M & E Specialist (Refugee Education and Self-Reliance) International Consultancy Postion

UNICEF is seeking for an International consultant to develop an M&E framework and associated tools within a Building Self Reliance education initiative, for the generation of evidence around key result areas and advocacy/communication products.

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Purpose of the Position:

To manage the development of an M&E framework and associated tools within a Building Self Reliance education initiative, for the generation of evidence around key result areas and development of advocacy/communication products.

 Specific Tasks

 The incumbent will:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive ‘education for self-reliance’ (E4SR) M&E framework for the Building Self Reliance programme (BSRP)
• Design innovative and participatory M&E methodologies to document BSRP programme results
• Analyze existing sources of relevant data to inform BSRP M&E and a strategy for their utilization
• Conduct a capacity needs assessment and develop a training/mentoring strategy to support BSRP staff and partners
• Support BSRP partners (GoE, PCAs) to develop effective M&E strategies to document the contribution of the programme to self-reliance of refugee and vulnerable host communities
• Support the development of terms of reference for key evaluative research products (impact of sport and play initiatives on the social cohesion of refugee and host community children, out of school children study, learning outcomes assessment, video documentary and case studies)

2. Expected Deliverables

• Comprehensive ‘education for self-reliance’ (E4SR) M&E framework for the BSRP programme
• Regional ‘education for self-reliance’ (E4SR) M&E frameworks in support of key partnerships and interventions (5)

• Concept Note outlining innovative and participatory M&E methodologies to document BSRP programme results
• Report outlining existing sources of relevant data to inform BSRP M&E and a strategy for their utilization
• M&E capacity needs assessment and training/mentoring strategy and initial training workshop to support BSRP staff and partners
• Reporting/M&E calendar reflecting all relevant stakeholders’ inputs and linking BSRP and UNICEF M&E systems
• Quantitative and qualitative data sets for each BSRP key result area developed

 

3. Reporting

•  Weekly Progress Report to be submitted to the Refugee Education Specialist.

    4. Expected Background and Experience

• Advanced university degree (or equivalent) in research and evaluation methods with evidence of high quality research and evaluation activities previously designed and conducted;
• Minimum 5 years demonstrated practical experience in quantitative and qualitative evaluation design, conduct, and management preferably within the education sector
• Experience developing M&E systems for multi-sector programs in resource-constrained settings an asset.
• Demonstrable experience of assessing refugee, and/or self-reliance programs in Sub-Saharan Africa an advantage
• Experience in developing and implementing gender and conflict sensitive, participatory and innovative M&E interventions, including the use of ICT.
• Proven experience with the logical framework approach and other strategic planning approaches and sound grasp of the intervention logic (Theory of Change)
• Knowledge of local social, cultural, political, economic context in East Africa/Ethiopia an advantage
• Fluency in spoken and written English is required

 

5. Competencies of Successful Candidate

•  Knowledge of the latest issues, developments and trends in M&E of education and refugee programmes;
• Knowledge and experience of developing and implementing IT-based M&E solutions
• Initiative, passion and commitment to UNICEF’s mission and professional values.
• Communication and advocacy skills. Networking skills.
• Analytical and conceptual thinking. Ability to formulate strategies and concepts.
• High sense of integrity and ethics. Strong drive for Results
• Ability to make timely and quality judgments and decisions.
• Facilitation training/mentoring skills.
• Ability to work in an international and multicultural environment. Ability to work effectively with people at all level within and outside the Office. Good supervisory skills.
• Commitment to continuous learning for professional development.
• Good knowledge of computer management and applications i.e. word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation tools, etc. especially in building design.

 

6. General Conditions: Procedures and Logistics

• Consultant will not be provided lodging and/or meals.
• Consultant will be working on site and get logistics support (internet connection, access to printing facilities, office supplies) from UNICEF field offices.
• Consultant should provide his/her own materials, i.e. computer, mobile, etc
• Consultant is authorized to have access to UNICEF transport for visiting the construction sites in the five regions and implementing partners in the relevant locations.
• When the Consultant is required to travel outside his/her duty Station – transport and other costs will be covered as per the travel rules applicable to Consultant.

   

7. Policy both Parties Should be Aware of:

• Under the consultancy agreements, a month is defined as 21 working days, and fees are prorated accordingly. Consultants are not paid for weekends or public holidays.
• Consultants are not entitled to payment of overtime. All remuneration must be within the contract agreement
• No contract may commence unless the contract is signed by both UNICEF and the consultant or Contractor.
• For international consultants outside the duty station, signed contracts must be sent by fax or email. Signed contract copy or written agreement must be received by the office before Travel Authorization is issued.
• No consultant may travel without a signed travel authorisation prior to the commencement of the journey to the duty station.
• Unless authorised, UNICEF will buy the tickets of the consultant. In exceptional cases, the consultant may be authorised to buy their travel tickets and shall be reimbursed at the “most economical and direct route” but this must be agreed to beforehand.
• Consultants will not have supervisory responsibilities or authority on UNICEF budget.
• Consultant will be required to sign the Health statement for consultants/Individual contractor prior to taking up the assignment, and to document that they have appropriate health insurance, including Medical Evacuation.
• The Form 'Designation, change or revocation of beneficiary' must be completed by the consultant upon arrival, at the HR Section.

• **** Please consult with HR on entitlements as many are set by UNICEF rules.

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