Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Specialist, Transnational Organized Crime, DOS INL/WHP

Job Description

About Us

Are you passionate about driving programs focused on foreign assistance? Do you want to be part of an organization that offers meaningful assignments and opportunities to expand your skills and expertise? At Dexis, you will experience a corporate culture of inclusiveness, fairness, and trust. You will be given the means and mentorship needed to succeed, and your creativity will be rewarded.

About the Position

The M&E Specialist, Transnational Organized Crime shall work with INL/WHP program officers, M&E Coordinator, Posts, implementers, and in-country M&E Specialists to determine appropriate performance indicators for programs and projects related to citizen security and transnational crime.

This position may require travel throughout the Western Hemisphere. This position is open to U. S. Citizens or Third Country Nationals and will not be housed in INL/WHP facilities. The contractor shall provide off-site office space in the D.C.-metro area. This position may require on-site access. This position will be full-time (defined as at least 40-hour work week) for one (1) year with four (4) optional years.

Responsibilities

This individual shall become a subject matter expert in all INL/WHP programs focused on transnational crime and research how other entities in the transnational organized crime realm measure the impact of similar programs. They shall work with their in-country counterparts, implementers, program officers, and Post to determine how the data will be collected, displayed, and reported.

This individual shall oversee ensuring all measures are recorded accurately in PMDFs and VDFs. This individual shall oversee managing the overall reporting cycle and data collection for all citizen security measures and producing analysis and reports of findings to INL/WHP and other stakeholders.

This individual shall brief decision-makers when requested and will ensure continuity of operations by guaranteeing the transfer of all data, standard operating procedures, and knowledge to the appropriate INL/WHP staff upon completion of the contract.

This individual may be called on to help with other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• At least five (5) years of experience in monitoring and evaluation, strategic planning, foreign assistance, and/or performance management
• U. S. Citizen or Third Country National
• Ability to obtain and maintain MRPT certification
• Based in the D.C. metro area and able to attend meetings at the INL/WHP office space
• FSI Level 4/4 English or equivalent
• At least one (1) year of supervisory experience managing other staff
• Proven ability to deliver a quality written product and visual presentations
• Proven knowledge and experience working in the Western Hemisphere
• In-depth knowledge and/or experience with citizen security
• Ability and experience presenting results in presentations and written reports
• A high level of experience and competency with data analysis and producing quality descriptive data visualizations
• Moderate knowledge of statistical analysis and software such as SPSS
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Master’s Degree

Preferred Requirements:

• Spanish, French, or Dutch language skills
• Experience with technical writing or report production
• Knowledge or experience with international narcotics and law enforcement-related programs.
• Experience supporting the U.S. Department of State, Department of Justice, USAID or other similar government partners.
• High level of competency with statistical analysis and statistical programs such as SPSS or STATA
• Experience in survey design and implementation and/or qualitative in-person interviews
• Experience with Tableau, Power BI, or other similar business intelligence software
• Experience supporting Non-governmental Organizations

Are you looking for a company that offers meaningful program assignments and opportunities to develop professional skills and expertise? At Dexis, staff are empowered to be part of the decision-making process and collaborate with colleagues and management across the company to satisfy our clients. We create transparency in our operations with our clients and employees; and we offer our people opportunities to grow and challenge themselves in meaningful ways. Dexis follows a “find a way or make a way” business directive, and we’re paving the way for innovative management solutions in the global development and security assistance arenas worldwide. As a Dexis employee you will be challenged, empowered, and mentored. That’s how Dexis goes “all in.” How will you?

If you are passionate about this opportunity, submit your application by clicking the apply for this job online button.

Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted for interview.

Dexis is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental handicap, or status as a disabled or Vietnam Era veteran of the US Armed Forces.