as needed for the production of high-quality and actionable outputs of the MEL systems.
\nBackstop for Senior Programme Quality Coordinator when on leave.
\nJob Responsibility #2: Support to Program Quality<\/p>\n
% of time: 40%<\/p>\n
Lead on development and updating of Monitoring Frameworks, guidelines, and SOPs, bringing together tools and outlining systems.
\nDesign data collection tools, design and coordinate surveys and studies to support monitoring and evaluation of GOAL programming, including beneficiary satisfaction surveys. Ensure that MEL findings are channelled back to key programme staff to allow for programme design modification and adjustments, as necessary.
\nConduct systematic data quality audit checks for GOAL and ensure tool and reporting mechanisms are reviewed and updated to meet programme needs.
\nFeed into the overall programme strategy, providing data and analysis as required for strategic purposes and new programme design, including proposal development
\nWork with the Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Advisor to ensure that GOAL Syria\u2019s monitoring approaches and tools are designed to be inclusive as well as enabled to support gender analyses at various stages of the project cycle including at needs assessment phase.
\nWork with GOAL Syria MIS team to design MEL data management products to support programme implementation and decision making (i.e. document\/content management, communication channels, PowerBI dashboards & GIS, etc.).
\nContinuously look to incorporate new tools and technologies to capture learning. Collaborate with the wider Syria team to ensure that learning tools are embedded into existing processes and practices.
\nEnsure that learning capitalisation processes are supported through analysis of relevant program data and presented using suitable data visualization techniques to support the evidence-based decision making for program development and planning purposes.
\nCraft strategic learning briefs and write high level reports, highlight success stories, support the communication of program impact\/overall results, targeting a variety of external audiences including, donors, and partners.
\nWork closely with GOAL\u2019s HQ MEAL team to disseminate learning products within and outside the organization.
\nSupport SPQC on internal research initiatives for GOAL Syria and represent country mission on all external research initiatives that involve the region\/HQ.
\nDevelop or update M&E plans and ensure that routine project monitoring takes place on time.
\nCoordinate, supervise and review all assessments, evaluations, and research, and ensure prompt analysis and dissemination among stakeholders.
\nEnsure that all grant proposals and reporting include solid MEL components and work with the Programmes teams to develop appropriate results frameworks, logframes and indicators.
\nContinue to develop and improve on GOAL\u2019s independent monitoring systems meant to ensure accountability, both to beneficiaries and to donors.
\nEnsure that Lessons Learned generated from MEL activities are tracked and addressed and ensure participation of the MEL team in Programme Review and Planning meetings. Undertake additional roles requested by SPQC.
\nLead on GOAL MEL systems by which the MEL team supports the program implementation team in timely and accurate reporting to donors (Planner).
\nEnsure proper documentation and administration of all MEL team outputs.
\nOversee the reporting of GOAL Global and country indicators through ensuring quarterly and timely reporting of indicators on the SCORE system and ITT.
\nJob Responsibility #3: Partners Engagement<\/p>\n
% of time: 10%<\/p>\n
Ensure standardization of M&E tools used by GOAL and Partners, including monitoring tools, SoPs, Data Aggregation tools and guidelines, leading on training and orientation sessions conducted to ensure harmonization of application.
\nProvide capacity building, technical support, and training to GOAL\u2019s local partners on all areas of M&E.
\nLead on the process of Data Quality Audits for GOAL Partners, and ensure documented results and recommendation are shared with Partners.
\nReview GOAL Partner M&E products and provide technical feedback as needed.
\nEstablish and lead learning capture processes with GOAL partners, including facilitating regular forums to discuss lessons learnt, and their application to future programme design.
\nCoordinate donor communication with the partners as needed.
\nJob Responsibility #4: Third-Party Monitors and Final Evaluators Engagement and Contract Management<\/p>\n
% of time: 20%%<\/p>\n
Conduct the technical evaluation of tender proposals for Third-Party Monitors and Final Evaluation suppliers for GOAL programmes.
\nManage the relationship with GOAL and donor contracted external evaluators and third-party monitors, those monitoring both GOAL and Partners\u2019 programmes, including leading on communications, acting as the main focal point, coordinating tool and report reviews by GOAL teams and ensuring quality implementation and products.
\nRequirements (essential)<\/p>\n
Bachelor\u2019s degree in any of the following: Social Sciences, Information Management, Development Studies, or relevant discipline.
\nAt least 5 years previous experience in managing large projects with a focus on accountability and MEAL functions.
\nExperience working with NGOs and an understanding of humanitarian principles and international standards for humanitarian work.
