JOB SPECIFICATION
Position: MEAL Officer
Employer: National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon (CENC)
Supervisor: MEAL Manager, CoSMO Project
City, Country: Far North, North, Adamaoua / Cameroon
Number of positions: 01
Position based in: Maroua
Desired start date: July 01, 2023
Project duration: 5 years (2023-2027)
Duration of the contract: 12 months (with possibility of extension)
ABOUT THE CENC
The National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon (CENC) is the seat of the Catholic Church in Cameroon, where the promotion of human dignity is at the center of the concerns of the Sustainable Development Goals. The CENC works to ensure the dignity of the human being, the common good, the subsidiarity and the solidarity of all humans. The development work of the CENC in Cameroon is accomplished through access to quality education, health, the promotion of the commitment of the faithful to the reduction of inequalities and the empowerment of vulnerable groups.
SUMMARY OF THE CoSMO PROJECT
The 5-year, approximately US$33 million CoSMO (Consolidating Systems and Services for the Management of Orphans and Vulnerable Children) project is funded by the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief ( PEPFAR) through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). It will cover at least 68 health districts in the 10 regions of Cameroon. The program will be implemented by a consortium of local organizations led by the National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon (CENC) from January 1, 2023.
The OVC (Orphans and Vulnerable Children) program addresses the challenges of the sustainable care of OVC by strengthening the capacities of the Government of the Republic of Cameroon (GRC), civil society, communities and households to provide care and quality support to children infected and affected by HIV in Cameroon. Under the leadership of CENC, sub-recipient partners, the Government of Cameroon and other stakeholders will work collaboratively to reach approximately 65,000 OVC and their families in health districts across the country where the HIV burden is high. high. The program consists of HIV prevention and case-finding activities for OVC, as well as
TERMS OF REFERENCE
Job Summary
Under the supervision of the MEAL Manager, the MEAL Officer will assist in the implementation of project Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MERA) activities at the zonal level, working directly with sub-recipients and members. of the community, coordinating various MEAL activities and events related to the project supporting the work of the Episcopal Conference
Nationale du Cameroun (CENC) at the service of poor and vulnerable children. He will work closely with the sub-recipients, the zonal program team and the central MEAL team to ensure high quality data allowing the monitoring of services provided to Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) in the Centre, Littoral, West or North-West. Roles and Responsibilities
Support the coordination and monitoring (including digital data collection) of MEAL activities in the field, ensuring that implementation timelines are adhered to in accordance with the detailed activity plan.
Monitor and report on MEAL-related activities at sub-recipients. Compile data provided by the sub-recipient in accordance with project requirements and contribute to the preparation of quality reports.
Coordinate communication and facilitate sharing of MEAL-related information between the project team, sub-recipient and project beneficiaries at the community level.
Promote the use of the Information and Management System (GIS) of the project at the zonal level. Verify sub-recipient data through the project Management Information System (MIS) to ensure defined data quality standards are met within specified reporting periods.
Oversee the implementation of Data Quality Audit (DQA) activities in accordance with USAID/PEPFAR DQA standards, as well as NCPC policies and procedures at the implementing partners and partners. ensure that identified deficiencies have been addressed in a timely manner.
In coordination with the project team, support MEAL-related capacity building events for sub-recipients. Build capacity through mentorship, supportive supervision and training on data management and use, including use of project data collection tools, interpretation and analysis of performance indicators key, quality reports to meet project requirements.
Actively participate in regular joint supervision visits to implementing partners and ensure timely implementation of action plans.
Assist in the deployment and implementation of the project’s Complaints and Feedback Mechanism (MPRF). Support active research and response to feedback from all members of targeted communities and other stakeholders as defined by the MPRF.
Liaise with and mobilize various community stakeholders to ensure the full involvement of community leaders, community representatives and local government representatives in the overall implementation and improvement of project MEAL activities.
Coordinate regular data review meetings including MEAL technical teams to assess project performance against set objectives and key activities.
Ensure that standard procedures for filing beneficiary files are followed at the level of implementing partners.
Contribute to project learning by asking thoughtful questions, reflecting and sharing with project coordination information gathered from community members and partners.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and experience
Master’s degree in statistics, biostatistics, demography, public health, epidemiology, information systems management or any other relevant field.
At least 4 years of practical experience in Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MERA) with an international NGO and preferably in the health sector.
Advanced knowledge of using MS Excel for data analysis and visualization. The level of knowledge will be tested.
Proficiency in data management/analysis software such as SPSS,
Epidata/info, Access, Stata, R, Python or other similar software.
Proficiency in PowerBi or Tableau or similar software
Good knowledge of using Microsoft Office 365.
Knowledge of case management and longitudinal analysis. The following attributes would be a plus
Experience in HIV/AIDS projects/programs
Knowledge of PEPFAR MER data requirements.
Personal Skills
Critical thinking and strong logical reasoning skills. Observation, active listening and analytical skills with the ability to make sound judgments.
Good relationship management skills and ability to work closely with local partners and community members.
