Field Monitor, USAID/Iraq Performance Management and Evaluation Services

Job Description

Project Summary:

The Performance Management and Evaluation Services (PMES) activity is currently being implemented by MSI in Iraq. PMES supports the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) by monitoring interventions carried out by USAID Implementing Partners throughout Iraq. Monitoring is performed by a team of 11 field monitors in Iraq.

**Please note: Only Iraqi citizens are eligible for this position.**

Position Summary:

The Field Monitor (FM) will undertake site visits to monitor USAID-financed activities dealing with infrastructure, governance, stabilization, humanitarian assistance and rebuilding communities. The FM will observe an event or infrastructure that is being implemented by USAID’s Implementing Partners (IPs) and complete a pre-designed monitoring report. This role will typically be involved in interviews with beneficiaries and stakeholders as well as observation. The purpose of the monitoring reports is to provide USAID with an objective sense of how the activities are being implemented on the ground. This is a full-time position, with a three-month probationary period.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct Third-Party Monitoring (TPM) site visits in Erbil and neighboring governorates as assigned by the TPM Manager.
• Conduct checks of the timeliness and quality of activity inputs and outputs.
• Review compliance with pertinent USG and USAID regulations, laws, and policies, such as regarding branding and marking, and environmental compliance.
• Gather feedback on the quality and relevance of training as well as technical and in-kind assistance.
• Verify compliance with quality and safety measures for construction and rehabilitation programs.
• Verify the eligibility of listed beneficiaries for services or programs.
• Ensure that services are reaching eligible and intended beneficiaries.
• Complete TPM Reports using pre-designed monitoring forms with quality data.
• Submit to PMES in a timely manner and in accordance with protocols.
• Meet weekly site visit targets.
• Work with implementing partners and their designated POCs and with local authorities to obtain access to sites.
• Coordinate with the TPM Manager, Security and Operations Manager, and other FMs.
• Attend PMES team meetings as requested.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree required, preferably in a related field.
• Minimum three years of professional experience is required, preferably in areas related to project management, performance monitoring, data collection, and evaluation.
• Ability to travel throughout Erbil, Sulaymaniya, and Kirkuk.
• Ability to potentially undertake monitoring in other governorates.
• Knowledge of one or more sectors that USAID activities support, such as construction, training, and awareness-raising.
• Knowledge of USAID monitoring procedures preferred.
• Experience conducting independent monitoring and verification of USAID activities is preferred.
• Experience applying qualitative and quantitative data collection tools and methods, including document review and key informant interviews.
• Experience working on a team and communicate effectively with partners, stakeholders, and beneficiaries.
• Professional working proficiency in written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic required.

MSI is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We strive to develop and maintain a culture that honors the perspectives and identities of our employees, our communities and those impacted by our work.

We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

MSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities/Veterans Employer.

Reasonable Accommodations:

MSI is dedicated to hiring an inclusive workforce. If you would like to request reasonable accommodations during the application process, please visit Tetra Tech’s Disability Assistance Page. Our recruitment team looks forward to engaging in an interactive process to provide reasonable accommodations for candidates.

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

About the Organization

Company Profile:

Management Systems International (MSI), a Tetra Tech Company, is a Washington, D.C. metro area management consultancy with a 40-year history of delivering results for our clients. Our expertise is in the fields of monitoring and evaluation; democracy and governance; peace and stability; rule of law and accountability; education; gender and inclusion; strategic communications; and leadership and organizational development. MSI has implemented projects in 90 countries around the world such as Colombia, Indonesia, Jordan, Kenya, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Syria and Ukraine, and works domestically. We support clients ranging from the U.S. Government (e.g., the U.S. Agency for International Development, U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. Departments of State and Labor, and the Millennium Challenge Corporation) to large bilateral and multilateral donors (e.g., the World Bank and the United Nations Development Program). We also work with national and local governments, nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), think tanks, foundations and universities. For more information, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com.