Technology in Programmes Advisor at Trocaire

The Opportunity

• This opportunity would suit someone who had worked for a development organisation. The postholder will be responsible for developing and overseeing a digital strategy for the Global Programmes Division, in line with the organisational Digital Strategy. This includes the use of technology within Trócaire’s development and humanitarian programmes, along with using technology to promote more efficient programme and MEAL management practices. This role works cross organisationally, collaborating with HQ and country-based colleagues and with partners, both remotely and through field visits, is key to the success of this role.

This post is situated within the Programme Impact and Learning (PIL) Team in Trócaire. PIL works with country teams and HQ teams to:

• Strengthen Programme Cycle Management (PCM) and Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) practices within projects and grants in Ireland and Internationally.
• Support increased accountability to communities within projects and grants, with a particular focus on strengthening community participation and ownership at every stage of the programme cycle.
• Leverage the responsible use of technology to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of Trócaire programmes.

You will report to Head of Programme Impact and Learning. The job opportunity will be offered on a fixed term contract of three years’ and is based in Maynooth, Ireland or Nairobi, Kenya

• We’d love if you have at least 5 years’ experience in programmes or MEAL roles with at least 3 years’ experience working in an international NGO environment, preferably in an overseas-based position, and at least 3 years’ experience of using digital technology/ICT to improve programme quality. Also if you have a strong understanding of various technology and best practice use in promoting access to justice, women’s empowerment, GBV, humanitarian and livelihoods programmes.