Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within. Now, and for the future. Mercy Corps has been working in Liberia since 2002.

Mercy Corps invites applications from all interested and potential Liberian candidates for the following position(s):

1. Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant – 01 position, based in Buchanan.
2. Please find below the full position description for this position.

“Fostering a diverse and open workplace is an important part of Mercy Corps’ vision, and we encourage people from all backgrounds, especially women and members of disadvantaged groups to apply. Mercy Corps is an Equal Opportunity Employer”. 3. How to apply? Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit their detailed CV with a cover letter along with other relevant certificates to the email address lr-jobs@mercycorps.org or Apply through the system below. You are requested to mention the title of the position on the subject line of the e-mail while applying.

Hard copies of the CV with cover letter along with all relevant certificates can be dropped at Mercy Corps’ Office located at “Tubman Boulevard Sophie Junction Opposite SOS Clinic, Monrovia”. Label the left corner of the envelop with the title of the position for which you are applying.

Last date for the submission of CV’s is December 6, 2019 by 04:00 pm. Mercy Corps reserves the right to accept or reject any or all CV(s) without assigning any reason. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Telephone enquiries will not be entertained.

“The recruitment processes will be ongoing while receiving applications”.

FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!

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MONITORING AND EVALUATION ASSISTANT Position Description

Location Buchanan, Grand Bassa Position Status Full-time Salary Level: Grade 3, Level A-E

About Mercy Corps Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within. Now, and for the future. Mercy Corps has been working in Liberia since 2002.

Program / Department Summary Mercy Corps started operations in Liberia in 2002 in response to the humanitarian crisis brought on by the two Liberian civil wars which took place from 1989-1997and 1999-2003. Since then, Mercy Corps’ interventions have evolved based on the context and needs of Liberian people. Based on the changing needs, Mercy Corps Liberia has implemented programs in renewable energy, food security, agricultural livelihoods, financial inclusion, nutrition, water and sanitation, infrastructure, and in youth economic empowerment.

General Position Summary Reporting to the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, the role holder will play an important technical role, supporting delivery of the AFD-funded Liberia Employment and Entrepreneurship Program (LEEP) (20192023). LEEP is a three-year program to bolster employment and entrepreneurship potential of at-risk youth, engage public and private sector stakeholders in youth opportunities and build micro- and small and medium enterprise (MSME) capacity to contribute to economic growth and social development in Liberia. The Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant’s core responsibilities will be supporting the Program team to ensure implementation of the LEEP program’s monitoring and evaluation plan.

Essential Job Responsibilities Planning

• Supporting the M&E Officer and Program team in the design of programs;
• Assisting the M&E and Program teams in the development of M&E plans, which include the design of indicators, data collection, verification, analysis, and reporting methods
• Assisting in developing the knowledge management system to improve knowledge capturing, transferring, and use

Data Collection

• Undertaking visits to the field as needed to conduct and/or supervise data collection or verify data quality
• Designing and conducting surveys, key informant interviews, and focus group discussions
• Contributing to the documentation of program events such as meetings, events, and workshops

Data Management

• Contributing in developing databases, tools, and templates to track M&E activities
• Regularly updating and maintaining information databases and trackers to a high level of accuracy and completeness
• Preparing other M&E related documentation as requested by the M&E Lead Security Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership. Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.

Organizational Learning As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve – we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

Other

• Conduct him/herself professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.
• Other duties as assigned.

ACCOUNTABILITY: Reports Directly to the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Program teams, finance and operational staff.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (Business, Statistics, social science, or related field). A certificate in monitoring and evaluation is an advantage.
• At least 2 years’ working experience in monitoring and evaluation in the development sector.

Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Experience with data form design, collection, and data entry.
• Experience with data management, analysis, and report writing.
• Fluency in written and spoken English

SUCCESS FACTORS: The successful M&E Assistant should be self-motivated, energetic, proactive and ability to pay attention to detail. S/he should have excellent organizational skills. S/he should be a team player and possess exceptional interpersonal skills. S/he should be honest, reliable and should possess the ability to work independently. The M&E Assistant should be willing to learn and adapt well to new environment and changes. .