Field Monitoring Assistant

About Secours Islamique France:

Since its founding in 1991, Secours Islamique France considers that diversity is wealth. We study therefore all applications to the extent that they present the skills required for the position to be filled.

Our organization is particularly concerned with the ethical and deontological dimensions in all its activities. we therefore reserve the right to systematically check criminal records during the recruitment process, in accordance with current law. In line with this policy, SIF practices zero tolerance towards any type of fraud, corruption, harassment, abuse, or violence of any nature whatsoever, and, more generally, any violation of legislation, regulations, or the code of conduct established internally.

SIF is a humanitarian organization, and the principle of “Do no harm” is therefore central: we ensure that respect and the safety of the children we support in our projects is a primary consideration for all our collaborators and partners. Our charter is a real commitment: we mobilize all of our staff in the promotion, dissemination, and respect for the principles laid down.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

Achieving our mission begins with how we build our team and work together. Through our commitment to enriching our organization with people of different origins, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of thinking, we are better able to leverage the collective power of our teams and solve the world’s most complex challenges. We strive for a culture of trust and respect, where everyone contributes their perspectives and authentic selves, reaches their potential as individuals and teams, and collaborates to do the best work of their lives.

We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening, and evolving to become more diverse, equitable, and inclusive than we are today.

Position Summary:

The Field Monitoring Assistant will play a key role in the daily monitoring and evaluation of the School Meal Program by conducting regular visits to schools, collecting and entering data, and ensuring the smooth implementation of the program. The position requires strong attention to detail, data collection skills, and a commitment to improving the quality of the school meal program.

Field Monitoring:

• Conduct daily visits to schools where meals are provided to monitor the distribution and quality of meals.
• Ensure compliance with program guidelines and standards during school visits.
• Observe and report on the condition and cleanliness of meal preparation and serving areas.

Data Collection and Entry:

• Collect quantitative and qualitative data related to meal distribution, student attendance, and feedback from school staff and students.
• Use standardized data collection tools to ensure consistency and accuracy in data gathering.
• Enter collected data into the program's database promptly and accurately.
• Maintain up-to-date records of all monitoring activities and findings.

Reporting:

• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly monitoring reports to the M&E Officer.
• Highlight any issues or irregularities observed during field visits and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist in the preparation of detailed analytical reports based on collected data.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure the quality and accuracy of data collected during field visits.
• Verify and cross-check data to ensure its reliability and validity.
• Identify areas for improvement in data collection processes and tools.

Coordination and Communication:

• Work closely with school staff, including teachers and administrators, to facilitate smooth data collection and address any concerns.
• Collaborate with other field monitoring assistants and team members to share insights and best practices.
• Maintain regular communication with the M&E Officer to provide updates on field activities and findings.

Capacity Building:

• Participate in training sessions and capacity-building activities organized by the program.
• Support the M&E Officer in training school staff on data collection and reporting procedures.

Compliance:

• Ensure all field activities comply with organizational policies, donor requirements, and relevant regulations.
• Adhere to ethical standards in data collection, including obtaining informed consent and maintaining confidentiality.

Position Type/Working Hours:

This is a full-time position with 40 working hours per week. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Competencies          

• Respect and promote SIF values and mandate, and report to the line manager any non-respect of SIF’s policies amongst the teams or partners.
• Address needs and requests in a professional way.
• Always interact with children in the presence of their parents or caregivers.
• Always respect beneficiaries’ confidentiality.
• Report any incident or act that causes harm to beneficiaries or to others.
• Aware of child protection/safeguarding concepts.
• To establish and maintain effective working relations with people of different cultural backgrounds.
• Strong cross-cultural communication skills.
• Rigorous and polite.