The Organization
Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And its girls who are most affected. Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.
Role Purpose
The MERL unit is one of the units within the technical unit under the leadership of the Technical team lead. The main role of the unit is to ensure quality MERL in all Plan Jordan’s programming and to ensure that results from programme work are captured, presented and analyzed in line with Programme and Influence Quality Policy (P&IQ), as well as M&E standards to inform programme design and management. The department collaborates with Programme Units, Technical Units, and other units in the Programme Department to ensure that the conditions for effective monitoring and evaluation are met at all stages of the project and programme cycles. The unit also ensures that the necessary tools, mechanisms, capacities and conditions are in place to deliver quality MERL across the organization.
This position will support the MERL team, in collecting data, and direct beneficiaries. Also, he/ she will be responsible for the collection & analysis of different data in relation to the project activities.
The MERL volunteer might be assigned to support one or more projects on the following:
- Data Collection and Analysis: The MERL Volunteer will be responsible for collecting both quantitative and qualitative data related to projects and programs. This includes monitoring project activities and tracking progress against work plans using appropriate monitoring measures. They will also be responsible for supporting project data entry and analysis.
- M&E System Development: The MERL Volunteer will work with the MERL team to develop M&E tools, and procedures for projects and programs.
- Capacity Building: The MERL Volunteer will support the delivery of capacity building, guidance, and follow-up for partners, including Community Based Organizations (CBOs), in addition to the development and implementation of participatory monitoring and evaluation tools and procedures that provide quality evidence- based information for tracking the projects’ performance and results.
- Design and implement data collection tools and surveys using KOBO and other relevant platforms.
- Support the MERL team in the development of M&E tools and procedures and in the implementation of quality M&E for projects and programmes.
- Support the design of project databases and frameworks using KOBO, ODK…etc.
- Support the development and progress of MERL automations which includes but not limited to tools, MERL plans, and MERL systems (databases).
- Collect quantitative and qualitative data and monitor the progress of the project activities and quality of implementation against project work plans using appropriate monitoring measures.
- Support project data entry of collected tools and data.
- Support in organizing and conducting training on M&E for project and relevant staff.
- Conduct monitoring visits to offices, premises and project implementation sites of implementing partners (both governmental and non-governmental organizations) in order to inspect, observe and verify ongoing project activities.
- Perform other duties as required and assigned by supervisors.
Dealing with Problems:
- Apply knowledge of Plan Programs and approach to identify improvements.
- Collect, consolidate and enter program data.
- Identify risks or issues that may affect program implementation.
Child protection, gender equality and inclusion
- Ensures that Plan International’s global policies for Safeguarding Children and Young People and Gender Equality and Inclusion are fully embedded in accordance with the principles and requirements of the policy including relevant Implementation Standards and Guidelines as applicable to their area of responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring staff and associates are aware of and understand their responsibilities under these policies and Plan
- A University degree in relevant fields and subjects.
- An enthusiastic fresh graduate with an evidence of volunteering and/ or 1 year of relevant experience in Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, Learning and Accountability experience.
- Very good written and spoken English and Arabic language skills required.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills and team work abilities.
- Understanding of and commitment to the promotion of gender equality, child protection and inclusion of the most vulnerable.
- Knowledge and understanding of the local context and of interaction with local development actors and communities.
We are open and accountable
- Promotes a culture of openness and transparency, including with sponsors and donors.
- Holds self and others accountable to achieve the highest standards of integrity.
- Consistent and fair in the treatment of people.
- Open about mistakes and keen to learn from them.
- Accountable for ensuring we are a safe organisation for all children, girls & young people
We strive for lasting impact
- Articulates a clear purpose for staff and sets high expectations.
- Creates a climate of continuous improvement, open to challenge and new ideas.
- Focuses resources to drive change and maximise long-term impact, responsive to changed priorities or crises.
- Evidence-based and evaluates effectiveness.
We work well together
- Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to compromise when appropriate.
- Builds constructive relationships across Plan International to support our shared goals.
- Develops trusting and ‘win-win’ relationships with funders, partners and communities.
- Engages and works well with others outside the organization to build a better world for girls and all children.
We are inclusive and empowering
- We empower our staff to give their best and develop their potential
- We respect all people, appreciate differences and challenge equality in our programs and our workplace
- We support children, girls and young people to increase their confidence and to change their own lives.
Mid contact: Occasional interaction with children
Type of Role: volunteering
Location: Amman, Plan International Office
Closing Date: 25 April 2024
How to apply
Interested candidates should submit their CV to indicate their interest in the role, no later than 25 April 2024. CVs should be sent to the following email: jordan.recruitment@plan-international.org as follow:
- Put the title “MERL Volunteer” in the subject bar, failing to fill the title in the subject bar will disqualify the applicant automatically.
Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. Plan International operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity, welcoming applications from all areas of the international community.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.
Please note that only applications and CVs written in English will be accepted.
A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International’s Child Safeguarding Policy.