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arche noVa - Initiative for People in Need is an independent, non-religious, non-profit and non-governmental organization (NGO) from Germany working in the fields of humanitarian aid, rehabilitation and development. The primary focus of activities lies in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), Disaster Risk Reduction and Livelihoods as well as informal Education in the Middle East region.

Since 2016 arche noVa (A.N) has been active in Lebanon, implementing projects focusing on access to safe water, sanitation as well as on informal education. We are currently expanding our activities in the livelihood sector in the Nord and Akkar region. For the implementation and coordination of this humanitarian aid project we are looking for an experienced professional:

MEAL Coordinator 

The responsibilities of the MEAL Coordinator include project and operational management, and communication. The MEAL Coordinator is based in Tripoli with frequent travel to the field: North and Akkar and when required to Bekaa. The position reports to the Head of Mission and Programme Coordinator, oversees the MEAL activities of arche noVa and oversees MEAL team of the partner organizations.

The MEAL Coordinator is responsible for development of the MEAL plan and MEAL tools and implementation of all MEAL activities within arche noVa projects.

Position to be filled: As soon as possible.
Duration: Contract till 30.08.2023 with 3 months probationary period, extension is desired.

Your responsibilities

Develop MEAL tools according to the arche noVa MEAL guidelines and the donor requirements, in coordination with HoM and regional MEAL Advisor.

Develop and follow up on MEAL plan for all project components.

Support the partner organizations in organizing and conducting base line studies on all project components mid and endline surveys, together with the project managers and programme coordinator, as well as organize and conduct base line study for arche noVa

Oversee the needs’ assessment exercises, HH baseline surveys, etc.

Supervise the data collection in the field, ensuring the coordination among relevant staff, the quality of the data collection and its compliance with MEAL guidelines and donor requirements.

Train field, project and partner staff on data collection through the defined MEAL tools.

Undertake field visits, to the partner’s intervention areas, spot-checks & MEAL activities, to ensure that the activities are closely and well monitored.

Provide training, coaching and technical assistance, and support, as well as to ensure that accountability tools are understood and being implemented effectively by implementing partners.

Perform data quality checking and data analysis on regular basis.

When requested attend sector/cluster and inter-agency meetings on behalf of arche noVa.

Provide relevant timely updates (reports) according to the donors’ rules on the projects Logical Framework and its indicators (including Activity Info).

Closely collaborate with the AN programme coordinator/HoM and project managers and provide information where needed and relevant material for the visibility of the project and the organization.

Finalize monthly reports and analysis reports (including need assessment), according to the reporting deadlines and the projects.

Support audits, internal, and external evaluations

Leading partners implementation teams during project implementation

Participate in regional (MENA region) AN MEAL meetings and work on regional MEAL documents

Participate in organizational development as well as contributing to the arche noVas country and regional strategy.

Your competencies

Bachelor degree in International Development, MIS, Social and Behavioral Sciences, Statistics, Public Administration or any other related field

At least 2 to 3 years of demonstrated experience in M&E/MEAL

Very good and proven knowledge of monitoring and evaluation methodologies and tools.

1-2 years experience in social and community engagement activities, at the levels of project implementation and/or M&E

Experience with regards to implementation of beneficiary complaint and feedback mechanisms

Experience in Humanitarian projects, preferably in WASH and FSL

Sound knowledge of the humanitarian principles and local and international humanitarian standards

Strong analytical, verbal and writing skills

Strong communication skills, including ability to communicate technical content to varied audiences, including people with limited literacy

Skills in conflict resolution, facilitation and negotiation

Sound knowledge in SPSS and/or Access (Data management, analysis, and M&E reports development).

Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Power Point.

Well organised and attentive to details. Ability to treat individuals with fairness and respect, demonstrating sensitivity for ethnic, cultural and gender differences

Willingness to undertake frequent travel to field locations across Lebanon, with a valid driving license

Language: Fluency in Arabic and English. (written & oral)

Flexibility, ability to work under stress and capacity to meet tight deadlines

Other

Ensure all activities are gender sensitive and follow arche nova Equity Policy;

Apply Do No Harm standards to ensure activities do not have detrimental effects on vulnerable communities;

Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to arche nova and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission in Lebanon;

Other duties as assigned

Nice to have:

Knowledge on cross-cutting issues (such as gender, inclusion and climate change) and related best practices

Knowledge about funding and operation mechanisms especially on country level (like EU, UN OCHA, UNICEF, KFW, etc)

We offer

Competitive salary according to local salary scale,

Opportunity to implement your own ideas and to bring in experiences,

Working with a highly motivated team dedicated to improving the lives of people in need,

Possibilities for further personal and professional development.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: MEAL team partners

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Programme Coordinator and liaison with the Regional Advisor Middle East for Data Collection, Reporting and Proposal Development

WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: arche nova and partner organizations and MEAL team and arche nova support Departments (HR, Finance, Operations).

Location

Tripoli, Lebanon

Application deadline

Monday August 15, 2022, until 12:00 AM (midnight) Beirut Time.

As arche noVa would like to fill the position a.s.a.p, arche noVa reserves the right to start the interview process before the closing date and in case a suitable candidate is found vacancy can be closed earlier as indicated

arche noVa is committed to creating an inclusive working environment, promoting and providing equal opportunities in employment. We strongly encourage female candidates to apply for this position.

Any employment with AN will be subject to the following checks prior to your start date:

Receipt of satisfactory references

Proof of eligibility to work in the national location for this position