Job Description

Title: Senior Consortium MEAL Manager

Company Name: International Rescue Committee (IRC)

Vacancy: --

Location: Cox's Bazar

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:
∎ 3 to 6 years
∎ The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):NGO

Published: 25 Apr 2024

Education:
∎ University degree in Statistics/ Social Science/ Public Health/ Development Studies or Economics
∎ Advanced degree preferred
∎ Certificate in data analysis packages is desired.
∎ Certification in Project Management is an added advantage.
∎ Experience in ArcGIS is an added advantage.
∎ University degree in Statistics/ Social Science/ Public Health/ Development Studies or Economics
∎ Advanced degree preferred
∎ Certificate in data analysis packages is desired.
∎ Certification in Project Management is an added advantage.
∎ Experience in ArcGIS is an added advantage.

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ Minimum 6 years of experience working in humanitarian/development contexts
∎ Minimum 3 years of experience developing and implementing monitoring and evaluation strategies, including design of systems and tools, data analysis and report writing
∎ Experience working on large-scale, complex, multi-sector programmers (preferably health, nutrition, protection) in both emergency and fragile contexts and developing project-based M&E systems for a range of different donors
∎ Experience with statistical packages (e.g., Power BI, SPSS, STATA, R) and familiarity with IT applications to support MEAL and information management
∎ Excellent analytical and writing skills, with proven ability to produce various reports in English language
∎ Proven experience in developing Theory of Change, logical frameworks, and Result Framework
∎ Experience in leading and managing staff
∎ Previous experience of working in a consortium structure will be an advantage
∎ Experience in working with US grants, preferably BPRM, will be an advantage
∎ Excellent communication and facilitation skills
∎ Excellent problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to handle pressure and improve
∎ Experience in conducting measurements using qualitative and quantitative methodologies
∎ Excellent database, data management and data analysis skills, with experience using at least 2 software applications such as Microsoft Excel, Access, SPSS, and STATA
∎ Previous experience with electronic/mobile data collection and management tools (ODK, KoBo, Magpi, CommCare,). GIS mapping preferred
∎ Excellent English and Bangla language communication skills, both written and verbal
∎ Excellent command over MS office
∎ Strong commitment to IRC’s mission, purpose and values
∎ Developing and managing database system will be an advantage
∎ Minimum 6 years of experience working in humanitarian/development contexts
∎ Minimum 3 years of experience developing and implementing monitoring and evaluation strategies, including design of systems and tools, data analysis and report writing
∎ Experience working on large-scale, complex, multi-sector programmers (preferably health, nutrition, protection) in both emergency and fragile contexts and developing project-based M&E systems for a range of different donors
∎ Experience with statistical packages (e.g., Power BI, SPSS, STATA, R) and familiarity with IT applications to support MEAL and information management
∎ Excellent analytical and writing skills, with proven ability to produce various reports in English language
∎ Proven experience in developing Theory of Change, logical frameworks, and Result Framework
∎ Experience in leading and managing staff
∎ Previous experience of working in a consortium structure will be an advantage
∎ Experience in working with US grants, preferably BPRM, will be an advantage
∎ Excellent communication and facilitation skills
∎ Excellent problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to handle pressure and improve
∎ Experience in conducting measurements using qualitative and quantitative methodologies
∎ Excellent database, data management and data analysis skills, with experience using at least 2 software applications such as Microsoft Excel, Access, SPSS, and STATA
∎ Previous experience with electronic/mobile data collection and management tools (ODK, KoBo, Magpi, CommCare,). GIS mapping preferred
∎ Excellent English and Bangla language communication skills, both written and verbal
∎ Excellent command over MS office
∎ Strong commitment to IRC’s mission, purpose and values
∎ Developing and managing database system will be an advantage

