Monitoring and evaluation specialist / Meal Officer in Terre des hommes Ukraine

Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist

Terre des hommes is looking for a proactive, energetic and competent "Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist" to join our team in the city of Kyiv to support the implementation of the organization's projects. If you are looking for meaningful work that will have a lasting impact on children's lives, we want to meet you. 

Start date: in the near future

Contract: 12 months (extendable)

Trial period: 3 months 

Salary: competitive salary, private health insurance  and insurance life from accidents 

Location: Kyiv, Ukraine

Application deadline: recruitment will continue until the position is filled

WHAT WE DO IN EUROPE AND UKRAINE

Terre des hommes (Tdh) is a leading Swiss charity for children. Since 1960, Tdh has been helping to build a better future for children and young people, especially those most at risk, by offering innovative and sustainable solutions. Working in more than 30 countries, Tdh, together with its own teams and/or local and international partners, develops and implements projects on the ground that significantly improve the daily lives of more than four million children and members of their communities, with a focus on maternal and child health, migration and access to justice for children

In Europe, Tdh strives to ensure the full realization of children's rights on an equal basis and without discrimination. We work in Albania, Kosovo, Moldova, Romania, Ukraine, Hungary and Greece, and together with our partners we reach children in 14 other European

Tdh has been working in Ukraine through partnerships since 2009 and legally opened its offices in 2014. Since 2015, Tdh has been providing a variety of services to children, youth and their families in the conflict-affected territory, with with special emphasism on psychosocial support. 

 For more information, please visit https://www.tdh.org, https://tdh-ukraine.org , www.facebook.com/TdhUkraine/

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The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist ensures the consistency and quality of the delegation's monitoring and evaluation strategies and activities. 

The monitoring and evaluation specialist helps collect, process and analyze data and ensures effective dissemination of information on monitoring results. He/she participates in internal and external evaluation processes in addition to monitoring project activities. 

He/she has direct access to confidential information such as financial reports and data, delegation budget, bank statements and is responsible for accurate office documentation management.  A professional sense of security, confidentiality and proper representation is paramount to this position. 

KEY DUTIES

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Helps project managers and officers manage quality data collection, analysis and synthesis.  

• Develops basic data collection tools and monitoring methodology.  

• Develops monitoring plans in accordance with donor requirements and organization requests.  

• Helps field staff collect data (according to project indicators) and understand monitoring tools.  

• Analyzes collected data for reporting, organizational training, writing new project proposals. 

• Coordinates internal project evaluation activities. 

• Develops data collection tools and assessment methodologies. 

• Advises staff/volunteers on data collection and understanding of tools. 

• Compiles data reports and shares results with project managers.  

• Prepares quantitative reports for donors or coordination structures (such as UN coordination clusters and UN OCHA and others). 

• Supports external experts in conducting evaluations.  

• Collaborates with regional quality and accountability advisor, project managers, partners to develop and publish best practices practice 

• Coordinates monitoring and reporting planning for all projects. 

• Supports the development of project proposals by providing advice on setting indicators. 

• Supports the development of donor reports and internal monthly and annual reports. 

• Documentation and maintenance of a monitoring and evaluation database. 

Skills

• Manages time and priorities, meets deadlines. 

• Collaborates and contributes to the achievement of goals. 

• Supports and advises colleagues. 

• Adapts communication to an intercultural environment. 

• Respect for others. 

Requirements:
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• Higher education. 

• Strong organizational and time management skills. 

• Necessary qualities: organization, negotiation, proactivity, independence, analytical, diplomatic, communication skills, stress resistance.

Work experience:

• Minimum 2 years of work experience in the field of accounting and finance, ideally in the creation of non-governmental organizations;

• Experience in monitoring and evaluation or NGO management is an advantage.

• research experience is an advantage. 

• Expertise in project cycle management, in-depth knowledge of concepts, processes and tools, and experience leading participatory processes

• Expertise in the development, planning and implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems, procedures and tools

• Knowledge and experience of quantitative and qualitative methods in the humanitarian/development sector.

• Data collection and analysis experience. 

• Experience in the preparation, planning and monitoring of consultations in the field of nutrition. 

• Awareness and knowledge of ethical issues related to monreporting and evaluation: Knowledge of gender sensitivity, gender equality and diversity would be an advantage. 

• Knowledge and professional experience in the field of child rights (protection and health care) in the context of humanitarian aid/ development 

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• Fluency in the Ukrainian language (written and spoken ), English is above average. 

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• Proficient user of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and experience with automated accounting and financial software. 

Protection policy of children:

Commit to Tdh's Risk Management Policy, including Child Protection Policy, Safety and Security Policy, Anti-Fraud/Corruption Policy, Fraud Reporting Policy.  

GDPR Compliance:

By submitting your application, you agree that your personal data will be used in the process personnel selection. All documents that we will request at various stages of the recruitment process will be used for this purpose only.  

All employees involved in recruitment and selection understand that data protection regulations apply and that personal information will be treated confidentially. In accordance with our policy, we will only retain your documents for the duration of the recruitment period.  

Due to the expected large number of applications, Tdh does not has the ability to respond to each candidate individually. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an initial interview. 

Monitoring and Evaluation Officer 

Terre des hommes is looking for a proactive, energetic, and organized Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, to join his team in Kyiv, Ukraine, to support in the implementation of his projects. If you are looking for a meaningful job that will make a lasting impact on the lives of children, we want to meet you. 

