Responsibility
The Field Monitor’s responsibilities include the following and not limited to:
Monitoring and Data Collection at the Field Level

Conduct frequent field visits to project sites to observe distribution process activities, interview stakeholders, and gather information.
Review project reports, financial records, and other relevant documentation on-site.
Conduct structured/unstructured interviews with beneficiaries, cooperating partners (CPs), and government/community stakeholders to gather feedback and assess impact.
Ensure regular situation updates on data collection are properly communicated. Provide support and follow-up on identified challenges during the data collection process.
Administer monitoring tools during distribution activities for both quantitative and qualitative monitoring.

Data Analysis and Reporting

Organize and compile data collected from field visits, interviews, and documents.
Verify the accuracy and reliability of the collected data through cross-checking, triangulation, and validation processes.
Analyze data to identify trends, challenges, and successes related to project implementation and outcomes.
Write detailed reports that summarize findings, observations, issues, and recommendations.
Present monitoring findings to relevant stakeholders, including cooperating partners (CP), government representatives, and beneficiaries at the field level.
Conduct post-distribution debriefs and provide feedback to government and community stakeholders and cooperating partners on best practices, lessons learned, and improvement areas.
Routine communication of all field monitoring activities, work order progress, and other key findings to management promptly and effectively.
Foster strategic partnerships with key stakeholders in the field; establish and maintain a network of Local stakeholders (Bulamas, local government officials, and other local authorities) to ensure the smooth running of monitoring activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree/HND with a strong focus on both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies preferred.
Minimum of 2 years working in humanitarian responses.
Substantial knowledge regarding conducting data collection in an NGO.
Previous experience in Third Party Monitoring (TPM) is an asset.
Strong skills with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Drive, and other cloud-based software tools 
Strong technical writing skills
Experience collecting information using hand-held GPS devices
Experience using ODK for quantitative data collection
Experience conducting focus group discussions, or the ability to learn rapidly
Positive attitude and a willingness to learn
Excellent communication and time management skills
Ability to operate in a cross-cultural environment requiring flexibility
Fluency in written and spoken fluency in English is a must; additional fluency in Hausa is preferred
Ability to work independently.
Willing to work in security-prone areas
Internal and External Relations