Position Title: Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) and Data Entry Assistant
Project: Inclusive Voices
Organization: Special Talent Exchange Program (STEP)
Location: Islamabad, Pakistan
Contract Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term
Reporting to: M&E Coordinator
Purpose of the Role:
The M&E and Data Entry Assistant will support the M&E Coordinator in data collection, entry, and management for the INGO funded disability rights project. This role is designed for candidates with a background in social sciences, who have experience with data entry and basic analysis. The M&E and Data Entry Assistant will ensure accurate data recording, assist in monitoring project activities, and help maintain high-quality data for reporting and analysis.
Key Responsibilities:
- Data Collection & Entry:
○ Assist in gathering data from project activities, including surveys, interviews, and field visits.
○ Accurately enter collected data into project databases and M&E systems, ensuring consistency and attention to detail.
○ Verify the accuracy of data entries and perform regular checks to maintain data quality. - Support for M&E Activities:
○ Assist the M&E Coordinator in tracking project indicators and progress against targets.
○ Help prepare data collection tools and templates, ensuring they align with the project’s monitoring framework.
○ Participate in field visits and support the collection of qualitative and quantitative data. - Data Management & Analysis:
○ Organize and maintain project data in an accessible and well-structured manner.
○ Perform basic data analysis, highlighting trends and discrepancies for review by the M&E Coordinator.
○ Assist in the preparation of data summaries, charts, and tables for inclusion in reports. - Reporting & Documentation:
○ Support the M&E team in compiling progress reports and documenting project activities.
○ Maintain detailed records of all data collection processes and updates to the M&E system.
○ Assist in drafting simple summaries and data reports as requested by the project team. - Capacity Building Support:
○ Provide basic guidance and support to project field staff on data collection and entry procedures.
○ Assist in training sessions related to M&E processes and data entry best practices.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Statistics, Information Management, or a related field.
- 1-2 years of experience in data entry, data management, or supporting M&E activities, preferably in the non-profit sector.
- Familiarity with M&E processes and basic data analysis techniques.
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Excel and basic database management.
- Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail.
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English and Urdu.
Key Competencies:
- High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
- Basic understanding of M&E frameworks and data management
- Proficiency in Excel and basic data analysis
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Good communication and interpersonal abilities
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of persons with disabilities, we encourage you to apply. Please send your resume along with your educational documents to info@step.org.pk by 26 November 2024. Ensure to include the position you are applying for in the email subject line.