MEAL Assistant

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Job Overview/Summary: The MEAL Assistant, under the direct supervision of the Senior MERL Manager, will support the implementation of routine activity tracking, monitoring and evaluation activities for the Health and WASH / Protection and CVA programs in Mandalay, Sagaing and Southern Shan in earthquake-affected locations. The MEAL Assistant will play a key role in ensuring that data collection, entry and data analysis for the project (including project activities of partners) is undertaken in a timely and efficient way, and one that allows for data to be used for program improvement and learning Main Responsibilities: Data management and reporting Collaborate with the program team for the assigned sector to ensure activity data is collected in a timely and accurate manner. Maintain a systematic filing system for all hard/ scanned copies related to the designated sector, as per IRC data protection policies Assist in maintaining IRC's data management system for the assigned sector, including contributing to a program-wide electronic database Assist the Senior MERL Manager and the program team with timely and accurate reporting Assist the Senior MERL Manager to prepare presentations during program review meetings Data collection, evaluations, assessments Assist the SENIOR MERL Manager to map out data collection requirements and methods for log frame indicators and other information needs Assist with data collection for outcome surveys and assessments, as well as for data translations as needed. Monitoring visits and data quality assurance Assist the Senior MERL Manager to conduct regular field visits to undertake activity monitoring (spot checks) and ensure that data flow processes followed by IRC program staff meet required standards Assist the Senior MERL Manager to conduct monitoring visits and provide technical assistance to partner organizations as needed Assist the Senior MERL Manager to conduct quarterly data quality assurance reviews with IRC and partners. General and others Support training of IRC and partner staff on data management, including data collection methods, use of software (KOBO, CommCare), recording, analysis, reporting, and data protection and ethics Any other related tasks assigned by supervisor Key Working Relationships: Position Reports to: Senior MERL Manager Position directly supervises: NA Job Requirements: Education: Bachelor's degree in social science or other related subjects. Work Experience: At least 2 years' experience in project database management. Demonstrated Skills and Competencies: Excellent on Computer Proficiency especially Microsoft Package. Professional working experiences with INGO/ Local NGOs – preferable. Having experience in survey and assessment data collection Good interpersonal organizational skills. Ability to work well in a team and ability to meet deadlines under pressure. Willingness to travel and work within project area. Experience in data management and reporting. PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients. Cookies: https://careers.rescue.org/us/en/cookiesettings The International Rescue Committee (IRC) helps people whose lives have been shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover and rebuild. We are trusted for our ability to reach people in the toughest places, put our clients at the center of everything we do, and - as an evidence-based organization - to relentlessly improve the impact we deliver for those we serve. If you're ready to be part of a team that brings ingenuity, fortitude and optimism to making a lasting impact, we want to hear from you. 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