Democratic Republic of the Congo: Call for Applications: Monitoring & Evaluation/Reporting Officer

Position title:Monitoring & Evaluation/Reporting Officer

Appointment: Consultancy Contract, 3 months

Duty station:Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo

Organisation Unit: Operations and Emergencies

Organizational Context and Scope:

Within the context of the revised International Stabilization and Security Support Strategy (ISSSS) in the Democratic Republic of Congo, IOM, CORDAID, PAX and VNG-I, developed a joint stabilization programme, Consortium for Integrated Stabilization and Peace in Eastern DRC (CISPE), contributing to two ISSSS pillar objectives, “Democratic Dialogue” and the “Restoration of State Authority”.

The programme’s goal is “to contribute to the improved mutual accountability and capacity between Congolese state institutions and civil society to address and mitigate the main drivers of conflict in selected intervention zones in Ituri and North-Kivu, and to reinforce the legitimacy of these institutions and its agents, who are perceived as enabling security actors by men, women, boys and girls.”

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and direct supervision of Program Manager – CISPE, and close coordination with the Program Support Unit (PSU) the incumbent will be responsible for the monitoring and evaluation as well as reporting and project development aspects of the Consortium.

1. Maintain an up-to-date tracking tool (trimester 4 of Year 3) used within the logical frameworks of all ongoing activities managed by CISPE and ensure that the information collected during project implementation complies with and meets the given indicators.

2. Coordinate the data collection and analysis of the upcoming CISPE Endline during the last trimester of CISPE

3. Coordinate with the M&E Cell of the Stabilization Support Unit (SSU)/MONUSCO to harmonize the data collected through the joint tools during the last trimester of CISPE program.

4. Ensure that reporting deadlines for CISPE are respected and required reports are prepared and coordinated with the PSU for necessary endorsement prior to submission to donor.

5. In coordination with PSU, prepare regular periodic and ad-hoc reports, situation, thematic and operational updates for sharing with internal and external counterparts, including government agencies, donors, partners, RO, Headquarters.

6. In coordination with CISPE programme manager, conduct necessary field visits of ongoing activities by IOM and IOM’s Partners.

7. Work closely with program manager and consortium members in the drafting of the CISPE 2 Project Proposal including narrative and budget in line with donor requirements and coordinate with RMO and PSU for required endorsements from relevant units within the mission and regional office.

8. Engage in discussions with partners within the non-governmental organizations (NGOs), international nongovernmental organization (INGO) and UN community with the purpose of signing Memorandum of Understandings, drafting joint project proposals and submitting the joint-proposals to select members of the donor community.

9. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Deliverables:

• Updated monitoring and evaluation tracking tool

• Endline report of CISPE consortium

• Final report of CISPE consortium

• Draft project proposal for CISPE 2

• Draft situation reports and operational updates

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education:

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Science, International Relations, Humanitarian Assistance, Migration 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

Experience:

• Experience in M&E, Statistics and/or project development and management;

• Experience in drafting and implementing monitoring and evaluation frameworks;

• Experience liaising with specialized international agencies (UN agencies, international organizations and international specialized NGOs);

• Knowledge of U.S. Government, European Union (ECHO), Swiss and Dutch funding mechanisms is an advantage;

• Prior experience in the field of stabilization, early recovery, community resilience, humanitarian assistance and related fields is an advantage;

• Experience working in the country or region is an advantage.

Language: Fluency in French & English is required

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following competencies:

Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

• 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.

Core Competencies

• 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 action and delegated work.

• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies

• 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 potential.

• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

Interested candidates are required to submit letter of motivation, curriculum vitae and credential documents clearly indicating the position title in the subject line via e-mail to iomgomarecruitment@iom.int

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Women are highly encouraged to apply.