Ability to motivate partners and stakeholders to achieve common goals.
Ability to simultaneously coordinate multiple workflows with different stakeholders.
Training and facilitation skills.
Attention to detail, accuracy and timeliness in carrying out assigned responsibilities.
Proactive, results-oriented and service-oriented.
Ability to work under pressure and adapt to any project change.
Languages Desired
Strong writing, reading, speaking and listening skills in English required for applicants applying to Bafoussam and Bamenda.
Strong writing, reading, speaking and listening skills.
Bilingualism would be a plus in any case.
Regular trips to the project area.
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS Supervision: None
Internal: Project Manager, Deputy Project Manager in charge of Program Quality, MEAL Manager, Information System Manager, Field Manager, MEAL Officer of the Projects Unit.
External Religious implementing partners and community organizations, Government of the Republic of Cameroon and other stakeholders, PEPFAR care and treatment staff (clinical partners), USAID and PEPFAR representatives, consultants.
the CENC
Competences at the level of the CENC for all the personnel of
They are anchored in the values, the guiding principles, the mission of the Catholic Church and of the CENC. They are required of each staff member to fulfill their responsibilities and achieve the desired results. It is :
Respect for the dignity of the human person
Respect for the common good
Respect for the principle of subsidiarity
Respect for the principle of solidarity
Trust in all relationships
Professional
fulfillment Partnership
Responsibility
Integrity
Responsibility and management Strategic spirit
Warning: This job description is not an exhaustive list skills, efforts, tasks and responsibilities associated with the position.
NCPC’s talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation. NCPC is an equal opportunity employer.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications MUST include:
1. Letter of motivation addressed to the Secretary General of the CENC
2. CV of 4 pages maximum
3. List of at least 3 references, one of which must be a leader of a religious community / denominational
4. Evidence of relevant academic/professional qualifications
5. Evidence of work experience.
You can apply by sending your applications to the following address: recrutement@necc-cenc.org
Mentioning MEAL Officer, Zone 4 — CoSMO Project” in the subject line.
Deadline for receipt of applications: 05/31/2023 at midnight, Cameroon time. Applications that are incomplete or received after the deadline will not be considered.
Female candidates are strongly encouraged.
This position is reserved for Cameroonian nationals only.
Only selected candidates will be contacted.
NB: In applying for this position, the candidate must understand that NCPC protects human life at all costs and will require the candidate to do the same if recruited. NCPC also requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation and trafficking.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: Monitoring, Evaluation , Accountability and Learning Officer (MEAL), CoSMO Project
Employer: National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon (NECC)
Supervisor: MEAL Manager, CoSMO Project
Town, Country: Far North, North and Adamawa regions/ CameroQn
Number of positions: 01
Position based in: Maroua
Expected start date: July, 01 st 2023
Duration of the project: 5 years (2023-2027 )
Duration of Contract: 12 months (with possibility of extension)
ABOUT NE-CC
The National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon (NECC) is the Head Quarter of the Catholic Church in Cameroon, where the promotion of human dignity is at the center of the concerns of the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals). NECC works to ensure dignity of the human being, common good, subsidiarity and in solidarity of all humans. NECC’s development work in Cameroon is accomplished through, access to quality education, health, promoting commitment of the faithful for the reduction of inequalities and empowerment of vulnerable groups.
SUMMARY OF THE CoSMO PROJECT
The 5-year, approximately US$33 million Consolidating Systems and Services for the Management of Orphans and Vulnerable Children (CoSMO) Project funded by the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) will cover at least 68 health districts across all 10 regions of Cameroon. The program will be implemented by a consortium of local organizations led by the National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon (NECC) as from January 1, 2023.
The OVC program addresses the challenges of sustainable care and support to OVC by strengthening the capacities of the Government of the Republic of Cameroon (GRC), civil society, communities, and households to provide quality care and support to HIV-infected and affected children in Cameroon. Under the leadership of NECC, subrecipients’ partners, the Government of Cameroon and other stakeholders will work collaboratively to reach about 65,000 OVC and their families in health districts across the country where the HIV burden is high. The program consists of HIV prevention and case finding activities for OVC as well as ensuring community support for linkage to care and retention among children and adolescents living with HIV with the goal of contributing to HIV epidemic control by attaining and sustaining the 95-95-95 targets of UNAIDS.
TERMS OF REFERENCE JOB Summary
Under the supervision of the MEAL Manager, the MEAL Officer will assist project monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (MEAL) implementation at the
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zonal level, by working directly with sub recipient and community members, coordinating various MEAL-related project activities and events in support of National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon (NECC) work to serve the poor and vulnerable children. Your service and community relations skills ensure that the sub recipient and communities feed into and benefit from the project that consistently applies best practices and continuously works towards improving its impact. You will work closely with sub recipient, Zonal program team and the central MEAL team to ensure high quality data that enables the tracking of services provided to Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) in the Centre, Littoral, West and North-West region of Cameroon .
