Senior MEAL Specialist at World Vision

Yangon City, Yangon, Myanmar -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Monitoring, Evaluation, Data Analysis, Report Writing, Technical Support, Project Planning, Training, Communication, Collaboration, Data Management, Research, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Organizational Skills, Cross-Cultural Competence, Adaptability

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith. Come join our 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories! Employee Contract Type: Local - Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term) Job Description: MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES Technical Programme (TP) Design and Planning Provide technical and evidence-based input to pathways of change during Technical Approach (TA) development, in collaboration with TP Leads. Guide staff in the development of TP log frames, ensuring alignment of indicators with partnership standard indicators. Develop context-appropriate M&E plans with TP Leads, clearly defining mandatory and optional indicators. Critically review log frames, M&E plans, and Implementation Tracking Tools (ITT) to ensure logical coherence and quality, in coordination with TP Managers. Technical Programme Monitoring Support the establishment and implementation of TP monitoring systems in line with National Office (NO) M&E systems. Provide clear, user-friendly guidance to AP teams on data entry, storage, processing, and use within national M&E systems. Ensure consistent monitoring to maintain data quality at all programme levels. Adapt/develop monitoring tools and methodologies in collaboration with technical specialists to meet output and outcome monitoring requirements. Ensure contextualization of monitoring tools by APs and local partners. Support zonal and AP MEAL teams to analyze data, draw conclusions, and develop evidence-based recommendations. Communicate monitoring findings and accountability implications to TP Managers in a consistent and intentional manner. Supervision and Technical Support Supervise and provide technical oversight for monitoring activities in zonal and national-level technical programmes. Work closely with TP technical advisors and teams to analyze monitoring data and promote its use for improved implementation. Guide AP teams in developing action plans based on monitoring evidence and lessons learned. National Strategy and Child Well-Being (CWB) Reporting Provide accurate and timely data to inform national strategy reviews and development, including evidence-based recommendations for change. Analyze and validate CWB data to ensure accuracy and suitability for inclusion in national reports. Collaborate with technical teams to compile and draft high-quality NO CWB reports supported by credible evidence. Share findings and recommendations with key stakeholders to support strategic decision-making and progress tracking Baseline, Evaluation, and Research Contribute to the design and implementation of baseline and evaluation studies for Technical Programs (TPs) and Community Engagement and Sponsorship Programme (CESP), as required. Ensure effective communication and coordination among communities, staff, partners, and evaluation teams to enhance understanding and use of findings. Lead Annual Impact Measurement (AIM) processes, including development of manuals, ToRs, capacity building, data collection, analysis, and reporting. Lead or contribute to World Vision research studies to strengthen organizational learning, including research design, analysis, and dissemination of actionable findings. Grants and Special Projects Ensure alignment, feasibility, and quality of MEAL components in grant and special project proposals, logframes, and M&E plans. Provide technical support for monitoring, baseline, and evaluation activities for grants and special projects. Ensure monitoring and evaluation findings are used to adjust programme interventions and are documented in reports. KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT Manage and maintain national level CWB databases and technical programme datasets. Support technical teams to use CWB and monitoring data effectively for proposal development, national strategy formulation, and programme design. Ensure effective implementation of Horizon/iMPAQ as the national knowledge management system. Establish and maintain TP-specific databases, including updated demographic data to support decision-making. Disseminate monitoring analysis and learning products to relevant stakeholders. INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL LIAISON AND COORDINATION Coordinate with technical specialists to promote best practices in MEAL. Support zonal and AP MEAL staff to effectively plan and implement MEAL events. Facilitate communication of monitoring and evaluation results across technical, zonal, and AP teams. Foster a learning culture that promotes cross-learning, documentation, and knowledge sharing. KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE At least 5 years of progressive experience in programme/project monitoring and evaluation At least 5 years of general experience in programme/project planning and surveying Teaching and training experience Bachelor’s degree in any discipline Bachelor's degree in social science or computer studies (preferred) Competent in use of computer programs including Word, Excel & PowerPoint, GIS, SPSS, STATA, KOBO, Data Studio, etc. Good planning and organizing skill Good team player: good communication, persuasion and cooperation skills Ability to perform well in cross-cultural and multi-religious work settings, work autonomously, and learn quickly Good report writing skills Station at National Office with travelling expected Good command of Myanmar & English. Applicant Types Accepted: Local Applicants Only Our vision for every child, life in all its fullness. Our prayer for every heart, the will to make it so. As a global Christian relief, development and advocacy organisation, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith. Learn more about our work at wvi.org. Our organisational culture reflects a "Partnership" of World Vision offices in 100 countries and 33,000+ staff working towards one vision: life in its fullness for every child. A career with World Vision is a God-given calling, and we believe that every staff member has been brought to World Vision for God’s purposes. Whether working from home, in an office, or with children and community members, we celebrate and embrace each staff member’s diverse background and talents – knowing that together, we can make a difference. Together, #WeAreWorldVision. Learn more about our culture. Our people are our greatest asset. Each staff member brings their unique experience and God-given talents to the organisation – and in return World Vision provides employees a competitive "Total Rewards" package tailored to the context in which they work. Learn more about benefits. Have questions about applying to a job with World Vision? See our Frequently Asked Questions.

Responsibilities

The Senior MEAL Specialist will provide technical and evidence-based input for program design and planning, ensuring alignment with indicators and developing M&E plans. They will also supervise monitoring activities and analyze data to inform strategic decision-making.