Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Job Posting Organization:
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, dedicated to saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build pathways to peace, stability, and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impacts of climate change. Established in 1961, WFP operates in over 80 countries, employing thousands of staff members who are committed to the mission of eradicating hunger and improving nutrition. WFP's core values include Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion, and the organization emphasizes a diverse and inclusive work environment. WFP has been recognized for its efforts, notably being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 202

• The organization invests in the personal and professional development of its employees through various training and mentorship programs, and offers opportunities for career advancement across its global offices.

Job Overview:
The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will play a crucial role in supporting the WFP’s Country Strategic Plan (CSP) in Mozambique by enhancing the monitoring and evaluation (M&E) capacity of the Country Office. This position involves working closely with field office teams to plan, coordinate, implement, and report on process monitoring for all WFP activities and programs in Mozambique. The incumbent will be expected to operate with a high degree of independence, demonstrating sound judgment in addressing unforeseen operational challenges. The role requires effective specialized support and technical analyses to ensure that food assistance needs are met efficiently and effectively. The officer will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with monitoring requirements and optimizing resources through a risk-based monitoring approach.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with minimum monitoring requirements, focusing on frequency and geographic/programmatic coverage.
• Prepare annual and quarterly monitoring plans in coordination with field office teams.
• Conduct joint quarterly risk analyses with field office teams to inform monitoring priorities.
• Support planning and implementation of price monitoring activities in collaboration with the VAM team.
• Develop and deliver Training of Trainers (ToT) for field office teams on process monitoring.
• Provide technical guidance for data quality assurance and conduct second-level data quality assurance.
• Track monitoring coverage monthly and update monitoring coverage tools.
• Ensure compliance with internal SOPs for Retailer Performance Monitoring and Evaluation.
• Prepare quarterly monitoring coverage reports documenting achievements and limitations. 1
• Support field office teams in timely reporting of monitoring findings. 1
• Escalate and track issues reported through SugarCRM. 1
• Assist in drafting actionable recommendations based on monitoring findings. 1
• Triangulate monitoring results with Complaints and Feedback Mechanism data. 1
• Provide technical support for outcome and output monitoring activities. 1
• Assist in the development and implementation of various activities within the specific area of work. 1
• Provide specialized project management support to ensure activities are performed within established targets. 1
• Prepare reports and data analysis highlighting trends and issues. 1
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of data within the specific technical area. 1
• Liaise with internal counterparts for effective collaboration. 2
• Coordinate with local partners and agencies for security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security analyses. 2
• Support capacity building of WFP staff and partners. 2
• Act as a point of contact for operational queries. 2
• Oversee and review the work of support staff. 2
• Follow emergency preparedness practices for quick response. 2
• Perform other relevant duties as required.

Required Qualifications:
Completion of secondary school education is required, with a post-secondary certificate in a related functional area being desirable. A university degree in a relevant field is considered a plus. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, the ability to communicate effectively, and a commitment to maintaining high standards in monitoring and evaluation practices. Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation systems and experience in building relationships with stakeholders are also essential qualifications for this role.

Educational Background:
Candidates are required to have completed secondary school education, with a preference for those who have a post-secondary certificate in a related functional area. A university degree is advantageous and may enhance a candidate's prospects for selection. The educational background should ideally align with the responsibilities of the position, emphasizing skills in monitoring, evaluation, and data analysis.

Experience:
The position requires six or more years of progressively responsible work experience in a relevant business stream. Candidates should have experience working with technical teams, contributing to the implementation and monitoring of programs, and providing input to policy discussions. Experience in collecting program data, conducting analyses, and reporting findings to stakeholders is also essential. Familiarity with monitoring and evaluation systems and the ability to build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders are critical for success in this role.

Languages:
Fluency in both oral and written communication in Portuguese and English is mandatory. Knowledge of local Mozambican languages is considered desirable and may enhance communication with local stakeholders and communities.

Additional Notes:
This is a Fixed Term contract at the G6 level, based in Maputo, Mozambique, with a duration of 6 months. The position is open to Mozambican Nationals only, and female-qualified candidates are highly encouraged to apply. The WFP emphasizes an inclusive work environment and is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. The organization does not charge any fees in connection with the application or recruitment process, and all applications must be submitted through the online recruitment system.