Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer

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Help us reimagine the University.

We are Fulbright University Vietnam (“Fulbright”), Vietnam’s first independent, non-profit, liberal arts university. We are an expanding international team of educational innovators, with deep roots in Vietnam, strong political and financial backing, and connections to educational institutions around the world. We believe in the power of collaboration, transdisciplinary thinking, and risk-taking, and we understand that effective education requires putting students at its center. Globally integrated but deeply embedded in Vietnamese society, Fulbright is dedicated to providing a world-class education, utilizing the latest advancements in institutional design, teaching, learning, technology, and other fields, to create an institution that is both innovative and globally relevant. Importantly, Fulbright is committed to serving Vietnamese society through rigorous research and responsible civic engagement.

Our flagship campus will be located in Saigon Hi-Tech Park, in Ho Chi Minh City (District 9). Until phase 1 of campus construction is completed, we are located at Crescent Plaza, Tan Phu, in Ho Chi Minh City (District 7).

Job purpose

The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer will provide technical support and oversight on program-level monitoring, evaluation, and reporting activities under USAID-funded and other sponsored projects at Fulbright. The M&E Officer will work with the Grant Management Specialist to ensure the completion of monitoring and evaluation tasks and timely reporting according to the project-specific monitoring and evaluation plans and in compliance with grant requirements.

Roles and Responsibilities

The roles and responsibilities of the M&E Officer includes but is not limited to:

• Provide overall M&E technical assistance and guidance in developing and implementing project-specific monitoring and evaluation plans including making regular updates to the Activity Monitoring and Evaluation and Learning Plan (AMELP) throughout the project performance period.
• Develop data collection approaches and guidelines to document and track key performance indicators across implementation activities.
• Work with staff from the different departments to review project performance and progress against established baselines and annual indicator targets.
• Support data collection, verification, analysis, and data reporting activities.
• Work with technical staff and other stakeholders to ensure quality data is entered into the reporting system.
• Assist in internal evaluation and quality assessment of project data.
• Maintain the project database and supporting documents.
• Contribute to quarterly, semi-annual, final reports, and annual reports, work plans, and other key deliverables, as requested by USAID and other sponsors.

Other duties

• Participate in USAID workshops, training, and other relevant networking events to improve skills and share project experiences.
• Collaborate with our colleagues at our parent organization FUV USA as needed.
• Contributing to team effort by welcoming new and different work requirements; exploring new opportunities to enhance the services of the department; helping others accomplish related job results as and where needed.
• Other tasks and responsibilities assigned to the Employee by the Company which may be adjusted from time to time.

What we look for

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, education, business administration, economics, or related field.
• Experience:
  
  • Minimum of 2-3 years relevant work experience, including monitoring and evaluation experience of education and/or development projects. This should include developing performance management plans, selecting indicators and developing targets, conducting evaluations, surveys, assessments, data tracking and analysis, and other tasks related to M&E activities.
  • Previous experience working on USAID-funded projects is highly preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  
  • Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation key concepts, systems, and procedures. Familiarity with USAID's Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) policies, Collaborating, Learning, and Adapting (CLA) framework, tools and approaches is a plus.
  • Experience with different data collection tools and analysis methods.
  • Detailed-oriented and excellent analytical skills.
  • Strong organizational skills to balance competing priorities and the ability to work independently to efficiently meet deadlines. 
  • Effective written and spoken communication skills in English and Vietnamese.
  • Possess cross-cultural, interpersonal skills, and the ability to thrive in a diverse working environment.

What we offer

• Opportunity to be one of passionate team members who share the same belief in the transformative power of education and see the unique opportunity in creating a new university
• Opportunities to participate in public talks, workshops, seminars, as well as other activities at Fulbright
• A full network of supportive colleagues
• A dynamic, innovative, and professional working environment
• Intensive English-speaking environment
• Competitive salary and high-end medical insurance for employees and direct family members
• Professional development opportunities
• Generous annual leave/paid time off

How to Apply

• Fulbright University Vietnam uses Interfolio to manage the application process.
• All applications must include evidence that addresses the mandatory position requirements.
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