\nStrong knowledge of and demonstrated practical experience of M&E methodology (particularly appropriate quantitative and qualitative\/participatory research methods), data analysis and report writing. Experience with Food Security, cash-based and livelihoods, Nutrition and WASH programmes MEL strongly preferred.
\nStrong planning, budgeting, and report writing skills.
\nExperience with application of digital data gathering technology and\/or database design and management
\nExperienced in field operations and implementation and delivery of humanitarian assistance
\nExperience with management of MEAL systems with multi-grants\/donors is a must.
\nExperience in managing multi-sectoral programming is a must.
\nDemonstrated experience with staff management; experience with distance\/remote management a plus.
\nExperience leading MEL systems, processes, and attaining quality results with partner organizations
\nProven capacity to build the MEL skills of colleagues, partners, and community members.
\nFamiliarity with Middle East and NWS context is a distinct advantage.
\nConfident presentation and facilitation skills, proven record in provision of trainings a plus.
\nAdvanced skills with MS Office (particularly Excel).
\nAbility to work under pressure, with minimum supervision.
\nExcellent oral and written (English) communication skills.
\nRequirements (desired)<\/p>\n
Understanding of database design is desirable.
\nKnowledge of statistical software packages, such as MS Access, SPSS, Stata.
\nKnowledge of Sphere and Core Humanitarian Standards.
\nOral and written (Arabic) communication skills a distinct advantage.
\nInterested?\u00a0Then apply for this position via clicking on the “apply now” button and fill out the application form. All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in English. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.<\/p>\n
Application deadline is\u00a023 August 2022.<\/p>\n
\u201cPlease note that GOAL does not charge a fee of any kind or any other financial obligation at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training, induction) or other fees, or request information on applicants\u2019 bank accounts. GOAL does not work with intermediary institutions and individuals or employment agencies during the recruitment process. If any fee or payment is requested from you at the application or any stage of the recruitment process, please do not respond.\u201d<\/p>\n
GOAL\u2019\u00fcn, i\u015fe al\u0131m s\u00fcrecinin (ba\u015fvuru, ba\u015fvurular\u0131n i\u015flenmesi, m\u00fclakat, e\u011fitim, oryantasyon) hi\u00e7 bir a\u015famas\u0131nda hi\u00e7 bir \u015fekilde \u00fccret talep etmedi\u011fini, ba\u015fvuru sahibine herhangi bir finansal y\u00fck\u00fcml\u00fcl\u00fck y\u00fcklemedi\u011fini ya da ba\u015fvuru sahibine ait banka bilgilerini talep etmedi\u011fini unutmay\u0131n\u0131z. GOAL i\u015fe al\u0131m s\u00fcreci boyunca hi\u00e7 bir arac\u0131 kurum ya da kurulu\u015f yahut istihdam b\u00fcrosuyla \u00e7al\u0131\u015fmamaktad\u0131r. E\u011fer ba\u015fvuru s\u0131ras\u0131nda ya da i\u015fe al\u0131m s\u00fcrecinin herhangi bir a\u015famas\u0131nda sizden herhangi bir \u00fccret ya da \u00f6deme talep edilirse l\u00fctfen yan\u0131t vermeyiniz.<\/p>\n
General\u00a0terms and conditions<\/p>\n
Safeguarding<\/p>\n
Children and vulnerable adults a must be safeguarded to the maximum possible extent from deliberate or inadvertent actions and failings that place them at risk of abuse, sexual exploitation, injury and any other harm. One of the ways that GOAL shows this on-going commitment to safeguarding is to include rigorous background and reference checks in the selection process for all candidates.<\/p>\n
Accountability within GOAL<\/p>\n
Alongside our safeguarding policy, GOAL is an equal opportunities employer and has a set of integrity policies. Any candidate offered a job with GOAL will be expected to adhere to the following key areas of accountability:<\/p>\n
Comply with GOAL\u2019s policies and procedures with respect to safeguarding, Code of Conduct, health and safety, data protection and confidentiality, do no harm principles and unacceptable behaviour protocols.
\nReport any concerns about the welfare of a child or vulnerable adult or any wrongdoings within our programming area.
\nReport any concerns about inappropriate behaviour of a GOAL staff or partner.
\nThis Job Description only serves as a guide for the position available. GOAL reserves the right to change this document. Any published closing dates are estimated.\u00a0 Due to the nature of GOAL\u2019s work we aim to fill vacancies as quickly as possible.\u00a0 This means that we will close adverts as soon as we have found the right candidate and this may be before the published closing date.\u00a0 We would therefore advise interested applicants to submit an application as early as possible.<\/p>\n
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