About SLM

SLM is a leading provider of independent oversight and evaluation services, specializing in complex operating environments, including fragile and conflict-affected settings. Our expertise spans multi-year monitoring, risk-based assessments, and data-driven analysis for major international donors, ensuring accountability and value-for-money in grant implementation.

Background  

SLM is preparing a proposal in response to UNOPS's Request for Proposals for Third-Party Monitoring Agent (TPMA) to conduct independent field monitoring of projects implemented by UNOPS's partners across Myanmar. The TPMA is needed to bridge this gap by providing independent oversight, verifying project results, and ensuring quality and accountability. The work will involve a mix of quantitative and qualitative methods, such as direct observation, focus group discussions, and key informant interviews.

Position Summary 

The Field Team Coordinator will be responsible for managing and overseeing field-level monitoring activities in designated regions of Myanmar. This role involves the direct coordination of Field Level Data Collectors, ensuring that monitoring of humanitarian and development programs is conducted efficiently, ethically, and according to the agreed methodology. The coordinator will ensure the quality of data and the production of clear, timely reports from the field.

Key Responsibilities

1. Coordinate and manage the day-to-day activities of field monitoring teams in specific geographic areas.
2. Conduct reviews and monitoring of partner programs in the field.
3. Produce clear, concise, and technically sound reports based on field findings.
4. Ensure field teams are properly trained on and utilize the standardized data collection tools and methodologies provided.
5. Liaise with Implementing Partners (IPs), Sub-IPs, and community leaders to coordinate field visits in a way that builds trust and does not overburden communities.
6. Participate in pre-deployment and post-visit debrief meetings with the Team Leader and UNOPS.
7. Ensure all logistical and security arrangements are in place for field teams.

Required Qualifications and Experience

1. Education: A university degree in a relevant discipline is required (e.g., development, social science, engineering, agriculture, research methods, program management, or other technical field).
2. Experience:
3. Minimum three (3) years of experience in reviewing and monitoring programs, ideally within the humanitarian or development sector.
4. Skills:
5. Strong English writing skills for reporting purposes.
6. Proficiency in local languages relevant to the states and regions to be covered is preferred.
7. Familiarity with the project's specific geographic areas of operation.

How to apply

To submit your application, kindly provide your CV using the form provided below. 

To apply before 29 July 2025.