Scope of Work
Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Platform (MEL-P)
M&E SPECIALIST/ RESEARCH ASSISTANT
USAID Harmoni Final Performance Evaluation
Background
Panagora Group is a woman-owned small business providing novel and integrated solutions in global health and international development, implementing the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Platform (MEL-P) Activity funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission in Indonesia since August 18, 2020.
MEL-P’s purpose is to support the implementation of the USAID/Indonesia Country Development Cooperation Strategy (CDCS) for Fiscal Years 2021-2025 by providing technical, consulting, and advisory services related to monitoring, evaluation, and learning and other relevant short-, medium-, and long-term technical expertise. MEL-P supports USAID initiatives, such as the Indo-Pacific Strategy and the Foundations for Evidence-Based Policy Making Act. These combined efforts will facilitate and inform program management decisions within the Mission, shape, and democracy, the long-term strategic direction of programs, and enable USAID/Indonesia to comply with Agency policy and guidance, including USAID Automated Directives System (ADS) Chapter 201.
Panagora, under MEL-P, has been assigned to conduct USAID Harmoni Activity final performance evaluation. The USAID Harmoni – Towards Inclusions and Resilience Activity is a five-year program (2018-2023) funded by USAID/Indonesia and implemented by Management Systems International (MSI). The project objective is to increase the resilience of Indonesian society to intolerance and violent extremism (VE) by supporting communities, migrants, and key institutions to increase their awareness of related risks and develop effective tools and processes to bolster tolerance and counter the appeal of VE organizations (VEOs), reintegrate former VEO members and supporters, and support migrants.
This evaluation aims to conduct an independent final performance evaluation of USAID Harmoni. The evaluation results will inform USAID/Indonesia Democratic, Rights, and Governance Office decisions for future activity designs.
Position Summary
The M&E Specialist/ Research Assistant for the USAID Harmoni final performance evaluation will provide technical and administrative support at all stages of the evaluation process.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities
The M&E Specialist/ Research Assistant shall be responsible for the following:
· Provide data management and analytical tasks, including ensuring tasks and deliverables are prepared, completed, and submitted on time within the overall timelines of this Agreement and per USAID ADS’ and MEL-P’s requirements.
· Support the design of evaluation methodology and work plan, including preparing and presenting the design.
· Assist in conducting primary and secondary data collection, including collecting and collating documents for desk reviews, drafting summary sheets and others, and systematically categorizing the qualitative data.
· Assist the evaluation team in collecting primary and secondary data, including collecting and collating documents for desk reviews, setting up key informant interviews, scheduling focus group discussions, and associated logistics.
· Assist the evaluation team in data processing and analysis and maintaining records of data collection activities.
· Assist with necessary fieldwork and background research for the evaluation team.
· Assist in preparing presentations and compiling the draft and final evaluation reports, including providing inputs (tables, graphs) for the study reports.
· Take notes and record every meeting, data-gathering session, and presentation, including interviews and group discussions.
· Provide administrative and logistics arrangements for fieldwork of the evaluation team, if any.
· Protect sensitive documents and information derived from the evaluation from unauthorized use or disclosure for any purpose other than for which it was furnished.
· Other tasks, as assigned by the Team Leader and MEL-P.
Additionally, throughout pertinent stages of the evaluation, the M&E Specialist/ Research Assistant shall:
· Develop professional, respectful, and collegial relationships with the evaluation team members, MEL-P, USAID, implementing partners, and other pertinent stakeholders.
· Demonstrated excellence in evaluation, data collection methods, data analysis and interpretation, visualization, utilization principles (e.g., participatory design and developing “actionable recommendations”), collaboration- and learning-centric models, and dissemination practices.
· Effectively support and actively participate in all pertinent evaluation stages and support the Team Leader in addressing any technical concerns.
· Ensure all deliverables are submitted on schedule and per USAID, Panagora, and MEL-P quality standards.
Qualifications
· Minimum Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline is required.
· Minimum 5 years of working experience supporting evaluation or research activities.
· Expertise in collecting and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data
· Expertise with fieldwork in developing countries, including
o testing data collection instruments,
o implementing data quality protocols in the field,
o collecting data (including with digital tools)
o and training and supervising enumerators (if any).
· Excellent knowledge and experience using quantitative software (e.g., SPSS, Epi Info, STATA, or SAS) and qualitative software (e.g., Atlast.ti, NVIVO, MAXQDA) as appropriate and necessary for the approach proposed.
· Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
· Strong attention to detail and following the organization’s regulations and supervisor’s instructions.
· Ability to take the initiative and complete work within tight deadlines.
· Proficient in English speaking and writing.
· Open only to Indonesian citizens.
Reporting
The M&E Specialist/ Research Assistant will report to the Team Leader, with the guidance of the Senior Evaluation Advisor of MEL-P.
Period of Performance
The estimated level of effort for the STTA for M&E Specialist/ Research Assistant will be approximately 50 to 60 days (to be determined). The duration of the assignment would intermittently cover the period May to October 2023.
How to Apply
Fill out the online application (here). Please include a cover letter and resume. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted. Only applicants who include the required application components will be considered.
Panagora Group is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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