2023-12-05

Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Assistant, Baidoa/Hudur, Somalia

Baidoa/Hudur, Somalia
Posted on December 5, 2023

ANPPCANSOM

Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Assistant, Baidoa/Hudur, Somalia

Term of Reference Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Assistant

Duty stations: Baidoa/Hudur (Somalia);

Position: Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Assistant – peace-building, reconciliation and social cohesion program in Baidoa and Hudur districts, South West State

Reporting lines: Reports to the ANPPCANSOM Monitoring Support Specialist

Duration: 12 months

Background

ANPPCANSOM is Women and Child oriented local NGO that works in the Humanitarian and Development Sector and operates as a non-governmental, not-for-profit and non-partisan national institution. ANPPCANSOM Somalia is legal entity connected to the ANPPCAN Regional Office as one of the 28 ANPPCANS Chapters across the continent with principles policy directions aimed at effectively realizing its vision, mission and core values. The organization was founded by a team of Somali intellectuals who were concerned with the living condition of children and women in Somalia whose protective environment has been weakened more two decades of conflict resulting in the collapse of institutions at all levels. Hence, they decided to speak for and stand to support underprivileged groups. The institution is registered in Somalia (2008) as LNGO and has operational mandate in the country.

Objective

The M&E Assistant will support the Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist in establishing and implementing effective M&E systems for peace building, reconciliation and social cohesion programs in Baidoa and Hudur in South West State, Somalia.

Key Responsibilities

Data Collection and Entry:

Assist in the collection of data through surveys, interviews, and other data collection methods as per the M&E plan and Project Result framework.
Ensure accurate and timely entry of data into databases or information management systems.

Data Quality Assurance:

Conduct regular data quality checks to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of collected information.
Flag any data discrepancies or issues for prompt resolution.

Reporting Support:

Assist in the preparation of regular M&E reports by providing accurate data and information.
Support in the documentation of findings, case studies, and success stories for reporting purposes.

M&E Framework Implementation:

Assist in implementing the M&E framework, ensuring compliance with project requirements and established indicators.
Contribute to the monitoring of project activities and outputs.

Capacity Building and Training:

Provide support in training project staff and partners on data collection tools and methodologies.
Assist in building the capacity of local stakeholders in data collection processes.

Qualifications and Skills

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (statistics, social sciences, international development, etc.) or equivalent work experience.
Prior experience in data collection, entry, and basic analysis; experience in M&E activities is advantageous.
Familiarity with data collection tools and software, including Excel or statistical software.
Detail-oriented with a strong ability to organize and manage data effectively.
Good communication and reporting skills.
Ability to work effectively within a team and in challenging environments.
Fluency in English; proficiency in Somali languages is beneficial.

Safeguarding

We believe in a country where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we do everything we can to keep children safe. In the light of this, a range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with ANPPCANSOM’s Adult and Child Safeguarding Policy. We will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our Adult and Child Safeguarding Policy and the Code of Conduct By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

How to apply

Deadline for this post will be December 14, 2023. Any application submitted later than given time will not be considered valid.

How to apply

Please send your application Cover letter and CV to hr@anppcansom.so. Please indicate M&E Assistant as the email subject. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

ANPPCANSOM is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all.

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