Recrutement de 01 Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL)Officer

Recrutement de 01 Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL)Officer
Niveau d'études: Non précisé
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Expire le: 06-03-2023

L’Organisation Internationale pour les Migrants (OIM)
N'Djamena, Chad
Position Title : Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL)Officer
Duty Station : N'Djamena, Chad
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P2
Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, nine months with possibility of
extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 06 March 2023

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.


Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. 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, the following are considered first-tier candidates:
1. Internal candidates
2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states: Antigua and Barbuda; Aruba (Netherlands); Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands; Curaçao; Fiji; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People's Democratic Republic (the); Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Timor-Leste; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.

Context:
Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants. IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. This is a call for interested candidates for the position of Program Support Unit Coordinator, N’Djamena, Chad.

Under the direct supervision of the Head of Programmes and the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and in close coordination with the Regional Monitoring and Evaluation Officer and relevant units at Headquarters, the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Officer will be responsible for supporting all aspects of projects/programmes/strategy Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E), including the development and implementation of the M&E system to strengthen monitoring and evaluation activities, data collection and analysis, and reporting, to facilitate learning and to recommend continuous improvements, where necessary.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Contribute to the development of standardized monitoring and evaluation tools and facilitate their mainstreaming across departments and projects.
2. Maintain and adjust the overall project/programme/strategy Monitoring and Evaluation framework in close coordination with Programme Managers, the Head of Programmes, CoM and DTM unit.
3. Coordinate and organize monthly, quarterly, or annual project/programme/strategy reviews, participatory impact assessments, process and operations monitoring, real time, midterm and final evaluations and lessons learned workshops, while monitoring the compliance of M&E arrangements with the donor/UN/HQ requirements.
4. Supervise Monitoring and Evaluation support activities and staff to facilitate comprehensive and detailed coverage of project/programme/strategy M&E activities through all stages of implementation
5. Contribute to the development of reliable data management processes, including standardization of data format and structure in coordination with IOM Chad’s DTM team
6. Draft regular monitoring reports to be shared with relevant stakeholders such as donors/UN agencies and coordinate with the CO’s Public Information Officer with regards to utilization of M&E findings in Public Information materials. Ensure that evaluation reports are made available to the main stakeholders and donors and are made public as per IOM Evaluation Policy.
7. Contribute and facilitate the regular sharing of M&E findings with relevant stakeholders and other IOM offices and departments, and that M&E data/reports are discussed in the appropriate forum in a timely manner, including to clarify discrepancies and clear gaps.
8. Participate to the selection of and monitor the work of Implementing Partners that are sub-contracted to conduct surveys and studies required for monitoring and evaluating projects/programme/strategy, in line with procedural M&E and reporting guidance to be included in service providers’ contracts.
9. Assist in designing M&E matrices and logical frameworks as required by programming needs and in line with the standards set at national level as well as regional level.
10. Review the availability and quality of existing social and economic data related to the project/programme/strategy area, the methods for collecting them and the degree to which they can provide baseline statistics and reference for project/programme/strategy monitoring and evaluation.
11. Provide technical inputs for interim and final report preparation, in close coordination with the relevant units, including Resource Management, in IOM Chad as well as with the relevant IOM Regional Offices.
12. Facilitate the submission of reports to donors, checking adherence to project proposals, signed agreements and institutional reporting requirements of IOM and the donor.
13. Track the submission and reporting progress of all Mission projects and reports and assist project managers where necessary.
14. Provide support in the coordination with donors; draft correspondence with Headquarters and field Missions on matters related to the use of contributions and contractual obligations for projects.
15. In coordination with the relevant units and Focal Points of the CO, support the “do no harm” principle and work to promote Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP) approaches through awareness-raising and the development of effective accountability mechanisms, in line with IOM’s global standards.
16. In coordination with the Project support unit, assist in the management and roll out of the IOM Chad’s various accountability and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse PSEA initiatives
17. Keep abreast of internal framework for Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) and Results Based Management (RBM) developments to facilitate compliance with processes and strategies such as the Country and Regional strategies, IOM Institutional Questionnaire (IQ), IOM global M&E strategy, Strategic Results Framework (following IOM Global Vision), regional M&E planning tools and PRIMA-for-all standards.
18. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education
• Master’s degree in Development, Political, International Relations, Governance or Social Sciences, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or
• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience
• Previous experience in working with an international organization;
• Experience in supporting project/strategy conceptualisation, development, monitoring, reporting and evaluation;
• Experience in supporting project/strategy development and capacity-building activities;
• Experience in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities as well as with national and international institutions; and,
• Experience in organizing consultations, workshops and seminars with high level stakeholders;

Skills
• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization;
• Excellent knowledge of monitoring and evaluation techniques including evaluative methodologies and results monitoring plans;
• Strong knowledge of data collection and analysis;
• Knowledge and understanding of programmatic development and integrated approaches to project development;
• Ability to adapt M&E and reporting tools to work effectively with local authorities, stakeholders and beneficiaries;
• Strong reporting skills;
• Good knowledge of information management and data visualisation; and,
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and other related software.

Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.
External applicants for all positions in the Professional category are required to be proficient in
English and have at least a working knowledge of one additional UN Language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish).
For all applicants, fluency in English and French is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes
Previous applicants do not need to re-apply.
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Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

Required Competencies:

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 wherever possible.
• 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.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2
• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2
• Leadership: provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the organization’s vision; assists others to realize and develop their potential.
• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

Other:
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations.
Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.



Posting period:
From 21.02.2023 to 06.03.2023

No Fees:
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.