Job Description and Person Specification
Job Title:
Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor
Directorate:
Programme Development,
Unit:
Quality & Impact
Grade and Salary: 1
AAI Grade D
Contract Type:
Maternity cover Fixed
Term contract for 9
months)
Location:
IS Hubs/ AA Office
Budget Holder:
Yes 
Monitoring & Evaluation
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Reports to: (incl
Head of Monitoring & Evaluation
matrix reporting)
Direct Reports :
None
Matrix Reports:
None
Operational Remit:
Global  Regional Country S pe cific  International Secretariat 
DBS (CRB) / Police
Yes 
Check:
No 
Job Role
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Role Overview:
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Areas
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The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Unit is part of the Programme
Development, Quality & Impact Directorate of ActionAid International
Secretariat. It is comprised of 3 M&E Advisor positions reporting to
the Head of M&E. The team collectively supports the Unit’s
responsibilities, whereas each Advisor is leading on specific areas of
work. The M&E Unit provides leadership, guidance and technical
support to the ActionAid federation on monitoring and evaluation
work and it is primarily responsible for monitoring progress against
the mission part of the international strategy.
The M&E Advisors focus on the setting of: monitoring and evaluation
standards, developing guidelines, processes and tools for monitoring
and evaluation of ActionAid’s mission within the international
strategy.
The post holder will develop effective learning and capacity building
mechansims on M&E, continuously identifying good practice inside
and outside the sector to inform learning and - have an oversight of
peer support across the ActionAid federation utilising international
networks and platforms of collaboration and shared learning.
Working in collaboration with other Unit members, the post holder
will provide technical advice to monitor and evaluate priority
objectives as outlined in ActionAid’s international strategy
Each M&E Advisor will be part of at least 1 horizontal working group
on strategic prioritiy areas (i.e International Platforms) depending on
their knowledge area and interest.
The role will work directly a wider network of M and E specialists
who work on programmes within other directorates and countries.
Key Activities
For entry level salary of the mentioned grade refer to the Remuneration and Benefit Policy or local pay scales as applicable
Job Description and Person Specification
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Standards and
systems for
monitoring and
evaluating the
mission part of
international
strategy:
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Capacity Building
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Develops & reviews global monitoring and evaluation system And
frameworks, associated guidelines, tools and methods for
monitoring the mission part of the international strategy in line
with AA’s HRBA and Accountability Learning and Planning
System (ALPS)
Advise and collaborate with IS units and directorates to provide
technical support to develop M&E frameworks for identified
federation priorities which contribute to the global mission
Works closely with Programme Development Unit to incorporate
M&E into programme design and the programmatic lifecycle,
supporting teams to identify and test their Theory of change to
enable programme planning that establishes clear indicators and
milestones and encourages monitoring and periodic reflection to
support learning.
Advises the development of monitoring and evaluation
frameworks for national CSPs, specific pieces of work which are
of strategic importance to the organization
Drives the development of M&E frameworks & tools for our
international campaigns and coordinates with Policy, Research,
Advocacy & Campaigns Directorate to oversee implementation
Drives the development fof M&E tools for measuring our impact
on children and coordinates with Fundraising to oversee
implementation.
Informs Fundraising (for official and major donor giving) and
Emergencies on project development, when needed, by
incorporating the M&E perspective in programme design and
reporting.
‘Works with Strategy Planning & Reporting team for incorporating
M&E frameworks & tools into Planning & Reporting, for
developing systems and processes for Management Information
and for reporting progress against Strategy.’
Works in collaboration with Accountability & Transparency
Advisor to ensure Accountability principles are embedded in M&E
frameworks and practices
Contributes to the improvement of quality and rigour in our global
reporting in particular through advising on data collection and
analysis.
Works in collaboration with specific countries / units / project
teams at national and local right programme level, when
necessary for the review & testing of M&E methods, tools and
data collection
In collaboration with other IS Directorates, carries out capacity
assessments based on country needs
Advises AA members and other IS Directorates on M&E issues,
including quality assurance of programmes prioritizing issues and/or
programmes of work of strategic importance to the organization
Supports ActionAid’s efforts to roll out HRBA internally by working in
collaboration with the HRBA team and ensuring that M&E is
integrated in relevant capacity building initiatives
Develops and rolls out practical M&E resources using effective
learning strategies, including online
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Relationship
Management
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Research and share
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In collaboration with other M&E colleagues, nurtures and support the
network of M&E focal people in the federation to build their capacity
so as to take on M&E work in their countries, multiply the learning
and provide peer-to-peer support
Actively participates in international and inter-functional initiatives,
such as coordinated visits, to support country development from an
M&E perspective
Develops and supports staff on M&E matters in cross functional
teams and international platforms
Manages external consultants when required and agreed with the
Head of M&E
Fosters the necessary consultation, communications and good
relations within the IS and the Federation
Proactively engages with other NGOs, donors and
research/academic organisations to influence and learn from
evolving sector practice
Continuously monitors developments in the sector & introduces new
knowledge and innovative practice to the federation
Represents ActionAid corporately on issues related to monitoring
and evaluation and supports the organisation to become a leader in
the sector
A strong commitment to develop, promote and practice AAI’s vision,
mission, values and strategy
Contributes to the Unit’s flexibility, providing cover for Unit staff as
agreed with the Head of M&E.
Leads and manages specific projects as assigned in the team and
agreed with the Head of M&E
Person Specification
Education,
Language
Qualifications
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Masters (or equivalent experience) in development related social
sciences with a strong research component
Substantial experience in international development/human rights
programming (or the equivalent), with at least some international
experience (added advantage if has worked in more than one
region)
HRBA programming and monitoring experience, including working
with partners and social movements and/or experience designing
and monitoring campaigns in both southern and northern contexts,
and internationally
Deep understanding of and commitment to human rights based
approach including women’s rights, with knowledge of
methodologies that are effective in monitoring and evaluation HRBA
programming
Excellent quantitative and qualitative monitoring and evaluation skills
and familiarity with the range of approaches and methods currently
being deployed in our sector
Strong analytical and conceptual skills
Job Description and Person Specification
Essential
Knowledge, skills
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Excellent communicator and facilitator, fluent in English and word
processing, with an additional language of AAI
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Proactive communicator, able to build relationships and provide
technical support internationally, working at a distance
Strong cross cultural awareness, able to work effectively with diverse
working styles across many countries
Highly flexible, multi-tasking, able to navigate and maintain strong
relationships in an environment of complexity and change
Can work both independently, and well with others
Demonstrates high collaborative skills and the ability to identify and
build on strategic synergies
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Knowledge, skills
and Experience
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Experience working internationally (in more than one region) for an
international NGO or federation a strong advantage
Multi-media/on-line communication and training skills
Working knowledge of French, Spanish, or Portuguese
Competency Profile
Strategic
Perspective
Demonstrate understanding of the Organisation’s priorities and goals
and effectively analyses complex problems.
Change
Management
Uses effective strategies to facilitate organisation change initiatives and
overcome resistance to change by involving others, listening and
building commitment.
Decisiveness
Prefers quick and appropriate actions in many management situations
Leading Employees
Attracts, motivates, and develops employees.
Building
Collaborative
Relationships
Builds productive working relationships with co-workers and external
parties, whilst valuing people of different backgrounds, cultures and
demographics.
Communication
Expresses ideas clearly and concisely; disseminates information about
decisions and plans.
Leading with
Purpose
Has personal direction and is not easily sidetracked by details or
workload.
Credibility
Acts in accordance with stated values; follows through on promises;
uses ethical considerations to guide decisions and actions.
Taking Initiative
Takes charge and capitalizes on opportunities