TI-Bangladesh

Coordinator- Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL)

Posted on January 4, 2021

Job Context

Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) is inviting applications from Bangladeshi Nationals for the position of Coordinator- Monitoring, evaluation and Learning – MEL, to be recruited initially for the period up to December 2021, and subsequently for additional five years’ subject to due completion of the necessary approval processes. This position is reportable to the Deputy Executive Director/Executive Director. Upon joining, the incumbent will be regarded as a member of the team for TIB’s core project, BIBEC (Building Integrity Blocks for Effective Change), and from January 2022 for PACTA (Participatory Action against Corruption: Towards Transparency and Accountability), the new core project.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a robust and technically appropriate MEL system.
• Develop Theory of Change (ToC), Results Chain Framework (RCF), ensure alignment of MEL plan and framework with agreed outputs and outcomes for achieving project objectives:
• Provide strategic direction to the team for setting standard methodology and framework to assess the quality and impact of the project.
• Conduct Data Quality Assessments (DQAs) and prepare relevant reports on a regular basis.
• Play a key role in creating a feedback loop, sharing, and dissemination of learning across divisions and units and creating opportunities for continuous redesigning and readjustments of programmes/outputs in the project cycle;
• Develop collaborative, learning and adapting (CLA) framework for enhancing organizational learning.
• Play a key role to conduct the baseline study, evaluations and assessment process for the project;
• Undertake frequent pilot learning review to capture the lessons learnt and other reflection sessions with staff and stakeholders;
• Guide MEL team to develop knowledge products based on project’s learnings and achievements for various stakeholders and platforms (case stories, blogs, articles, briefs, etc.).
• Guide MIS staff to develop the MIS system and required tools in line with the MEL system.
• Prepare the progress reports, both consolidated for submission to management, Board, development partners, relevant government agencies and other stakeholders, in accordance with approved reporting formats.
• Analyze monitoring reports for further use such as impact evaluation, mid-term and/or other periodic reviews and identify the causes of potential bottlenecks and risks in project implementation.
• Carry out periodic monitoring and technical support visits in project areas to assess progress against agreed MEL system and recommend remedial actions.
• Organize capacity-building activities for project staff to help implement MEL efficiently.
• Provide technical direction to programme teams including planning, design and implementation of baseline/midline and other data requirements to support programme analysis for further development using monitoring tools and instruments.

Special Instruction

Academic Qualification

• Applicants must have a Master’s degree in a subject of Social Science or in any discipline related to governance and development, Economics or Statistics. Advanced training on Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning will be an advantage.
• Candidates with a 3rd Division/Class or a CGPA of less than 2.5 on a scale of 4 and 3 on a scale of 5 at any stage of academic life need not apply.

Other Qualification

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in Monitoring and Evaluation, preferably in the non-profit sector, of which at least 5 years in a managerial capacity in the relevant field in a position in renowned national/international organizations. MEL experience in the governance sector and citizens’ engagement will be given preference;
• Ability to obtain, analyze and evaluate a variety of information, organize, interpret and present them in meaningful oral or written forms for varied audiences (e.g. staff, volunteers, relevant government agencies and donors) and provide solid analysis leading to sound decision-making.
• Analytical ability to integrate gender and other issues, e.g., ethnicity, poverty, within the MEL framework.
• Ability to work effectively with others, adaptable and flexible. S/he needs to be a creative self-starter with a capacity to work independently and also as an integral part of a team to deliver results.
• Ability to provide training on M&E development and implementation and facilitating learning-oriented analysis sessions of M&E data with multiple stakeholders.

Training Courses

Professional Certification

Area of Experience

MEL, Theory of Change (ToC), Results Chain Framework, Data quality assessments

Skills

Communication, Report writing, MEL system, Evidence-based monitoring and evaluation, Participatory MEL methods approaches, Organizing and facilitating MEL training, Computer literacy, Monitoring Evaluation & Learning, Analytical skill, Delivery training on M&E, Baseline study evaluation & assessment, MIS System, Documentation and Reporting, Donor funded project

Additional Requirement

• Willingness to undertake frequent field visits
• Ability to manage complexities and deliver outputs within strict deadlines;
• Sound computer skills that include good word processing skills both in Bangla and English, good command on the use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.;
• Experience in an anti-corruption organization will be an added advantage.

Gross Salary

145000

Additional salary Info

Level: L-2, Gross salary: 1,45,000.00 per month plus other benefits as per relevant rules of TIB. Income tax is payable by TIB staff, deductible at source.

Other Benefits

Annual performance-based increment, Cost of living adjustment, Contributory provident fund, Gratuity, Festival allowance and Insurance etc.
 
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  • 18 Jan 2021
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  • Dhaka
  • 8 years
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TIB follows an equal opportunity policy and actively encourages diversity welcoming applications from all especially women, ethnic, religious and other minorities and people with disability. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview. Any attempt at persuasion is treated as disqualification. If an applicant has an immediate family member in any capacity at TIB, s/he must proactively and clearly disclose it. Such candidates can be employed in TIB only by a special approval of the Board of Trustees, even if duly qualified in the competitive selection process.

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