ABOUT THE ROLE

Defending and promoting human rights in Burkina Faso, Senegal and Sierra Leone is part and parcel of Amnesty International’s Dakar Regional Office mandate. For several years Amnesty International has been documenting serious human rights violations with specific regards to FGM, child marriage and other forms of gender-based violence. This situation deprives victims or their families of their right to justice and reparation and constitutes a blank cheque for perpetrators. In this context, Amnesty International advocates towards national authorities and the international community for the fight against impunity.

JOB PURPOSE

Ensure that MEAL systems and capacity building effectively serve the Burkina Faso, Senegal and Sierra Leone projects on justice with smooth and timely delivery. The successful candidate will also ensure the team adheres to Amnesty International’s Human Rights Education (HRE) guidelines and policies; support a culture and practice of reliable planning, monitoring, evaluation, accountability and reporting; develop, update and coordinate relevant monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities and events; support the capacity the regional office and promote knowledge transfer internally and externally.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitoring and evaluation (M&E)

Design and implement a comprehensive M&E framework in collaboration with the relevant stakeholders; Monitor overall programme delivery and progress (activities, objectives, expenditure and risk) through regular communication, reporting, virtual programme review meetings and field visits; Design data collection and archive tools for the project; incorporate field and technical team feedback to ensure the continuous improvement of data management systems.

Reporting

Ensure the timely submission of reports by the program team and review them thoroughly. Support the Programme Coordinator to consolidate and submit annual narrative reports.

Accountability, Capacity Building and Learning

Ensure that all project partners and activities adhere to accountability requirements; Ensure the documentation and capitalisation of resources and data generated by the project; Share learning and provide constructive comments to colleagues in order to ensure programme quality. Build capacity of staff through training with regards to data monitoring and archive tools and be compliant with all policies regarding safeguarding and child protection.

Relationships, networking and other

Maintain relationships with technical staff within the International Secretariat and across the movement; Identify and develop relationships with relevant regional or international organisations and networks which could provide resources, technical support and/or strengthen communication/advocacy.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Proven capacity in developing and implementing monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) frameworks and tools.

• Significant experience of working for an international NGO, supporting local partners and managing donor-funded programmes.
• Knowledge of programme cycle management concepts and tools.
• Experience with safeguarding and child protection standards and protocols.
• Knowledge of human rights issues and developments in Burkina Faso, Senegal and Sierra Leone.
• Proven experience in the timely preparation and submission of clear and concise reports.
• Excellent verbal and written skills in English and French.
• Willingness to travel to Burkina Faso, Senegal and Sierra Leone.

ABOUT US

Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 10 million people who campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all. We reach almost every country in the world.

Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, fairness, freedom and truth wherever they’re denied. And whether we’re applying pressure through powerful research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations or online campaigning, we’re all inspired by hope for a better world. One where human rights are respected and protected by everyone, everywhere.

At Amnesty International, we are passionate about what we do and we are proud of our achievements as a movement. To compensate our employees for the critical work they do, we reward them through a combination of an attractive and sector competitive salary and benefits package, high levels of engagement and involvement, and a commitment to employee development.

Benefits include 37 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays and grace days), pension scheme, employee assistance programme, life assurance and many more benefits designed to suit your own personal lifestyle. All of this, in a professional, engaging environment.

For further information on our benefits, please visit https://www.amnesty.org/en/careers/benefits/

WHAT WE HOPE YOU WILL DO NEXT

If you are talented, passionate about human rights and want to use your skills, knowledge and experience to change the world then we would encourage you to click ‘Apply for this Role’ below.

Freedom, Justice, Equality. Let’s get to work.

N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.

How to apply

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