PROGRAM ASSISTANT – MONITORING AND EVALUATION

 

Overview
Support in the monitoring and evaluation of programs and projects.

You have:

At least 4 years of related experience in monitoring and evaluation for food security.
Fluency in Spanish (oral and written).
Knowledge and experience in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Knowledge of SPSS, Tableau and Power BI will be positively valued.
Ability to conduct structured analyses of food security in communities.

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Details
Position:

Program Assistant – Monitoring and Evaluation

Unit:

Program – RAM (Research, Assessment and Monitoring)

Locality:

Quito, Ecuador

Contract type:

Service Contract

Level

L4

Locality

Quito, Ecuador

The vacant position is open to Ecuadorian citizens and foreigners with a work permit in Ecuador. Applications can be made until March 17, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. (Ecuador time).
All applications will be treated confidentially, and only those shortlisted after reviewing and evaluating resumes will be contacted.
The World Food Programme is committed to equal opportunities and achieving diversity in its workforce in terms of gender, ethnicity, and culture. We value inclusion and encourage women, people belonging to minority groups, and people with disabilities to join our organization.

To improve the accessibility and inclusion of the World Food Programme’s recruitment processes, we encourage individuals who require disability-related accommodations or other accessibility assistance to contact us. Please email your requests to [email protected] . Upon receiving your email, the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) team will contact you to confidentially discuss your needs and provide support. WFP is committed to providing a recruitment experience that respects and responds to the unique needs of each candidate.

BACKGROUND
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the leading humanitarian organization that saves and changes lives by providing food assistance in emergencies and working with communities to improve nutrition and build resilience.

WFP’s Country Strategic Plan (CSP) 2023-2027 for Ecuador focuses on ensuring access to food before, during, and immediately after emergencies, disasters, and protracted crises; ending malnutrition, especially chronic child malnutrition; achieving food security and advancing toward the consolidation of sustainable, equitable, and inclusive food systems that also enhance resilience to the effects of climate change; and providing services that support the operations of government institutions and humanitarian partners. Specifically, the CSP’s four Strategic Objectives (SOs) are:

SO1.- Considering human mobility in all its forms, people experiencing vulnerability and food insecurity in Ecuador can meet their essential needs and build and strengthen their livelihoods before, during, and immediately after emergencies, disasters, and protracted crises.
SO2.- Vulnerable people, particularly those of school-age children and adolescents, are able to meet their food, nutritional, and basic needs throughout their life cycle, improving human capital in Ecuador.
SO3.- Vulnerable communities, family farmers, and key stakeholders in food value chains in Ecuador benefit from more sustainable, inclusive, and healthy food systems and strengthened resilience to climate change and other year-round shocks and stressors.
SO4.- Government institutions and multilateral partners in Ecuador have services for the effective, transparent, and efficient execution of their operations throughout the year.
WFP’s ability to achieve its Strategic Objectives depends on its activities addressing the different needs and priorities of the women, men, girls, and boys they serve. A world without hunger can only be achieved if everyone has equal opportunities, equal access to resources, and the same ability to have their voice heard in decisions that impact their households, communities, and societies.

Furthermore, WFP, as a United Nations (UN) agency, is committed to promoting and encouraging respect for human rights, a core objective of the UN. WFP ensures humanitarian protection, guaranteeing the safety, dignity, and rights of the beneficiaries of its programs. In addition to food and nutritional requirements, there is a range of other needs and rights, including physical, social, emotional, cultural, and spiritual aspects, which WFP must take into account. By considering these variables, WFP ensures that everyone benefits equally from its assistance and that discrimination is not perpetuated or exacerbated.

CONTEXT AND ROLE IN THE ORGANIZATION

In accordance with its strategic plan, WFP implements programs and projects that benefit the country’s most vulnerable populations by providing cash-based transfers (CBTs ) to people on the move and vulnerable host populations. In coordination with the Ministry of Education, it executes the Decentralized School Meals Program. On the northern border, the Climate Change and Food Security project is being implemented, benefiting the Afro-Colombian and Awá populations.

An important pillar is the targeting, monitoring, and evaluation of the population’s essential needs and vulnerability, particularly food security, through established methodologies that optimize program targeting and resource use. The CARI methodology considers a combination of indicators—PCA (Food Consumption Score), ENA (Essential Needs Approach), ECMEN (Economic Capacity), SCI (Food Access Strategies), among others—that allows for a holistic assessment approach to provide an effective response in terms of food security.

In this context, the Country Office requires a Program Assistant – Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) to provide technical assistance in the follow-up, monitoring and evaluation of the programs and projects being implemented.

The person occupying this position will report to the Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Associate, under the general supervision of the Deputy Country Director.

