Senior MEAL Associate
Organizational Context
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Afghanistan seeks a Senior MEAL Associate based in Kabul. This role operates under the Chief of Mission and Programme Support Unit Coordinator, with direct supervision from the M&E Officer. The position is crucial for providing technical support and coordinating monitoring and evaluation activities across various programs.
Job Purpose
The Senior MEAL Associate is responsible for providing essential technical support and coordinating the implementation of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities across diverse programs within IOM Afghanistan. This role directly contributes to the effective oversight and assessment of program performance, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and donor requirements. By coordinating M&E efforts, the associate helps to generate timely and accurate data, which is vital for informing project management, reporting, and continuous improvement of IOM's initiatives in migration management and related areas. The position plays a key part in upholding IOM's commitment to accountability and evidence-based programming.
Responsibilities
The Senior MEAL Associate will plan and support M&E data collection exercises, including Post-Distribution Monitoring (PDM), and periodically review M&E tools and plans. They will coordinate the development, testing, and rollout of standardized M&E and reporting tools, ensuring compliance with program strategies and donor requirements, and fostering collaboration with implementing partners. This role involves coordinating the identification of key performance indicators and parameters for project development, and monitoring project performance against these indicators. The associate will aggregate and analyze data, generate indicator tracking reports, and prepare trend analysis reports. They will also conduct field visits to monitor activities, ensure adherence to M&E standards, perform data quality assurance, and gather beneficiary feedback. Additionally, the role includes providing technical recommendations to project management based on data analysis and supporting the production of regular monitoring reports.
Work Experience
A minimum of seven years of relevant experience is required. This includes five years for degree holders. Experience should be in monitoring and evaluation of programs related to migration management, specifically in areas such as counter-human trafficking, return and reintegration, and direct assistance to vulnerable migrants, including victims of trafficking.
Skills
Demonstrated experience in monitoring and evaluation, project development, data analysis, knowledge management, and reporting within the non-profit sector. Proficiency in MS Office is essential. Advanced data science, statistical skills, database management, and project management software knowledge are highly advantageous. Excellent data visualization, analysis, and writing skills are required. Proven ability to build strong working relationships with government counterparts, international organizations, and private sector entities.