The Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS), in partnership with the British Red Cross (BRC), is launching the "Nature Pulse" program to enhance the resilience and well-being of coastal communities in the Sundarbans. This program will use nature-based solutions to protect the region’s vital mangrove ecosystems, which act as a "green shield" against climate impacts like cyclones, flooding, and coastal erosion. Through community consultations and engagement, practical activities will be introduced to help restore mangroves while providing alternative livelihoods for locals, reducing their dependency on natural resources, and introducing climate-resilient WASH facilities and health awareness programs. The project aims to improve living conditions and protect the environment, while also building the skills and capacity of community members, local government, and volunteers. Partnerships with national and international organizations will further support mangrove restoration and monitoring. The program will also raise awareness about Climate Justice, helping communities understand their rights and advocate for long-term, sustainable change.

The PMEAL Officer will lead the design, implementation, and quality assurance of PMEAL systems for the Nature Pulse Project. This role will ensure robust planning, monitoring, evaluation, and learning processes contributing to continuous program improvement. As the primary PMEAL focal point, the officer will support teams across NBS, DRR, livelihood, health, and WASH programs, facilitating efficient data management, analysis, and evidence-based reporting for internal and external stakeholders.

• Design, implement, and oversee PMEAL frameworks for the Nature Pulse Project in alignment with project objectives, Theory of Change, and DRR guidelines.
• Develop project-specific monitoring and evaluation tools, indicators, and data collection methodologies to capture quantitative and qualitative results.
• Support project staff and partners to design and implement paper and mobile based survey to collect data and information to measure results mentioned in the project Logical Framework Approach (LFA) aligning with Theory of Change (ToC).
• Assist in developing progress and process monitoring techniques in coordination with program team to track the progress and to reflect on the quality of the actions taken to create impacts in the community.
• Establish regular field monitoring plans, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of collected data through site visits, data audits, and quality control checks etc.
• Conduct periodic project evaluations, including baseline, mid-term, PDM, and end-line assessments, to evaluate project impact, and ensure data-driven decision-making.

2. Data Management and Reporting

• Manage data collection systems, ensuring that data is stored, processed, and analyzed effectively to produce insights that support program decision-making and resource allocation.
• Help to develop comprehensive quarterly and annual reports, success stories, and case studies, highlighting project outcomes and lessons learned for internal and external audiences.
• Support the design and implementation of GIS-based information management for efficient tracking of project activities in the Nature Pulse Project area.
• Collaborate with the communication team to develop project branding and promotional materials in compliance with donor requirements.

3. Learning and Documentation

• Facilitate a culture of learning through regular documentation of best practices, lessons learned, and project challenges.
• Support learning sessions, including after-action reviews and reflection workshops, to evaluate project effectiveness and support adaptive program management.
• Ensure relevant information is documented, filed, and shared with stakeholders, contributing to knowledge management and program improvement.
• Create and document Most Significant Change (MSC) stories that highlight project impact on communities in the Nature Pulse area.

4. Capacity Building

• Provide coaching and training to Nature Pulse project staff, partner organizations, and community stakeholders on PMEAL principles, tools, and systems.
• Help to design and facilitate training on monitoring, reporting, and evaluation practices to enhance project quality and accountability.
• Develop training materials and capacity assessment tools to support team skill-building and knowledge-sharing within PMEAL.

5. Stakeholder Engagement and Compliance

• Ensure alignment of PMEAL activities with project standards and donor compliance guidelines.
• Collaborate with the operations team, local partners, and relevant departments to meet project targets and maintain open communication.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for PMEAL with external consultants, ensuring effective data management and report synthesis for stakeholder updates.