Position Title: MERL Assistant
Vacancy Number: 410-2023
Number of Positions: 1
Location: Derik
Department: MERL
Reports to: MERL Officer
Travel Rate 50%
Posted: October 02, 2023
Time Frame: October 02, 2023 to October 12, 2023

Background:
CHF International (CHF) is an international non-profit humanitarian and development organization that works closely with communities worldwide to bring about sustainable changes that improve the lives and livelihoods of the vulnerable. CHF is providing emergency humanitarian assistance & Livelihoods development support in North East Syria.
Responsibilities:
•Assist in routine data collection and entry for various interventions implemented in the field andensure that complete, accurate, clean and consistent data is shared with the M&E Officer for dataanalysis and action planning.
•Properly file M&E documents including questionnaires, monitoring reports, datasets, etc.
•Handle sensitive GBV data collection and assessments involving women and girls due to gender
considerations.
•Participate in regular data verification and audit exercises to assess the quality of data reportedand address any anomalies identified.
•Submit to the MERL Officer weekly and monthly updates on M& E activities conducted in the field.
•With support from the MERL, participate in capacity building and mentorship activities for fieldstaff in data collection and cleaning.
•Assist during survey planning and implementation especially preparing logistics needed,participating in data collection and cleaning.
•Foster collaborative relationships with program and operations teams.
•Raise awareness of beneficiary feedback mechanisms and channels.
•Receive and document beneficiary feedback and translate it into English.
•Coordinate the follow-up actions with supervisor and ensure their timely execution. Promptlyinform supervisor about high-priority and high sensitivity cases and seek guidance in resolvingthem.
•Work with other members of CFF International field team to devise and implement appropriateplans of engagement in the communities to gather information and build acceptance.
•Ensure all feedback incidents, subsequent actions and outcomes are recorded in the database,with high level of accuracy and timeliness.
•Provide timely and accurate reports for departmental needs, using the reporting tools.
•Report to supervisor about any potential database functionality issues or any modificationsrequired.
•Ensure high level of confidentiality and security of entrusted data is maintained at all times.
•follow up the distributing process of the Feedback Mechanism leaflet/poster.
•Perform any other M&E tasks assigned by the MERL Officer and/or his/her supervisor.

Education:
•A bachelor’s degree is preferred. A qualification in computer science, Information Systems, statisticalsystems, engineering, or related qualifications is an advantage.

Work Experience:
•Minimum 2 years of experience with field data collection or Information management is preferred, working with an NGO is an advantage.

Knowledge and Skills:
•Good written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic.
•Proficiency in mobile data collection tools such as Kobo Toolbox or Device Magic or Fulcrum.
•Strong analytical, reporting and interpersonal abilities.
•Experience with community participatory techniques.
•Planning, organizational and time management skills.