Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Full-time
Staff positions
August 19, 2024
Department: Kashkul, the center for arts and culture at AUIS
Project: Mosul Maqam Project (Funded by the British Council’s Cultural Protection Fund, in partnership with the UK’s Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport.
About the Project:
Mosul Maqam, a project in which researchers gather stories of Maqam practitioners and guardians in Mosul. We aim to support the preservation of endangered Mosuli musical heritage for future generations by building a repository for the Mosuli Maqam. Our project also supports innovative ways to create new art forms that speak to younger audiences and open up multiple realities, narratives and futures. About the Cultural Protection Fund (CPF) Evaluation Toolkit: The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will utilize methodologies and approaches outlined in the British Council's Cultural Protection Fund Evaluation Toolkit to assess the effectiveness and impact of the Mosul Maqam Project.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Evaluation Planning and Design:
- Develop a comprehensive M&E plan for the Mosul Maqam Project, in line with the principles outlined in the CPF Evaluation Toolkit.
- Determine appropriate indicators, data collection methods, and evaluation frameworks to measure project outputs, outcomes, and impacts.
- Data Collection and Analysis:
- Implement a mixed-method approach to data collection, incorporating both standard and creative research methods as recommended in the toolkit.
- Utilize participatory methods such as Most Significant Change (MSC), Cultural Probes, and Ripple-Effects Mapping (REM) to engage beneficiaries and communities in the evaluation process.
- Collect and analyze qualitative and quantitative data to assess project progress and impact, including measures of heritage outcomes, social/societal impacts, economic impact, and wellbeing.
- Reporting and Communication:
- Prepare regular reports and evaluation findings for project stakeholders, adhering to the reporting structure and content ideas provided in the toolkit.
- Communicate evaluation results effectively to project team members, partners, funders, and other relevant stakeholders.
- Ensure transparency and ethical considerations in all aspects of data collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Continuous Learning and Improvement:
- Facilitate learning sessions with project staff and partners to reflect on evaluation findings and identify opportunities for project improvement.
- Contribute to the adaptive management of the project by providing timely feedback and recommendations based on evaluation results.
Minimal Qualifications:
- Bachelors or Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., social sciences, development studies, cultural heritage).
- Proven experience in monitoring and evaluation, particularly in the context of cultural preservation or development projects.
- Familiarity with evaluation methodologies and tools, including those outlined in the CPF Evaluation Toolkit.
- Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to collect, interpret, and present data effectively.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.
- Fluency in English and preferably Arabic.
For more information about the British Council Evaluation and Monitoring guidelines, please find the attached PDF below. Applications will be accepted until this position is filled. The successful candidate is expected to begin work as soon as possible.
To Apply:
Applicants should submit the following requirements via email, with “Monitoring and Evaluation Officer” in the subject line, to [email protected]:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae or résumé
Please refrain from making telephone inquiries. We appreciate the interest of all applicants and will only contact those who are being considered for a follow-up interview. AUIS is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, recognizing the significance of cultural diversity in education.
CPF evaluation toolkit:
No telephone calls, please. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for a follow-up interview. AUIS is an Affirmative Action / Equal Employment Opportunity employer that believes cultural diversity is essential to education.
