Freedom House promotes the spread of freedom and democracy around the world through research, effective advocacy, and programs that support frontline activists. We are a leader in identifying threats to freedom through our highly regarded analytic reports, including Freedom in the World, Freedom of the Press, Freedom on the Net, Nations in Transit, and Countries at the Crossroads. With 13 field offices and two U.S. offices, we support the right of every individual to be free.
Position Summary
The Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Analyst will perform responsibilities necessary to day-to-day monitoring of the impact of program activities. She/he will assist with program design, the development of monitoring and evaluation plans and tools, data management and analysis, program reporting and maintenance of the Performance Management Plan, and production of analysis. This position is based in Mexico City and repots to the Project Director.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, or related field; Master’s degree strongly preferred
- Minimum 4-6 years of experience in designing, overseeing and implementing impact evaluations, or combination of education, training and experience
- Strong ability to communicate effectively in English and Spanish, both verbally and in writing
- Experience conducting impact evaluations for non-governmental or non-profit organizations
- Strong knowledge of human rights principles and mechanisms, and understanding of democracy promotion
- Experience with human rights defense and advocacy for fundamental freedoms in Mexico
- Mastery of MS Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and project and database management
- Experience with qualitative and quantitative M&E data collection and analysis methods, including tracking outcome indicators and conducting program evaluations
- Proposal development experience with design, monitoring and evaluation, including indicator development
- Strong ability to plan, organize, prioritize work, and multi task to meet tight deadlines
- Ability to learn database and other specialized software and observe security procedures
- Ability to apply superb attention to detail and consistently produce timely and error free work
- Strong ability to apply interpersonal skills, and collaborate with others and successfully work as an effective team member
- Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality regarding all aspects of work at all times
Some Duties and Responsibilities
- Design and operationalize M&E plans for Mexico Project (s)
- Contribute to the program’s overall aim to create a toolkit and data-driven examples of program success
- Train and advise staff in the use and implementation of M&E tools and processes, including indicators, data collection, methodologies, measurement tools and analysis, and reporting protocols
- Oversee responsible and effective data collection activities
- Develop strategic and safe data storage solutions for program team
- Assist staff in conducting in-depth assessments for reporting on program activities
- Provide analytical, data-driven contributions to toolkit and case studies
- Ensure adherence to USAID and other funders’ M&E requirements and regulations
- Support Freedom House’s ongoing advocacy of freedom of expression issues through contributions to FH publications, articles, and other releases
- Other related duties as assigned
Qualified and Interested applicantsWe invite qualified candidates to send a resume, and cover letter with salary history and desired salary (only candidates who send salary requirements will be considered for the position) to: recruiting@freedomhouse.org or fax at (202) 822-3893, Attention: HR Dept., referencing 2012-140 M&E Analyst Mexico City. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
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