Greece: Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting Officer

General

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world's largest humanitarian organization with 192 member National Societies. Our work is guided by seven fundamental principles -humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality- and by Strategy 2020, which voices our collective vision and determination to move forward in tackling the major challenges that confront humanity in the present decade. We act before, during and after disasters and health emergencies to meet the needs and improve the lives of vulnerable people.

Context

Since May 2015 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies along with the Hellenic Red Cross have worked with local communities on the frontline of the migration response to provide relief and assistance to people seeking safety in Europe. Assistance included primary health care, hygiene promotion, food and relief distribution, first aid, psychosocial support, Restoring Family Links and cash assistance. Since the beginning of 2018 the operation focuses on social inclusion through cash distribution, basic health care, accompanied referrals, case management and integration activities.

Job Purpose

Reporting to the IFRC Program Coordinator, the position holder will focus on providing professional support and assistance to the completion and delivery of reports; establishing and maintaining effective monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems, especially for all migration related projects, and supporting the IFRC planning and evaluation of programs.

The position is located in the IFRC Country Office in Athens, Greece to support the coordination of all PMER aspects of IFRC programs. Travelling to Thessaloniki will be necessary.

In cooperation with the IFRC Regional PMER Unit in Budapest, the PMER officer will also act as a technical resource to the IFRC Country Office, with the aim of strengthening the Hellenic Red Cross’s PMER systems and practices and provide training and on spot coaching as required.

Job duties and responsibilities

Planning

· Participate and give guidance to emergency, operational and program planning processes for quality and accountability

· Serve as monitoring and evaluation support for the IFRC programs, working with and coordinating other relevant interests of the IFRC country as well as regional offices, and other relevant actors

· Support UNHCR PPA revisions and amendments, as relevant

· Support the development, design and writing of proposals and concept notes, as relevant

Monitoring & Evaluation

· Assess and help strengthen current monitoring and evaluation systems and approaches adopted by the IFRC

· Support the operations in setting up and maintenance of monitoring structures needed to ensure that all programs are identified, planned and carried out in a coordinated, collaborative and integrated manner

· Work closely with program teams to process, analyse and use information collected to improve management, make necessary adjustments and assess trends

· Build strong relationships with colleagues and provide support as required to ensure PMER system is understood and supported at field and country office level

· Provide technical and methodological support to programs for the implementation of monitoring and evaluation activities and data management

· Ensure data collection is of quality

· Develop and maintain indicator tracking tools and generate monthly indicator reports

· Conduct field monitoring visits as necessary

· Provide technical support and coordination for the evaluations required by IFRC in Greece, as relevant

Reporting

· Act as the reporting focal point for the IFRC plans and operations, with a focus on the UNHCR-funded Cash Transfer Program

· Produce accurate, quality and timely standard and non-standard pledge-based narrative donor reports, monthly reports to UNHCR, as well as internal reports related to the Operational Plan

· Keep up to date with donors’ and IFRC reporting requirements, guidelines and resources, and ensure they are being followed by all Partners

· Ensure close coordination with the finance team on financial reports

· Coordinate all monitoring and reporting activities closely with the Regional PMER, and Partnerships unit

Information Management

· Support the IFRC in its different Information Management (IM) needs, depending on capacity and need

· Support the HRC in developing its IM capacity, depending on capacity and need

Capacity Building

· Support the HRC in developing its PMER Capacity (including PMER assessment needs) through on-spot coaching’s and trainings to counterparts and technical key staff

Duties Applicable to All Staff

· Actively work towards the achievement of the needed goals of the organization

· Abide by and work in accordance with the Red Cross/Red Crescent principles

· Perform any other work-related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by the line manager

Ideal Profile

Education and Experience

· University degree in relevant field such as Community Work, Social Services, Communication, Journalism, Social Sciences or related field

· Strong background in Project Cycle Management, Monitoring, Information Management and Reporting

· Experience in writing, editing and analyzing complex reports

· Experience with Cash Based, Protection and/or Integration programmes will be an asset

· Previous experience within the Red Cross Movement or other humanitarian / international organization or within the refugee/migrant context

· Facilitation and training experience, as well as skills in training and developing staff will be an asset

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

· Excellent written communication skills including report writing and editing skills

· Good organizational skills and ability to deliver under pressure and tight deadlines

· Advanced computer skills (Windows, databases, word processing, PowerPoint, spreadsheets)

· Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative methods

· Ability to work independently and as part of the team

· Proactive and ability tackle challenges constructively finding creative ways forward

· Excellent interpersonal communications skills, including tact and assertiveness, with demonstrated ability to establish effective working relations

Languages

· Fluency in spoken and written English and Greek

· Good command of another IFRC official language (French, Spanish or Arabic) will be an asset

Competencies

· Respect for diversity, Accountability, Professionalism, Teamwork, Flexibility and adaptability, Problem Solving

Interested candidates should send a CV and a Motivation letter in English by the 10th of February, 2020 to the following e-mail address: hr.greece@ifrc.org, mentioning the Position Title in the subject of the e-mail.

Please note that this is a National Position.

Contract type: Fixed term contract until 30.06.2020 with possibility of extension.

Only shortlisted Candidates will be contacted. All CVs will be treated with strict confidentiality.