Latest Recruitment at Heifer International

Job description

Heifer International is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identify, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

FUNCTION

This position will manage the development and implementation of Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning and Systems for the country program and projects within the country program. A strong emphasis is on data collection, integrity, data analysis, reporting and dissemination to key stakeholders.

S/he will provide technical input to project reviews and proposals, and will provide leadership and support in the implementation on Heifer’s global monitoring and evaluation systems at the country level, ensuring standards in baseline surveys, impact monitoring and evaluation processes that contribute to the global strategies.

The PME Manager represents Heifer’s country-level management, program knowledge and perspective in the development of strategies within Heifer at large and the development and private sector.

Essential Character Traits

The ideal candidate is detailed oriented, self-driven and has strong leadership skills.

Responsibilities & Deliverables

• Implement monitoring, evaluation, learning and systems for country specific projects. (30%)

Deliverables

• Collect and manage data to support needs assessment, project design, project logical framework design and target setting, and progress management.
• Conduct and manage project baseline, and monitor project progress, and evaluations as per M&E plan.
• Ensure the effective implementation of MELS policies, procedures and guidelines for country specific projects.
• Ensure proper use of available digital tools and technology for effectively managing MELS activities.
• Provide support to implement partners in preparing their MELS plans, and in using digital tools for data collection and management.
• Support Heifer wide research for Learning when needed.
• Elevate MELS related challenges to Country Director for coordination with HQ based staff (Desk Officer and MELS Staff) to find timely solutions.
• Contribute to program effectiveness: design monitoring, evaluation, learning and systems for country specific projects (20%).
• Design monitoring and evaluation plan incorporating core standard indicators defined by HQ, and set targets for indicators.
• Create indicator reference sheet for all indicators.

Deliverables

• Develop the projects Results Framework & logical framework for all the projects.
  Design data collection tools, plans and processes for all required information, ensuring high quality and integrity of data.
  Review and adjust M&E plans and targets, tools and processes periodically.
  Ensure alignment of country’s/projects’ M&E plans and procedures with organization’s standards and requirements.
  Support development of a MELS budget and staffing plan per each funded project.
  Assist in networking with other development organizations, governments and other line agencies in promoting Heifer’s development model/initiatives, and potential collaborations.
• Data management, analysis and utilization for learning. (20%)
  • Summarize/ aggregate data at country level, and contribute to organization-wide aggregation.
  • Manage all data properly in clean form, and analyze to use for project management, learning and meet all the reporting needs.

Deliverables

• Ensure timely data availability and reporting to stakeholders as needed.
• Respond to periodic donor and headquarters requests for additional information on project activities and results.
• CP level learning to action agenda developed, monitored, refined and acted upon.
• Document lessons learned, successes, failures and best practices via case studies.
• Develop and monitor CP level action agenda to ensure that they are refined and acted upon
• Capacity Development( 20%).
  • Equip MELS staff and implementing partner staffs with skills to deliver MELS activities efficiently.
  • Orient and build implementing partners capacity in MELS activities including proper record keeping and data management.

Deliverables

• Supervise and manage supporting MELS staff for efficient work and maintaining compliance.
  Provide coaching and training to equip MELS staff to deliver the assigned responsibilities efficiently.
  Contribute in the recruitment, training and supervision of external parties that are contracted to implement special surveys and studies required for evaluating project effects and impacts.
• Fundraising(10%).
• Support the development of concept notes, project proposals, and submission to potential donors.

Deliverables

• Coordinate with Area MELS and HQ MELS team to keep them updated on MELS activities, and to understand stakeholders needs.
  Support research and evaluation initiatives in country.
  Assist in networking with other development organizations, governments and other line agencies in promoting Heifer’s development model/initiatives, and potential collaborations

Required Skills

• Perform other job-related duties as requested.

Most Critical Proficiencies

• Innovative, analytical, and solutions oriented.
• A good understanding of and sensitivity to issues associated with poverty, hunger, agriculture and the environment, and knowledge of the context in which non-profit organizations operate
• Knowledge of market systems interventions and linkages to poverty alleviation.
• Excellent organizational skills, including strong attention to detail.
• Proven experience in building the capacity of partner institutions to document and disseminate industry information, manage knowledge, measure progress and plan and advocate within the industry.
• Proficient knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, presentation tools, electronic mail (Microsoft Office preferred) and Internet.
• Strong knowledge and skills in data management and analysis using statistical software’s (eg. STATA, SPSS, SAS, Eviews, etc.).
• Demonstrated proficiency in English, both oral and written.
• Experience with ICT.
• Ability to work in a team.

