IMPACT Initiatives REACH Cash & Markets Assessment Officer Jobs in Ethiopia

IMPACT Initiatives REACH Cash & Markets Assessment Officer Jobs in Ethiopia

Summary

The REACH Cash & Markets Assessment Officer (C&M AO) shall be responsible for:

• Designing and implementing an overall cash and markets assessment strategy for the REACH Ethiopia mission, developing corresponding analytical frameworks and methodologies;

• Managing the Ethiopia Joint Market Monitoring Initiative (JMMI) on behalf of the Ethiopia Cash Working Group (EECWG) and alongside the Collaborative Cash Delivery Network (CCD); overseeing coordination, data collection and output production; further developing methodology, tools and products;

• Leading the JMMI Taskforce (JMMI-TF) and organizing meetings as needed, thereby ensuring full buy-in from EECWG and CCD partners;

• Compiling and analysing available REACH data related to cash and markets to produce market reports on Ethiopia;

• Leading on in-depth market assessments including research design, coordinating logistical aspects, overseeing data collection and analysis as well as writing assessment reports and factsheets;

• Providing information management support to REACH Ethiopia and its partners through in-depth data analysis, technical training development, macro development, when possible;

• Actively advocating for the establishment of a community of practice around common methodologies, tools and analysis;

• Actively participating in regular coordination/cluster meetings (particularly EECWG; FLS, WASH and other working groups as needed) meetings; providing regular market updates;

• Building capacity of project staff, particularly in terms of data cleaning, output production as well as external engagement;

• Providing technical backstop for other REACH Assessment officers on topics related to cash & markets;

• Working to ensure the harmonisation of cash & markets-related indicators among critical, nation-wide assessments (REACH HSM, FEWS NET, SMART, WFP VAM, GoE NIMS);

• Supporting the development / revision of assessment / programme strategies, reports or new proposals;

Assessment Management and Coordination

### Objective 1.1: Manage the Joint Market Monitoring Initiative (JMMI)

The JMMI is a regular market data collection exercise in collaboration with 14 members from the CCD. Critical market indicators are assessed on a monthly basis across Ethiopia. The JMMI was initiated by the CCD & REACH in early 2020. It is guided by the JMMI Taskforce (JMMI-TF), led by REACH and supported by the EECWG members. The C&M AO co-leads the JMMI-TF alongside the CCD and is responsible for the management and continued roll out of the initiative. S/he is responsible for continued development of tools and methodology, in close collaboration with the JMMI-TF and other technical partners. S/he supervises project staff and oversees coverage/partner/field team coordination, data collection, data cleaning and output production (and develop staff capacity in those areas as needed). S/he codes analysis scripts (in R) and adjusts existing ones as needed. S/he builds on existing data cleaning, analysis and output production SOPs and ensure all processes are fully documented. S/he makes adjustments to JMMI outputs (factsheets, datasets and online dashboard) as needed. S/he actively expands the initiative, aims to include additional partners (e.g. international organizations, NGOs, national partners) and works with various clusters (e.g. FSL, shelter/NFI, WaSH, CCCM) and other market monitoring systems (e.g. WFP-VAM, FAO-Climis & FEWSNET) to increase coverage, reach and impact of the initiative.

### Objective 1.2: Conduct Rapid Market Assessments (RaMA)

The C&M AO is responsible for identifying the utility of rapid market assessment and then implementing Assessments in a time-sensitive manner. S/he is responsible for research design and tool development, identifying assessment areas (based on EECWG partner interests, JMMI findings and relevance for overall Ethiopian market system), managing assessment budgets, coordinating logistics with partner organisations, overseeing and actively participating in the data collection processes, as well as analysing and reporting on findings.

### Objective 2.1: Regular analysis of available market data, as well as synthesis, dissemination and presentation of key findings

The C&M AO gathers market assessments from partners and collects other relevant studies. S/he is responsible for the regular analysis of all available market data (including JMMI, HSM, FEWSNET as well as other market assessments and reports), piecing information streams together and

regularly synthesising and presenting key findings both internally and externally. S/he conducts longitudinal studies of JMMI data reports on findings.

### Objective 3.1: Provide technical support to REACH Ethiopia on tool design, implementation and analysis of market indicators

The C&M AO works closely with the Assessment Manager to act as the REACH Ethiopia-internal focal point for all assessments related to cash & markets.

### Objective 4.1: Continue and advance active engagement with Ethiopia Cash Working Group (EECWG)

The C&M AO actively participates in regular ECWG and CCD meetings. S/he provides regular market updates and advocates for the importance of a better understanding of market dynamics for cash programming (and cash feasibility considerations). S/he continues to actively engage with the ECWG and builds on REACH’s critical advisory role, and explores options on how REACH may expand its role within the ECWG. S/he continues to act as a CCD/EECWG focal point for market-related topics and discussions. In close collaboration with the ECWG coordinator and ECWG partners, s/he identifies information gaps as well as opportunities on how to fill them.

REACH Reporting

The C&M AO is responsible for consolidating all analyses and conclusions from each assessment into IMPACT products such as factsheets, reports and briefs using standard formats.

S/he is responsible for following the designated timeline of reports to be submitted to project partners and donors.

S/he must ensure the writing of timely and accurate assessment reports and factsheets, ensuring the quality and accuracy of technical information provided as well as the confidentiality and protection of collected information.

S/he will ensure that assessment reports contribute to aid coordination and planning and add to the general base of field knowledge in the country for all organisations working in the areas.

S/he will also manage the drafting of narrative reports and contribute to the development of financial reports through regular budgetary follow-up.

The C&M AO will also store, organize and disseminate assessments, project documents and best practices among partners and potential partners. S/he will coordinate timely and accurate reporting to IMPACT.

HR Management

The C&M AO is responsible for day-to-day management of project and field staff both directly and remotely.

He/she is expected to guide and direct IMPACT staff and prepare and follow up workplans with each staff member that directly reports to him/her

Requirements

• Excellent academic qualifications, including a Master degree in relevant discipline (e.g. economics, statistics, international development);

• At least 2 years’ experience working in humanitarian settings required;

• At least 6 months’ experience leading cash & markets related assessment preferred;

• Previous coordination experience with external partners is an asset;

• Excellent analytical skills;

• Excellent communication and drafting skills for effective reporting;

• Ability to innovate and develop new ideas;

• Ability to implement humanitarian assessments, both qualitative and quantitative;

• Ability to operate in a cross-cultural environment requiring flexibility;

• Excellent team management skills;

• Familiarity with the aid system, and understanding of donor requirements;

• Prior knowledge of the region an asset;

• Fluency in English required;

• Advanced XLSForm (ODK, KoBo) skills required;

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel are required;

• Ability to operate Adobe InDesign and Illustrator is required;

• Ability to operate GIS is an asset;

• High level of autonomy and willingness to spend time in deep field locations with harsh living conditions;

• Ability and willingness to actively build capacity of local staff

Comditions

• Salary defined by the IMPACT salary grid; educational level, expertise, hardship, security, and performance are considered for pay bonus;

• Additional monthly living allowance;

• Free food and lodging provided at the organisation’s guesthouse or housing allowance (depending on contract length and country of assignment);

• Transportation costs covered, including additional return ticket + luggage allowance;

• Provision of medical, life, and repatriation insurance + retirement package

How to Apply

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