Monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (MEAL) Assistant Intern

Assist in execution of MEAL activities and data collection.

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Overview

Assist in execution of MEAL activities and data collection.

You have:

  • Completed a degree in rural development, social science, economics, or any related field.
  • Fluent in writing and speaking Khmer.
  • Knowledge of electronic data collection tools is preferred.
  • Computer literacy required, including proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Passionate on MEAL.

Description

Specific duties and responsibilities:

  • Collaborates with program staff to ensure timely execution of assigned MEAL activities, including collaboration with the staff of implementing partner organization;
  • Assists MEAL manager in the development and adaptation of data-collection tools and performs quantitative and qualitative data collection, such as in-person and/or phone-based structured and/or semi-structured interviews, focus group discussions, as well as conducts field visits and observations, ensuring the quality of data collected;
  • Assist MEAL manager to programs survey questionnaires in KoBo Toolbox;
  • Monitor the quality of data collected continuously as it cumulates and follows up on any errors or challenges arising in the process;
  • Ensures anonymity of respondents, where applicable, and follows confidentiality and security procedures to ensure that the privacy of each respondent is protected;

General employee obligations and responsibilities:

  • The MEAL Assistant Intern adheres to PIN National Staff Policy and all other policies and guidelines and complies with PIN Safety and Security policy and Code of Conduct while performing his/her responsibilities;
  • Is obligated not to purvey any confidential information concerning any of PIN activities outside of PIN to any third party;
  • Actively engages in personal and professional development by attending relevant trainings, webinars, and following an individual capacity building plan in coordination with the supervisor.
  • Maintains, uses and manages efficiently all PIN data collection devices.

Other:

  • Other additional tasks related to his/her area of specialization will assigned by MEAL Manager

Benefits

  • 1.5 days of Annual Leave per month
  • Insurance (Hospital & Surgical, Accident, NSSF)
  • A friendly and good working environment
  • Training and capacity development opportunities.

Requirements

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

  • Passionate on MEAL
  • Knowledge of electronic data collection tools is preferred
  • Computer literacy required, including proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Studied or completed a degree in rural development, social science, economics, or any related field
  • Fluent in writing and speaking Khmer.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience with data collection tools and how you've used them in past work or studies? This question assesses your practical experience and familiarity with data collection tools critical for the role. Discuss specific tools you've used, the context for their use, and the outcomes achieved.
How do you ensure the confidentiality and anonymity of respondents when collecting data? This question evaluates your understanding of ethical standards in data collection. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a situation where you encountered challenges while collecting data. How did you address these challenges? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use to ensure data quality during the collection process? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide an example of how you have engaged in personal or professional development? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How would you approach preparing a survey questionnaire in KoBo Toolbox? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What interests you most about working in MEAL and how do you think you can contribute? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Tell me about your experience with qualitative research methods such as interviews and focus groups. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 8 months ago - Updated 7 months ago - Source: peopleinneed.net