Background

Plan International is a development and humanitarian organisation that works in over 75 countries across Africa, the Americas, and Asia to advance children’s rights and equality for girls.

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About Plan International

Here is a more detailed overview of Plan International:

Plan International is a leading global non-profit organization that focuses on advancing children’s rights and promoting equality for girls. Founded in 1937, Plan has a presence in over 75 countries worldwide, making it one of the largest child-centered community development organizations.

At the heart of Plan International’s mission is a commitment to creating a just world where all children can reach their full potential. The organization works to address the root causes of poverty, inequality, and discrimination that keep children, especially girls, from accessing their basic rights. Plan’s programs span a wide range of areas, including education, health, water and sanitation, child protection, economic empowerment, and disaster response.

One of Plan’s key focus areas is promoting girls’ rights and gender equality. The organization recognizes that girls often face compounded discrimination and barriers, and works to challenge harmful gender norms, empower girls to be leaders, and advocate for policies that protect girls’ rights. This commitment to gender equality is reflected throughout Plan’s programs and organizational culture.

Plan International follows a decentralized model, with independent national organizations in each country where it operates. This allows the organization to tailor its approach to the unique needs and contexts of local communities. At the same time, Plan is governed by an International Board and led by a Global CEO, ensuring strategic alignment and consistency across its global operations.

In addition to its programmatic work, Plan International is also known for its thought leadership and advocacy efforts. The organization conducts research, produces influential reports, and works with governments, UN agencies, and other partners to shape policies and practices that advance children’s rights and gender equality worldwide.

Why work at Plan International

Working at Plan International can be a highly rewarding experience for those seeking meaningful and impactful work. As a leading global organization focused on advancing children’s rights and girls’ equality, Plan offers employees the opportunity to directly contribute to programs and initiatives that make a tangible difference in the lives of vulnerable communities.

One of the most compelling aspects of Plan International is its strong organizational commitment to promoting gender equality. Employees have the chance to be part of an organization that is actively working to address gender-based discrimination and empower women and girls around the world. This alignment with Plan’s core mission can be deeply fulfilling for those passionate about social justice and human rights.

Plan International also prides itself on maintaining a diverse and inclusive work culture. Employees from a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives are welcomed and celebrated, creating an environment conducive to learning, collaboration, and professional growth. The organization invests in the development of its staff through training programs, mentoring, and opportunities for lateral movement, allowing employees to expand their expertise and take on increased responsibilities over time.

Furthermore, Plan’s global reach provides employees with the chance to gain valuable international experience. With operations in over 75 countries, Plan offers the opportunity to work in diverse cultural contexts, both at its headquarters and in field offices. This global exposure can be tremendously enriching, both professionally and personally.

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Details on the post

Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) Officer

Date: 29 May 2024

Location: Koudougou, Burkina Faso

Company: Plan International

The key tasks include:

Data processing and analysis

• Ensure regular monitoring of activities and quality of implementation within the project
• Ensure quality control of data collected within the project
• Coordinate the collection and analysis (including observed deviations between expected and actual results) of quantitative and qualitative data.
• Support stakeholders’ assessment of the results/changes (direct and indirect) achieved based on baseline situations, and make concrete recommendations for possible adjustment of planned activities with a view to greater effectiveness.
• Conduct joint field visits to test indicators and validate data in order to ensure regular availability of quality information and data.
• Support the partner staff in data collection and transmission.
• Accompany and guide the implementing partner in the development of the activity monitoring plan and the indicators under their responsibility.

Periodic reporting, monitoring, research and planning

• Ensure the planning of the project’s Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning activities.
• Support the development of specific report templates for project activities at each level of execution and for each implementing partner.
• Contribute to the periodic production of progress reports, ensuring documentation of results and budget estimates.
• Contribute to periodic reviews of project performance and quality.
• Coordinate all MERL initiatives (e.g. evaluations, surveys, analytical studies, assessments, impact studies, testimonials and success stories, etc.), in accordance with evaluation or research and learning standards/norms.
• Support the Coordinator and other project coordinators in the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of partnership agreements or operational agreements.
• Participate on request in any activity aimed at establishing sectoral or thematic assessments.
• Support projects in the planning process and produce the necessary documents.
• Participate in the organization of periodic reviews of Plan International’s performance (production of quarterly and annual reports, mid-term and final review of the Strategic Plan, etc.).
• Participate in resource mobilization (project writing).

Contribution to knowledge management

• Support efforts to draw lessons and capitalize on processes or good practices.
• Contribute to the documentation of results (photos and texts), case studies, documentaries, good practices, etc.
• Ensure the sharing and dissemination of good practices and project results with all implementing actors within Plan International.
• Ensure the capitalization of good experiences and practices and ensure their wide dissemination.
• Participate in periodic MERL team sharing meetings for emergencies and the MERL unit.
• Centralize and analyze all project data.
• Produce periodic reports on the implementation of project activities.
• Ensure the archiving (electronic and paper) of the project’s memory.
• Collect feedback from beneficiaries and partners on the project.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• At least a Bachelor’s degree (Bac+3) in demography, statistics, epidemiology, monitoring, evaluation, research, learning, social and economic sciences or other relevant field.
• At least 3 years of experience in monitoring, evaluation, research and learning, including 2 years in projects
• Demonstrated knowledge of operational planning processes (DIP, work plan, detailed MERL plan) and basic data and information management (data visualization)
• Demonstrated knowledge of effective participatory monitoring, evaluation, research and learning systems and processes, and results-based monitoring and evaluation.
• Good understanding of the safe and ethical case management system for reported SGBV incidents
• Good knowledge of the humanitarian environment and the crisis in Burkina Faso

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Understanding and ability to apply good project cycle management principles, including monitoring, evaluation and learning.
• Ability to collect and analyze evidence to inform the project.
• Skills in designing, entering, analyzing Excel, Access spreadsheets, as well as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint.
• Experience in database management, data collection using new communication and information technologies and data/information quality assurance, ODK, Kobo Collect, Taroworks.
• Experience in community-based monitoring, evaluation, research and learning practices adapted to children, especially girls, adolescents, youth and women.
• Strong writing skills (report writing, etc.).
• Able to meet tight deadlines.
• Good active listening and group facilitation skills.

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