Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant

The Palestinian Authority Capacity Enhancement Project (PACE) is working with the Palestinian Authority (PA) to improve the institutional capacity and the delivery of government services to citizens. The multi-year project is being implemented by Chemonics International Inc., a private international company, with funding from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). In anticipation of a possible extension of the project and subject to   available funds, PACE is seeking highly qualified and motivated individuals to fill long-term position.

 Key Responsibilities:

-Assist in implementing the project Performance Monitoring Plan (PMP) by ensuring all M&E data collected in a timely manner.
-Maintain USAID web-based Geo-MIS and TriNet systems and other project internal databases.
-Assist in implementing evaluation assignments for various project activities
-Maintain the project's M&E filing system and perform spot check and site visits to ensure data collection validity and reliability.
-Perform data entry for the project's collected data and  assist in data analysis and/ or create graphical results to feed the project reporting requirements and its communication products.

Qualifications:

-Bachelors degree in social science, statistics, or related field.
-At least 2 years of relevant work experience in monitoring and evaluation or social science research; experience in implementing monitoring and evaluation systems on USAID and/or other donor funded projects, in particular experience in USAID Geo-MIS and TraiNet, preferred.
-Good analytical skills and computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access; experience with relevant statistical analysis programs preferred.
-Strong communication skills and the ability to work with different stakeholders.
-Strong written and spoken communications skills in Arabic and English. 
-Ability to travel throughout the West Bank as needed.

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter to: [email protected] by Sunday, August 14, 2011 no later than 4 pm. Only short listed candidates will be contacted and we apologize in advance for not being able to respond to applicants who do not meet the aforementioned requirements. Applications will be accepted until positions are filled.