Danish Refugee Council, one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, is currently looking for a highly qualified The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfilment of the wish to return home.
The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956, and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced.
All of our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.
About the job
The MEAL Assistant will work with MEAL officers to monitor progress and evaluate the effectiveness of planned interventions for DRC Iraq Programme. S/he will assist with baseline assessments, organize teams of enumerators and field data collection, support with data entry, analysis and reporting.
Geographic scope: South Area office – Based in Diyala-Baaquba
Responsibilities:
Monitoring, Evaluation and reporting
- Assist the MEAL Officer in implementing monitoring and evaluation activities for the field programme.
- Assist in the review MEAL Plans and populate the MEAL Activity Tracker with planned activities.
- Assist in planning and conducting field-level data collection and analysis using different techniques including household surveys, market assessments, focus group discussions and key informant interviews .
- Conduct training and supervision of enumerator teams, including checking questionnaires for reliability and consistency.
- Support the analysis of qualitative and quantitative data, writing and compiling reports to inform programme development and implementation.
- Compile, sort and analyze the information from field visits. Produce ad hoc and regular reports as required.
- Improve Monitoring and Evaulation department processes and procedures including data collection, data entry into databases, data filing, analysis and report writting.
- Contribute to the development of case studies, success stories and lessons learnt reports.
- Assist the MEAL Officer in implementing accountability activities for the field programme.
- Assist in the update of MEAL Master indicator sheet in coordiantion with the rest of the MEAL team Iraq.
- Assist the Officer in the inputs of donor reports based on collected data and past reports.
- Conduct field visits to collect information and observe distribution and program activities.
- Collect complaints and feedback when requiered.
Data and Information Management
- Maintain up to date databases and records on beneficiaries and activity delivery to ensure timely and easy access by programme teams for activity delivery.
- Conduct data entry, cleaning and analysis into programme databases and ODK systems under the guidance of the MEAL Officer.
- Provide regular reports and data to the MEAL Officer as well as programme teams to help in activity delivery.
- Make sure the reports produced are placed in the adequate Onedrive folder.
Other
- Any other duties as may be assigned by the Line Manager.
- Conduct duties in accordance with DRC Iraq programme Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Conduct duties in accordance with DRC Code of Conduct.
About you
- (Desirable) experience with Monitoring and Evaluation works.
- High-level knowledge and practice with all Microsoft offices product. (Excel, Word, PPT, OneDrive and SharePoint are assets).
- Flexible and willing to learn and apply new workplace skills.
- Team working and supporting colleagues.
- Focused on delivering best possible results to the organization.
- Able to work well with a range of people both within and outside the organization.
- Capacity to understand databases.
Education: (include certificates, licenses etc.)
Relevant Bachelor degree
Languages: (indicate fluency level)
- Arabic – fluent
- English – good
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:
Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
We offer
Contract length: 4 months
Band: H
Start date: 1/Sep/2021
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for National, please refer to drc.ngo under Vacancies.
Application process
Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the apply button.
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
Closing date for applications: 22th Aug 2021
Please note: that given the urgency of vacancy the position may be filled before the due date.
For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.
DRC as an employer
By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of around 8000 employees in 40 countries. We pride ourselves on our:
- Professionalism, impact & expertise
- Humanitarian approach & the work we do
- Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution
- Culture, values & strong leadership
- Fair compensation & continuous development
DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.
If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/about-us/job-and-career/support-for-job-seekers.
Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and positive work environment based on mutual respect for all employees. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, age, ability, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other factor. At DRC we celebrate diversity and appreciate our employees for the people they are and their unique skills, backgrounds, and perspectives. We encourage all interested candidates to apply!
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