Job Description

MEAL Officer (Consortium) – Aden, Yemen (National)

Mission

In situations of armed conflict, Geneva Call, as a neutral, impartial and independent international humanitarian organization, endeavours to strengthen the respect of humanitarian norms and principles by armed non-state actors, in order to improve the protection of civilians, while supporting local communities in their efforts to enhance their own protection. Appel de Genève/Geneva Call is a private, not-for-profit, humanitarian organization foundation under Swiss law, founded in 1998.
Geneva Call consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages and opinions. Geneva Call is an inclusive working environment for all its staff. Applications are particularly encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on the grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity.

Role

The Consortium MEAL Officer, under the supervision of Consortium Project Manager, is responsible for the development of monitoring and evaluation plans, data management, indicator and result tracking and keeping records of project evidence for the FCDO funded Sustainable Pathways for Peace and Stability in Yemen project. The Consortium MEAL Officer will also ensure proper documentation and reporting of project activities and will work with the program team to ensure quality and timely delivery of project activities.

Core Responsibilities

Project Implementation

• Responsible for quality project implementation and monitoring in accordance with Geneva Call and donor work plans, budget and procedures. 
• Monitor and report on the implementation of all project activities, outputs and outcomes, submitting required reporting and documentation accurately and on time including supporting local partners in their reporting and ensuring their reports follow GC formats.
• Manage safe keeping of information and knowledge, including filing of programme documents and materials. 
• Collect and analyse information relating to the context, conflict situation, humanitarian needs and potential impact on Geneva Call’s work in project area(s) and relay this to the program coordinator, Consortium Project Manager and HoP; 
• With the approval of Consortium Project Manager/Program Coordinator, release resources to partners/projects as per approved plans and agreements and reimbursement and/or liquidation of project expenditures. 
• Monitor and report on all project expenses of budgets and available funding, including supporting documents.
• Provide material (photos, videos, stories from the field) about the project and timely reports to showcase project outcomes and achievements.
• Support implementation of communications strategy including the production of external communication materials, activities, campaigns, events and other initiatives

Security

In coordination with security focal point of the country programme:

• Ensure adherence to GC’s security policies and protocols.
• Support regular assessments of the security situation vis-à-vis the project, project partners, beneficiaries and GC, preparing risk assessments and suggesting mitigating measures and following up on incidents as necessary.

Communications & External relations

In coordination with the Consortium Project Manager:

• In coordination with the Program Coordinator and Consortium Project Manager, engage local and international organizations regularly.
• Provide material (photos, videos, stories from the field) about the project and timely reports to showcase project outcomes and acheivements;
• Support implementation of communications strategy including the production of external communication materials, activities, campaigns, events and other initiatives

Financial Management

• Contribute to transparent and timely project-related financial management following GC protocols.

Human Resource Management

• Develop annual objectives with the team and conduct quarterly review of the progress made towards achieving them. Also ensure development plans are in place for the direct report
• Supervise and provide ongoing support, capacity development and mentoring to the M&E Assistant, to enable them to successfully perform in their positions, and supporting them to do the same with the staff they supervise.
• Ensure staff well-being and care is prioritised and is an integral part of work.

Others

• Attend and represent GC as required at meetings and other fora of interest to the organisation as delegated or assigned.
• Perform any other tasks as assigned by the line manager.

Main qualifications

Education, Experience & Technical skills

• Completed degree of Higher Education in relevant field such as statistics, development studies, Political or Social Science, International Humanitarian Law or Human Rights or equivalent.
• IT Tools (MS Office, Excel, email, KOBO);
• Experience in project implementation, reporting, monitoring and research;
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience of humanitarian work, research work, data management and assessments.
• Experience in developing professional relationships with various stakeholders including armed actors and working in a neutral and objective manner;

Languages

• Proficiency in English and Arabic is required.

Personal skills

• Understanding and respect for organizational principles, vision, mission and confidentiality.
• Strong logic and organizational skills, flexibility and adaptability to change.
• Ability to take responsibility, proactive and efficient functioning, strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team and multicultural environment.
• Accuracy and reliability, ability to meet deadlines under pressure;
• Drive for results

Performance management

The employee will be accountable for the responsibilities and the competencies, in accordance with the GC Performance Management. The following documents will be used for performance reviews:

• The Job Description
• The individual Work- and Professional Development Plan
• The Competency Framework

Conflict of interest

Any candidate affiliated to, or openly supporting, one or more interest groups opposed to the Foundation’s principles and values, or whose previous position could engender safety issues for co-workers at Appel de Genève / Geneva Call, will be excluded from this selection process. The employee will be accountable for the responsibilities and the competencies, in accordance with the Geneva Call Performance Management guidelines.

Conditions

• Position: MEAL Officer (Consortium)
• Workplace: Aden, Yemen
• Activity Rate: 100%
• Type of Contract: National
• Preferred start date: 01 August 2024