The Aga Khan Foundation, Afghanistan (AKF (Afg)) is an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), a group of international, private, non-denominational development agencies working to improve living conditions and opportunities for people in some of the poorest parts of the developing world. The Network’s organizations have individual mandates that range from the fields of health and education to architecture, rural development and promotion of private-sector enterprise and institutions that seek to empower communities and individuals, usually in disadvantaged circumstances, to improve living conditions and opportunities.

The Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) is a non-denominational international development agency established in 1967 by His Highness the Aga Khan. Its mission is to develop and promote creative solutions to problems that impede social development, primarily in Asia and East Africa. Created as a private, non-profit foundation under Swiss law, it has branches and independent affiliates in 19 countries.
AKF seeks to provide sustainable solutions to long-term problems of poverty, hunger, illiteracy, and ill health. In Afghanistan, AKF works with rural communities in mountainous, remote or resource poor areas to improve quality of life in the areas of natural resource management, market development, governance, education, and health.

POSITION OBJECTIVE
Reporting to the PIU Lead, the Monitoring & Evaluation Coordinator will be based in EMERGe PIU in Kabul with the overall responsibility to oversee, manage and track project data, information and donor reporting. S/he will carry out frequent visits to the field liaising with implanting partners including with members of Afghanistan’s microfinance sector to enrich delivery of the program results. 

S/He will be responsible for supporting the proposed monitoring and evaluation, quality assurance and monitoring visits considering the M&E standards and approaches. The incumbent will contribute to i) the design of studies, ii) ensure data collection and quality and proper supervision in the field. He/She will also contribute to data analysis and reporting of various M&E activities and studies. The M&E Coordinator will provide support and technical assistance to PIU and other implementing partners of EMERGe on data management and reporting.  

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1.    Technical/management:
-    Lead on the design and implementation of project evaluation studies as proposed in EMERGe Project Appraisal Document (PAD through technical inputs in the areas of, design, implementation, analysis and reporting. 
-    Contribute to the preparation and facilitation of ToTs and enumerators training for all M&E related studies where required. 
-    Support the updates of projects PMF according to PAD in coordination with regional MERL and MIS coordinator. 
-    Support the data quality of all M&E related studies through proper supervision, training and feedback loops. 
-    Support the data extraction and provide data and information for proposal development and Global Core Indicators when needed. 
-    Organise and conduct joint monitoring visits of different program areas including quality control and quality assurance mechanisms. 
-    Support and contribute to program sectors monitoring processes by providing technical inputs and ensure that all monitoring reports are documented and presented. 
-    Work with regional teams where required regarding monitoring of programs and support capacity building of teams at regional and national levels. 
-    Support the performing quality assurance visits and its reports where required both at NPO and Regional levels. 

2.    Reporting:
-    Reports of Head of EMERGe PIU regarding data cleaning, analysis and quality checks. 
-    Support the overall reporting for M&E related studies including baseline, midline and end-line. 
-    Contribute and support the dissemination events including developing power point presentations, agenda and handouts. 
-    Ensure that all M&E related studies are followed by field reports which later complement the studies’ reports. 
-    Ensure that all monitoring findings are reported on time to relevant sources. 
-    In close collaboration with regional teams, support the dissemination of monitoring findings and ensure that feedback is recorded. 

3.    Coordination:
-    Lead on the coordination of all M&E related studies. 
-    Lead and coordination on timelines, budget, responsibilities and expected deliverables of M&E studies. 
-    Support the coordination of all monitoring visits with national program themes & sectors and regional offices. 
-    Support the coordination of reporting and dissemination events at national and regional levels. 
-    Support and coordinate the planned ToTs and training of enumerators with regional MERL teams as required.
 
4.    Commitment to Child Safeguarding/ Child Protection:
-    To carry out the responsibilities of the role in a way which reflects AKF (Afg)’s commitment to protecting children, vulnerable groups, disabled rights in accordance with the Child Safeguarding Policy and other relevant policies.

OCCASIONAL SIGNIFICANT DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
-    Overall, Responsible for the support of Monitoring and Evaluation planned and proposed activities under various proposals according to their PMF(s). 
-    Contribute to / and coordinate the dissemination of monitoring and evaluation findings. 
-    Perform any duty assigned by the supervisor.

DECISION-MAKING & AUTHORITY
1.    Management and supervision
-    Update team member for any special task and support.
-    Ensure that consultation with staff, beneficiaries and partners is a key element of AKF’s work.
2.    Technical
-    Support the planning and implementation of planned ToTs, Enumerators training and monitoring visit. 
-    Support the team and contribute to teamwork environment within MERL.

JOB SPECIFICATION
-    Bachelor’s Degree in social sciences, economics, computer science or related field, master degree is preferred.
-    Minimum 05 years of experience in the field of M&E with a reputed INGO/NGO in Afghanistan.
-    Experience with database management.
-    Proficiency in Google Earth, MIS, GIS, Microsoft Office mainly Excel, Word and Power Point including online data management and data entry platforms.
-    Proficiency in Power BI, ODK, ONA & KOBOO will be a distinct advantage.

REQUIRED CORE COMPETENCIES
-    Good oral and written skills in English.
-    Experience working in tough environments with many environmental challenges.
-    Promoting Organizational learning and knowledge sharing.
-    Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.
-    Adaptable and professional attitude with excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills.

APPLICATION
Interested applicants should submit their CV along with a cover letter to Jobs.afghanistan@akdn.org no later than 11th July 2024.

Important Notes:
•    Please quote the Vacancy Number as the Subject of the e-mail when applying.
•    No supporting documents (e.g., diplomas, recommendation letters, identification card(s) etc.) are required at this stage.
•    Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for further assessment.
•    Salary scale: Grade C based on NTA Salary scale.

Aga Khan Foundation Afghanistan recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to equal opportunity and safeguarding of children, beneficiaries, partners, community members and employees in accordance with AKF(Afg)’s safeguarding policy. 

Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Your details and information shared on this advertisement shall remain confidential.

The Aga Khan Foundation Afghanistan (AKF- Afg) promotes a transparent and equitable recruitment process. We reiterate that all services related to job applications, including processing, seminars, and training programs, are provided free of charge.

Our official job announcements are posted on the ACBAR website (acbar.org/jobs). Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications through our designated email address:  jobs.afghanistan@akdn.org. Please note that each job vacancy is assigned a unique identification number for your reference. After you submit your application, you will immediately receive an automatic confirmation acknowledging its receipt.

Aga Khan Foundation - Afghanistan (AKF- Afg) recruitment and selection process reflect our commitment to equal opportunity and protecting children and at-risk adults, beneficiaries, partners, community members and employees from safeguarding violations. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children and at-risk adults are recruited to work for us. In the process of recruitment, selection and appointment AKF (Afg) implement a range of procedures and vetting checks including criminal records disclosures to ensure everyone associated with AKF (Afg) is kept free from harm and abuse is prevented.

Protection from Sexual Exploitation Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) is the responsibility of everyone, and all selected individuals will be required to comply with AKF (Afg)s Safeguarding Policy at all times.

By sharing your cover letter and resume with AKF (Afg) in response to this job application, applicants consent AKF (Afg) to keep this information on file for Recruitment and Human Resources Management purposes.
We request all job seekers to be attentive and report any instances of individuals or entities claiming to charge fees on behalf of AKF Afghanistan to AKFA.HR@akdn.org. Our commitment to ethical practices ensures that your career aspirations are supported without any financial burden during recruitment.