Design, Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Intern at Search for Common Ground (SFCG)

Search for Common Ground (SFCG) is an international non-profit organization that promotes the peaceful resolution of conflict. With headquarters in Washington, DC and Brussels, Belgium, Search’s mission is to transform how individuals, organizations, and governments deal with conflict - away from destructive approaches towards cooperative solutions. With more than 600 staff worldwide, Search implements projects in more than 30 countries across the globe.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Design, Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Intern

Location: Jalingo, Taraba
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

• The Design, Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (DMEL) intern will provide support and advice on the design, development, and implementation of a monitoring and evaluation system within the project and the organization.
• The DMEL intern will provide oversight on program-level monitoring, evaluation, and learning especially on the Early Warning Early Response (EWER) component of the project.
• S/he will work with the DMEL Coordinator and the EWER team to gather, analyze, and process complex information related to all aspects of program activity implementation.
• The incumbent carries out his/her work according to an established standard operating procedure for collecting, collating, and entering data, monitoring project progress, measuring program inputs/outputs, and evaluating progress and changes as the project is being implemented 
• S/he will work under the direct supervision of the Design, Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (DMEL) Coordinator and will work closely with the EWER/programs, and other project team members. 

Roles and Responsibilities
Result and Routine Monitoring:

• Track and update project output per implementation.
• Conduct site visits during the project implementation phase in assigned areas.
• Support in data collection during research/ surveys in the project implementation sites.
• Undertake comprehensive analysis of projects based on the history of site visits; present findings to DMEL Coordinator in a concise and professional manner.
• Support and Check in weekly with the Trackers and Databases to ensure compliance.
• In concert with the DMEL Coordinator, develop Monitoring and Evaluation plans for field-level projects.
• Conduct DQA and Produce a “routine monitoring report” (RMR) according to an approved template for each site visit prior to the indicator verification visit.
• Share observations from monitoring visits with the DMEL Coordinator and program team when findings demonstrate questionable actions.

Data Quality Assurance (DQA) and Learning:

• Identify lessons learned, constraints, and project impacts based on the determined theme and/or sector for inclusion in Quarterly Reports.
• Maintain and organize an electronic and paper record as Means of Verification (MoV), while providing minute-taking and summary record duties as required
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the programs and Media & Communications teams when developing impact assessments, success stories, newsletters, and weekly reporting.
• Work with DMEL Coordinator to support quarterly reflection and learning sessions with Search Staff in the State offices.
• Represent the program positively and professionally in both internal and external environments.
• Coordinate weekly with the DMEL Coordinator to determine priority tasks. Ensure the state team is aware of and up to date on all DMEL tasks and reports.
• Participate in professional training and development activities, as necessary.

Qualifications and Required Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, related disciplines; or a related area.
• Minimum of one year of work experience in design, monitoring, and evaluation methodologies.
• Knowledge of using qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis tools.
• Knowledge of participatory methods, mixed methods, outcome mapping, and/or impact evaluation techniques.

Other Relevant Requirements:

• A collaborative working style that enables coaching and training in M&E principles and best practices. 
• Demonstrated capacity to coordinate surveys, including experience developing concept notes and terms of reference.
• Knowledge of data analysis using MS Excel.
• Good analytical and report-writing skills.
• A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards and a diverse workplace; and
• Ability to prioritize, plan and organize workflow to tight timeframes, handle multiple tasks, and be flexible with changing priorities.

Application Closing Date
31st July 2023.