DfID Education MEAL Manager
September 30, 2014
Africa,
DfID Education MEAL Manager,
International NGO,
Save The Children,
South Sudan
Save the Children
Closing date: 14 Oct 2014
Save the Children is the world's leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children's lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.
We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.
We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.9 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.
Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with c15,000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We're changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.
Contract length: Until September 2015
The role
The DFID Education MEAL Manager will work closely with the Senior Programme Manager - Education Consortium, MEAL Advisor, programme managers and the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) to review, implement and maintain an effective monitoring & evaluation system, including beneficiary accountability and learning mechanisms for a large, complex and innovative DFID supported education project working across 5 states in South Sudan. The post-holder will also be expected to contribute towards implementation of the MEAL system as per the MEAL framework for South Sudan. The incumbent will ensure that education programming and reporting is based on evidence of good practice in line with organization strategies and international quality standards.
This role is a key part of the DFID-funded Alternative Education for all programmes that cover five of the ten states in South Sudan. The large, multi-faceted programme is implemented by Save the Children in a consortium with the Norwegian Refugee Council, and this role has the responsibility for ensuring quality and coherence in the M&E across both agencies. The post is the main link to the donor on matters relating to monitoring and evaluation; and will also be expected to work on building capacity of the field office teams.
Qualifications and experience
Advanced degree in a discipline relevant to international development, international affairs, education, M&E, etc.
At least 2 years' experience in :
PME design and implementation
Participatory assessment & monitoring
Data processing & analysis
Training & capacity building
Education-related M&E
Demonstrated experience in design and management of large-scale external and internal evaluations and consultancies
Excellent communication & facilitation skills
Strong Microsoft Excel skills
Good contextual knowledge related to civil society/community assessment
Ability and willingness to travel extensively to the field sites and work independently sometimes in harsh environments, difficult and occasionally in insecure environments
Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet tight deadlines
Fluent in spoken and written English
Commitment to realizing child rights
Commitment to Save the Children values
Desirable
Knowledge of SPSS and Microsoft Access
Experience working in horn/East Africa region
Experience in promoting children's participation in programme implementation & monitoring
We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
To see a full a job description, please visit our website at www.savethechildren.net/jobs
Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.
How to apply:
Application Email: Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to: 'jfawcett.75661.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com'
Closing date: 14 Oct 2014
Save the Children is the world's leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children's lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.
We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.
We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.9 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.
Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with c15,000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We're changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.
Contract length: Until September 2015
The role
The DFID Education MEAL Manager will work closely with the Senior Programme Manager - Education Consortium, MEAL Advisor, programme managers and the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) to review, implement and maintain an effective monitoring & evaluation system, including beneficiary accountability and learning mechanisms for a large, complex and innovative DFID supported education project working across 5 states in South Sudan. The post-holder will also be expected to contribute towards implementation of the MEAL system as per the MEAL framework for South Sudan. The incumbent will ensure that education programming and reporting is based on evidence of good practice in line with organization strategies and international quality standards.
This role is a key part of the DFID-funded Alternative Education for all programmes that cover five of the ten states in South Sudan. The large, multi-faceted programme is implemented by Save the Children in a consortium with the Norwegian Refugee Council, and this role has the responsibility for ensuring quality and coherence in the M&E across both agencies. The post is the main link to the donor on matters relating to monitoring and evaluation; and will also be expected to work on building capacity of the field office teams.
Qualifications and experience
Advanced degree in a discipline relevant to international development, international affairs, education, M&E, etc.
At least 2 years' experience in :
PME design and implementation
Participatory assessment & monitoring
Data processing & analysis
Training & capacity building
Education-related M&E
Demonstrated experience in design and management of large-scale external and internal evaluations and consultancies
Excellent communication & facilitation skills
Strong Microsoft Excel skills
Good contextual knowledge related to civil society/community assessment
Ability and willingness to travel extensively to the field sites and work independently sometimes in harsh environments, difficult and occasionally in insecure environments
Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet tight deadlines
Fluent in spoken and written English
Commitment to realizing child rights
Commitment to Save the Children values
Desirable
Knowledge of SPSS and Microsoft Access
Experience working in horn/East Africa region
Experience in promoting children's participation in programme implementation & monitoring
We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
To see a full a job description, please visit our website at www.savethechildren.net/jobs
Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.
How to apply:
Application Email: Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to: 'jfawcett.75661.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com'
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