MEAL Team Leader

Contract

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MEAL Team Leader

Duty Station [Aden****]

Who are we?

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) has been providing relief and development services in the Horn of Africa since 1997. Using a protection of human rights framework, DRC has mainly focused on Somalis who are displaced by conflict. Programmers include protection, livelihood, food and NFI distribution, water and sanitation, and advocacy amongst others. DRC Yemen has been providing relief and development services in Yemen since 2008. DRC has mainly focused on refugees and migrants displaced by conflict and natural disasters.

DRC, through its specialized business unit, Danish Demining Group (DDG) aims to recreate a safe environment where people can live without the threat of landmines, unexploded ordinances and small arms and light weapons”. These goals can be effectively advanced through cooperation and joint action with other organization as well as with integration of operations and programs with its sister organization, DRC.

About the job:

Overall purpose of the role: this managerial position is under the overall guidance of the Quality Assurance Manager. S/he will contribute to the development and implementation of DRC Yemen Quality Assurance framework, with particular focus on designing and implementing monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning plans for all projects within the specified locations as well as other geographic locations whenever requested. S/he will have responsibility for designing and implementing MEAL activities under the direct supervision of QAM. S/he will also be required to analyze the data gathered and advise the project managers and senior management on issues relating to programme quality. In addition, s/he will be responsible for ensuring that DRC Yemen’s activities in the locations meet the Core Humanitarian Principle (CHS) obligations at project and programme level, including developing and overseeing the establishment of beneficiary feedback mechanisms.

Responsibilities: (in bullet points)

• Coordinate MEAL activities (monitoring visits, baseline assessments, end line assessments, PDMs, Market Assessments, or any other assessments) in consultation with QA Manager and Area Manager.
• Provide regular updates on program progress against indicators for programmatic components and ensure all delegated IPTTs are updated and shared with QA Manager and Area Manager on a timely basis.
• Provide regular updates on program progress, challenges, feedback, learning, and other issues with QA Manager and Area Manager.
• Coordinate MEAL reports (baseline, midterm, end line, PDM, ODM, field visit, verification, and other MEAL reports).
• In coordination with IM Specialist, support in the rollout of the information management system to ensure timely and accurate data is sent to the data focal point.
• In consultation of QA Manager, lead the recruitment process of MEAL staff and casual labors as well as build the capacity building of them.
• Act as the focal point for the Beneficiary Feedback Mechanism in coordination with QA Manager.
• Document lessons learn and share them with the QA Manager and Area Manager.
• Implement the annual MEAL Assessment set out by QA Manager.
• Perform other duties as assigned by QA Manager.

About you

To be successful in this role you must have:

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:

• Striving for excellence: Focusing on reaching results while ensuring efficient processes.
• Collaborating: Involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback.
• Taking the lead: Taking ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
• Communicating: Listening and speaking effectively and honestly.
• Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

Furthermore, DRC places strong emphasis on staff acting in accordance with the following DRC values:

• Humanitarian approach – right to life with dignity takes precedence over politics and principles
• Respect – belief in the notion that all human beings have equal rights
• Independence and neutrality – fairness and equality through non-affiliation with politics
• Inclusion – all people should have access to, and be included in, DRC interventions
• Honesty and transparency – assuming accountability for our actions

Moreover, we also expect the following:

Experience and technical competencies: (include years of experience)

Skills and Experiences:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the design and implementation of M&E in development projects implemented by national/international NGOs/UN.
• Ability to work in structured manner and independently with limited oversight.
• Knowledge and experience regarding HAP.
• Ability to remotely manage individuals.
• Excellent data analysis and report-writing skills.
• Demonstrable experience of developing monitoring and evaluation tools.
• Experience providing training and support to project staff.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills, including a supportive working style.
• Understanding of various donor requirements such UN, EC, ECHO, DFID, OFDA e.t.c.

Competencies:

• Adheres to the DRC’s values and ethical standards;
• Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of the DRC Yemen Program;
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
• Willingness to travel very frequently to field sites and percent of the time.
• Organizes and accurately completes multiple tasks by establishing priorities while taking into consideration special assignments, frequent interruptions, deadlines, available resources and multiple reporting relationships;
• Establishes, builds and maintains effective working relationships with staff and partners to facilitate the provision of support;
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral): sensitivity to and responsiveness to all partners, respectful and helpful relations with donors and project staff.
• Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure;
• Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities;
• Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view
• Solicits feedback from staff about the impact of his/her own behavior.

Education: (include certificates, licenses etc.)

Bachelor’s degree in social science, IT, computer science, statistics, economics, M&E science or related field.

Languages: (indicate fluency level)

• English – Fluent
• Arabic - Fluent

Terms The proposed employment conditions is based on DRC policy and Yemeni labour law. The selected candidate shall perform his/her duties in compliance with the DRC Code of Conduct and procedures at all times.

We offer

DRC will offer the successful applicant a contract ends on 30 June 2022. You must be available to start work as soon as possible and be willing and able to work in Aden.

Application process

Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the apply button or the link below. All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in the same language as this vacancy note. CV only applications will not be considered.

If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please contact job@drc.dk

Applications close 22 November 2021. The interviews are expected to take place**, in two weeks after advertisment closing date.**

Need further information?

For more details on this position, please contact [email protected].

Please note that applications sent directly to [[email protected]] will not be considered.

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website www.drc.ngo