MONITORING, EVALUATION, ACCOUNTABILITY AND LEARNING [MEAL] MANAGER
Ngo & Social Services Jobs
- Nutrition Action Zimbabwe ~~ 0
- Expires 09 Apr 2024
- Borrowdale, Harare
- Full Time
Job Description
Project / Organization Description
Nutrition Action Zimbabwe a local registered PVO operating in Zimbabwe since 2014. The organization’s primary focus is combating malnutrition in all its forms, through effective implementation of quality programming for both nutrition-specific and nutrition-sensitive programming. NAZ’s community-based approach focuses on implementing programs that empower communities through capacity building, knowledge sharing, and promoting sustainable practices. To foster sustainable and effective interventions, NAZ works closely with national, regional, and international organizations to design and implement evidence-based nutrition and other programs across Zimbabwe. NAZ seeks to recruit for the aforementioned position
Position summary:
Leads in the design and implementation of NAZ’s M&E systems across all projects. AS part of the program coordination team, monitors, and provides recommendations for the organization to build an effective, robust and integrated M&E system that facilitates for efficient program delivery by NAZ.
Duties and Responsibilities
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Include but are not limited to:
Objective 1: Lead the design and implementation of NAZ’s Monitoring & Evaluation systems across technical all programmatic areas.
• Support Program Managers and technical teams in designing guidelines, methodology and tools for regular and continuous follow-up of the program activities.
• Build harmonized guidelines, methodology and tools for the monitoring and evaluation of the program activities by the project M&E teams.
• Build guidelines, methodology and lead in conducting operational research studies across all program areas for NAZ.
• Identify problems and formulate solutions in any step of the implementation of the program.
• Ensure that the M&E systems developed comply with Donor guidelines for the projects being implemented by NAZ.
• Provide technical support and ensure effective coordination of the M&E field teams, in liaison with other technical managers.
Objective 2: Coordination
• To participate in meetings at organizational, project and partner level for coordination as required, and contribute to objective planning, and project implementation.
• Facilitate meetings or workshops with Program staff, partners, and other stakeholders as per the needs of the organization.
• Ensure proper use of common methodologies and advise technical teams through regular field visits; Identify technical experts and gather experience and recommendations from them on monitoring and evaluation systems.
• Integrate recommendations from NAZ technical partners, and management in building a robust and efficient monitoring system for the organization.
• Represent NAZ in meetings related to nutrition, agriculture and Food Security as per the needs of the organization.
• Meet with other actors (local NGOs, INGOs, Research Institutes,) and communities of practice to proffer strategies that further the mandate of NAZ.
• Participate in technical working groups at national and Provincial level (e.g. Nutrition cluster working group; CA task force) in order to build expertise and to offer contribution from NAZ based on our programming experiences and learning.
Objective 3: Human Resources training
• Identify M and E related training needs for all staff; Design and organize training to build up the capacity of staff in achieving their objectives; take lead in consultation with the HR department on the recruitment of M and E personnel.
Objective 4: Reporting
• Coordinate the finalization of Weekly activity updates on the Nutrition/ FSL/WASH Technical components across all projects.
• Participate in monthly technical reporting on all projects – internal, partner and donor reporting.
• Ensure program quality and evidence support in writing Donor reports (intermediary and final) in close collaboration with the program teams.
• Consolidate findings and produce synthetic reports and recommendations to improve both M&E systems and projects implemented by NAZ.
• Lead in the production of Technical reports for capitalization: Baseline survey, PDM, PHM, assessment reports, surveillance reports, specific studies.
• Participate in writing Concept papers and project proposals in collaboration with Coordination team.
Policy compliance – Mandatory Reporting Policy (MRP):
• Comply with all NAZ policies.
• Assist where necessary in undertaking activities that aim to prevent the occurrence of sexual abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries by NAZ and other humanitarian workers.
Confidentiality:
• Ensuring the non-disclosure of any information relating to the business of NAZ acquired in the course of duty, to any other person or organization without authority, except in the normal execution of duty.
Note: The role of the MEAL Manager cannot be limited to the specific duties and tasks detailed herein. The success of NAZ's mission is the highest priority, and all issues that arise must be addressed accordingly. Therefore, the MEAL Manager will be required to manage all unforeseen issues and circumstances and remain flexible to perform other duties, as and when required.
Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications and requirements:
The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training.
Education and Experience:
• Master's degree preferred: In Monitoring & Evaluation, Statistics, Epidemiology, Bio-Statisitcs, Applied research, Operational Research, Big Data analytics, or related studies.
• Bachelor's degree required: In a relevant field such as nutrition, food security, social sciences, statistics, research methods, or a program area aligned with the non-profit's focus.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience: In monitoring and evaluation, program management, or research within the non-profit sector.
Skills and Abilities:
• Strong analytical skills: Experience with data collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills: Ability to clearly communicate complex data and findings to diverse audiences (donors, stakeholders, beneficiaries).
• Proficiency in M&E methodologies and frameworks: Knowledge of frameworks like Logical Framework Analysis, Theory of Change, and Result-Based Management.
• Experience working with non-profit databases and data management software: Familiarity with tools like SPSS, Excel, or specific donor reporting platforms.
• Strong project management skills: Ability to plan, implement, and monitor M&E activities effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills: Ability to collaborate effectively with staff, program managers, and stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team: Manage workload effectively while also contributing to a team environment.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities: Juggle various tasks and ensure timely delivery of reports and analysis.
Additional Assets:
• Experience working in a cross-cultural environment and interacting with multi-cultural communities or programs working with diverse communities.
• Knowledge of the non-profit sector and its challenges: Understanding of the specific context and priorities within the non-profit landscape.
• Strong grant writing skills: Ability to write compelling proposals that effectively integrate M&E plans.
How to Apply
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