Yemen - Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Background
	Creative Associates International (Creative) is a dynamic and fast-growing professional services firm that specializes in international development in the areas of education, democratic transitions and stabilization in post-conflict environments. Based in Washington, D.C., the firm has field presence in 20 countries worldwide with a strong and diverse portfolio that includes global contracts with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and other clients including the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Defense. The firm has earned a solid reputation among its clients and missions worldwide and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike. Creative’s Communities in Transition (CIT) Division works with nations and local communities worldwide to promote participatory, peaceful, and democratic approaches to change. CIT provides immediate assistance in conflict and post-conflict environments, including high-impact community rehabilitation services, long-term projects that strengthen civil society and its capacity to participate in democratic reform. Creative’s programs promote dialogue, reconciliation and participation that foster stability and sustainable development. Creative is seeking Senior Monitoring & Evaluation Officer candidates for a Community Livelihoods Project (CLP) in Yemen.
	Primary Responsibilities
	The Senior Monitoring & Evaluation Officer will provide the following: Establish and maintain management/field systems to monitor direct implementation, grant activities and sub-grantees Manage and strengthen M&E unit capabilities to identify and conduct relevant research Support field teams to capture data as part of CLP’s stability indicator framework Prepare PMP plans to meet strategic objectives Monitor and report against PMP plan in coordination with program staff Identify and develop concepts for projects and contribute to grant preparation as assigned Conduct impact assessments, baseline studies, surveys and need assessments to identify future project opportunities Consolidate internal weekly program reports to quarterly and annual reports Conduct and participate in professional training and development activities Provide monthly consolidated M&E reports to CLP and Creative management Coordinate with the USAID third-party Monitoring and Evaluation program in Yemen Contribute to the development of the program team by modeling positive and productive professional work relationships Represent the program positively and professionally in both internal and external relations and situations Report to the Deputy Chief of Party
	Required Skills and Qualifications
	Master’s degree or equivalent in international development or related field 3-5 years of international, donor-funded development experience, particularly in M&E and data management Familiar with USAID rules & regulations Organizational acumen, excellent interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and excellent oral and written English communication skills required Support/train staff in project planning, monitoring, project reviews and reporting
	Desired Skills and Qualifications
	Fluency in Arabic Middle East or North Africa Experience
	Type of Post
	Unaccompanied
	Application Instructions
	To apply for this position, please complete and submit our simple on-line form, where you can upload your résumé and other documents.
	Only if you are unable to submit online, may you send your résumé and cover letter by e-mail to Recruitment@CreativeDC.com with "Yemen - Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Officer CODE:FLD49059" on the subject line. Please note only finalists will be contacted. No phone calls please. Creative is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA).