Job Description
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the sustainable management of natural resources in Syria, working within a dynamic and impactful project. The position offers significant professional development in M&E, data analysis, and project management within the UN system.
This position is crucial for the effective monitoring and evaluation of the Natural Resource Management (NRM) project in Syria. The role involves designing and implementing M&E frameworks, conducting data analysis, and providing recommendations to improve project performance and impact in a challenging operational environment.
The Nexus Response Mechanism (NRM) is a flagship EU-funded initiative managed by UNOPS under the DG MENA (The Directorate-General for the Middle East, North Africa and the Gulf) framework. NRM will contribute to resilience and sustainable development in Syria through linking immediate humanitarian relief with long-term socio-economic development. The project objectives are:
Reduce Vulnerability by addressing immediate needs through programmes that simultaneously build long-term resilience, with particular attention to areas affected by repeated displacement and infrastructure damage.
Enable Sustainable Recovery and Stabilization by creating the Nexus, linking humanitarian assistance with early recovery and development interventions that promote human rights, inclusive governance, and social cohesion, ensuring that interventions are context-sensitive and conflict-informed.
Facilitate Returns by creating the physical and economic conditions necessary for the durable return of displaced Syrians and returnees to their homes, while prioritizing safety, social cohesion, and equitable access to services
Under the direct management of the Senior Programme Manager, the Monitoring and Evaluation Senior Officer will lead the development and implementation of the M&E framework for the NRM project in Syria, ensuring the project’s activities are effectively monitored, evaluated, and aligned with project goals and objectives. The role involves data collection, analysis, reporting, and providing recommendations for continuous improvement.
1. M&E Framework Development and Implementation
- Develop and implement a comprehensive M&E framework for the NRM project, including indicators, data collection methods, and reporting mechanisms, review and update M&E frameworks periodically to incorporate lessons learned and evolving project priorities.
- Ensure the M&E framework aligns with project objectives, donor requirements, and international best practices.
- Establish data quality assurance procedures and ensure data integrity throughout the project lifecycle.
- Integrate gender, social inclusion, and environmental considerations into indicators and assessment metrics.
- Advise project teams on feasible M&E approaches for newly introduced project interventions.
2. Data Collection and Analysis
- Design and implement data collection tools and methodologies, including surveys, focus groups, and key informant interviews, ensure adherence to ethical standards in data collection and management.
- Collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data to assess project progress, outcomes, and impact, collaborate with field teams to validate data and cross-check for accuracy.
- Utilize statistical software and data visualization techniques to present findings in a clear and concise manner.
3. Reporting and Dissemination
- Prepare regular M&E reports, baseline and evaluation reports, for internal and external stakeholders, and contribute to progress and donor report drafting by providing analytical insights and evidence-based findings.
- Disseminate M&E findings through presentations, workshops, and other communication channels.
- Provide recommendations for project improvement based on M&E findings, identify emerging trends, patterns, or risks from data to inform the project management.
- Develop concise briefs, dashboards, and visual summaries for external audiences.
4. Capacity Building and Technical Support
- Provide technical support and training to project staff and partners on M&E principles, methods, and tools and collaborate with partners to develop joint training materials and guidance for standardized data collection.
- Build the capacity of local stakeholders to conduct M&E activities independently.
- Promote a culture of learning and continuous improvement within the project team, document lessons learned and best practices for knowledge management purposes.
5. Coordination and Collaboration
- Coordinate with the project management, technical specialists, and other stakeholders to ensure M&E activities are integrated into project planning and implementation.
- Collaborate with external evaluators and researchers to conduct independent evaluations of the project.
- Represent the project in M&E-related forums and meetings.
- Contribute to internal project meetings by providing evidence-based recommendations.
