Monitoring Assistant at Wildlife Conservation Society

Purpose

• The purpose of this position is to oversee and ensure the collection of quality M&E data.
• The primary responsibility of this position is to provide programmatic support and technical assistance to WCS programme through collaboration with stakeholders to ensure program quality.
• Key functions of this position will include monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (MEL), program implementation, and reporting.

Main Responsibilities

• Collect required data in the field to inform the WCS Monitoring, Evaluation, Adaptation and Learning (MEAL) programme.
• Support the development and implementation of program MEAL plans to capture project performance and results, including data reporting, assessments, and all monitoring and evaluation activities
• Support the development of data flow pattern for program that will ensure timely data collection and reporting
• Report results of MEAL activities by providing written documentation about progress toward achieving indicators/targets, as appropriate
• Lead efforts at field office level to monitor project interventions, document results and provide feedback to stakeholders to guide decision-making
• Ensure quality of data through data verification procedures, including routine data quality audits
• S/He will lead on documenting case studies and success stories.

Position Requirements

• At least 2 years’ relevant experience in Monitoring and Evaluating project activities.
• Relevant University Degree preferably in Natural Resource Management
• Ability to develop clear goals and identify priority activities and assignments.
• Demonstrated experience in data collection and community outreach.
• Strong communication and inter-personal skills as well as demonstrated ability to work in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team.
• Proven ability to manage large and varied workloads and deal constructively with diverse people.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and work with limited supervision.
• Pro-active, stable, and robust character and a good team-player.
• Full professional proficiency in English.