Project Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist

 

Overview
Contribute to effective project execution through programming, technical, and administrative activities.

You have:

University Degree in Economics, Finance or related fields
Diploma and/or certifications in Project Management
Knowledge and experience in the execution and administration of humanitarian action projects.
Solid experience in establishing accountability, feedback, and grievance mechanisms.
Handling Word, Excel packages, Windows environment.
Intermediate English level.
Similar experience of three (3) to five (5) years in: institutions or similar positions, systems management and project management and work experience in NGOs, preferably in an emergency response context.
Experience working independently and as a team member, demonstrating leadership and being able to guide local staff and work with disaster-affected communities in a sensitive and participatory manner.
Strategic Thinking
Analysis of information and attention to detail.
Results-based management.
Monitoring, Follow-up and Control.
Information quality management.
Ability to write social project reports.

Details
Project : UNDP.

Location: Quito, Ecuador

Plan International is an independent, non-profit development and humanitarian organization that promotes children’s rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child, but we know they are often limited by poverty, violence, exclusion, and discrimination. And girls are the most affected.

In collaboration with children, youth, supporters, and partners, we strive for a just world by addressing the root causes of the problems faced by the most vulnerable children. We support children from birth to adulthood and empower them to prepare for and respond to crises and adversity. We drive change in practices and policies at the local, national, and global levels through our reach, experience, and expertise.

For over 85 years, we’ve brought together other determined optimists to transform the lives of all girls and boys in more than 80 countries. We won’t stop until equality is achieved.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Contribute to the effective execution of the project within the framework of the Plan International and UNDP agreement, through the implementation of programmatic, technical, and administrative activities, in accordance with the logical framework and approved operating budgets.

The person in this position will be responsible for implementing the project’s Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) framework in coordination with institutional and project guidelines, ensuring its integration into all phases of the intervention. They will be responsible for leading the implementation of MERL activities, providing technical support to the national team, and ensuring project quality, continuous learning, and accountability.

FUNDAMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Required knowledge and experience:

University Degree in Economics, Finance or related fields

Diploma and/or certifications in Project Management

Knowledge and experience in the execution and administration of humanitarian action projects.

Solid experience in establishing accountability, feedback, and grievance mechanisms.

Handling Word, Excel packages, Windows environment.

Intermediate English level.

Similar experience of three (3) to five (5) years in: institutions or similar positions, systems management and project management and work experience in NGOs, preferably in an emergency response context.

Experience working independently and as a team member, demonstrating leadership and being able to guide local staff and work with disaster-affected communities in a sensitive and participatory manner.

Area competencies

Strategic Thinking

Analysis of information and attention to detail.

Results-based management.

Monitoring, Follow-up and Control.

Information quality management.

Ability to write social project reports.

Location: Quito, Cotopaxi or Santa Elena, Ecuador

Reports to: Project Coordination

Level There are: 13

Application deadline: May 4, 2025

Click on the following link to see the complete job description: JD MERL Specialist.pdf

Equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of everything Plan International stands for. We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to all regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Plan International is built on a culture of inclusion, and we strive to create a work environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.

We foster an organizational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights, and inclusion.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organization, do everything possible to keep children safe. This means we have particular responsibilities toward the children we come into contact with and must not contribute in any way to harm or put children at risk.

A series of pre-employment checks will be carried out in accordance with Plan International’s Safeguarding Policy, Say Yes to Keeping Children and Programme Participants Safe and Secure! Plan International also participates in the Inter-Agency Disclosure of Misconduct Scheme. Under this scheme, we will request information from applicants’ previous employers regarding any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.

By submitting an application, the job seeker confirms that he or she understands these recruitment procedures.

Organic Law on Data Privacy in Ecuador: By applying for this position, I authorize the use of my personal data in the respective selection process.

Please note that Plan International will never send unsolicited emails requesting payment from candidates.

opportunities and actively encourages diversity, welcoming applications from all areas of the international community.