M&E Coordinator – She Leads at Plan International

The Organization

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And its girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.

We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.

We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 85 years, and are now active in more than 75 countries.

SUMMARY OF THE POSITION

The Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator is responsible for the development of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems and ensuring the implementation of monitoring M&E tools and mechanism at the implementing entity/partner level. This will be done in conjunction with the national strategic plan, national monitoring and evaluation plan.

The Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator (M&E) is required to monitor, on a quarterly basis, the project performance indicators in collaboration with the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer and implementing entities. The M&E Coordinator will ensure the monitoring of implementing entities planned activities, the use of resources and tools and the epidemiological situation and identify possible bottlenecks and propose anticipatory solutions.

Typical Responsibilities – Key End Results of Position: M&E Coordinator – She Leads

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation (M &E) plans, this includes monitoring progress, evaluating effectiveness, and sharing the results of programmatic activities and project innovations;
• Identify needs in the design of monitoring and evaluation (M &E) systems for data collection and indicators for the assessment of program results;
• Ensure that the necessary information for daily reports, data collection and special studies are collected, analyzed and used to direct the planning of internal projects and inform external stakeholders on the activities and achievements of the project;
• Ensure that monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities will facilitate Plan and donor in monitoring progress, challenges and performance;
• Evaluate the impact of the program on target populations;
• Investigations on the effectiveness of the program;
• Contribute to research;
• Ensure that components of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) are fully developed and integrated in the actions of the project plans;
• Participate in the development and adaptation of indicators for measuring the results of the program, identify and evaluate best practices and approaches in respect to the project;
• Lead assessments by developing indicators, establish the objectives of the programme to ensure the collection of data and periodic reporting of results to the executive Plan team;
• Prepare and circulate periodic program reports and incorporate statistics and surveys available;
• Review and evaluate the availability of data, (entries and data sources), the flow of data, and the use of these data for decision-making;
• Implement, in collaboration with the MERL Manager, recommendations that address current gaps in the collection of data, encoding, source, stream, forms, records and reports;
• Suggest more strategies for the strengthening of the collection of the data, their interpretation and their proper use;
• Regularly monitor data and provide reports to the technical team of the project to assist in the development of the goals and objectives of the programme and the strategies and tools;
• Assist in the development and documentation of practical M&E sources, which includes tools, methodologies and approaches;
• Maintain an inventory of information of strategy and best practice for success;
• Ensures that Plan International’s global policies for Safeguarding Children and Young People and Gender Equality and Inclusion are fully embedded in accordance with the principles and requirements of the policy including relevant Implementation Standards and Guidelines as applicable to their area of responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring staff and associates are aware of and understand their responsibilities under these policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct (CoC), their relevance to their area of work, and that concerns are reported and managed in accordance with the appropriate procedures.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by Supervisor(s).

Knowledge, Skills, Behaviors, and Experience Required to Achieve Role’s Objectives:

Gained through education, training, & experience

Essential

• Advanced university degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) in sociology, epidemiology or public health;
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation of health programs, this includes using data to inform decision-making, communication, the planning and allocation of resources and other strategic initiatives. Experience with projects funded by the Global Fund preferred.
• Knowledge and familiarity with applied research and monitoring and evaluation research approaches, including working with health information systems;
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, and the ability to communicate technical information clearly and effectively to colleagues including technicians and non-technicians;
• Experience and technical expertise working with community organizations, NGOs, and government agencies;

Skills:

• Ability to work independently and with teams; being proactive and anticipating the needs of the team;
• Strong problem solving skills;
• Advanced computer skills, specifically with Microsoft Office;
• Strong command of oral and written English; Knowledge
• Expert in data management and statistical analysis;
• Knowledge of processing and data analysis software (SPSS, EPI-INFO, etc.)
• Experience in formative supervision and coaching;
• Strong negotiation skills, adult learning and facilitation of meetings;
• Ability to synthesis and analysis information;
• Skills in writing reports, summaries, articles and briefing notes;
• Ability to work in a team and under pressure;
• Ability to travel frequently to programme areas and outside the host country.

Leadership Behaviours:

• Be committed to the welfare of children and able to adhere to the vision and mission of Plan, including Plan’s commitment to gender equality;
• Openness and attentive listening;
• Strong adaptability and team spirit;
• Being proactive and able to work under pressure;
• Clear and effective oral and written communication;
• Flexible;
• Focused on the results;
• Adept to compromise and make strategic alliances;
• Defends and values integrity, honesty and loyalty.

Plan International’s Values in Practice

We are open and accountable

• Promotes a culture of openness and transparency, including with sponsors and donors.
• Holds self and others accountable to achieve the highest standards of integrity.
• Consistent and fair in the treatment of people.
• Open about mistakes and keen to learn from them.
• Accountable for ensuring we are a safe organisation for all children, girls & young people.

We strive for lasting impact

• Articulates a clear purpose for staff and sets high expectations.
• Creates a climate of continuous improvement, open to challenge and new ideas.
• Focuses resources to drive change and maximise long-term impact, responsive to changed priorities or crises.
• Evidence-based and evaluates effectiveness.

We work well together

• Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to compromise when appropriate.
• Builds constructive relationships across Plan International to support our shared goals.
• Develops trusting and ‘win-win’ relationships with funders, partners and communities.
• Engages and works well with others outside the organization to build a better world for girls and all children.

We are inclusive and empowering

• Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to compromise when appropriate.
• Builds constructive relationships across Plan International to support our shared goals.
• Develops trusting and ‘win-win’ relationships with funders, partners and communities.
• Engages and works well with others outside the organization to build a better world for girls and all children.

Location:               Monrovia, Country Office

Grade:                     C2

Department:           Programme Department

Reports to:             M&ER Learning Manager

Closing Date:         18th November 2022

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International’s Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan follows an equal opportunity policy and actively encourages diversity welcoming applications from all especially women and people living with disability. As an international child centred community development organisation, Plan International is fully committed to promoting the realisation of children’s rights including their right to protection from violence and abuse. That means we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. We must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk. Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for. Our organisation is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas. We will provide equality of opportunity and will not tolerate discrimination on any grounds. We foster an organisational culture that embraces and exemplifies our commitment to gender equality, girls’ rights and inclusion while supporting staff to adopt good practice, positive attitudes and principles of gender equality and inclusion.