JOB SUMMARY:
Organizational Setting
The main aim of the FAO Syria Country Office is to assist government to develop policies, programmes and projects to achieve food security and to reduce hunger and malnutrition, to develop the agricultural fisheries and forestry sectors, and to use their environmental and natural resources in a sustainable manner.
Reporting Lines
The Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant will work under the general supervision of the FAO Representative in Syria and the direct supervision of the national Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist, in close collaboration with other units.
Technical Focus
The National Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant will assist in implementing and maintaining FAO Syria monitoring and evaluation unit, which includes:
Tasks and responsibilities
• Participate in developing project log frames, M&E plans, designing monitoring and reporting tools, templates and guidelines; guiding and overseeing the development of databases and ensuring that all projects key performance indicators are up to date, monitored and reported properly;
• Support the establishment of baseline, Midline and Endline data for FAO Syria projects, especially at the beginning and the end of the projects’ implementation.
• Provide support for data analyzing monitoring and project reporting:
• Support the establishment of frameworks for regular monitoring of all FAO Syria project activities, which includes ensuring result, process and impact/outcome monitoring is undertaken and reported;
• Support Monitoring and Evaluation unit information sharing with relevant Government of Syria institutions, UN agencies and implementing partners on all monitoring issues related to FAO Syria project activities (i.e. reports, databases, training, etc.);
• Maintain the internal MEAL database and keep it functioning all the time and update all the process monitoring reports for all FAO projects regularly, keep the database updated;
• Prepare the data entry interface (Access and Excel) for the assessment tools used for the Baseline, Midline and End line surveys.
• Laise with the IM for keeping PAID system updated;
• Perform any other duties as required.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
• Bsc degree in economics or another social science;
• Minimum 5 years experience working in a similar position; more specifically experience in MEAL. Work experience in programme design and project cycle management will be of additional added value.
• Working knowledge of English
• National of Syria.
FAO Core Competencies
• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
• Good communication, analytical, presentation and reporting skills and an excellent team player;
• Communication skills and ability to operate under pressure;
• Competency in the use of MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint computer packages, as well as with statistical software;
• Proven experience with UN regulations and procedures will be an added advantage;
• Good interpersonal skills
Candidates are requested to submit a cover letter expressing their interest and suitability for the position.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
ABSTRACT:
Food and Agriculture Organization Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant Syria FAO Jobs 2024
Food and Agriculture Organization looking for “Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant”. Applicants with an Advanced degree may apply on or before 30-Jul-24.
The Food and Agriculture Organization has published a job vacancy announcement on 16/07/2024 for qualified applicants to fill in the vacant post of Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant to be based in Damascus , Syria. For more jobs, please visit https://unjoblink.org
Company Name: Food and Agriculture Organization
Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant
Duty Station: Damascus , Syria
Country: Syria
Application Deadline: 30-Jul-24