Samaritan’s Purse

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Officer (PDU)

Department: Program Development Unit

Location: SP-Liberia–Monrovia (frequent travel at field offices)

Reporting to: Monitoring and Evaluation Manager

Duration: Two and half months with possibility of one year extension.

Position Summary:

The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer reports to the M&E Manager and will work closely with fellow M&E Officers, Program Development Officer, Project Managers, Sector Managers and Senior Programs Managers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Collaborate with the M&E Manager, M&E Officers, program managers and program staff to support the development of logical framework, monitoring plans, reporting templates, data management systems, as well as help in conducting data collection and verification of data as it relates to SPRS/data management system.
• Maintain a central database, managed by the PDU to capture relevant project information (including location, beneficiaries, etc.) for past, present and future projects. Ensure that database is regularly updated with the most recent/relevant information.
• Verify and validate monthly Platform reports and the new believers’ database information
• Assist in capacity building of program staff and M&E Officers around M&E, including trainings, workshops and one-on-one support as needed
• Contribute to and participate in project assessments and evaluations, including but not limited to building surveys in SPRS and providing support in data analysis
• Provide M&E technical support and guidance to program managers through site visits and monthly meetings with each manager to review logical framework, update database information and assess successes and challenges, in collaboration with M&E Manager/Senior Programs
• Efficiently Participate in regular coordination meetings with the M&E Manager and other M&E Officers
• Work to improve data use, systems, dissemination and general management
• Ensure information dissemination and coordination between Project Managers, PDU and other staff around data, lessons learned, progress, reports, etc.
• Ensure accurate reports are submitted by the SPL office to IHQ, government stakeholders and donors through reliable verification of data. (This also relates to the monthly report review/validation).
• Liaise with partners, government, donors and other stakeholders where appropriate and needed as it relates to assistance in submission of reports/updates
• Promote compliance of program activities with proposal, work plan, budget and donor rules and regulations
• Assist with other tasks in the PDU as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must maintain a personal relationship with and be a consistent witness for Jesus Christ, as well as able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in social sciences, economics, statistics or other relevant field of study.
• Experience in development, monitoring, evaluation, database management, capacity-building and/or program support preferred.
• At least three years of relevant experience in M&E
• Excellent analytical, computer and communication skills.
• Positive attitude.
• Excellent problem solving, creativity and critical thinking skills.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of logical frameworks and M&E tools.
• Compliance with SPL mission and below core values and competencies.

CORE VALUES AND COMPETENCIES

Integrity: The M&E Officer should be honest and respectful; s/he should be prepared to report any incidences of misconduct, including suspicion of theft or misuse of project resources.

Professionalism: Respect the employer and fellow employees at all times; hard work and motivation to excel are expected; focus on the tasks at hand with attention to detail and achievement of intended results; show pride in work and positive attitude under pressure; observe punctuality, meet deadlines and display courtesy to others; organize time and resources.

Critical thinking: Analytical capacity with ability to plan in advance, research as needed and take initiative; ability to evaluate and synthesize information and make decisions and recommendations accordingly; creative thinking and problem solving.

Communication: Speak and write clearly so that others can understand and learn; correctly interpret data and project information; concisely explain information to others, both management and field staff; ask questions for clarification; demonstrate openness and willingness to share and learn.

Teamwork: Collaborate extensively with project managers, project coordinators, field staff, and finance and program development unit; place the team needs above personal agenda; support group decisions; share ideas with team and accept responsibility for tasks; remain gracious with others’ shortcomings.

Faith: Compliance with SPL mission statement and Christian values.

How to apply:

Please send CV and cover letter Click the apply button below to apply via the system.

Deadline for application is Friday, September 10, 2021. Note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.