Monitoring and Evaluation Communication and Outreach Officer

CIFOR-ICRAF is looking for a:

Monitoring and Evaluation, Communication and Outreach Officer

Overview

CIFOR-ICRAF will be implementing the CASEVE-GTI project (Green and Resilient Northern Cameroon – Integrated Landscape Governance) between July 2023 and June 2028. We will use an integrated landscape management approach to solve the triple challenge of (i) supporting a growing population, (ii) preserving biodiversity, and (iii) mitigating and adapting to climate change. The intended impact of this action is a more inclusive territorial governance that promotes conflict prevention. We are therefore looking for an M&E, Communication and Outreach Officer to design and implement a monitoring and evaluation system for the CASEVE-GTI project, provide communication and outreach support.

Summary of responsibilities

• Lead the design of a participatory and inclusive M&E system for the project; Prepare quantitative and qualitative indicators, benchmarks, and data sources for project deliverables; develop M&E tools and systems (incl. digital tools) that effectively track project deliverables and progress.
• Provide pertinent monitoring and evaluation data to the Project Manager to strategically facilitate informed decisions on project implementation; Assist with preparation of high-quality project reports that highlight project achievements and milestones to be shared with donor and key stakeholders; Assist with organization of coordination and management meetings, incl steering committee meetings.
• Organize M&E and learning site visits to ascertain status of project achievements and undertake interviews and discussions with project staff and stakeholders.
• In collaboration with CIFOR-ICRAF communication officer in Yaounde, prepare and disseminate information to concerned stakeholders, including beneficiaries.
• In collaboration with other staff, produce publications, such as technical reports, technical sheets, training manuals, blogs, policy briefs and journal articles.
• Contribute to resource mobilization.

Requirements

• Post-graduate degree (MSc or Ir) in economic or political sciences, project management, international development, communication for development, or related issues, with specialization in monitoring and evaluation.
• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in similar job.
• Experience in implementing community participation in evaluation design and development of indicators.
• Relevant experience in measurement and analysis of indicators relating to a wide range of interventions within the domain of natural resource management, land use planning and conflict resolution.

Personal attributes and competencies:

• Proficiency in the use of computer and office software packages, including statistical packages (STATA, SPSS, R,)
• Strong understanding of importance of gender-sensitive approaches
• Familiarity with graphic software and communication through social media is an asset.
• Strong communication skills and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with different target audiences; experience in knowledge sharing and advocacy is a plus.
• Knowledge of the Northern part of Cameroon will be an asset.
• Good verbal and writing skill in French and English; knowledge of Fulfulde will be an asset.
• Capacity to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Willing to travel extensively, often in remote areas.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure with minimal supervision.

Terms and conditions

• This is a Locally Recruited position. CIFOR-ICRAF offers competitive remuneration in local currencycommensurate with skills and experience.
• The duty station will be in Garoua, North region of Cameroon.

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