Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator

OVERVIEW

The Jiyan Foundation for Human Rights is inviting applications for the position of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Coordinator. For this position a background in psychology is required as well as experience with monitoring and evaluation, in particular in the NGO sector. This position will be located at the Jiyan Foundation office in (Erbil, Duhok or Sulaymaniyah), KRI. The M&E coordinator will supervise M&E and IOM officers working in KRI and Syria.

Position: Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator

Status: full-time employee (40hrs/week)

Based: (Erbil, Duhok or Sulaymaniyah), KRI

Reports to: Director of Operations (based in Duhok, KRI)

Required Degree: Bachelor or higher

Application Deadline: 20 October 2024

Starting Date: ASAP

Jiyan Foundation is a non-government organization active in the fields of mental health, social work, human rights education, legal support and advocacy. Jiyan Foundation is currently operating at a number of different locations across the KRI, Central Iraq and Syria. For more information on our programs and Jiyan’s journey please visit our website: https://jiyan.org.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems for the Jiyan Foundation’s portfolio of human rights and rehabilitation programming, including tool development, data collection, data analysis, reporting, etc.

• Experience with online data collection platforms (e.g. KoBo Toolbox, LimeSurvey etc.), including implementation of online surveys

• Continuous maintenance and further expansion of a database for monitoring activities across different programs at Jiyan

• Reviewing statistical outputs regarding treatment outcomes for Jiyan’s services and analyzing

datasets of clients through patient health questionnaires

• Prepare and review reports regarding M&E activities and results for donors as well as other outputs to generate internal learning opportunities

• Planning and organization of assessments and internal evaluations

• Development of Terms of Reference (ToR) for external evaluations and assessment of evaluation proposals submitted by external contractors as well as overseeing the evaluation process

• Supporting the development of new project proposals and program development with relevant M&E expertise (using Logframes, Theories of Change, etc.)

• Hiring additional staff to expand the M&E team over time and supervising other M&E staff

• Advise heads of programs, project coordinators and relevant Jiyan staff on monitoring and evaluation

• Organization and implementation of internal trainings on monitoring and evaluation methods (e.g. focus groups)

• Close coordination and collaboration with the heads of programs in Berlin and KRI.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

• Completed Bachelor or Higher degree in the field of business management, psychology, statistics, public policy, social sciences or equivalent.

• Strong experience with designing and implementing M&E systems and processes (using log frames, logical models, performance indicators etc.).

• Strong experience with quantitative and qualitative data analysis.

• Very good, application-oriented statistical knowledge (t-test, ANOVA, correlation, regression) required, including interpreting and describing statistical results for audiences without a scientific background.

• Good understanding of psychometric instruments, their conception, application and evaluation.

• Experience with planning and conducting evaluations and/or research independently are desirable.

• Ability to assess and advise on ethical issues related to M&E/research practice and data protection.

• Experience in international development cooperation is desirable.

• Very good knowledge of English in spoken and written form; knowledge of Arabic and/or Kurdish languages in spoken and written form is an advantage.

• Very good intercultural communication skills.

• Willingness to travel for several days to Europe.

• Interest in working in an interdisciplinary and international team and in cooperation with partner organizations.

• Ability to work independently even under time pressure.

PERKS AND BENEFITS

• Participation in professional training and seminars;

• Working in an international and dedicated team, with the opportunity to travel;

• Paid holidays (24 days for the full-time position) plus 15 statutory holidays. Additional paid holidays, especially on the occasion of religious festivals, may be agreed upon;

• Voluntary pension scheme with employer contributions.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit, in English:

• cover letter outlining your motivation to work with Jiyan in this particular position

• CV detailing your previous work experience

• Reference letters or reference contacts

via this form: APPLY HERE

Please note that applications that do not meet the requirements or that are incomplete will not be considered.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

The Jiyan Foundation for Human Rights is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We actively promote diversity and inclusion in our workplace, fostering an environment that respects and appreciates each team member’s unique perspectives, experiences, and talents.