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Under the direct line management of the Consortium Coordinator, the Senior Consortium MEAL Manager is part of the consortium secretariat working closely with the IRC Head of MEAL .
∎ Chair and lead the consortium MEAL working group.
∎ Take the lead role to set up a robust and well-functional monitoring and evaluation system, SOPs, tools and guidelines including beneficiary counting system at consortium level in line with approved project proposal.
∎ Provide overall direction to the management of a robust, sustainable, and effective MEAL system across all sectors of interventions. Analysis of these changes will be shared extensively with all consortium partners and stakeholders to facilitate actions.
∎ Overall, support, the project cycle management from consortium MEAL department.
∎ Ensure that the consortium project has innovative and technology-driven MEAL systems and tools.
∎ Ensure detailed and feasible consortium project monitoring plans are in place which: (i) provide an indicator matrix; (ii) map M&E roles and responsibilities of various personnel/staff; (iii) consider ethical and safe collection and storage of data; (iv) consider data quality audits; (v) consider storing, protecting and sharing project documents; and (vi) consider mid/end project learning reviews.
∎ Provide strategic and technical support to both program and M&E staff of consortium partners in the collection, entry, sharing, verification, analysis, and use of data and share with all partners as appropriate. Work with relevant functions to determine the adequacy and appropriateness of various data collection tools and systems that are already in place and make adjustments as necessary.
∎ Develop and roll out robust client responsiveness feedback systems and community engagement throughout the project, in consultation with the Consortium MEAL working group.
∎ Lead on planning and managing internal or external baseline, mid-term and end line study, and research undertaken by the consortium members, including lessons learned process and documentation.
∎ Assist Consortium Coordinator to make timely decisions to adjust project design based on the MEAL data and project proposal amendment as necessary.
∎ Develop and roll out robust client responsiveness feedback systems and community engagement throughout the project, in consultation with the Consortium MEAL working group.
∎ Lead on planning and managing internal or external baseline, mid-term and end line study, and research undertaken by the consortium members, including lessons learned process and documentation.
∎ Assist Consortium Coordinator to make timely decisions to adjust project design based on the MEAL data and project proposal amendment as necessary.
∎ Assist Consortium Coordinator in producing high-quality reports such as but not limited to monthly/quarterly progress reports for internal consumption and government authorities, donor reports as per contractual obligations and other ad-hoc reports asked by consortium Steering Committee and/or IRC management.
∎ Promote cross-learning and sharing across all consortium partners
∎ Regular Consortium MEAL working group meetings and follow-up according to the ToR
∎ Consortium level MEAL system endorsed by all partners, periodically reviewed and revised.
∎ Develop consortium MEAL Plan (with PIRS); and make sure, indicator and beneficiary tracking systems are in place and functional.
∎ Community engagement, accountability and client feedback system are in place and functional.
∎ Production of high-quality progress reports, evaluation reports and donor reports with validated MEAL data.
∎ Field visits at least 60% of the assignment time.
∎ Produce high-quality case stories from the field and carry out evidence collection activities.
∎ Undertake other related duties as may reasonably be assigned by the Consortium Coordinator.
∎ Compile and produce quality donor reports, one pager and monthly bulletin etc.
∎ Purpose
∎ IRC together with two international NGOs has started a three-year multi-sector consortium project with the financial support of the Bureau of Population Refugee and Migration (BPRM) to deliver Health, Nutrition and Food Security, and Protection services for Rohingya Refugees and the vulnerable host communities in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh. The project aims to directly benefit over 246,177 people while over 80,915 people are expected to be benefitted indirectly over a period of three years.
∎ Under the technical guidance from the MEAL Coordinator and direct supervision of Consortium Coordinator, the Sr. Consortium MEAL Manager will be responsible for setting up and implementing a coordinated, comprehensive, and functional Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) mechanism adhering to IRC and donor requirements. The Sr. Consortium MEAL Manager will be responsible for tracking and compiling performance-based narrative reports reflecting the overall achievement of the contractual objectives, targets/indicators, etc. at the consortium level.