Essential Job Functions And Physical Demands

• Ability to understand, appreciate and implement Heifer’s Values-Based Holistic Community Development model.
• Demonstrated creativity, ability to think systematically, willingness and ability to incorporate innovative solutions.
• Quantitative and qualitative approaches to evaluation and ability to communicate MEL concepts clearly with leadership, partners, and staff at all levels.
• Willingness and ability to assign and review the work of direct reports and to use participatory management skills with junior and senior staff.
• Proven team leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to train and work cooperatively with a diverse staff, including field staff in various locations.
• Constant face-to-face, telephone and electronic communication with colleagues and the public.
• Working with sensitive information and maintaining confidentiality.
• Ability to manage and execute multiple tasks with little supervision while meeting sometimes inflexible deadlines.
• Willingness and ability to travel.

Required Experience

Minimum Requirements:

• Master’s degree in International Development, Project Planning and Management, Economics and/or Statistics, or an equivalent with an academic focus on monitoring and evaluation or another related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of direct relevant experience in MELS.

Preferred Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in coordinating and working with international donors and grantees on PME/MLE systems.
• Experience in supporting and monitoring field based programs in the region.
• Experience in managing databases and coordinating evaluations, surveys and impact monitoring.

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Job description

Heifer International (HPI) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identify, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Function

Provides key coordination in the daily operations of KEMDAP Project and provide direct assistance to the Project Manager in all aspects, including operations management and execution of administrative functions, as well as liaising with various other departments at project Head Office on areas of work including, but not limited to, daily operations, communication, policies and procedures as well as the front desk duties. Additionally, this position will be responsible for coordinating all project initiatives and providing overall administrative support and assistance to KEMDAP ensuring the day-to-day operations are carried out efficiently and effectively.

Essential Character Traits

Detail-oriented, collaborative, communicates clearly, organized, deadline-oriented, initiative, team player, positive nature and team player

Responsibilities & Deliverables

• Support and assist in the implementation of day to day KEMDAP operations (30%)
  • Daily, coordinate deadlines and priorities.
  • Coordinate production and proof-read correspondence and presentations.
  • Manage and coordinate the calendar of the Project Manager.
  • Prepare and monitor requisitions for KEMDAP office supplies and order as needed.
  • Track of telephone and electricity usage and summarize all bills to ensure timely payment to avoid disconnections.
  • On daily basis, collaborate with head office on the development of operational policies and procedures.
• Plan and coordinate internal/external meetings (30%)
  • Coordinate prospect meetings and conferences for teams.
  • Coordinate room setup, refreshments, decor, and other necessary logistics
  • Prepare and distribute agendas and meeting materials.
  • Record minutes for meetings and events.
  • Schedule and maintain the KEMDAP meeting calendar.
  • Coordinate special projects such as the Project Manager’s, luncheons, conferences and meetings with HPI staff, “partners”, Steering Committee, volunteers, donors and other individuals.
• Provide support to the Administrator and travel agents and ensure that visits to the projects are managed smoothly, professionally and efficiently. (20%)
  • Assist with permit for staff attending workshops and conferences as requested.
  • Act as Liaise with the Administrator to coordinate travel arrangements and scheduling for the Project Manager, including air travel, hotel reservations, required visas, immunizations, etc.
  • Maintain a central filing system.
  • Purchase and replenish office supplies as needed.
  • Perform duties of logistician and storekeeper.
• Act as initial point of contact for the Project office by responding to both internal and external inquiries/requests. (10%).
  • Attend and and follow-up on all incoming and outgoing. correspondences as appropriate.
• Establish & manage KEMDAP documentation and database systems (10%)
  • Assist in the production and creation of reports.
  • Create and maintain files of program reports and other documents.
  • File incoming project documents as appropriate.

Required Skills

Perform other duties as assigned

Most Critical Proficiencies

• Knowledge of the non-profit sector and the context to which non-profit organizations operate.
• Strong scheduling and project management skills.
• Knowledge of computers as a tool for word processing, communications and organizing. Must possess demonstrable skills using Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook,
• Publisher, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Good verbal and written communication skills. Good interpersonal skills, ability to be a team player and to work with people of varied backgrounds.
• Strong English language skills - oral and written.
• Proficiency in basic statistics sufficient to analyze data.
• Ability to be accurate and attentive to detail, good writing, editing, typing and filing competences. Ability to prioritize, organize, and carry out multiple tasks efficiently under pressure and with little supervision; ability to accept supervision and to provide entry-level program support.
• Working with sensitive information and maintaining confidentiality always.
• Ability to prepare and proof-read correspondence for correct punctuation and grammar, and produce documents in a well-designed, attractive format with superior attention to detail.

Essential Job Functions And Physical Demands

• Constant face-to-face, telephone and electronic communication with colleagues and the public.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work cooperatively, tactfully and diplomatically with a culturally diverse group of people, especially in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines, establish priorities and make sound judgments often in a fast-paced environment and the flexibility, needed to manage a heavy workload and rapidly changing contexts.
• May require constant sitting and moving; working at a computer for extended periods.
• Occasional bending and lifting of up to 20 pounds (9 kilograms) floor to waist.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Required Experience

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Management or any related field (3) years of related experience.

Preferred Requirements

At least four (4) years’ office administrative experience preferred.