Action Against Hunger-Horn and Eastern Africa is part of the Action Against Hunger International network, which provides humanitarian relief in over 40 countries worldwide in the sectors of nutrition, health, water/sanitation, and food security. Caafimaad+ Consortium is a health and nutrition consortium in Somalia comprising INGOs Action Against Hunger (Lead), Concern Worldwide, IMC, SOS CV, and Trocaire. Three local partners, Juba Foundation, Lifeline Gedo, YouthLink, and SHACDO are also implementers within the Consortium. The Consortium has a presence in 5 of Somalia's 7 states of Banadir, Gedo, Southwest, Hirshabelle, and Galmudug. Geographical coverage spans 8 regions in South Central Somalia, reaching 23 mostly hard-to-reach districts with various degrees of access constraints and control by non-state actors. Caafimaad+ consortium implements integrated emergency life-saving health, nutrition, and WASH support for the most vulnerable populations affected by conflict, displacements, natural disasters (floods/drought), and disease outbreaks in South Central Somalia.
Summary of position
Provide oversight for all program\u2019s planning, evaluation, knowledge management, monitoring, and evaluation. The Associate Director MEAL (AD MEAL) develops and oversees monitoring systems to track the success of program implementation, identifies performance indicators, develops quality assurance strategies, and builds the capacity of the Somalia Mission and Consortium on M&E. The position will also improve data systems - collection, storage, and use \u2013 to increase the effectiveness and scalability of M&E systems and conduct and oversee the analysis of data from day-to-day M&E activities. Additionally, the AD MEAL will prepare high-quality reports for internal and external audiences.
Purpose:
The AD MEAL will develop the Monitoring and Evaluation system/framework, oversee its implementation and analyze the metrics for Caafimaad+ Consortium and Somalia Mission\u2019s projects to assess the impact and quality in support of project design, implementation and reporting. The projects need to align to the Core Humanitarian standards as well as the Somalia Mission\u2019s internal rules and regulations.
In addition, the role will oversee the implementation of accountability and feedback systems in addition to developing required tools for use in specific projects based on an established M&E framework.
Engagement
Collaborate with the Consortium MEAL team members and the Mission to develop work plans, and standardized quantitative and qualitative monitoring tools for monitoring key processes, outputs, and outcome indicators related to each sector of intervention.
Delivery
The AD MEAL will oversee data collection and analysis for baseline, endline and routine/post-distribution monitoring activities and facilitate timely and quality reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
Essential job duties
Management & Support functions
Lead the development, updating, and upgrading of Somalia Mission and Consortium MEAL strategy, developing structure, process, and procedures for the effective and efficient tracking of the consortium\u2019s programs. Participate in regular project review exercises and technical working group meetings. Provide information as required to the respective technical clusters and donors in relation to humanitarian data and proactively alert the consortium on any data of concern.Development of data collection tools, methodologies and systems
Review and design appropriate information collection tools and methodologies including TORs, questionnaires, data entry tools, coding and upload in online platforms Develop appropriate project MEAL tools and methodologies, identify priorities for project MEAL and follow up on the timelines. Ensure that all the designed tools, methodologies and other MEAL activities are in line with MOH guidelines, cluster\u2019s guidelines, and other humanitarian standards such as CHS and SPHERE.Quantitative & qualitative surveys
Take the lead on ensuring partners conduct requisite evaluations, Post Distribution Monitoring (PDMs), beneficiary Satisfaction Surveys, Post Implementation Monitoring, FGD, KII qualitative and quantitative assessments as per the agreement project MEAL plan Provide leadership and guidance in the survey and assessment process, ensuring the full participation of all parties from planning through data collection to reporting and drawing of conclusions and recommendations. Coordinate \u2018lessons learned\u2019 assessment and \u2018recommendations development\u2019 workshop/meetings following each assessment documenting key areas for improvement/amendment at the next assessment, ensure findings are used to improve the process of the next survey and create recommendations for programLearning and project quality
Support in the development and operationalization of a consortium knowledge management and learning strategy Support Consortium MEAL and program teams to better document and integrate knowledge and learning in program implementation through the development of appropriate tools and guidance notes. Organize and facilitate internal and external learning events and participate in the development of review and closure meetings.Digitalization of Reporting Systems
Ensure digitalization of Consortium data at all levels (community to Regional referral facilities) for near real-time data transmission for timely decision making Ensure interoperability of the consortium data systems with MOH and partners\u2019 systems Ensure system provided live dashboards and heat maps, and other visualizationsEvaluations and Data Assessment
Work with consortium partners to ensure periodic data quality assessments Coordinate Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) Coordinate Real-time Program Evaluation (PE)Operational Research and knowledge sharing
Support operational research for a better understanding of the effectiveness of initiatives being undertaken by the consortium Conduct outcome studies to enhance understanding of the impact of the Consortium\u2019s intervention Lead development of abstracts, posters, and articles for presentation in peer review fora, and/or publication in peer review journals.Supervisory Responsibilities
No direct supervisory role Provide oversight and direction to ALL Caafimaad+ Consortium MEAL functionshysical demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit for long periods and to concentrate on work, including typing, and turn out heavy volumes of work accurately, within short time frames under stressful situations in the context of a moderately noisy office with many interruptions. Must be able to proofread own work accurately so that only minor corrections are needed on an infrequent basis. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Working Conditions, Travel and Environment
The duties of the job require regular job attendance at least five days per week. Must be available to work outside normal office hours or on the weekends as required. Must be able to travel as required for standard domestic and international official matters. While performing the duties of this job in the field, the employee may be exposed to precarious settings under high-security risks and outside weather conditions, as well as infectious diseasesGender Equality Commitments & Zero Tolerance to Abuse
Foster an environment that reinforces the values of gender and equal access to information. Provide a work environment where women and men must be evaluated and promoted based on their skills and performance. Promote a safe, secure, and respectful environment for all stakeholders, particularly for children, beneficiaries, and members of staff. Help to prevent any type of abuse including workplace harassment and sexual abuse and exploitation. Respect beneficiaries\u2019 women, men, and children (boys and girls) regardless of gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion, race, color, ancestry, national origin, age, or marital status. Value and respect all cultures.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
Master\u2019s degree preferably in Monitoring & Evaluation Statistics, Data Science, Epidemiology, or Public Health Other health and/or nutrition-related training or experience an added advantageRequired Skills & Experience
10 \u2013 15 years of professional experience in the field of Monitoring and Evaluation
Knowledge of major quantitative & qualitative monitoring methodologies and proven ability to design monitoring instrumentation tools Extensive knowledge in (quasi-) experimental program evaluation designs Experience with health and nutrition in emergency humanitarian context Experience with planning, designing, implementing, and analyzing data of operations research High level of proficiency in MS Office and/ or Statistical Software (SPSS, STATA, ODK etc.) Advanced skills in data analysis presentation and report writing Excellent analytical skills combined with a proactive, energetic approach to problem-solving Excellent management, communication (oral presentation and written) and organizational skills; flexibility and ability to multi-task. Professional proficiency in spoken and written English is required. Previous experience in Somalia, Horn of Africa, or similar context is desirable.Benefits
Action Against Hunger-USA provides all staff with an attractive salary & benefits package. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees & qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, or status as a veteran. Action Against Hunger-USA complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
Application Process.
Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the apply button. All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated resume and both must be in the same language as this vacancy note. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and deadline is February 28, 2025.