Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) and Management Information System (MIS) Specialist

Job Posting Organization:
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is a specialized agency of the UN that leads international efforts to defeat hunger. Established in 1945, FAO's mission is to achieve security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security for all and ensure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives. With 195 Members, including 194 countries and the European Union, FAO operates in over 130 countries worldwide. The organization focuses on transforming agrifood systems to be more efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable, contributing to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. FAO Country Offices provide policy advice and technical assistance, working closely with governments, civil society, and the private sector to address challenges in agriculture, fisheries, and forestry. FAO's work in the Philippines has spanned over four decades, focusing on sustainability, productivity, and resilience in the agricultural sector, particularly in response to natural disasters and climate change.

Job Overview:
The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) and Management Information System (MIS) Specialist is a critical role within the FAO's project aimed at rebuilding agricultural livelihoods affected by multiple cyclones in Cagayan province. This position is responsible for ensuring that the project's logical framework and Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) Plan are effectively developed and implemented. The Specialist will guide the overall MEAL requirements, enhance the project logical framework, and facilitate the selection of indicators to measure project deliverables. The role involves conducting baseline assessments, ensuring data collection captures gender-disaggregated and social inclusion data, and supervising beneficiary data collection processes. The Specialist will also support the preparation of reports and documentation of best practices and lessons learned, contributing to the overall success of the project and ensuring that interventions are data-driven and aligned with the needs of the affected communities.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) and Management Information System (MIS) Specialist include:

• Providing guidance for the overall Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEAL) requirements of the project "Rebuilding agricultural livelihoods affected by multiple cyclones in Cagayan province (OSRO/PHI/085/AUL)."
• Enhancing the project logical framework and facilitating the selection of indicators to measure deliverables, Means of Verification, and reporting requirements with donors.
• Developing and managing the Risk Management Matrix of the project.
• Conducting baseline assessments with key target communities and using this data to inform indicator selection and monitoring throughout implementation.
• Ensuring all data collection captures gender-disaggregated and social inclusion data to assess differential impacts and strengthen reporting on gender-related outcomes.
• Supervising beneficiary data collection through tools like KoBo toolbox, managing grievance and feedback mechanisms, and leading post-distribution monitoring.
• Supporting the conduct of focus group discussions (FGDs) and reports for cash-based transfers, exit surveys, and other analyses related to the project.
• Guiding documentation processes for best practices and lessons learned.
• Extracting collected data for analysis and uploading it to the MIS to facilitate aid disbursement. 1
• Conducting training for FAO Philippines staff on the tools used during project implementation. 1
• Supporting the preparation of accomplishment and final reports and presentations to ease onboarding of new system users. 1
• Carrying out other specific operational tasks for program/project implementation as requested.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) and Management Information System (MIS) Specialist position include:

• A university degree in Statistics, Management Information Systems, Economics, Agriculture, Nutrition, or related fields.
• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL), data analysis, data visualization, and/or information management, particularly in agriculture and disaster risk reduction.
• Full proficiency or working knowledge (level C) of English.
• Nationality of the Philippines is required.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a university degree in a relevant field such as Statistics, Management Information Systems, Economics, Agriculture, Nutrition, or related disciplines. The educational background should be from an institution accredited or recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED).

Experience:
Candidates should have at least five (5) years of relevant experience in monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL), data analysis, data visualization, and/or information management, particularly in the context of agriculture and disaster risk reduction. This experience should demonstrate a strong understanding of project logical frameworks and performance monitoring systems.

Languages:
The mandatory language requirement for this position is full proficiency in English. Additionally, excellent written and oral communication skills in Tagalog are required. Ability to communicate in the Ilocano dialect is considered an advantage, enhancing the Specialist's ability to engage with local communities effectively.

Additional Notes:
FAO does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including application, interview, or processing. Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted. Candidates should note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from institutions recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED). The appointment will be subject to certification of medical fitness, accreditation, residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. This position may involve full-time engagement and is focused on national recruitment.