1.Field Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Positive action for Development (PAD) is an indigenous, non-governmental, humanitarian and development organization and legally registered at Federal level by Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Charities and Societies agency on June 6/2011 with a registration number 2330. PAD would like to hire qualified professional for PACT funded project entitled “USAID sustainable Peace Activity” for the following position.
Specific responsibilities include the following:
- Conduct site visits during the project implementation phase to monitor activities and ensure compliance with project objectives.
- Conduct key informant interviews and focus-group discussions with activity stakeholders to gather qualitative data and insights.
- Develop and maintain a strong network of contacts in target communities to facilitate information sharing and engagement.
- Represent the program positively and professionally in both internal and external environments, promoting the organization’s mission and values.
- Travel to remote areas and work independently to monitor activities if required, ensuring effective program implementation and addressing any challenges that arise.
- Develop MEL plans for field-level projects, outlining the evaluation framework and data collection methods.
- Draft concise, high-quality reports, or summaries on a daily or ad-hoc basis, providing updates on activity progress and outcomes. Identify relevant information and stories that showcase the program’s impact.
- Produce weekly activity notes documenting activity outcomes for PAD’s online project management system, ensuring accurate and up-to-date reporting.
- Conduct periodic research and case studies to measure the impact of activities, contributing to program-level evaluation and learning.
- Assist in translating MEL findings into success stories and other social media products, collaborating with the knowledge management and communications officer.
- Assist in the preparation of weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, providing comprehensive analysis and insights.
- Work with the Humanitarian, Development, Peacebuilding, and Nexus head and program staff to analyze and report on trends, lessons learned, and factors that inform program development.
- Advocate and promote the scale-up of best practices and cost-effectiveness, fostering a culture of learning and improvement among staff and stakeholders.
- Ensure accurate narrative reporting against agreed objectives and results indicators, maintaining transparency and accountability.
- Perform other activities assigned by his/her immediate supervisor
Job Requirements
Qualification: BA/BSc or MA degree and above in MIS, Demography, Statistics, and any other related fields
Experience: 3 years and above work experience in M&E, MERL, data and information management
Skills Required, Attitudes and Attributes:
- Strong knowledge and experience in MEL methodologies and tools.
- Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and interpretation using quantitative and qualitative methods.
- Familiarity with monitoring and evaluation frameworks and indicators.
- Experience in conducting site visits, key informant interviews, and focus-group discussions.
- Ability to develop and implement MELplans.
- Excellent report writing skills, with the ability to prepare concise and high-quality reports.
- Proficiency in using data management and statistical analysis software.
- Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to analyze and interpret data effectively.
- Knowledge of data visualization techniques to present findings in a clear and compelling manner.
- Familiarity with impact assessment and program evaluation methodologies.
- Ability to work with diverse stakeholders and build strong networks of contacts.
- Proficiency in MS Office suite and other relevant software applications.\
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Knowledge of best practices in MEL and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
No required: One
Duty Station: Dire Dawa,
Female applicants are encouraged to apply
2.Project Officer
Specific responsibilities include the following:
- Oversee the development, implementation, and daily management of peace-building programs. Ensure adherence to project documents, work plans, and joint agreements with project partners.
- Develop a project schedule and proposal with milestones, due dates, and estimates for required materials.
- Work closely with the peace-building coordinator, vendors, and donors to develop, maintain, and ensure adherence to project budgets. Monitor expenditures and ensure compliance with respective donor’s project management policies and procedures.
- Build and maintain partnerships and relationships with other organizations, stakeholders, and donors. Collaborate with external entities to leverage resources, expertise, and support for peace-building initiatives.
- Write weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports with input from colleagues. Prepare review and evaluation reports, such as the Mid-Term and Annual Project Report. Assist in the preparation of regular and special reports and investigations conducted by the organization.
- Analyze and research the national peace and security, humanitarian, and development landscape. Stay updated on relevant trends, policies, and opportunities for program development. Identify gaps and opportunities for peace-building programming.
- Disseminate the results of activities or projects under implementation to relevant stakeholders and partners. Share best practices, lessons learned, and success stories to contribute to the broader peace-building community.
- Monitor Oversee the implementation processes, monitor, evaluate, and share learnings using monitoring and evaluation requirements. Ensure the availability of up-to-date information on critical issues related to peace-building.
- Perform other related duties as required to support the effective implementation of peace-building programs and the overall mission of the organization.
- Ensuring program compliance and accountability and timely, accurate reporting in line with PAD requirements and donor projects.
- Perform other activities assigned by his/her immediate supervisor
Job Requirements
Qualification: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in international relations, peace studies, development studies, or a related field.
Experience: minimum of three years of experience proven experience in program management, preferably in the field of peace-building or conflict resolution
Skills Required, Attitudes, and Attributes:
- Strong project management skills, including planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain partnerships with diverse stakeholders, including donors and organizations.
- Strong analytical and research skills, with a good understanding of peace and security issues.
- Knowledge of budgeting and financial management principles.
- Proficiency in MS Office suite and other relevant software applications.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
No Required: Three (3)
Duty Station: one for Dire Dawa, one for Siti Zone, and one for Haromaya
Female applicants are encouraged to apply
How to Apply
Interested and qualified applicants should submit their application letter and required documents to the following address within seven consecutive days from the date of this announcement through organizational email. Please indicate the position and duty station you applied in the application letter.
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.padethiopia.org
Telephone 0936342656
Note:
- Only selected candidates will contacted.
- Applicant/s who don’t follow the procedures will be disqualified immediately.
- This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and may be subject to change based on organizational needs.
PAD is an organization committed to upholding a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of abuse and exploitation, while actively working to protect and defend the rights and wellbeing of individuals.
