National Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) and Reporting Officer

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. 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, internal candidates are considered first-tier candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

​​​Since the formation of the Federal Government of Somalia, the country has made significant progress towards restoring peace and security. However, significant destabilizing factors remain, including conflict and natural disaster. With more than 2 million displaced in Somalia, and a significant number of returnees from the region and beyond, Somalia has struggled to cope with high numbers of displaced.

​Increasingly, opportunities arise to support for durable solutions to displacement. IOM has been instrumental in its support of communities to drive, and government to increasingly lead on building progress towards durable solutions to displacement. With strong emphasis on localised capacities and community priorities, Danwadaag partners are building momentum towards durable solutions.

​As the lead agency for the Danwadaag Durable Solutions Consortium, IOM is seeking to build a strong Consortium Management Unit to ensure maximum impact of the collective’s efforts, ensuring: efficient delivery of program activities, alignment with other durable solutions initiatives, acute sensitivities to local dynamics, support to government structures with the displaced affected communities at the center of our efforts.

​Under the overall supervision of the Senior Urban Displacement Advisor and the direct supervision of the Programme Manager / Chief of Party for Danwadaag, the National MEAL and Reporting officer, will be responsible and accountable for coordinating and implementing monitoring and reporting activities of the Durable Solutions Consortium. The role of the National MEAL and Reporting Officer is to lead the establishment and continue the implementation of systems that promote evidence-based decision-making, programme and project performance tracking, and internal management.​​

Responsibilities

Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning

1. In close coordination with the Danwadaag Programme Manager, implement the Consortium’s MEAL activities including coordination with partner Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officers, donor counterpart liaison, liaison with third party monitor for donors and other relevant stakeholders.
2. Contribute to the development and maintenance of the Results Monitoring Framework including proactive monitoring of outcome and output indicators, in line with theory of change, in close coordination with implementing partners and the relevant donors.
3. Contribute to the development of and implement an M&E system to facilitate standardized and regular monitoring.
4. Contribute to building the capacity development of staff and implementing partners on Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) including providing technical inputs to support the development of training material in line with IOM institutional guidance such as the IOM M&E Guidelines and the IOM M&E e-learning course, through training, technical guidance and sharing of information.
5. Coordinate with respective Regional M&E Officer and HQ to facilitate compliance with IOM institutional M&E standards and guidance.
6. Encourage the standardization of Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) processes and compliance with IOM institutional guidance on M&E throughout the Consortium including the consistent use of SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures), and other guidance documents, facilitating coherence and quality of information collected against planned results and activities.
7. Coordinate the implementation of annual surveys and other ad hoc monitoring surveys (livelihoods, local (re)integration assessment, governance interviews) including participating in the development of tools and ToRs of surveys, supporting the roll out of mobile phone data collection by training field staff, providing technical support, as well as conducting preliminary data analysis and drafting M&E reports when needed.
8. Provide technical M&E support to the Consortium members when needed.
9. Supervise the monitoring of relevant cross-cutting themes specifically Accountability to Affected Population (AAP).
10. Contribute to the development of a user friendly and community participative data platform for Danwadaag in close partnership with IT consultants if needed and check its linkage with IOM’s institutional Evaluation and Monitoring Portal where relevant.
11. Implement an Accountability Framework with an ingrained Complaints Response and Feedback Mechanism (CRFM) to support timely decision making and improvements to programming.
12. Carry out periodic field monitoring visits, check adherence to agreed M&E standards and norms, identify bottlenecks impeding project delivery, and gather feedback about Danwadaag’s work.

Reporting and Communication

1. In close collaboration with the Danwadaag Programme Manager and Consortium Coordinator, coordinate the preparation and suggest edits of donor reports, including review and collation of partner report inputs.
2. Review and analyze monitoring, narrative and financial reports produced by partners and implementing partners for compliance and to identify the causes of potential bottlenecks in project implementation.
3. Assist the Danwadaag Consortium Coordinator with partner implementation agreements and assessments as needed.
4. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• ​Master’s degree in International Relations, Political Science, Business or Public Administration, International Studies 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.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• ​Experience in project/strategy conceptualisation, development, monitoring, reporting and evaluation;
• ​Experience in capacity-building activities, including design and delivery of trainings;
• ​Experience in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities as well as with national and international institutions;
• ​Familiarity with financial and business administration;
• ​Sound and proven understanding of internal and international migration issues in the country and in the region;
• ​Experience in organizing consultations, workshops and seminars with high level stakeholders;
• ​In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization;
• ​Excellent knowledge of monitoring and evaluation concepts, approaches and techniques including qualitative and quantitative methods, participatory approaches, and evaluative methodologies; and,
• ​Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming and institutional requirements.​

Skills

• ​​Strong writing and research skills;
• ​Excellent communication and analytical skills;
• ​High degree of judgment and initiative, ability to work with a high degree of independence within assigned areas;
• ​Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills; and,
• ​Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of diverse cultural and national backgrounds

Languages

• For all applicants, fluency in Somalia and ​English​ is required (oral and written).

IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

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.
• 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.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

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 actions 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) (applicable only if position is with direct reports)

• 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 leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

Notes

1. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
2. 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.
3. National Professional Officers should be nationals of the country of their employment. NPOs perform work at the professional level and the same standards of recruitment qualifications and performance, required for International Professional staff.
4. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
5. IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
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