Vacancies at GREEN PARTNERS ASSOCIATION

Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, & Learning Officer

Overall purpose of the role

•  Conduct monitoring activities, communicate information, gather data from the field, and follow up on activities to get feedback on the quality and relevance of the assistance.
• Analyze data and write reports.

Geographic scope: Northwest region, Cameroon

Due to the lack of emergency response services to the newly displaced in the NWSW regions, the Danish Refugee Council has formed partnerships with Green Partners Association (GPA) to implement the project “FLASH” – First Line local Assistance for Swift Humanitarian response in Northwest Cameroon.

The project implements RRM (emergency protection and food) in all divisions in the Northwest and protection activities in  Bui Division.

This role has a regional focus and ensures compliance with the organization’s procedures and guidelines within Cameroon.

Main responsibilities

Monitoring and evaluation activities

• Conduct comprehensive baseline and endline assessments
•  Support in conducting participatory monitoring activities with beneficiaries using a varied suite of tools
• Support the development of data collection methodology and tools
• Regularly undertake field monitoring visits
•  Ensure the high quality of data by ensuring the accurate data collection, data entry and upload as well as basic analysis of information
•  Ensure timely reporting on monitoring activities in line with work plans and project timelines
•  Provide regular verbal and written feedback on field observations and monitoring findings to DRC’s Monitoring & Evaluation/ IM Specialist based in Bamenda and relevant program staff
•  Work closely with the Cash for Food and Protection teams, conducting any monitoring activities planned in the MEAL Plan
• Participate in MEAL capacity-strengthening opportunities

Roles reporting to this position

No direct reports

Reports to Project Coordinator

•  Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience – preferably in social work, community development, non-governmental organizations, or civil society.
•  Experience working with NGOs and/or the humanitarian sector and use of data collection tools
•  Knowledge/experience with Monitoring & Evaluation, specifically information management or accountability
• Excellent skills in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Basic knowledge of data analysis practices and tools
• Knowledge of Kobo Tool Box is an asset
• Advanced English proficiency
• Fluency in local language

Core competencies:

•  Striving for excellence: Focusing on reaching results while ensuring efficient processes.
• Collaborating: Involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback.
•  Taking the lead: Taking ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
• Communicating: Listening and speaking effectively and honestly.
•  Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

Required education

University degree in relevant field (development or social research preferably with a focus on monitoring and evaluation as well as compliance issues) or equivalent professional qualification