Start date: As soon as possible  

Contract: 12 months (with possibility of extension), local, full-time Employment Contract. 

Probation  period: 3 months 

Remuneration package: Attractive salary, private health insurance and life insurance against accidents 

Location: Kyiv, Ukraine (with frequent visits in different bases). 

Deadline for applications: Recruitment will be ongoing until position is occupied 

WHAT WE DO, IN EUROPE AND UKRAINE 

Terre des hommes (Tdh) is the leading Swiss organisation for children’s aid. Since 1960, Tdh has helped build a better future for children and youth, especially those most exposed to risks, making an impact with innovative and sustainable solutions. Active in more than 30 countries, Tdh works with its own teams and/or local and international partners to develop and implement field projects which significantly improve the daily lives of over four million children and members of their communities every year, with a focus on mother and child health, migration, and access to justice for children.  

In Europe, Tdh strives to ensure the full realisation of children’s rights, equally and without discrimination. We are present in Albania, Kosovo, Moldova, Romania, Ukraine, Hungary, and Greece, while together with partners, we reach children in other 14 European countries.  

Tdh started operations in Ukraine in 2015 and operated until February 2022 through 2 operational offices in Mariupol and Sievierodonetsk, while maintaining a coordination/representation office in Kyiv. Following the Invasion of Ukraine by the Russian Federation Army, the Tdh team has relocated in Ivano Frankivsk, where it started operations for the area of West Ukraine, which is the first operational base for the response to the current humanitarian crisis. The organization is aiming to operate in the Kyiv and surrounding areas and potentially in East Ukraine. We are providing various services to children, youth and their families in the conflict affected area, with a strong focus on psychosocial support. 

For more information, please check https://www.tdh.org, https://tdh ukraine.org www.facebook.com/TdhUkraine/ 

ROLE DESCRIPTION  

The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer ensures the consistency and quality of the monitoring and evaluation strategies and activities of the delegation. 

The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer helps collect, process, and analyze data and ensures effective dissemination of monitoring results. He/she participates in internal and external evaluation processes in addition to monitoring project activities. 

He/she has direct access to confidential information such as financial reports and data, delegation budget, bank statements, and is responsible for the accurate maintenance of office records.  A professional sense of security, confidentiality and proper representation is paramount to this position. 

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Assists project managers and officers in managing high-quality data collection, analysis and synthesis.  

• Develops baseline data collection tools and monitoring methodologies.  

• Develops monitoring plans in accordance with donor requirements and organizational needs.  

• Assists field staff in collecting data (in accordance with project indicators) and understanding monitoring tools.  

• Analyzes the collected data for reporting, organizational learning, and writing new project proposals. 

• Coordinates internal project evaluation activities. 

• Develops data collection tools and evaluation methodologies. 

• Advises staff/volunteers on datacollection and understanding of the tools. 

• Compiles data reports and shares results with project managers.  

• Prepares quantitative reports for donors or coordination structures (such as UN coordination clusters and OCHA)  

• Support external experts in conducting evaluations.  

• Collaborates with the Regional Quality and Accountability Advisor, project managers, and partners to develop and publish best practice publications. 

• Coordinates monitoring and reporting planning for all projects. 

• Supports the development of project proposals by advising on the establishment of indicators. 

• Supports the development of donor reports and internal monthly and annual reports. 

• Documentation and maintenance of the M&E database. 

Skills

• Manages time and priorities, meets deadlines. 

• Collaborates and contributes to the achievement of goals. 

• Supports and advises colleagues. 

• Adapts communication to intercultural environments - Respect for others. 

YOUR PROFILE  

Education / Qualifications:  

• University degree. 

• Strong organizational and time management skills. 

• Required qualities: organization, negotiation skills, proactivity, independence, analytical skills, diplomacy, communication skills, stress resistance. 

Experience:     

• At least 2 years of previous experience in accounting and finance, ideally in the NGO sector; 

• Previous experience in M&E or NGO management is an advantage.  

• Previous experience in research is an advantage. 

• Expertise in project cycle management, detailed knowledge of concepts, processes and tools, and experience in leading participatory processes 

• Expertise in designing, planning and implementing M&E systems, procedures and other tools. 

• Knowledge of and experience with quantitative and qualitative methods in the humanitarian aid/development sector.  

• Experience in data collection and analysis. 

• Experience in preparing, planning and monitoring nutrition consultations. 

• Awareness and knowledge of ethical issues related to M&E: gender and diversity sensitivity will be an advantage. 

• Knowledge and professional experience in the field of child rights (protection and health) in the context of humanitarian assistance/development. 

Languages: Fluency in Ukrainian and English (written and oral). 

IT Knowledges: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, in particular Excel, and experience with automated accounting and financial software. 

Child Safeguarding Policy:  

To commit to respect Tdh Risk Management Policies including Child Safeguarding Policy, Safety and Security Policy and Anti-Fraud/Corruption Policy, Whistle Blowing Policy.  

GDPR compliance: 

By sending your application, you agree that your personal data will be used in the recruitment process. All the documents we will request in different steps of the recruitment process will only be used for this purpose.  

All staff involved in recruitment and selection are aware that data protection rules apply, and that personal information will be treated confidentially. According to our policy, we will keep your application documents for the period of the recruitment only.  

Due to an anticipated high number of applications, Tdh is not in a position to respond to every applicant individually. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the first interview.