Monitoring & Evaluation Assistant (Maternity Cover) at World Food Programme (WFP)

Job Summary:

• Monitoring and Evaluation Officer in WFP will support the MEAL team to enhance the performance of WFP staff through the development and maintenance of systems and tools for planning, monitoring, evaluation and learning.
• The incumbent will be responsible for managing relationships with internal counterparts, including those within WFP’s divisions and offices, as well as external partners involved in M&E activities. The role includes conducting training, providing guidance on best practices, and supporting knowledge management initiatives related to M&E.

Key Accountabilities (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive):

• Support the design and implementation of WFP’s strategic M&E framework, including the performance management system, results-based reporting, and evaluation functions.
• Manage WFP’s databases and information management systems used for M&E purposes, ensuring data accuracy, reliability, and security.
• Coordinate the production of reports, dashboards, and other products used by WFP management and stakeholders to track progress towards outcomes and impact.
• Provide technical assistance to WFP units and country offices on M&E methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of WFP’s capacity building plan for M&E, including training, coaching, and mentoring.
• Collaborate with other M&E ecosystem actors outside WFP to advance common understanding of M&E challenges and opportunities, promote M&E innovations, and facilitate coordination between WFP and partner organizations.
• Support the identification of potential risks or issues related to WFP’s M&E function and propose mitigating measures.
• Manage procurement processes related to M&E activities, ensuring compliance with WFP regulations and procedures.
• Lead or contribute to evaluations conducted by WFP, including formulation of evaluation questions, methodology, and approach, as well as review of draft reports and recommendations.
• Provide inputs to WFP policy papers, position statements, and advocacy initiatives related to M&E.

Qualifications:
Education:

• A degree in statistics, economics, social sciences, public administration, or another relevant field

Experience:

• At least four years of experience working in monitoring and evaluation, preferably in an international organization

Knowledge and Skills:

• Proficient in using Excel, Access, PowerBI, or similar software for database management and data visualization.
• Fluent in English; & Somali language desirable.
• Experience in leading or contributing to evaluations.
• Knowledge of evaluation methodologies and approaches.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.