You are expected to perform your duties with minimal supervision and perform well-organized and accurate work, conducting analysis and writing reports to maintain consistent reporting and smooth execution of programs and projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Support monitoring of the implementation of the activities established in each of the country office’s strategic objectives, using a quantitative approach, for which purpose it will coordinate information gathering with field teams and/or local partners.
Support the design, adjustment, and implementation of the monitoring strategy based on transfer mechanisms, as well as monitoring the proper receipt and efficient distribution of vouchers or cash transfers and/or any other transfer mechanism for exchange for food at designated sites and recording them in the appropriate systems.
Collect and systematize information to meet the requirements of the indicators established in the logical framework of the Country Strategic Plan (CSP).
Develop, validate, implement, and adjust data collection tools using appropriate technologies and provide real-time statistical information based on different requirements (local market analysis/inflation/prices, among others).
Support the implementation and monitoring of the Beneficiary Feedback Mechanism.
Prepare specific reports on monitoring plans for activities in progress, among others, with a view to supporting program review work and informed decision-making.
Maintain contact with cooperating partners and internal stakeholders to gather feedback and observations to support program monitoring and service improvement efforts.
Recommend improvements to field monitoring processes and procedures for efficient implementation of assistance programs.
Provide standard training to cooperating partners on WFP’s operational practices/systems/tools and monitoring methods to assist them in their independent self-monitoring efforts and contribute to WFP’s visibility in the areas of coverage.
Train Country Office staff and partners on topics related to the management of (internal) IT systems and monitoring tools.
Support the unit’s activities and perform any other functions requested within its scope of responsibility.
REQUIRED PROFILE

Education
Preference will be given to applicants with completed university studies in economics and statistics or other fields relevant to humanitarian or development assistance.
Applicants with advanced academic qualifications (master’s degree, specialization, or other related fields) will be highly valued.
Experience
At least four years of experience related to monitoring, evaluation, and application of statistical instruments and methods for the analysis of food security and food assistance projects.
Experience coordinating activities with various stakeholders, whether ministries or international or national organizations.
Technical and practical experience in food safety data collection .
Languages
Fluency in Spanish (oral and written)
Those who demonstrate at least an intermediate level of English (oral and written) will be positively valued.
Required skills and knowledge
Proficient handling of Microsoft Office software packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook, etc.).
Knowledge and experience in SPSS, Tableau, and Power BI will be valued.
Ability to conduct structured analyses, identify macro and micro factors affecting community food security, and provide findings and recommendations for programmatic responses.
Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation methods, as well as management and analysis of indicators, will be highly valued.
Attention to detail and analytical skills to effectively verify discrepancies in information.
Knowledge and direction of all aspects of surveys, including design, implementation, analysis, findings, and reporting, to ensure that evaluation results are easily translated into programmatic response operations.
Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation methods, as well as management and analysis of indicators.
Excellent written communication and presentation skills; ability to translate technical data into communication for internal and external audiences.
Interpersonal communication and the ability to interact effectively with different stakeholders (peers, supervisors, authorities, partners, counterparts, clients, etc.) to generate joint actions.
Ability to follow instructions and regulations, interpret them and transmit them to peers, collaborators and superiors;
Ability to work to deadlines and with minimal supervision.
WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

It establishes common standards of behavior that guide how we should work together to fulfill our mission and contribute to an optimal culture , incorporating WFP values .

Lead by example and with integrity: Incorporate WFP values ​​into your daily life and demonstrate humanity and integrity by exemplifying caring for others.

Respects and demonstrates WFP values, principles and standards.

Respect others, value diversity, and use respectful and inclusive language.

Stays focused and calm under pressure.

Show humility and a willingness to learn and share knowledge, ask for feedback often and act on it, and take advantage of development opportunities.

Generates results and meets commitments : Meets commitments and easily adapts to changes
Generate high-impact results: Take responsibility for achieving results.

Ask for guidance and help when needed.

Quickly adapts to changes and adjusts work according to needs.

Promote inclusive and collaborative teamwork : Practice inclusion and collaboration , and contribute to a culture of learning and personal growth.
Promotes teamwork, sharing ideas and raising issues openly.

Provides timely and constructive feedback to others.

Listen carefully to others and share new perspectives.

Applies strategic thinking : Demonstrates commitment to gathering feedback, analyzing options and risks, and proposing new working methods.
Embrace the WFP vision and the impact it has on your own role.

Show curiosity and adopt new working methods when appropriate.

Collect data and share knowledge to guide team activities.

Ask questions to understand the impact of decisions on your goals.

Establishes and maintains sustainable partnerships : Establishes and nurtures external partnerships, and collaborates with partners to achieve common goals.
Conducts himself professionally with external partners.

Collaborate with others and work with partners to achieve common goals.
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