Monitoring Officer, Learning and Evaluation

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 foster pathways to peace, stability, and prosperity for individuals recovering from conflicts, disasters, and the impacts of extreme weather. Established in 1961, WFP operates in over 80 countries, employing thousands of staff members who are committed to the mission of alleviating hunger and improving nutrition. WFP is recognized for its efforts in humanitarian assistance and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020 for its work in combating hunger. The organization emphasizes diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from qualified candidates regardless of their background, gender, or identity. WFP's core values include Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion, which guide its operations and interactions with partners and communities.

Job Overview:
The Monitoring Officer, Learning & Evaluation position at WFP Yemen is pivotal in enhancing the Monitoring, Learning, and Evaluation (MLE) function. This role is designed to transition the organization from a compliance-focused monitoring system to one that supports evidence-based programming and learning. The MLE Officer will lead and coordinate learning and evaluation activities, ensuring that evidence informs decision-making and program adaptations. The position involves synthesizing findings from various evidence streams, facilitating deeper inquiries into programmatic questions, and translating lessons learned into actionable insights for design" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">program design and implementation. The officer will also support the annual performance planning process, ensuring that past results and lessons inform future priorities and plans. This role is essential for fostering a culture of learning and accountability within WFP Yemen, ultimately contributing to improved humanitarian assistance outcomes.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Monitoring Officer, Learning & Evaluation include:

• Coordinating the WFP Yemen Annual Performance Planning process, ensuring inclusive planning that incorporates results, evidence, and lessons from previous cycles.
• Leading the annual MLE Learning Agenda, collaborating with program teams to identify priority learning questions and translating them into evidence-generating activities such as studies and evaluations.
• Synthesizing evidence from various sources, including monitoring data and community feedback, to identify trends and gaps in knowledge.
• Designing and coordinating qualitative and mixed-method learning exercises, such as thematic studies and focus group discussions, to complement routine monitoring efforts.
• Documenting and institutionalizing lessons learned and promising practices, producing accessible learning products to facilitate knowledge exchange.
• Supporting independent donor Third-Party Monitoring exercises and incorporating findings into the evidence base for learning and program improvement.
• Leading the planning and management of decentralized evaluations, ensuring compliance with WFP Evaluation Policy and ethical guidelines.
• Driving evidence utilization by facilitating reflection and learning processes, translating significant findings into actionable recommendations.
• Strengthening the institutional evidence-to-action cycle by capturing and feeding back significant findings into planning and future learning priorities. 1
• Performing any other assigned tasks as required.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a total of 5 years of relevant experience, including at least 1 year of professional experience in a related field. An advanced university degree in social sciences, public policy, development studies, evaluation, statistics, economics, international relations, or a relevant discipline is required. Relevant professional experience in evaluation, research, monitoring, learning, and knowledge management is essential, preferably within humanitarian or development contexts. Candidates should demonstrate experience in managing evaluations and translating findings into actionable recommendations. Strong analytical skills, particularly in qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis, are necessary. The ability to produce high-quality analytical and evaluative products is also required, along with familiarity with evaluation principles and ethical considerations.

Educational Background:
An advanced university degree in social sciences, public policy, development studies, evaluation, statistics, economics, international relations, or another relevant field is required for this position. This educational background provides the necessary theoretical foundation and analytical skills needed to effectively perform the duties associated with the role.

Experience:
The position requires a total of 5 years of relevant experience, including at least 1 year of professional experience in evaluation, research, monitoring, learning, or related evidence functions. Candidates should have demonstrated experience managing evaluations, assessments, and learning exercises, particularly in complex humanitarian or development environments. Experience in producing high-quality analytical and evaluative products is also essential, as is familiarity with results-based management and strategic planning processes.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, as it is the working language of WFP. Knowledge of Arabic is considered an asset, as it may facilitate communication and engagement with local stakeholders and communities in Yemen. Proficiency in additional languages may also be beneficial, depending on the specific context and needs of the role.

Additional Notes:
This position is a full-time role based in Aden, Yemen. The contract duration and specific terms of employment will be outlined in the Terms and Conditions section of the vacancy announcement. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment and offers reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. The organization does not charge any fees for applications or recruitment processes, and all employment decisions are made based on merit and individual qualifications.