Manager of monitoring, evaluation, reporting and training / MEAL Manager in Save the Children

"Save the Children International" is a humanitarian organization with more than 100 years of history. Save the Children was founded in May 1919 in London. SCI has been working in Ukraine since 2014. It started its work in the territory of the Donetsk region. Currently, SCI is expanding its activities to eight cities of Ukraine, and Mykolaiv is one of them. We work in the areas of education, child protection, overcoming child poverty, health care, and also conduct advocacy activities related to the protection of children's rights .Purpose of the Position: The MEALManager plays a critical role in providing strategic oversight and operational leadership of the MEAL program within the regional office. His responsibilities include the ongoing recruitment and development of the MEAL team in the relevant region, as well as the supervision and capacity building of team members, including the coordinator, consultants and assistants. In this role, he/she will offer strategic ideas, advice and support for the entire portfolio of projects in region, providing a high-quality data management process that adapts to new technologies. In addition, he/she will focus on facilitating learning and collecting data to improve program effectiveness. He/she receives technical support from MEAL and works closely with MEAL Advisors and other officials in MEAL's national structure on project technical support. Reports directly to the Head of Programs (HoP). KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Be responsible for the deployment and implementation of the MEAL system for projects implemented outside SAO. Ensure the use of MEALSOPs. the various steps and tools of the MEAL system. Support the MEAL team in SAO, when conducting quality monitoring, in accordance with SCI standards using participatory methodologies (including child-friendly methodologies). Provide technical support and participate as necessary , in all other aspects of MEAL-related activities at the local level, such as surveys, analyses, baselines, evaluations, joint project reviews/workshops/learning events. Direct the actions of the MEAL team, in accordance with the SOPs for MEAL ( monitoring, evaluation, training and accountability) and develop adaptations of these procedures according to the context of their area. Be responsible for budgetary planning and costs related to MEAL activities. Ensure that project staff responsible for implementation are fully involved and understand MEAL requirements .Ensure effective allocation of resources and adherence to budget constraints.To be successful, you must have:Bachelor's/Master's degree in economics, sociology, management, social development or a related field.Fluency in Ukrainian and English, both spoken and written. Experience with monitoring, evaluation, training and accountability in international organizations or NGOs. Strong leadership and team management skills. Knowledge of standard industry tools and data management technologies. Excellent attention to detail, organizational skillsability and prudence in handling confidential information. Experience with MS Excel, MS Word, Outlook. Ability to work independently and proactively. Proven ability to cope with a complex workload. Commitment to the values ​​of "Save the Children" and child protection. We offer: Official employment International working conditions Working day from 9 to 17 hours Foreign language courses at the expense of the organization Medical insurance from the first day of work Location of the office in the center of Mykolaiv Child protection policy: We must guarantee the safety of children, therefore our selection process involves a strict data check and reflects our commitment to protect children from violence .Health and Safety: All employees are expected to fulfill their responsibilities in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: SCI is committed to creating a truly inclusive, effective and representative organizational culture, promoting equity and diversity among employees and eliminating illegal discrimination. Willing to hire an employee with a disability: All employees are expected to comply with our global anti-harassment policy. If you are interested in the position, we look forward to hearing from you. Also, we will be grateful if you indicate the expected salary level and the level of English language proficiency. A resume in English will be an advantage during consideration. MEAL Manager "Save the Children International" is the humanitarian organization with more than 100 years of history. Save the Children was founded in May 1919 in London. SCI has been working in Ukraine since 2014. The Organization started its work in the territory of the Donetsk region. Currently, SCI is expanding its activities to eight cities of Ukraine, and Mykolaivis one of them. We work in the directions of education, child protection, overcoming child poverty, health care, and also we have advocacy activities related to the protection of children's rights. Main responsibilities: The MEAL Manager plays a crucial role in providing strategic oversight and operational leadership for MEAL within the Area office. Responsibilities include ongoing recruitment and development of the broader MEAL team in the respective area, as well as overseeing and building the capacity of team members, including coordinators, officers, and assistants. This encompasses roles such as the accountability officer and database officer. The incumbent will offer strategic insights, advice, and support for the entire project portfolio within the area, ensuring a high-quality data management process that adapts to new technologies. Additionally, they will focus on promoting learning and evidence to enhance program effectiveness. The role receives technical support from the Head of MEAL (HoM) and collaborates closely with MEAL Advisors and other positions within the national MEAL structure for project technical support. Direct reporting is to the Head of Programs (HoP). KeyAreas of Accountability:• Undertake responsibility for the roll-out and implementation of the MEAL frameworks, systems for projects implemented out of the SAO.• Ensure theuse of the MEAL SOPs.• Ensure that MEAL, area operations and project staff understand the various steps and tools for the MEAL system and that this is used consistently across projects / areas.• Support a Area MEAL team to conduct quality monitoring against SCI standards through participatory methodologies (including child-friendly methodologies).• Provide technical support and participate as required in all other aspects of MEAL related activities at field level, for example surveys, assessments, baselines, evaluations, joint projects reviews / lessons learning workshops/events.• Guide MEAL team actions following up the SOP procedures for MEAL (monitoring, evaluation, learning and accountability) and developing adaptations of those procedures according to their area context.• Take responsibility for budget planning and spending related to MEAL activities.• Ensure project staff responsible for implementation are fully engaged and understand MEAL requirements.• Ensure efficient allocation of resources and adherence to budgetary constraints.SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (SCI Values in Practice)Accountability:• Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values• Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities - giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achievedAmbition:• Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves (and their team), takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages others to do the same• Widely shares their vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others• Future orientated, thinks strategically.Collaboration:• Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, members and external partners and supporters• Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength• Approachable, good listener, easy to talk toCreativity:• Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions• Willing to take disciplined risksIntegrity:• Honest, encourages openness and transparency.TO BE SUCCESSFUL, YOU NEED TO HAVE:BSc/ MSc degree in economics, sociology, management, social development or a relevant field.Fluency in Ukrainian, Russian and English, both verbal and written, preferred.Commitment to Save the Children values.Experience working with monitoring, evaluation, learning, and accountability with International Organizations or inside SC.Strong leadership and team management skills.Familiarity with industry-standard data management tools and technologies.We offer:Official employmentInternational working conditionsWorking day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.mLocation of the office in the center of MykolaivMedical insurance from thefirst working dayForeign language courses at the expense of the organization.Child Safeguarding:We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.Health and Safety:The role holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with SCI Health and Safety policies and procedures.Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: SCI is committed to create a truly inclusive, effective and representative organizational culture, encouraging equity and diversity among its employees and eliminating unlawful discrimination.Ready to hire an employee with disability.If you are interested in the vacancy, we are looking forward for your response. A СV in English will be an advantage.Also, we will be grateful if you indicate the expected salary level and the level of English language proficiency.