Monitor at American University of Nigeria (AUN)

Locations: Damaturu, Maiduguri & Yola
Department: Atiku Center
Nature of Employment: Project Assignment
Supervisor: Report to the Livelihood Officer

Position Background
The Monitor will conduct monitoring of activities of the targeted beneficiaries for the Livelihood Project, set up monitoring according to designed standard procedures and accurate documentation on cash and/or items distributions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate the progress of the project in the field
• Assist the Livelihood Centre Assistant in running field activities.
• Inform the Livelihood Centre Officer and project officers about any problems in the camp or community.
• Report everyday about the development of the project in the field.
• Assist in distribution of items meant for the PoCs and/or other beneficiaries.
• Participate in community mobilization, registration processes.
• Ensure that all documents related to beneficiary’s activities are accurate and properly filed.
• In case of cash disbursement, the Monitor must ensure that beneficiary sign or thumb print against their names on the receipts as proof that they received such amount.
• Complete required documents/forms related to Livelihood Project
• Prepare food monitors report with all beneficiary distribution lists matching with signatures
• Participate in training and sensitization of beneficiaries on distribution and other items.
• Any other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Position Requirements

• University degree, Diploma or advanced training/ course in Social Work, Humanitarian or related field
• Previous similar work experience
• High level communication skills and team work spirit.
• Familiarity with host community culture
• High Level of understanding of “NGO” Principles and approach
• High level of ability to identify needs from the community
• Ability to perform field assignments and willingness to travel in difficult terrain and security-risk areas.

Description of Benefits

• Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience and job classification as approved by the Project.