DME Officer

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With over 70 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.

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Key Responsibilities:

WORLD VISION MALAWI

EMPLOYEE REQUISITION & JOB DESCRIPTION & POSITION DESCRIPTION QUESTIONNAIRE (JDPDQER)

*All vacancy information and sections in red must be completed thoroughly.

Is this for a new vacancy or revised JD for incumbent? If there are no changes in the Vacancy Information section, you do not need to complete the section.

☐ New Vacancy ☐ Replacement

VACANCY INFORMATION

Today’s Date:

6/12/2024

Vacancy Type ID:

NO/SO Department - Local Recruitment

Earliest Budgeted Start Date:

01/07/2024

Job/Job Title:

MEAL Officer – Restore Africa Project

Number of vacancies to be filled:

Hiring Manager (HM) Name:

Ipyana Mushani

Hiring Manager Title:

Project Manager

Work Unit ID:

Please consult with your Business Partner/local P&C.

Where the country of the position is to be located:

Please consult with your Business Partner/local P&C.

Malawi

Contract Type:

Local 1

Employee Type:

Fixed term, Full-time

Contract Duration:

2+ Years

Cost Centre:

Vacancy Details:

Development (Field or Office)

History of Position:

New

Staffing Specialist/Recruiter/ P&C Representative:

Ruth Vilili

Application Deadline Date:

Hay Job ID:

Hay Grade:

TO BE COMPLETED AND RETURNED TO HIRING MANAGER BY P&C ONLY AFTER GRADING:

JEM Job Code

OP Job Title

OP Job Code

Date Job Evaluated

FLSA Classification (US Only)

☐ Exempt ☐ Non-Exempt

Local Labour Classifications (Non-US)

Section I – JOB DESCRIPTION/ PUBLICATION TEXT

PURPOSE OF POSITION

This Purpose of Position will be used in the WVI or local Careers site, and if applicable, advertisements. Please describe the role in 2-3 concise sentences. Focus on the core of what this role is supposed to achieve. Describe the purpose of this position and how this position contributes to achieving department objectives and the management and performance of others.

Lead and provide strategic direction on Monitoring, Evaluation, and Accountability systems for the Climate Asset Management (CAM) for Restoring Landscapes and Livelihoods in Malawi Program under Global Evergreening Alliance (GEA), of which World Vision International is the implementing partner for Ntcheu district. S/he will be responsible for coordinating and supervising MEAL activities at the district level, working closely with CRS to develop and implement high-quality monitoring systems and tools that address indicators in the initiative’s logical framework.

The MEAL Officer will also play an important role in improving information management and data quality, and in strengthening knowledge sharing, learning across the organization, with the stakeholders and development communities.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

List statements describing the final results of this position and method of accomplishments, and how results/performance are reviewed and measured. Begin with the most important accountabilities.

% Time

Major Activities

End Results Expected

DM&E System Implementation

Assist in revising the project objective hierarchy, log frame matrix, indicator performance tracking table (IPTT), data collection instruments, data and reporting flow maps and detailed implementation plan (DIP).

Participate in the development of Annual Work Plans and Budgets.

Assist in identifying and designing performance questions, key indicators, and targets for each project component and for each level of the objective hierarchy.

Support the project team at the district level in the design and implementation of assessments, stakeholder mapping and analysis, gender analysis, and other pre-program data collection and analysis.

Implement project developed tailored MEAL operating manual to ensure complete, up-to-date, high quality MEAL system, containing essential data collection tools, data flow maps and analysis plans.

Ensure the consistency of indicators and tools.

Key program and project performance indicators (KPI) are well monitored throughout the duration of the project.
Data collection tools and procedures e.g. logical frameworks, project performance tracking tables, data flow charts, M&E manuals are developed, effectively used and updated periodically
Performance of M&E system in the project is reviewed annually.

Programme/Project Effectiveness

Collaborate with stakeholders to develop feasible and effective discussion events where M&E data are analyzed, and corrective actions can be agreed upon.

Ensure transparent high-quality accountability mechanisms, including beneficiary feedback and response mechanisms, are in place and are regularly documented.

