Job Description
Senior Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Advisor
USAID Yemen My Education Activity (Taleemi)
FHI 360 is a global development organization, with a rigorous, evidence-based approach to human development. Our team of professionals includes experts in education, health, nutrition, economic development, civil society, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from over 60 offices with more than 4,000 employees in the United States and around the world. Our commitment to partnerships at all levels and our multi-disciplinary approach allows us to have a lasting impact on the people, communities and countries we serve by improving the lives of millions.
We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Senior Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Advisor for the upcoming USAID Yemen My Education Activity (Taleemi Activity). This position will be based in Aden and requires travel to other locations in the South of Yemen. The position is contingent upon award.
The duty station is designated as extreme risk and poses a heightened risk or direct threat to personal safety. FHI 360 has implemented mitigation measures and policies to ensure staff safety in coordination with FHI 360 Global Security. Applicants should research this location and the associated risks before applying.
Project Description
The goal of the USAID My Education Activity (Taleemi Activity) is to improve outcomes for out of-school children and youth through inclusive, high quality non-formal education in Yemen. This activity will ensure that out-of-school children and youth in Yemen transition into the formal education system; obtain certification of completion that will benefit them if they are not able to re-enter formal school; or benefit from pathways to training and economic opportunities after completion of NFE programming. The activity includes the following results:
Increased enrollment and retention of out-of-school children and youth in community responsive, safe, and adequately resourced environments
Out of school children and youth acquire foundational and life skills for transitioning into formal schools or entering the workforce
Improved implementation and management of non-formal education programs
The activity will be implemented in the South of Yemen in coordination with the Internationally Recognized Government of Yemen.
Position Description
The Senior Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Advisor is responsible for establishing and managing the project’s overall monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) system and leading MEL staff to track all progress made towards meeting program/contract results, indicators, and targets, including impacts on access, retention, learning outcomes, community engagement, gender, and disability-inclusive measures, ensuring that they are being consistently and systematically documented, tracked and reported. The Senior Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Advisor collaborates with and oversees sub-grantees to provide feedback on data collection and indicators; analyzes data reported from sub-grantees; and supports training of MEL personnel in quality assurance methods. They will collaborate with the program team to design operations research to support learning, evaluation, and planning, and oversee the implementation, analysis, dissemination, and use of research products. The Senior Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Advisor shares data and improvement plans and collaborates with staff and stakeholders on strategies for program improvements for greater program effects.
Job Summary/Responsibilities
Designs and oversees the monitoring, evaluation, and learning activities of the project; leads the design, development, planning, annual revisions, and implementation of the MEL plan and project evaluation activities, including the development and dissemination of tools, materials, reports, papers, and intervention-linked research
Develops systems for the timely collection, management, analysis, and reporting of valid and reliable data that meet donor reporting requirements
Works closely with the technical team to co-design monitoring tools, select indicators, and determine field monitoring responsibilities
Ensures tool compatibility and coordination within the MEL framework, and consistency with national and donor requirements
Leads the development of the project learning agenda, designs and implements learning activities and research studies
Focuses on strengthening the MEL system, building capacity