Senior MEAL Officer At Justice, Development and Peace Commission (JDPC)

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Background

JUSTICE DEVELOPMENT AND PEACE COMMISSION (JDPC), MAIDUGURI DIOCESE, MAIDUGURI DIOCESAN SECRETARIAT, OPP MUSA USMAN STATE SECRETARIAT, P.O.BOX 58, MAIDUGURI BORNO STATE.

Justice, Development and Peace Commission (JDPC) is a non-governmental organization which has been engaged in developmental works in Borno, Yobe and Adamawa States for the past 50 years. JDPC also focuses on Agriculture, WaSH, Nutrition, MHPSS and other emergency programming, reaching out to all persons on the basis of need, regardless of creed, ethnicity or nationality.

JDPC is inviting suitably qualified candidate for the above-mentioned position to work in Michika and Hong LGA.

Candidate must be prepared to start work as soon as possible.

Positions: Senior MEAL Officer
Duration: 6 Months with possible extension based on performance
Location: Mubi
Travel Required: Yes

Post Description:

The Senior MEAL officer, under the direct supervision of the Senior Program Manager of JDPC will lead the monitoring of project implementation and the collection, analysis and presentation of data on the project and, in extension, other projects of the organization.

Responsibilities

S/he will work in close collaboration with the SPM to produce periodic quantitative and narrative reports that highlight progress and flag areas of improvement to guide project adjustments.
S/he will work with other stakeholders to develop tools and build capacity to generate, analyze and interpret data and use it to inform program strategies and learning and meet reporting requirements
The primary objective of the post holder is to develop and implement a MEAL framework that will maintain accountability standards and ensure effective monitoring, evaluation and learning of JDPC’s development and humanitarian activities in Northeast Nigeria.
The post holder will develop and adapt M&E tools/approaches, work with the MEAL Manager to build the capacity of the MEAL unit, provide support and guidance to operations teams, clearly define M&E functions across the operations, and support the accountability/MEAL team in rolling out the MEAL system across the response in all sectors.
The post holder will guide teams in achieving outcome/impact focused projects and ensure response programme accountability to beneficiaries, local government and non-government partners and their donors in line with JDPC’s, and donors’ compliance requirements.
The post holder will represent JDPC externally to partners and the wider

Humanitarian community and will represent the MEAL interests of the Humanitarian Response of management and other senior colleagues.

The post-holder will support the business development team in the design of new programs, and development of the MEAL inputs for the Humanitarian Response Plan;.
He/she will develop a MEAL system outlining indicators, tools, data sources, data flow, procedures, staffing and statistical procedures required to monitor implementation and assure quality project interventions.
The post holder will deliver training on key components of the project MEAL system to junior and senior staff.
Perform other duties that maybe assigned to you.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

A Minimum of master’s degree in a relevant field (Statistics, Development, Finance, Economics, etc.)
At least 5 years of professional experience in implementing M&E for programs related to food security, WaSH, protection, livelihoods, education, agriculture, social behavior change communication or other integrated programming
Demonstrable skills in monitoring and evaluation, data management, and research methodologies.
Demonstrated experience developing and delivering diverse training programs and transferring knowledge to community level health and social service workers and/or volunteers.
Experience in managing databases, data applications, statistical packages and MIS
Proven experience in using statistical software such as SPSS, R, Python, or Microsoft Power BI.
Previous experience of working on large-scale, complex, multi-sectoral programs in an emergency context.
Previous experience in leading teams and building M&E team capacity (developing training tools, training, coaching and mentoring).
Experience in all aspects of program development, proposal writing and budget development.
Ability to analyze information, evaluate options and to think and plan strategically.
Excellent interpersonal, communication and representation skills.

Personal Skills

Strong sensitivity and respect for local cultures
Professional manner in dealing with community members and co-workers.
Strong listening skills combined with excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
Possess good interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
Ability to work to meet deadlines in multiple tasking environments • Excellent organization, planning and analytical skills
Good writing skills in English.
Ability to work in a challenging and demanding environment.
Ability to work as part of a team and coordinate with other JDPC staff.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should click here to apply not later than 11:59pm on Sunday the 18^th of August 2024.