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Position Overview:

The RM&E Associate will be responsible for managing the storage and archiving of Room to Read’s program and project data at the upazila level. They will work closely with the Narail field office to support the effective implementation of Reading Advancement activities. This position reports to the Senior Manager, RM&E and is based in Narail.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Data Storing and Analysis: Collect and store program and project data, analyze it, and prepare various presentations to illustrate trends and insights.

• Data Quality Monitoring (DQM): Conduct data quality monitoring, including data collection, entry, and report preparation. Cross-check reported data with primary data sources to ensure data accuracy and quality. Provide recommendations for GSD reconciliation.

• Frequent School Visits: Regularly visit LP schools to review program and project implementation and collect necessary project data and prepare reports with recommendations.

• Collect and Compile Field Visit Reports: Collect and compile reports from RM&E visits, prepare presentations based on the findings to share with relevant stakeholders.

• Library Rating for Literacy Program: Verify and analyze Library Rating data activity.

• Monthly PIM Data Management: Cross-check, compile, and analyze monthly PIM data, then prepare presentations based on the findings.

• Student Tracking Data Analysis: Support the quality checking during data collection, data compilation, and support in analysis of student tracking data, and preparing related presentations.

• LP Assessments: Assist in conducting assessments for Literacy Program. Take part in data quality monitoring during data collection by external data collectors.

• Assist in Research: Provide support to Officer-RM&E and Sr. Manager-RM&E in planning and conducting CO-led research work.

• Assist RM&E and Program Team: Assist the RM&E and program teams in data collection.

• Book Check Out Data: Collect and analyze data related to book checkouts and prepare relevant analysis.

• Program Participation: Participate in various programs and events organized by Room to Read or assigned by Room to Read.

• Any other assignments as instructed by the Supervisor or Room to Read management.

Education and Experience:

• At least bachelor’s degree from a reputed university, major in Statistics/Education/Social Science or any other relevant subject

• At least three years of experience in monitoring and research work including, data collection, data quality, data entry and managing database

Technical:

• Strong knowledge in MS Office software is a must

• Expertise in data quality monitoring is a must

• Experience and comfort in using computers, web and android-based applications for data collection and analyzing will be an asset

• Experience in data analysis and preparing analytical reports

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions will be a plus

Personal

• A professional appearance and good demeanor

• Strong attention to detail

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English & Bangla

• Ability to travel frequently to districts throughout the country

To be successful as a member of the Room to Read team, you will also:

• Have a passion for our mission and a strong desire to impact a dynamic non-profit organization

• Be an innovative and creative thinker – not afraid to try something new and inspire others to do so

• Have a very high level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness

• Have a strong work ethic and require minimal direction

• Work well independently as well as part of a team

• Thrive in a fast-paced and fun environment

Room to Read is a Child Safe Organization and is committed to the education and welfare of children and protecting them from abuse and exploitation (Child Protection Principles)

• Room to Read has zero tolerance for child abuse and exploitation.

• All children have the right to be free from abuse and exploitation, including neglect, maltreatment, and physical, mental or sexual violence, injury or abuse.

• All children should be treated with respect and dignity.

• The well-being of the child is Room to Read’s first priority when dealing with all identified or suspected cases of child abuse.

• Room to Read shall integrate child protection into all its organizational strategies, structures and work practices.

Room to Read Representatives must create and maintain an environment that prevents sexual exploitation and sexual abuse. (PSEA Principles)

• Room to Read has zero tolerance for adult sexual exploitation and abuse.

• Sexual exploitation and abuse are serious violations of fundamental human rights and will not be accepted or tolerated.

• All adults should be treated with respect and dignity.

• Room to Read implements a survivor-centered approach, putting the survivor’s rights and dignity at the forefront.

• Survivors referred to available professional assistance (e.g. mental health counselling), upon consent.

Compensation:

We offer a competitive salary. The benefits include:

• Provident Fund

• 13th Month Allowance

• Gratuity

• Health coverage for staff and dependents

• Insurances

• Professional Development opportunities. The most significant benefit is the opportunity to work with one of the fastest growing international organizations, which has sole focus on education & continuously innovating efficient & effective social entrepreneurship

Location(s)

To be successful at Room to Read, you will also:

• Have passion for our mission and a strong desire to impact a dynamic nonprofit organization

• Be a proactive and innovative thinker who achieves results and creates positive change

• Have a very high level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness

• Embrace diversity and a commitment to collaboration

• Thrive in a fast-paced and fun environment

Room to Read is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to identifying and developing the skills and leadership of people from diverse backgrounds. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled