Monitoring & Evaluation Intern

Position Summary

Under the overall supervision and guidance of the MEAL Manager, the intern will provide support to the MEAL team in various projects by assisting in research, design, monitoring and evaluation, and organizational learning efforts of Search projects conducted in Lebanon meets the quality requirements, delivers on time and that organizational learning is captured.

The intern must be available to work 25-30 hours per week, and must commit to 6 months.

Reports to: MEAL Coordinator

Working relationships: Works closely with MEAL Manager and MEAL Coordinator  and colleagues from other projects and departments

Roles and Responsibilities

• Participate in the development of the system for data collection,  data entry and reporting formats and suggest ways to facilitate data collection and flow of data within the team.
• Undertake data collection and field monitoring as required to conduct household interviews, phone interviews, pre/post testing, satisfaction surveys, focus group discussions, and community visits
• Contribute to the design, development and management of databases, spreadsheets and other data tools; understand, document, and ensure the quality of high-value data for accuracy, consistency and comparability; consolidate operational information as needed to support analysis.
• Support in the facilitation of Reflection Sessions and assist project managers in identifying and synthesizing good practices and lessons learned
• Ensure that data collected through project activities is properly entered and shared with MEAL Manager for storage in a central database/folder per project.
• Maintain and regularly update MEAL  folder in Google Drive
• Effectively communicate with the MEAL Manager and MEAL Coordinator for any issues related to the project

Required Profile:

Minimum Qualifications:

• BA (completed or in progress) in Business Administration, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, International Relations, Conflict Resolution, Peacebuilding, or any relevant field of study or equivalent experience;
• Commitment to peacebuilding, human rights, gender equality and non-discrimination;

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in working with civil society organizations, charity and/or project management is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic is mandatory.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Self-starter, able to work independently, and willing to take on tasks small and large

Behavioral Competencies:

• Working with People: The ability to respect the views and contributions of other team members; shows empathy, listens, supports; consults others and shares information and expertise, builds team spirit and adapts to the team.
• Flexibility:  The ability to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities, to tolerate ambiguity, to adapt personal style to different people and situations.
• Drive for Results and Efficiency: The ability to set quality standards, monitor and maintain quality of work, and set goals to achieve continuous improvement.
• Relationship Management: The ability to manage interactions, to provide service and to support the organization while building an effective internal and external network.
• Leadership and Navigation: The ability to manage and contribute to initiatives and processes within the organization while making progress toward change and continuous improvement.
• Communication: The ability to effectively exchange information with others, to effectively deliver critical information, to gather information and communicate with others.
• Global and Cultural Effectiveness: The ability to value and consider the perspectives and backgrounds of all parties and be able to work cross-culturally.
• Ethical Practice: The ability to integrate Search vision, mission and core values, integrity and accountability throughout all organizational and business practices.
• Business Acumen: The ability to understand and apply information to contribute to the organization's strategic plan.

Commitment to Search Values:

Shared Humanity - Empathy - Impartiality -  Inclusivity -  Courage -  Hope - Humility - Audacity