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Accountability and M&E Manager -- Location: Kiffa

*WAITING FOR FINAL GRANT APPROVAL*


PURPOSE OF POSITION:

As part of the WV Mauritania team under food programmes, the position will provide leadership in the monitoring and evaluation of the Cash Based Programming Project and ensuring that accountability mechanisms are established to allow WV Mauritania remain accountable to the beneficiaries it serves. The Acc, M&E position will support the cash based programmes from design phase specifically in identifying key indicators, defining the M&E plan and other documentation needs. Final involvement in determining effectiveness, efficiency and impact on livelihoods of food programmes
The strong element of learning will require the Acc, M&E position in consultation with the Project Manager to coordinate learning events around the project and thoroughly document any identified learning as guided by the objectives of the food / cash based programme and using the Acc and M&E systems that have been implemented during the life span of the project.



KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

      M&E, Learning and Documentation
    • Work closely with internal and external partners to design, monitor, implement, and evaluate the food / cash based programmes
    • Develop M&E plans and ensure that only the minimum amount of information necessary and useful for project monitoring, and evaluation (ME) will be collected
    • Support and participate in project designs by ensuring that the log frame and M&E plan are realistic and included in the project proposal for any food / cash based programme.
    • Ensure that M&E activities are adequately budgeted for, this includes monitoring and the end of project evaluation for the specified project
    • Data collection plans employ an appropriate mix of quantitative and qualitative research methods remaining simple, practical, context-appropriate, and cost-effective
    • Methods of analysis optimize the potential for acquiring timely, useful findings in the most cost-and time-efficient manner
    • The type and amount of resources needed are identified for implementing planned data collection processes (PDM, MBFSM, and Evaluations)
    • Monitoring data from M&E reports (PDMs, MBFSM) is regularly reviewed for its appropriateness and usefulness in measuring progress toward the achievement of project objective.
    • Data collection teams are fully trained, and receive field practice; in applicable research methods prior to formal data collection processes are undertaken
    • Reports clearly separate analysis of data and findings from their interpretation
    • Presentations and materials shared in different fora are clear, concise, and of high technical quality
    • All presentations and materials prepared during the course of the project are systematically archived
    • Coordinate with external stakeholders including, but not limited to, academia, NGOs, Government (VAC/ DMA), Private Sector and WFP in order to advance the learning goal of the project
    • Prepare monthly M&E reports in time for monthly team reflection meetings

      Humanitarian Accountability
    • Define and establish linkages between the M&E system for the food / cash based programme and the Humanitarian accountability requirements.
    • Develop and refine the M&E tool to include humanitarian accountability questions
    • Work with communities and beneficiaries to establish and supervise the implementation of Community Help Desks (CHD) in all project sites.
    • Define and implement a safe, efficient and effective system for receiving and processing of feedback, ensuring a two-way communication between communities, beneficiaries and World Vision.
    • Ensure that community feedback is effectively used to inform project implementation, monitoring, learning and improvement
    • Prepare quarterly reports highlighting type(s) and number of community complaints / feedback by project sites. The report should include how these have been analyzed, followed up and used to improve community engagement and project implementation
    • Share the reports with key stakeholders for review and reflection

      Work closely with FPMG, Ministry Quality Unit and project manager to develop a Humanitarian Accountability Framework for the Cash Based Programme


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
      REQUIRED:
    • A postgraduate degree (MSc/ MA) in economics, social science, agriculture or other relevant field preferred; or the equivalent combination of education and experience in a related area.
    • Good theoretical and working knowledge of Cash-Based Programming
    • Strong experience in designing and setting M&E systems and tools.
    • Good working knowledge of WFP, USAID, EU, CIDA and other food resource donor guidelines.
    • Extensive understanding of Social Safety Nets, Livelihoods and associated methodologies (e.g. Logical framework approach, results-based management, most significant change etc...)
    • An understanding of labour based interventions (FFA/FFW)
    • Analytical and systematic in approach, yet able to think and act strategically
    • Proven skills in process and group facilitation, training and capacity building
    • Fluency in English and French is a must, both written and oral. ·
    • Demonstrates well-developed interpersonal skills, excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as negotiation skills
    • Must adhere to set security standards
    • Ensure a gender perspective in the scope of work
    • Perform other duties as required.

      PREFERRED:
    • Presentation and facilitation skills are desirable

Accountability and M&E Manager -- Location: Kiffa