Vacancy Announcement

1. Background

Serving Humanity for Empowerment and Development (SHED) is a Liberian NGO that works for fair and resilient society, founded in 2017. The institutional objective of the organization is to promote sustainable change by enabling vulnerable people and communities to improve their livelihoods. SHED’s mission is to take sustainable actions for human empowerment. SHED supports poor communities with sustainable measures to eradicate poverty without negatively affecting their environment. SHED also operates a semi-commercial level poultry farm that functions as a social enterprise and hop for support to other farmers and improving household and community nutritional intake, providing people with increased access to employment and improving their skills for employability and production, and contributing to an overall green economy. SHED works closely with local duty bearers, the Ministry of Agriculture, the Ministry of Justice, other government agencies, and the private sector through collaboration and partnership.

1.2 Summary of the ASPIRE Project

ASPIRE is a new 5-year project funded by the Embassy of Ireland guided by their country strategy and the global policy A Better World” (ICSP) 2023-27. Responding to increasing food and nutrition insecurity, the overall goal of the project is to increase vulnerable households’ resilience to food and nutrition insecurity by strengthening food systems in District One in Grand Bassa County. To achieve this, the project adopts an integrated Food System for Food security approach which brings together the four food security pillars: availability, access, utilization and stability, using a systems approach. Expected outcomes:

 Increased inclusive climate smart food production (availability)

 Stronger access to markets for those living in conditions of extreme poverty (access)

 Stable consumption of an adequate and affordable diet by all (utilization)

 Evidence generated is used to influence at district and national level (stability)

1. JOB/POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer plays a crucial role within the project team, ensuring that project activities align with established objectives and deliver measurable outcomes. The officer will be responsible for designing and implementing monitoring frameworks that track progress, analyze data, and assess the impact of project initiatives. Additionally, the officer will conduct regular field visits and assessments to identify areas for improvement and ensure accountability in project operations. Through these efforts, the officer will contribute significantly to enhancing project effectiveness and sustainability while supporting strategic decision-making processes.

Key responsibilities:

• Craft comprehensive plans that outline how monitoring and evaluation will be conducted, including setting objectives, selecting indicators, and determining methodologies for data collection and analysis;
• Collect, store, and manage data efficiently to ensure its accuracy, reliability, and accessibility for analysis;
• Monitor all project activities, and progress towards achieving the project output to ensure alignment with strategic goals;
• Analyse quantitative and qualitative data to extract actionable insights that inform stakeholders about the program’s progress, outcomes, and impact;
• Compile findings into reports that communicate results to stakeholders, including funders and the project team;
• Offer evidence-based recommendations to the project team and stakeholders to refine strategies, enhance performance, and guide future decision-making;
• Strengthen the M&E skills of team members through training sessions and support to ensure sustainability in M&E practices;
• Participate in or lead evaluations of programs to assess their effectiveness and impact on target populations;
• Design monitoring tools and systems that facilitate ongoing assessment of project activities against established indicators;
• Organize learning events or workshops to document lessons learned from projects for continuous improvement in M&E practices;
• Support fundraising exercise with emphasis on proposal development.

Qualification and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in fields such as social sciences, statistics, international development, or related disciplines is required with essential knowledge of research methodologies and data analysis;
• 3-years or more of practical experience working around Monitoring and Evaluation of projects within the livelihood, food security, Nutrition, Human Rights and WASH sectors with the ability to demonstrate an understanding of real-world challenges and operational contexts;
• Prior positions focused on monitoring and evaluation and the ability to design evaluations, collect data, analyze results, and report findings effectively is a must;
• Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical skills enable officers to interpret complex data sets accurately and derive meaningful insights from them;
• Attention to Detail: A meticulous approach ensures accuracy in data collection and reporting processes which is crucial for credible evaluations;
• Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to identify issues quickly and propose actionable solutions enhances the effectiveness of monitoring efforts;
• Interpersonal Skills: Building relationships with stakeholders fosters collaboration which is essential for successful implementation of M&E activities.

How to Apply:

A letter explaining your suitability for the role of no more than one page, and CV, as well as contact details for three referees (including latest, or current employer) should be addressed to the Human Resources Department and sent by email only to the following address: jobs@shed-liberia.org

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All applications must be received on or before 17:00, Saturday November 9, 2024. Kindly indicate the position you are applying for in the “subject” section of your email and your letter of motivation as well. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Kindly note that, due to the high volume of responses, only short-listed candidates will be invited to an interview, which will also include proficiency tests. Women are highly encouraged to apply.