CARE is a non-governmental, non-political, non-profit, non-partisan and non-sectarian humanitarian organization, extending its relief and development assistance to those in need. CARE, as an International Confederation of 13 member organizations is one of the world's largest private humanitarian organizations working in more than 90 plus, countries committed to helping communities in the developing world achieve lasting victories over poverty.

1. Summary of Key Functions

• Ensure MEL system is in place at the program level and all projects MEL system are responsive of the of the program and donor MEL requirements;
• Supervise the work of MEL Officers for the specific program;
• Ensure the program and project MEL requirements are timely addressed;
• Visit the programming areas to monitor and review the implementation and utilization of MEL tools at all levels and ensure quality of programming at the field;
• Design MEL system at the program level to capture required qualitative and quantitative results for reflection and learning; 
• Co-lead the researches at the program level;
• Collect and report results at the program level;
• Coordination of program MEL with program stakeholders; and  
• Assist in design of new initiatives by provision of required MEL supports.

2. Key relations           

• Ensures coordination of program MEL activities with the CARE senior management, head of programs, Project Managers, Program Quality Unit, Field Operation Coordinator (FoC), Provincial Manager(s) and other relevant bodies
• S/he is external responsible to extend coordination with partners, communities, NGOs and government relevant sectors.

3. Duty Location

• CARE Main office (Kabul), with travel to project location(s)

4. Key Results Expected

Monitoring Evaluation and Learning (MEL):

The MEL Supervisor ensure proper MEL system is in place for the assigned program to achieve the following results:

• The system is responsive to CARE and donor requirements and the program stakeholders  
• The system captures qualitative and quantitative data
• Results of the program is well reflected in all communication types (in particular reports, stakeholder meetings, and publications)
• MEL system is able to propose changes for improvement in program implementation
• Co-lead implementation of research at the program level

Data Management and reporting:

The MEL Supervisor is responsible for data management and reporting of the assigned program to achieve the following results;

• Sound data collection tools is in place that can capture ad provide accurate and timely information on program results
• Ensure the standard documentation at the program level
• Analytical reports timely prepared to assist in decision making at program and country office at the whole
• Data on results of the project(s) collected regularly and feed in program data management system
• The program results are well reflected in publications and reports

Field Monitoring:

The MEL Supervisor is responsible to conduct frequent visits from program operation in the field to ensure;

• Ensure program MEL requirements are will addressed by the projects in the field
• Head of Program and concerned bodies are informed of critical issues that affect program implementation
• Ensure proper MEL system applied in the field that is responsive to the program requirements

Teamwork and coordination:

• MEL issues of the program coordinated with CARE concerned functions
• Strengths and weaknesses in existing MEL system identified and modified with coordination and support from MEL Manager and MEL Officers of the specific program
• Capacity of the program MEL staff at the main office and field developed on monitoring, evaluation and learning, data management and reporting  

Teamwork and cooperation exist within MEL unit and with other functions

Safeguarding Responsibilities:

• Uphold CARE’s Safeguarding Policy (https://www.care-international.org/resources/care-international-safeguarding-policy) and Safeguarding Code of Conduct.
• Must read the Safeguarding Policy and either sign the Safeguarding Code of Conduct or sign a Code of Conduct that is consistent with or references this policy and Safeguarding Code of Conduct.

Safety and Security Responsibility:

We all have a responsibility to promote a safe and secure work environment, foster a safety and security culture, and ensure consistent application of, and compliance with, CARE Afghanistan safety and security policies and procedures.

Core Competencies:

• Data base development concepts, Data management concepts, M&E concepts, Project design, M&E system set-up and operationalization, Qualitative techniques for monitoring, Quantitative techniques for data collection, Data analysis, Reporting and digital data collection and Kobo.

Education: 

• Bachelor Degree in relevant fields (preferably in social science, economics, statistics, business administration, computer science…etc.)

Work Experience:

• Minimum 5 years work experience in MEL, Data Management, MIS or other relevant fields. 

Languages Skills:

• Fluency in spoken and written English, Dari and Pashtu.

Safeguarding

CARE places human dignity at the center of its relief and development work. At the heart of CARE’s efforts to impact poverty and social justice is its engagement with marginalized communities, and vulnerable adults and children. Vulnerable adults and children are particularly at risk of sexual exploitation and abuse. CARE commits to the protection from sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse and of vulnerable adults and children, involving CARE Employees and Related Personnel. CARE has a zero tolerance toward sexual exploitation and abuse and child abuse. CARE takes seriously all concerns and complaints about sexual exploitation, harassment and abuse and child abuse involving CARE Employees and Related Personnel

CARE Afghanistan  participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we hereby request information from candidate’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the candidate left employment. All CARE Afghanistan’s offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By submitting an application, the applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

• Please submit your completed CARE Standard Job application form (ACBAR: Application Form) to afg.vacancies@care.org.
• Applications after the closing date (12:00 AM) and without CARE Application form will not be accepted.
• Please Indicate the position title, Vacancy Number in the Subject Line (Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Supervisor CARE-AF-0835 Kabul) otherwise your application will not be considered.
• Please note that there is no telephonic inquiry and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted with and call for Interview.
• The successful applicant will be expected to undergo a Background Check, Bridger check & Reference check and be compliant and sign up to Care Afghanistan’s Code of Conduct, PSHA (Prevention from Sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse) and other Care Afghanistan policies prior to a final offer being made.
• People with Physical Disabilities and Women are highly encourage to apply.
• CARE IS COMMITTED TO SAFEGUARDING POLICY (Available at: Safeguarding)
• CARE IS COMMITTED TO CODE OF CONDUCT (Available at: CARE Afg Code of Conduct (updated).pdf)