Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer at Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a non-governmental, humanitarian organization with 60 years of experience in helping to create a safer and more dignified life for refugees and internally displaced people. NRC advocates for the rights of displaced populations and offers assistance within the shelter, emergency food security, and water, sanitation and hygiene sectors.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer

Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Employment Type: Contract (12 Months)
Job Category: Monitoring and Evaluation

Job Description

• These strategic locations have allowed NRC greater reach from the north and south parts of the North-East and North Central region and allowed NRC to contribute to bridging the gap between humanitarian aid and development cooperation, including by focusing on equitable access to basic services and strengthening the rights of displaced people and returnees. In addition to the Country Office and the above-mentioned Area Offices, NRC has sub-office structures in Dikwa, Monguno, Biu, Mubi, Pulka and Gwoza.
• We are looking for people who are passionate about helping refugees and people forced to flee. If you are those people, the Norwegian Refugee Council in Nigeria is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer to join our team in Maiduguri, Borno State. You will be responsible to assist in the day-to-day implementation of the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning activities in Maiduguri Area office.

Responsibilities

• Supporting data collection and the implementation/use of quality checklists (WASH, Food Security and Livelihoods, Education, Shelter, Information Counselling and Legal Assistance, Camp management) at the activity level. 
• The position also serves as a supervisor for enumerators when needed. 
• The incumbent will provide support in analyzing raw data from assessments, quality checklists, reporting and providing direct support to the technical M&E officer. 
• The position will support the technical M&E officer and the Area Manager in improving programming and organizational learning for the Area Office North.
• Participate in documentation of the project for lessons learnt and provide inputs to the programme
• Organize monthly data reviews and compile relevant monthly reports as per project requirements
• Coordinate with Core competencies focal persons, targeting, registration and selection of beneficiaries
• Reporting line:  MEL Coordinator

Qulifications

• At least 2-3 years’ experience in an international NGO preferably in an emergency or post-conflict setting.
• BSc in Information Management, Statistics, and other social science
• Experience with and knowledge of principles and current approaches to monitoring and evaluation in relief and development programs, using both quantitative and qualitative methods.
• Computer skills, including MS Office (Word, Excel).
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• English language proficiency (speaking, reading, writing).
• Strong organizational and teamwork skills.
• Good cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Approachable, trustworthy, and confidential.
• Analytical and computer skills, including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access);
• Experience in using ArcGIS, Stata, Nvivo, CAPI systems (Kobo/ODK/CSpro), and data visualization softwares (eg. Power BI) is a plus;
• Knowledge of the NRC’s operations is a plus.

Application Closing Date
20th June, 2024.