Aden Senior Monitoring & Evaluation Associate G6

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal candidates are considered first-tier candidates.   Context

Under the overall supervision of the Programme Support Coordinator (a.i) and the direct supervision of the Programme Support Officer (Aden), the Senior M&E Associate will assist with monitoring, data gathering and analysis of IOM’s programmes across Yemen.

1. Under the guidance of the Program Support Officer, conduct regular qualitative monitoring assessments in coordination with Program Managers and with the support of IOM’s Third-Party Monitor.
2. Manage IOM’s Third-Party Monitor through continuous engagement, the review of deliverables, capacity building and facilitating cooperation with program and field staff.
3. Conduct field monitoring of program activities at the project sites in close coordination with programme teams, according to the program goals and objectives for all sectors.
4. Liaise with sector focal points on a regular basis to keep track of project implementation and develop MEAL plan based on implementation of program activities.
5. Assist in preparing tools for field monitoring and conduct regular field missions to gather data
6. Support in data cleaning, analysis and drafting of M&E reports, circulating reports, analysis, and findings to relevant project managers
7. Advise units with the preparation of donor reports, including to ensure compliance with key programme indicators and objectives.
8. Review and streamline data collection, analysis and management processes in the mission, including through direct support for the development of program specific IM systems and the management and continuous improvements of the mission’s online database.
9. Perform such other duties as may be assigned. Education
   • University Degree from an accredited academic institution in Social Science/Public Relation/Economics/Development Studies/ International Relations or other relevant disciplines with four years of relevant professional experience, or
   • High School diploma with six years of relevant professional experience. Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.   Experience
     • Experience in collecting data through both qualitative and quantitative approaches.
     • Operational experience in the field in IDP/refugee and migration related issues, including technical cooperation, project development and project/programme implementation and evaluation. 
     • Proven experience with M&E methods and approaches, planning and implementation of M&E systems, information/data collection, entry, analysis and report writing 
     • Familiarity with humanitarian assistance programming an advantage. 
     • Previous experience working in an international organization and knowledge of the UN is essential;
     • Previous work in relevant issues such as migration, displacement, livelihoods, humanitarian assistance
     • Good verbal and written communication skills in English and Arabic.  Skills
       • Expert data handling skills (classification, categorizing, tabulation etc.) and demonstrates diligence in data management.
       • Must be proficient with MS Office and Excel.
       • Organization, planning, and time management skills.
       • Information dissemination skills is required.
       • Good working knowledge of statistical packages is required.
       • Good verbal and written communication skills in English and Arabic. Languages

         For this position, fluency in English and Arabic is required (oral and written). 

         IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish. Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.   Required Competencies   IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.   Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
       • Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
     • Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
   • Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
10. Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.