EQWIP HUBS is a consortium partnership implemented by two international youth development organizations Canada World Youth/Jeunesse Canada Monde (CWY) and Youth Challenge International (YCI). The consortium includes TakingITGlobal (TIG), Education Development Center (EDC) and UN-HABITAT.
Initiative Description:
The project is currently receiving applications for a Monitoring and Evaluation Lead for EQWIP HUBS: Powering Youth Innovation for Sustainable Livelihoods, which will be implemented across six countries. The ultimate goal is to improve the economic and social well-being of poor and marginalized communities in developing countries.
Position Description:
The Monitoring and Evaluation Lead will be responsible for the overall management of monitoring and evaluation activities, including PMF design, support for data collection, data analysis and knowledge sharing strategies. S/he will ensure that project outcomes are being achieved and that appropriate data is being collected and collated. S/he will be responsible for determining and disseminating lessons learned and good/best practices in collaboration with partner agencies. S/he will establish and maintain positive, collaborative and productive relationships with EQWIP staff and implementing partners.
EQWIP is building a team of energetic, skilled and passionate individuals who are motivated by the prospect of exploring new and creative approaches to solving complex global challenges.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
§ Provide overall management for the design and implementation of the EQWIP Hubs M&E system, working closely with other EQWIP Hubs staff, consultants, youth and partners
§ Support technical work such as reviewing indicators, data quality, reporting methods, designing reporting tools and advising M&E technical assistance
§ Provide progress updates to the Chief of Party, donors and key stakeholders
§ Serve as the primary point person for all monitoring and evaluation related work
§ Develop and refine various EQWIP Hubs data collection instruments ,both quantitative and qualitative, with an emphasis on participatory tools
§ Maintain a results database to aggregate and analyze data
§ Develop and maintain a system for knowledge management
§ Develop results and performance reports, in addition to other briefings, summaries, papers and presentations for various audiences as needed
§ Train EQWIP HUBS partners and staff on the efficient use of the monitoring systems, provide ongoing coaching/support through regular project site monitoring visits
§ Ensure quality control, problem solving and implement adaptations as needed
§ Document good/best practices, lessons learned and trends
§ Research and collect content and stories about the project's achievements
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
§ Minimum of five years professional experience in M&E with responsibility for designing and implementing M&E systems
§ Experience building organizational capacity in monitoring and evaluation and/or training individuals in monitoring and evaluation
§ Passion and enthusiasm for utilizing measurement to improve programming
§ Ability to manage competing priorities, work with deadlines and attend to projects and work processes
§ Energetic and collaborative spirit, with the ability to work independently and take initiative, and a willingness to develop new skills on the job
§ Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
§ Self-motivated with the ability to multi-task and work effectively
§ Experience working in collaborative, cross sector environments to facilitate conversations or solve problems among individuals with diverse perspectives
§ Proven ability to design and implement participatory monitoring and evaluation tools
§ Familiarity with youth focused indicators and outcomes
§ Experience designing and managing beneficiary monitoring and database systems
§ Experience in planning and performance measurement, including indicator selection, target setting and reporting
§ Knowledge of a variety of evaluation methodologies (e.g., qualitative, quantitative, mixed-method, and impact) and data collection and analysis methodologies
§ Proven ability to manage and provide ongoing training and support to M&E field officers
§ International experience preferably with a focus on youth
§ Strong interpersonal and communication skills
§ Availability to travel
§ English fluency required, French/Spanish language skills are highly desirable
HOW TO APPLY:
Deadline to apply: Friday, February 27 at 5pm EST. Applications will be considered upon submission. Please submit your cover letter and CV as a one document Word or PDF e-mail attachment torecruitment@yci.org with M&E Lead EQWIP in the subject line. No phone calls about the position can be accepted. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
