Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Assistant - Engaging Communities for Peace in Nigeria (ECPN) at Mercy Corps

JOB SUMMARY
The Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Assistant will ensure that MEL systems, procedures, performance monitoring and results reporting are in place, effectively implemented and well synchronized. The MEL Assistant will be responsible for supporting the Program Manager and MEL Advisor to ensure that program decisions are based on quality, up-to-date evidence and will promote an atmosphere of constant learning within the project team. The MEL Assistant could travel frequently and be provisionally based different middle-belt states at different times.

REQUIREMENTS:
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Fluency in Hausa and English, both written and spoken.
• BA/S or equivalent in conflict management, social sciences, international development or other relevant field.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience working in the non-profit sector in monitoring and evaluation, ideally in conflict management/peacebuilding, community development, or economic and market development.
• Prior experience of carrying out surveys, conducting interviews, and undertaking assessments
• Understanding of qualitative and quantitative indicators and measurement strategies for collecting data regarding both types of indicators. 
• Experience working in rural areas in Nigeria, particularly in the Middle Belt.
• Experience working in a multi-organizational team (international and national partners) is a plus.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English required, including report development, writing and editing.
• Computers skills – word-processing and spreadsheets experience required.  Computer database experience preferred.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members.