Project Officer Sr (Field Only)

Job Summary

As a member of the programming team under the direct supervision of the MEAL Program Manager, you will implement and report on all project monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning tasks, providing MEAL-related technical guidance and advice to staff and implementing partner(s) advancing Catholic Relief Services’ (CRS) work serving the poor and vulnerable. Your coordination and relationship management skills will ensure that the project for which you are responsible applies best practices in MEAL and constantly works towards improving the impact of its benefits to those we serve.

Roles and Key Responsibilities

• With local partner staff, organize and implement all assigned project MEAL activities including ICT for MEAL support as outlined in the detailed implementation plan in line with CRS program quality principles, standards and MEAL policies, procedures, and practices; donor MEAL requirements, and industry good practices.
• Ensure learning properly accompanies project activities throughout the project cycle. Support accountability through coordinating project evaluation activities and guiding partners in their efforts to reflect on project experiences. Analyze implementation challenges, especially data management and reporting, and report any inconsistencies and gaps to inform adjustments to plans and implementation schedules.
• Support implementation of the project’s feedback, complaints, and response mechanism (FCRM). Support actively seeking and responding to feedback from all members of targeted communities and other stakeholders as defined by the FCRM.
• Implement monitoring activities and processes according to the project’s detailed implementation plan and MEAL system. Ensure the quality of monitoring data through routine spot checks, verification, field level observation, and annual data quality assessments.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with local project stakeholders, coordinate field-level MEAL activities, mobilize local actors, and support the effective implementation and promotion of project activities, results, and impact. Identify and respond to key stakeholders’ information needs in MEAL activities, using a range of appropriate communication methods.
• Perform ad hoc inspections of various MEAL processes and resources at project sites to ensure timely project activities implementation and adherence to established standards and procedures.
• Support and coordinate MEAL capacity building and technical support activities to ensure assigned project MEAL activities are implemented per project guidelines and standards. Optimize partner participation and capacity development in the implementation of MEAL systems.
• Coordinate provision of any MEAL-related logistical and administrative support to staff and partners.

Ensure timely, project documentation for assigned MEAL activities is complete with all required documents and is filed per agency and donor requirements. Assist with preparation of data analysis reports and documentation of case studies and promising practices.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in development studies, social science, statistics, information technology, economics, public policy, or equivalent.
• Minimum 4 years of work experience in M&E role in challenging context
• Strong experience with data collection platforms such as CommCare or Kobo and data visualization tools such as PowerBI.
• Experience monitoring projects and collecting relevant data.
• Experience in participatory action planning and community engagement.
• Proficient in using MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications

• A master’s degree is preferred.
• Additional relevant certifications in Data & analytics, visualization and dashboards, Spatial analysis and mapping, research, information management, and AI.
• Experience working with and supporting local partners, and for an NGO would be a plus.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work effectively and sensitively in teams in challenging conflict-affected contexts
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to prevent and to resolve conflict
• Ability to communicate effectively with project stakeholders
• Observation, active listening and analysis skills with ability to make sound judgment
• Good relationship management skills and the ability to work closely with local partners and community members
• Attention to details, accuracy and timeliness in executing assigned responsibilities
• Proactive, resourceful, results-oriented and service-oriented

Duty Station: This position is based in Taunggyi, Southern Shan State, Myanmar

Required Languages: Burmese; fluent oral and written English language required. Ability to communicate in local languages will be considered an asset.

Travel: Must be willing and able to travel up to 50% to the field sites and/or other offices as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Agency Competencies (for all CRS Staff):

• Personal Accountability – Consistently takes responsibility for one’s own actions.
• Acts with Integrity - Consistently models values aligned with CRS Guiding Principles and mission. Is considered honest.
• Builds and Maintains Trust - Shows consistency between words and actions.
• Collaborates with Others – Works effectively in intercultural and diverse teams.
• Open to Learn – Seeks out experiences that may change perspective or provide an opportunity to learn new things.

Agency Leadership Competencies:

• Lead Change – Continually looks for ways to improve the agency through a culture of agility, openness, and innovation.
• Develops and Recognizes Others – Builds the capacity of staff to reach their full potential and enhance team and agency performance.
• Strategic Mindset – Understands role in translating, communicating, and implementing agency strategy and team priorities.

What We Offer: CRS offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including health and life insurance coverage, generous leave entitlements, 13 month bonus and family-friendly benefits such as maternity, paternity, sick, and compassionate leave. Employees also enjoy paid public holidays, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive work environment dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

About Us

Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. Catholic Relief Services works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality. Catholic Relief Services’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance, and peacebuilding. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

CRS welcomes candidates from the countries and regions in which we work. In the event the successful candidate is an expatriate, the anticipated duration of the assignment is informed by a term limit, based on the type and level of the job and the needs of the agency.

CRS is committed to safeguarding program participants, community members, staff and volunteers from all forms of exploitation and abuse. The successful candidate is expected to sign and adhere to CRS´ Code of Conduct.

CRS talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding the rights and dignity of all people - especially children and vulnerable adults - to live free from abuse and harm.

Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Remark: This position is only for Myanmar National

General Requirements

CRS offers are contingent on the selected candidate’s ability to legally work where the position is to be performed. Every government has a unique set of work permit eligibility requirements. All positions requiring residence or frequent travel outside a home country must undergo and clear a pre-employment medical clearance; some work permit processes require clearing a separate government administered medical examination.

CRS prioritizes candidates who are citizens/ permanent residents of the countries where we have CRS offices.

Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. Catholic Relief Services works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality. Catholic Relief Services’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance, and peacebuilding. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

CRS welcomes candidates from the countries and regions in which we work. In the event the successful candidate is an expatriate, the anticipated duration of the assignment is informed by a term limit, based on the type and level of the job and the needs of the agency.

CRS is committed to safeguarding program participants, community members, staff and volunteers from all forms of exploitation and abuse. The successful candidate is expected to sign and adhere to CRS´ Code of Conduct.

CRS talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding the rights and dignity of all people - especially children and vulnerable adults - to live free from abuse and harm.

Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.