Posts
Closing Date: Sunday, 31 March 2013
Advertisement
Kampala, Uganda - Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) systems and processes
require definition, discipline and training. The Advisor will provide clarity,
definition and system synchronism across all Samaritan's Purse (SP) field
office locations. The individual serving as the Advisor for Monitoring and
Evaluation will work closely with the Program Management Advisor, Regional
Directors, Country Directors, and Program Managers as well as within the
Program Development Division (PDD) in general. The Global Advisor, M&E will
seek to establish meetings with key implementers in the critical start-up phase
of programs to ensure the best possible chance of success. Along with the
Technical Advisors, this person will promote the best practices of the
organization both internally, by capturing the critical lessons learned as well
as externally, by writing and presenting programming results to the international
community.
This position will be based in either Kampala, Uganda or Nairobi, Kenya.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
·
Provide Monitoring and Evaluation training and mentoring on-site for SP
Country Directors, and their Program Management/M+E staff;
·
As a basic step in program development s/he will provide guidance in the
design of program monitoring and evaluation strategies specific to each project
while using the tools developed in the Program Management Guidelines.
·
Train and/or participate in rapid or baseline-assessments which serve as a
basis for validation of outcomes of all program activities.
·
Be available to assist/advise/support field offices in conducting project
evaluations on a project to project basis to ensure maximum impact.
·
Assist offices in developing data entry, storage and analysis templates to
assist with M+E.
·
Be available to advise on statistical analysis of project data and conduct
advanced analysis when required.
·
In coordination with the Technical Advisors, write reports for publication
and present impact results of SP programs at international conferences,
educational institutions and in other venues.
·
Stay current in M+E approaches, with the ability to provide clarity on all
donor approaches as well as the continually changing codes within the international
community.
·
Follow policies and procedures of Samaritan's Purse as set forth in the
Policy and Procedure Manual.
·
Attend daily morning devotions and participate in prayer support for the
ministry, its donors and volunteers.
·
Maintain a strong Christian witness to colleagues, vendors, charitable
beneficiaries, and the general public.
·
Position requires moderate international travel.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This job will not have supervisory responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
·
Maintains a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Is a consistent
witness for Jesus Christ.
·
Master's Degree (MSc.) or equivalent in statistics or similar subject; or
ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of
education and experience.
·
One year of college-level Biblical studies is preferred
·
Commitment to the Samaritan's Purse statement of faith, and experience in
working with cross-cultural and cross-denominational Christians.
·
Technical writing skills including developing logical frameworks, monitoring
and evaluation plans and evaluation reports.
·
Field experience in relief and program development, program implementation
and proposal development.
·
Working knowledge of donor monitoring and evaluation requirements (UN,
CIDA, DFID and USAID etc) and best practice in the field.
·
Experience of conducting project evaluations including using survey
methodologies of Cluster and LQAS.
·
Proficiency and proven track record with using EPI Info and statistical
software such as SPSS, STATA or other packages.
·
12 month contract with the potential for renewal.
This is an accompanied position.
Mission Statement: Samaritan's Purse is a nondenominational evangelical
Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people
around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan's Purse has helped meet needs of people
who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with
the purpose of sharing God's love through His Son, Jesus Christ. The
organization serves the Church worldwide to promote the Gospel of the Lord
Jesus Christ.
Distinct Objectives: The work of Samaritan's Purse is marked by five
distinct objectives, grounded in Scripture and biblical principles: Proclaim
the Gospel - Exalt Christ and share the Gospel while working in His Name around
the world Serve with Excellence - Exceed the world's standard while serving the
purposes of God's kingdom Respond with Compassionate Action - Expedite our
response to needs as the Lord reveals opportunities to minister Demonstrate
Biblical Integrity - Exhibit character and integrity personally, at home and
work Walk in Bold Faith - Expect God to do the impossible-- "God
Room"
How to apply:
In order to apply, please go to http://www.samaritan.org/index.php/employment_listings/position_listing_...
and click on "Apply Now"
