Field Monitor - Monitoring and Accountability (M&A) at FACT Foundation

Fact Foundation (FACT) is a Nigeria-based organisation that aims to support populations affected by ongoing and emerging global challenges through research, data, and technology solutions. RADAR is a FACT programme that promotes the use of “bottom-up” technology-based solutions in the delivery of public and humanitarian services.

The programme works in partnership with Government, I/NGOs, and Donor actors to design and deploy technology-based systems to respond to needs and support communities affected by emerging and ongoing global challenges. Using our expertise in data science, geographic information systems, and software development, we work with our partners to ensure that technology solutions are “fit to purpose” and “fit to use” which then ensures efficient and accurate decision-making, identification of beneficiaries, assignment of goods and services, as well as tracking and monitoring of impact.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Field Monitor - Monitoring and Accountability (M&A)

Locations: Sokoto & Yobe

Responsibilities
The Field Monitor’s responsibilities include the following and not limited to:
Monitoring and Data Collection at the Field Level:

• Conduct frequent field visits to project sites to observe distribution process activities, interview stakeholders, and gather information.
• Review project reports, financial records, and other relevant documentation on-site.
• Conduct structured/unstructured interviews with beneficiaries, cooperating partners (CPs), and government/community stakeholders to gather feedback and assess impact.
• Ensure regular situation updates on data collection are properly communicated. Provide support and follow-up on identified challenges during the data collection process.
• Administer monitoring tools during distribution activities for both quantitative and qualitative monitoring.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Organize and compile data collected from field visits, interviews, and documents.
• Verify the accuracy and reliability of the collected data through cross-checking, triangulation, and validation processes.
• Analyze data to identify trends, challenges, and successes related to project implementation and outcomes.
• Write detailed reports that summarize findings, observations, issues, and recommendations.
• Present monitoring findings to relevant stakeholders, including cooperating partners (CP), government representatives, and beneficiaries at the field level.
• Conduct post-distribution debriefs and provide feedback to government and community stakeholders and cooperating partners on best practices, lessons learned, and improvement areas.
• Routine communication of all field monitoring activities, work order progress, and other key findings to management promptly and effectively.
• Foster strategic partnerships with key stakeholders in the field; establish and maintain a network of Local stakeholders (Bulamas, local government officials, and other local authorities) to ensure the smooth running of monitoring activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree/HND with a strong focus on both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years working in humanitarian responses.
• Substantial knowledge regarding conducting data collection in an NGO.
• Previous experience in Third Party Monitoring (TPM) is an asset.
• Strong skills with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Drive, and other cloud-based software tools 
• Strong technical writing skills
• Experience collecting information using hand-held GPS devices
• Experience using ODK for quantitative data collection
• Experience conducting focus group discussions, or the ability to learn rapidly
• Positive attitude and a willingness to learn
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Ability to operate in a cross-cultural environment requiring flexibility
• Fluency in written and spoken fluency in English is a must; additional fluency in Hausa is preferred
• Ability to work independently.
• Willing to work in security-prone areas
• Internal and External Relations

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.