CON 2017/75 - Consultant - Monitoring and Evaluation Framework - Home based with Field Travel to South Sudan

Position Title :Consultant - Monitoring and Evaluation Framework

Duty Station :Homebased/Field Travel Classification Consultant, Grade OTHE

Type of Appointment : Consultant, Ten Weeks

Estimated Start Date :As soon as possible Closing Date : 01 November 2017

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants. Context:

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is providing a comprehensive, multi-sector humanitarian response in South Sudan. The aim of the humanitarian response is to provide lifesaving humanitarian assistance to vulnerable and conflict-affected people in South Sudan, in coordination with other humanitarian response partners. IOM’s humanitarian response in South Sudan comprises, Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM), Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM), Health, Shelter-NFI, Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) and Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion (WASH).

M&E activities – each unit is at different stages of this process.

IOM South Sudan would like to conduct a review of existing monitoring and data collection tools for each unit and at the overarching level. IOM South Sudan would like to develop a list of standardised indicators for each unit (Outcome and Output), and at the overarching levels (Outcomes and Objectives). IOM South Sudan would like to develop review and improve existing tools, in particular at the Outcome and Objective level.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

Objective

The aim of this consultancy is develop a comprehensive Results Based M&E framework for IOM South Sudan’s humanitarian response, as well as for individual units. The consultancy will identify and make recommendations to improve and strengthen M&E within IOM South Sudan. The M&E framework should include recommendations of how to measure impact at the project, thematic unit and programme level, which is in line with national (including Cluster) approaches and best practices.

Page 1 / 5Scope of Services

The proposed activities of the consultant are:

A. Desk review and consultations

1. Review IOM South Sudan project documents including IOM South Sudan M&E strategy, project log frames and indicators, and existing monitoring and data collection tools. As well as review of relevant national documents, including the South Sudan Humanitarian Response Plan and relevant Cluster documents (including Cluster strategies where available) to ensure alignment with national standards and results.

2. In Juba, consult with IOM South Sudan Programme Managers, M&E and Reporting Officers, PSU and HoO and other relevant staff (including IOM SS Protection Officer) to identify and review existing M&E plans and tools.

3. In Wau and Bentiu, consult with thematic specialists and programme officers to review how monitoring and data collection tools are used, communication and feedback from the field to Juba, and identify gaps and challenges.

B. IOM South Sudan Results Based M&E Framework.

4. Develop a draft comprehensive Results Based M&E framework.

a. The framework should outline standardised (where relevant) qualitative and quantitative performance indicators (output and outcomes) with clear definitions, data collections strategies, frequency of collection, who is responsible for collection. It should also clearly demonstrate how the impacts outlined will be measured. Systematic disaggregation of data including by sex, disability, geographical location should be included. The Framework should integrate Protection, Conflict Sensitive and AAP indicators where appropriate.

b. The framework should take into consideration existing M&E systems, of the following sectors CCCM, DTM, Shelter-NFI; WASH, Health, MHPSS, core pipeline (Shelter-NFI and WASH)and CTS/Logs.

5. Develop an implementation plan, including a detailed training plan, for existing and proposed monitoring and data collection tools.

Deliverables

The deliverables of the mission is to produce:

1. Preliminary findings and recommendations – Power Point overview.

2. An comprehensive IOM South Sudan Results Based Monitoring and Evaluation framework for the Humanitarian Response, including:

• A detailed implementation plan, including key priorities;

• A training plan for IOM South Sudan M&E and Reporting staff.

3. A short (10 pages) IOM South Sudan internal report inclusive of all findings and recommendations for IOM Head of Operations and Programme Managers.

Page 2 / 5Timing

The proposed duration is 10-weeks with timing to be finalized once the consultant is identified. The proposed timeline is below:

- 1 week of document review i in Juba / home based;

- 2 week of data collection in Juba;

- 2 week of data collection in Wau;

- 2 weeks of data collection in Bentiu;

- 3 weeks of writing and finalization in Juba / home based.

All work for the Consultancy should be finalized by 31 January 2018.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Completed post graduate University Degree from an accredited academic institution preferably in social science, development planning, statistics or equivalent academic preparation and/or work experience.

• Training in M & E development and implementation, information analysis and report writing. Experience

• 5 years of experience (or 7 years of experience for candidates with 1st level university degree) in Monitoring and Evaluation. Ability to consolidate information from multiple sources.  Ability to work with basic presentation software, e.g. Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.  Knowledge of Access and statistical analysis is a plus.

• Significant field experience in humanitarian or development programming. • Experience in design and delivery of robust, relevant and timely M&E frameworks (including expertise and experience in indicator development, testing and data collection / analysis); • Significant experience developing and implementing Monitoring and Evaluation of large, complex, humanitarian programmes

• Experience conducting reviews in South Sudan and / or the East Africa Region and a demonstrated understanding of the issues in South Sudan.

• Good communication skills, both orally and in writing.

Languages

Fluency in English is required.

Desirable Competencies:

Behavioral

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms • Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders Page 3 / 5• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others • Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience • Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services • Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;

• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others.

• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;

• Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter

• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.

• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; • Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

Other:

The appointment is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment or visa requirements and security clearances.

Note

The consultant will be Home Based with travel to Juba, Wau and Bentiu, South Sudan. Additional Requirement for the Application

Interested applicants should attach the following documents in their application profile in PRISM eREC system:

• CV

• Understanding of the ToR including proposed methodology and overall framework for developing the monitoring system, activities and work plan, budget and resources required • 3 references

• At last one example of a similar system developed

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 01 November 2017 at the latest, referring to this advertisement. For further information, please refer to:

http://www.iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-apply.html In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.

Posting period:

Page 4 / 5From 19.10.2017 to 01.11.2017

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