Participate and contribute to the process for identifying and designing the key indicators for each project component, to record and report physical progress against the work plans and designing the format of such progress reports.

Coordinate the planning and implementation of baseline and evaluation surveys and support community reviews.

Database with unique identifiers to track and report on each participant’s involvement in the land restorations and livelihoods project activities using ICT4D.

Data Quality Assurance -Systematic data quality assessments (DQA) using CRS’s DQA guidelines.

DME milestones such as baseline/evaluation surveys,

Alignment of project plans to RESAF Strategy, and international standards

Recommendations from DM&E Milestones within project is effectively and timely implemented.

Recommendations from project data analysis provided for decision making

Documentation and Reporting

Collect, compile and analyze progress reports prepared by Field officers and prepare a consolidated progress report and submit to CRS

Review field monitoring reports to assess interim impacts and identify causes of potential bottlenecks in implementation.

Collect, compile and analyze progress reports prepared by Field Coordinators and prepare a consolidated progress report.

Leverage lessons learned, best practices, program data, evaluations and other information to generate donor reports, success stories, case studies and other high-quality, results-based documentation.

Develop a dissemination plans.

Project progress reports are reviewed and analyzed for quality control

Timely submission of quality reports.

Lessons learned and best practices of are documented and shared with donors and stakeholders.

ITT is periodically updated and shared with program team and NO MEAL team to showcase progress of project implementation

DME Capacity Building

Provide training, mentoring, and ongoing technical assistance to field team and government extension staff to ensure effective implementation of MEAL activities and tools and high-quality data.

Conduct field monitoring visits events frequently with project teams.

Conduct periodic data quality audits and provide technical assistance to address any issues identified.

Build capacity of staff and stakeholders in community-based monitoring systems

Identify the MEAL training needs of the project team.

Develop and implement a capacity training plan related to project goals

Build capacity of volunteers in Case Management System on disabilities

Capacity on M&E system implementation, documentation and organization of data for staff for project is built

Strategies to increase data use and demand amongst Project staff and stakeholders shared

Community-based monitoring system in place.

Programme/Project Transition Leadership

Develop a well detailed transitioning plan for the project
Facilitate planning and implementation of project transition
Build capacity of staff and stakeholders in project transition
Ensure a smooth handover of M&E data and records to CRS/Donor.
Closely work with Community structures and District M & E personnel for government.

Quality transitioning plans developed and implemented

Community members and govt. stakeholders participate in programme transition.

Humanitarian Accountability

Support Accountability officer in implementing Feedback Complaints and Response Mechanisms in all project operation sites
Support establishment of accessible feedback channels and train staff for responsive handling.
Track and upload all the feedback in COMMCARE
Ensure inclusive communication methods and materials for all beneficiaries.
Actively track individuals with disabilities in project.
Accountability frameworks implemented
Well managed and functional FCRM
Clear data on people with disability

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

List education, knowledge & skills, licenses preferred, and all experiences required to perform this position in a fully competent manner.

Minimum education, training and experience requirements to qualify for the position:

List academic requirements (if applicable), technical skills, or other knowledge required as a minimum qualification for this position.

Bachelor’s degree in social science, or related discipline.

Minimum of three years of professional experience in implementing/managing integrated development programming, with knowledge of practices in monitoring and evaluation

Knowledge and experience in GIS software like Arch GIS is a plus

Knowledge and experience in On-line data collection platforms such as Commcare, ODK, Survey Solutions, Field Maps

Candidates with an ICT and GIS background will have an added advantage.

List additional work experience required as a minimum qualification for this position.

Demonstrated skills in M&E design with previous experience in application of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.
Experience in implementing/managing M&E for programs related to land restoration, climate smart agriculture, food and nutrition security, value chain development.
Excellent oral and written analytical communication skills, ability to work well with diverse group of people.
Ability to meet strict deadlines under pressure.
Leadership skills with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
Ability to meet strict deadlines under pressure.
Fluency in English and at least one locally spoken language.
Willingness to travel approximately 50% of time to the field to interact with field project stakeholders (farmers and others).

