Monitoring and Evaluation Officer- Beirut

Key Responsibilities:

M&E Planning and Framework Development

· Develop comprehensive M&E plans, indicator matrices, and clear data collection methodologies in collaboration with the management team.

· Design and conduct Needs Assessments whenever necessary to identify priorities and inform project design.

· Design and implement monitoring frameworks for organizational partnerships, projects, and proposals.

· Ensure projects meet specific monitoring and reporting standards set by donors and partners.

Data Collection, Analysis and Reporting

· Lead data collection to track project performance and progress.

· Conduct regular field visits to monitor project activities and ensure adherence to work plans.

· Develop and manage indicator tracking tools, creating additional tools as needed to monitor project impact and effectiveness.

· Use statistical software (e.g., Excel, SPSS, or Power BI) to analyze data and identify trends.

· Analyze collected data to prepare comprehensive monthly, interim and final reports for internal and external stakeholders, including donors.

· Maintain an organized and updated database of project performance indicators and results.

· Develop clear and compelling infographics to present project data and results.

· Create visual reports and dashboards for effective communication with stakeholders.

System Development and Implementation

· Collaborate with donors and project teams to develop M&E systems, including baseline assessments, reporting mechanisms, and evaluation surveys.

· Establish mechanisms for accountability and feedback from beneficiaries to inform project adjustments and improvements.

Capacity Building

· Conduct training sessions and workshops for the field staff on M&E best practices to enhance their skills and knowledge.

Project Management Support

· Assist in creating annual work plans, setting project targets, and incorporating M&E activities.

· Work closely with the Project Manager to develop project concept notes and proposals.

· Facilitate lessons-learned workshops and feedback sessions to inform program improvement.

Additional Duties

· Liaise with donors, partners, and other stakeholders to meet reporting and accountability requirements.

· Perform other M&E-related duties as required to support the organization’s goals.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor's degree in any related field. Masters' Degree preferred.

· Minimum of 3 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation in NGOs.

· Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

· Strong understanding of monitoring and evaluation frameworks, writing proposals, reporting processes, and log frames.

· Proven experience in drafting donor reports and proposals.

· Strong Analytical skills and experience in quantitative and qualitative research and data collection.

· Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

· Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing priorities and tasks.

· Experience working in the education sector and with marginalized communities.

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with diverse stakeholders.

· Commitment to the mission and values of SSSE.

· Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Arabic languages.

· Proficiency in core Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint