MEL Specialist/Senior MEL Specialist (Only for Nationals)

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DT Global is shaping a future where sustainable development and innovation empower individuals, communities, and nations. We work in partnership with local stakeholders to foster inclusive prosperity, social equity, and environmental stewardship. Our global team of 2,500 staff and experts work in over 90 countries to solve complex problems in the peacebuilding, governance, economic development, environment, and human development sectors. With a track record of technical excellence and more than 60 years of international development experience and relationships, we deliver innovative solutions that transform lives.

The USAID/OTI STEP-UP Sudan aims to advance the initial goal of USAID/OTI's Sudan program objectives, focusing on efforts to pursue democratic change, improved access to timely and accurate information for citizens, and the promotion of democratic behaviors among Sudanese citizens. STEP-UP Sudan is an initiative of USAID/OTI in support of the goals of the United States Government (USG) and, as such, is presented as an integral part of USAID’s program portfolio in Sudan. Program operations follow standard OTI processes while OTI staff consult extensively with USAID and the US
mission in Sudan during activity design.

DT Global’s STEP-UP Sudan is sponsored and registered with the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning in Sudan. References to DT Global in this document pertain to DT Global’s STEP-UP Sudan.

• Lead all M&E processes at the activity level for the assigned portfolio under the supervision of the Regional Program Manager.
• In collaboration with senior management and program staff, develop individual M&E plans for each activity inclusive of:
  • Output and Outcome Objectives
  • Output and Outcome Indicators
  • Means of Verification
  • Responsible Parties
  • Timelines
• Support the collection of all data required within the activity MEL plans, inclusive of conducting key informant interviews, focus group discussions, circulating questionnaires or other relevant activities.
• Request the support of the program staff to collect data required by the MEL plans when needed – inclusive of photographs, attendance sheets or other items.
• Responsible for seeking assistance from the RPM and MERL Director on a regular basis when developing plans, to seek input on any complex or unusual activities.
• Ensure all MEL products maintain a level of quality consistent with USAID expectations.
• Support the RPM and MERL Director as requested in the development of additional MEL tools including the MELP; cluster evaluations or other qualitative tools; baseline surveys; program indicators.
• Support data collection on the ground for any cluster evaluations or baseline, mid and final surveys as requested by the RPM and MERL Director; inclusive of helping coordinate logistics required.
• Contribute to learning processes at the regional level, including leading discussions at the conclusion of individual activities to discuss lessons learned and potential follow-on activities.
• Provide recommendations to program teams on how to improve or build-on completed activities.
• Other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

• Post-secondary Diploma in a relevant field required, a university degree preferred. Other relevant certifications will be considered. 
• MELS Prior experience working on USAID-funded projects preferred.
• Sr. MELS at least 4 years of experience working in Monitoring & Evaluation on donor funded programs in Sudan. Prior experience working on a USAID-funded project preferred. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
• Experience in developing and using all basic M&E tools such as key informant interviews, written questionnaires, and focus group discussions preferred.
• Effective written and oral communication as well as interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills and good judgement.
• Be proactive, have strong prioritization skills, and ability to work cross-culturally.
• Possess demonstrated leadership skills, humility, and self-awareness.
• Have a basic understanding of local and national context relevant to the program.
• Fluency in written and oral English and Arabic is required.
• Position open to Sudanese nationals only.

1. Closing date for job Advertisement:  06/03/2024 
2. Job Location: Port Sudan/Kassala
3. To apply for the role you can visit DT Global Website (DT-global.com) or you can apply through Sudan Jobs. 
4. Female staff are encouraged to apply. 

DT Global Core Competencies:

·       Teamwork: Works cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals. Participates in building a culture characterized by inclusion, trust, and commitment 

·       Communication: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts professionally Demonstrates effective use of skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts

·       Adaptability: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment

·       Customer/Client Focused: Anticipates, monitors, and meets the needs of customers and responds to them in an appropriate and responsive manner

·       Diversity & Inclusion: Conveys respect for diverse individuals and perspectives; models inclusive behavior and treats everyone fairly 

·       Professionalism: Displays appropriate and ethical behavior, integrity, and personal presentation in the workplace always; demonstrates respectful communication for others, both verbal and non-verbal

 DT Global will be conducting interviews with shortlisted candidates on a rolling basis and may make a recruitment decision prior to this post's closing date.