License, registration, or certification required to perform this position:

If applicable, include language requirement(s) as a minimum qualification for this position.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

List academic requirements, technical skills or other knowledge preferred for this position.

Strong written communication skills.

Strong interpersonal skills

Computer knowledge including Microsoft office tools and data collection and analysis software

Experience with innovation and program adaptation.

List additional work experience preferred for this position.

Strong written communication skills.

Strong interpersonal skills and managerial capacity

Computer knowledge including Microsoft office tools and data collection and analysis software

Experience with innovation and program adaptation

Work Environment

Include travel & work environment details.

Complete Travel and/or Work Environment statements if applicable

CORE CAPABILITIES

While all 13 core capabilities are expected of the role, to help the recruiters conduct more effective screening and interviewing of prospective candidates, please select the level for which they will interview. Then, identify a maximum of 3-4 priority core capabilities that are the most critical for this position.

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☒ Individual Level

☐ Leadership Level

☐ Organisational Level

Select 3-4 priority core capabilities that are the most critical for this position.

☒ Achieving quality results & service.

☐ Practising accountability & integrity.

☒ Communicating information effectively.

☒ Thinking clearly, deeply & broadly.

☐ Understanding the Humanitarian Industry.

☒ Practising innovation & change.

☐ Demonstrating Christ-centred life & work.

☐ Learning for growth & development.

☐ Maintaining work/life balance & effectiveness.

☐ Building collaborative relationships.

☐ Practising gender & cultural diversity.

☐ Influencing individuals & groups.

☐ Understanding World Vision’s mission & operations.

Section II - POSITION DESCRIPTION QUESTIONNAIRE

ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE

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Otherwise, create a chart below using position titles only.

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☒ Check if this position completes performance evaluation for all subordinates.

☒ Check if this position recommends hiring or termination of subordinate.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

List and describe all contacts (do not include your direct supervisor or subordinates) required in order to efficiently accomplish this position. Begin with the most important contacts. Be specific (e.g. UN leaders, strategic directors or subject matter experts from other NGOs, or other technical specialists from key arenas, etc.)

Contact

(within WV or outside WV)

Reason for Contact

Frequency of Contact

(Daily, Weekly, Monthly)

TP Coordinators

TP Data sources

Monthly

Development Facilitators

Data, Data Sources

Weekly

TP Managers

CWB Report Writing

Quarterly

District Managers

Technical support

Monthly

Government M&E Officers

Capacity building

Quarterly

Support Office program Officers

Baseline/evaluation events

On going

THRIVE 2030 Manager

Program Performance

Daily

MEAL Manager

Reporting overall project performance

Weekly

FREEDOM TO ACT

Describe decision-making responsibilities this position may have that do not require prior approval. Specify what actions are necessary in order to facilitate the completion of the specific tasks and how it is reviewed.

Designing of M&E Tools using set guidelines

Describe any decisions making referred to higher authority or that are controlled by policy. Indicate how assignment is given, by what method (verbal or written), by whom, how often, how work is evaluated, and type of guidance available.

Assignment is given through written communication, by supervisor
Work is evaluated through performance appraisals

Describe the most common way in which this position assign work and how it is reviewed. Indicate how assignment is given, by what method (verbal or written), by whom, how often, how work is evaluated, and type of guidance available.

Assignment is given through written communication

Major Challenges

Identify 2-3 of the most difficult problems this position might encounter. Distinguish between what is “typical” and what is “very challenging” and describe how these constraints/challenges can be resolved.

Challenge

Approach/Solutions

1. Data sources may be required from those who do not directly report to the position

Team working, persuasion

2.Identifying consultants who can fill capacity gaps

Determine a list of preferred consultants with master service agreements who can be called upon quickly to fill gaps.

Interpersonal Skills

Does this position require the ability to motivate, persuade, or convince others in order to achieve a desired outcomes or success? If so, provide 1-2 typical examples.

1. Strong interpersonal skills

2. Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing and negotiation

Financial Responsibility

Please describe any financial measures that may impact this position. For example, the value of purchases made by a purchasing manager, average monthly accounts receivable figures for the credit manager, etc.

None