Chemonics Iraq seeks applications from qualified candidates for multiple Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Assistant (MEL Assistant) positions for a USAID sponsored project. One position will be based in Mosul, one in Tell Keif, and one in Sinjar. The MEL Assistant plays a support role in information capture and reporting on a wide range of program activities. Working under the supervision of the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Manager, the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Assistant will need to have a degree of critical thinking, independent judgment, and initiative and be expected to collaborate and coordinate with all members of the team. S/he will play a support role in the information capturing and reporting of program activities in coordination with the MEL Officer.
Locations: Mosul, Tell Keif, Sinjar
Responsibilities:
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Monitor the overall implementation of program activities by collecting data in the field and reporting at the output and outcome level in accordance with MEL plans.
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Work closely with MEL Officer to ensure that MEL plans are executed in a timely manner.
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Ensure timely and accurate data collection and reporting for baseline studies, activity monitoring, surveys, pre/post-intervention assessments, and evaluations, using quantitative and qualitative tools including but not limited to focus group discussions, key informant interviews, qualitative observation, and surveys.
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Provide input to the MEL Officer in creating and developing tools and templates to collect and analyze data.
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Conduct regular field visits to program locations and activities. Draft site visit reports and share with wider team.
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Collect, analyze, and systematize feedback on individual activities or clusters of activities.
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Assist grantees with report preparation to ensure that reports capture results and impact, not only volume of activity.
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Schedule, organize, and carry out the logistics of field data collection.
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Undertake other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications:
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A Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in a relevant field.
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At least one year of demonstrated experience in data collection and reporting on program impact and implementation is highly desirable. Experience with donor-funded organizations is preferable.
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A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access) is required. Experience working with data collection software favorable.
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Ability to work in a professional and cordial manner with fellow staff members, the general public, and partner institutions including international and local NGOs, governmental entities, and support organizations.
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Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, to prioritize multiple work assignments in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, and exercise good, professional judgement.
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Good analytical ability and knowledge of project objectives to carry out data collection and monitoring.
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Employee will be required to travel, sometimes extensively, within Iraq.
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Fluency in written and oral Arabic and English is required; Written and oral fluency in Kurdish, and other local languages is a plus, but not required.