∎ Highlights of Key Responsibilities
∎ Under the direct line management of the Consortium Coordinator, the Senior Consortium MEAL Manager is part of the consortium secretariat working closely with the IRC Head of MEAL .
∎ Chair and lead the consortium MEAL working group.
∎ Take the lead role to set up a robust and well-functional monitoring and evaluation system, SOPs, tools and guidelines including beneficiary counting system at consortium level in line with approved project proposal.
∎ Provide overall direction to the management of a robust, sustainable, and effective MEAL system across all sectors of interventions. Analysis of these changes will be shared extensively with all consortium partners and stakeholders to facilitate actions.
∎ Overall, support, the project cycle management from consortium MEAL department.
∎ Ensure that the consortium project has innovative and technology-driven MEAL systems and tools.
∎ Ensure detailed and feasible consortium project monitoring plans are in place which: (i) provide an indicator matrix; (ii) map M&E roles and responsibilities of various personnel/staff; (iii) consider ethical and safe collection and storage of data; (iv) consider data quality audits; (v) consider storing, protecting and sharing project documents; and (vi) consider mid/end project learning reviews.
∎ Provide strategic and technical support to both program and M&E staff of consortium partners in the collection, entry, sharing, verification, analysis, and use of data and share with all partners as appropriate. Work with relevant functions to determine the adequacy and appropriateness of various data collection tools and systems that are already in place and make adjustments as necessary.
∎ Develop and roll out robust client responsiveness feedback systems and community engagement throughout the project, in consultation with the Consortium MEAL working group.
∎ Lead on planning and managing internal or external baseline, mid-term and end line study, and research undertaken by the consortium members, including lessons learned process and documentation.
∎ Assist Consortium Coordinator to make timely decisions to adjust project design based on the MEAL data and project proposal amendment as necessary.
∎ Develop and roll out robust client responsiveness feedback systems and community engagement throughout the project, in consultation with the Consortium MEAL working group.
∎ Lead on planning and managing internal or external baseline, mid-term and end line study, and research undertaken by the consortium members, including lessons learned process and documentation.
∎ Assist Consortium Coordinator to make timely decisions to adjust project design based on the MEAL data and project proposal amendment as necessary.
∎ Assist Consortium Coordinator in producing high-quality reports such as but not limited to monthly/quarterly progress reports for internal consumption and government authorities, donor reports as per contractual obligations and other ad-hoc reports asked by consortium Steering Committee and/or IRC management.
∎ Promote cross-learning and sharing across all consortium partners
∎ Deliverables
∎ Regular Consortium MEAL working group meetings and follow-up according to the ToR
∎ Consortium level MEAL system endorsed by all partners, periodically reviewed and revised.
∎ Develop consortium MEAL Plan (with PIRS); and make sure, indicator and beneficiary tracking systems are in place and functional.
∎ Community engagement, accountability and client feedback system are in place and functional.
∎ Production of high-quality progress reports, evaluation reports and donor reports with validated MEAL data.
∎ Field visits at least 60% of the assignment time.
∎ Produce high-quality case stories from the field and carry out evidence collection activities.
∎ Undertake other related duties as may reasonably be assigned by the Consortium Coordinator.
∎ Compile and produce quality donor reports, one pager and monthly bulletin etc.
∎ Country: Bangladesh
∎ Job Title: Senior Consortium MEAL Manager
∎ Department: Consortium
∎ Contract length: Till 31st August 2024 (with possibility of extension subject to funding, program needs and performance of incumbent)
∎ Work Location: IRC Bangladesh, Cox’s Bazar Office
∎ Reporting to: Consortium Coordinator
∎ Expected Start Date: At Earliest

Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ Remuneration Package: Competitive Base Pay with Fringe Benefits (As per IRC National Pay Scale in Bangladesh)

Employment Status: Full Time

Job Location: Cox's Bazar

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Company Information:
∎ International Rescue Committee (IRC)
∎ 3rd floor, Sayemon Heritage Residence, Baharchora, Cox’s Bazar

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Application Deadline: 4 May 2024

Category: NGO/Development