Duties and res onsibilities
Support the coordination and monitoring (including digital data collection) of MEAL-related project activities at the field level, ensuring implementation schedules are met as per the detailed activity plan, and that adherence to MEAL-related systems for quality project implementation are strengthened.
Monitor and report on MEAL-related activities at sub recipient. Compile data provided by sub recipient as per project requirements and contribute to the preparation of quality reports.
Coordinate communication and facilitate MEAL-related information sharing among the project team, sub recipient, and project beneficiaries at the community level to assist sub recipient in strengthening the community interest, involvement and support networks.
Champion the utilization of Project MEAL Management Information System (MIS) at the zonal level. Verify sub recipient data through project Management Information System to ensure set data quality standards are adhered to within specified reporting periods.
Oversee implementation of Data Quality Audit (DQA) activities as per USAID/PEPFAR DQA standards, as well as NECC Policies and Procedures at implementing partners level and ensure identified gaps have been action in a timely fashion.
In coordination with the project team support MEAL-related capacity-building events for sub recipient. Build capacity through mentorship, supportive supervision and training on data management and utilization, including the use of the project data collection tools, interpretation and analysis of key performance indicators, quality reporting to meet program requirements. Actively participate in regular joint supportive supervision visits to the implementing partners and ensure timely implementation of action plans.
Assist with the roll-out and implementation of the project’s feedback complaints and response mechanism (FCRM). Support actively seeking and responding to feedback from all members of targeted communities and other stakeholders as defined by the FCRM.
Liaise with various community stakeholders and mobilize them to ensure full involvement of community leaders, community representatives, and local government representatives in the overall implementation and improvement of project MEAL activities.
Coordinate regular data review meetings, including technical and MEAL teams to assess project performance against set targets and key activities.
Ensure standard beneficiary filing procedures are adhered to at the implementing partners level.
Contribute to program learning by posing thoughtful questions, reflecting upon and sharing with project management the information gathered from
community members and partners.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and experience
Master’s degree required in Biostatistics, Demography, Public Health, Epidemiology, Information System Management, or any relevant field.
At least 4 years of practical experience in Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning with an International NGO and preferably in the health sector. Advanced knowledge in the usage pf MS Excel for data analysis and visualization. The level of knowledge will be tested.
Proficient in data management/analysis software such as SPSS, Epidata /info,
Access, Stata, R, Python or another similar software.
Proficient in PowerBi or Tableau or similar software
Good knowledge on the usage of Microsoft Office 365 suite. Knowledge of case management and longitudinal analysis.
The following attributes will be a plus
Experience in HIV/ AIDS project/ programs
Knowledge in PEPFAR MER data requirements.
Personal ualities
Critical thinking and strong logical reasoning skills.
Observation, active listening and analysis skills with ability to make sound judgments.
Good relationship management skills and the ability to work closely with local partners and community members.
Ability to motivate partners and stakeholders to achieve shared objectives. Ability to coordinate multiple work flows with different stakeholders simultaneously.
Training and facilitation skills.
Attention to details, accuracy and timeliness in executing assigned responsibilities.
Proactive, results-oriented and service-oriented.
Ability to work under pressure and adapt to any change in project.
Langua e re Uired desired
• Writing, Reading, Speaking and Listening skills in French. Bilingualism would be a plus in any case.
Travel required: Regular travel to project zone.
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Supervisory: None
Internal: Chief of Party, Deputy chief of party-Program Quality, MEAL Manager, Information Systems Manager, Zonal Manager, MEAL Officer projects unit.
External: Implementing church partners and community based-organizations, Government of the Republic of Cameroon and other stakeholders, PEPFAR care and treatment (clinical partners) staff, USAID & PEPFAR representatives, consultants.
NECC-wide com etences for all NECC sta
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NECC
These are rooted in values, guiding principles, and mission of the Catholic Church and the NECC. They are required of each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results. These are:
Respect for the dignity of human being
Respect for the common good
Respect for the principle of subsidiarity
Respect for the principle of solidarity
Trust in all relationships
Professional growth
Partnership with others
Responsibility and accountability
Integrity
Responsibility and management
Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skills, efforts, tasks and responsibilities associated with the position.
NECC’s talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation. NECC is an equal opportunity employer.
HOW TO APPLY
Files MUST include:
l . Cover letter addressed to the Secretary General of NECC
2. CV of maximum 4 pages
3. List of at least 3 references, one of which should be a leader of a religious/faith community
4. Evidence of relevant academic / professional qualifications
5. Proof of professional experience.
You can apply by sending your applications to the following address: recruitment@necc-cenc.org
Mentioning “MEAL Officer, Zone 4 — CoSMO Project” in the subject line Deadline: 31/05/2023 at midnight Cameroon time.
Incomplete applications or applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
This position is reserved only for Cameroonian nationals.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
NB: In applying for this job, the applicant must understand that NECC protects human life at all costs and will require the applicant to do the same if recruited. NECC also asks its staff to treat all persons with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment,
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