Location: Honiara, Solomon Islands

Job Brief

• Lead the ASIPS’s MEL plan and framework implementation, analysis and reporting in line with DFAT’s standards
• Open to International applicants & Solomon Islands Citizens
• Full-Time contract until 30 June 2027

Program Background

Australia – Solomon Islands Program Support (ASIPS) Facility
The Australian Government, through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), has contracted DT Global to establish and manage its multi-sectoral facility, Solomon Islands Program Support (ASIPS). ASIPS is a mechanism through which operational and quality programming/development effectiveness support is provided to the Australian High Commission in Honiara (AHC) to advance priorities in the bilateral relationship with Solomon Islands. The Facility, managed by the Facility Support Unit (FSU), provides operational and technical expertise and resources to service a range of diverse service orders (SOs) – from large multi-year sector programs to small, one-off operational activities. The Facility also provides AHC with the flexibility to rapidly respond to opportunities and needs as they emerge.

ASIPS works across the Australian bilateral aid program, as well as provides support to the Australian High Commission administrations in Honiara. The range of support includes, but is not limited to:

• Procurement and contract management of technical assistance in Solomon Islands and remotely, and support to performance management across all sector programs.
• Provision of support services (including logistics and security management) for Australian Government’s deployees and technical advisers.
• Strategic advice, management, and reporting, including program management, infrastructure technical management, monitoring and evaluation, strategic communications financial management and grant management.
• The integration of the cross-cutting issues of gender equality, disability and social inclusion, climate change, indigenous participation, and localisation throughout program delivery.

About DT Global

DT Global is shaping a future where sustainable development and innovation empower individuals, communities, and nations. We work in partnership with local stakeholders to foster inclusive prosperity, social equity, and environmental stewardship. Our global team of 2,500 staff and experts work in over 90 countries to solve complex problems in the peacebuilding, governance, economic development, environment, and human development sectors. With a track record of technical excellence and more than 60 years of international development experience and relationships, we deliver innovative solutions that transform lives.

For more information, please see www.dt-global.com

The Role

The MEL Manager, under the direction of the ASIPS Facility Director and DEH Manager, will oversee the implementation and refinement of the ASIPS MEL plan and framework ensuring that project and sector level MEL support meets DFAT requirements.

The MEL Manager oversees the delivery of all aspects of MEL: the manager will lead in the implementation of ASIPS’s MEL plan and framework; ensure that data and evidence is used to inform decision making and lead analysis and reporting in line with DFAT’s standards. The MEL Manager will be a member of the Facility leadership team and will work with the FSU and across funded service orders to ensure that MEL is integrated, fit for purpose and useful.

Click on the link or copy paste it to access the full Terms of Reference for this position: https://rb.gy/zd2h6w

About You

• Tertiary qualifications, a professional MEL qualification and/or substantial experience leading MEL in a development context.
• A minimum of 10 years of practical and demonstrated experience in a role with responsibility for planning and implementing monitoring, evaluation and learning for a program or organisation, with responsibility for preparing high quality reports.
• Demonstrated experience working to DFAT’s Design and Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Standards.
• An understanding of capacity development in international development, program planning and strategies for measuring and evaluating capacity changes at individual, organisational and system levels. Ability to work effectively as part of a cross-cultural.
• Experience managing capacity development initiatives with a commitment to strengthening capabilities of MEL staff, local counterparts, and institutions.
• Experience working in GEDSI with a strong understanding of gender equality concepts and issues in the Pacific; and incorporation of GEDSI into MEL systems.
• Superior writing skills. Familiarity with Australian Government writing conventions and standards.
• High level communication, consultation and facilitation skills, and experience conveying complex information to stakeholders with varying levels of experience or ability.

Remuneration
Commensurate to the technical knowledge and years of relevant experience.

HOW TO APPLY

Click the 'Apply Now' button.

Applicants must provide details of any circumstances or relationships that constitute, or may constitute, a conflict or potential conflict of interest regarding this application, or any obligations under any formal agreement with the Australia Solomon Islands Program Support Facility, DT Global, or the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

Please submit

1) Your CV
2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteria

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Monday 6th May 2024 / 11:59 (Solomon Islands local time).

Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

DT Global is committed to child protection and safeguarding the welfare of children in the delivery of our international development programs. We are committed to Safety and the Prevention of Sexual Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), and bribery prevention. DT Global is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage women, men, people with diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities to apply. This program is funded by the Australian Government and Managed by DT Global.