M&E and Communications Officer
- Career Category: Monitoring & Evaluation, Resources & Environment, Communications, Community Development
- Schedule:Full-time
- Salary: Negotiable
Post Level: Individual National Consultant
Report to: National Project Manager/National Team Leader
Contract Type: Individual Contractor (IC)
Duty Station: Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Expected Place of Travel: Kampot & Koh Kong Province, Cambodia
Assignment Duration: One year with possibility of extension
Scope of Work and Expected Deliverables
The project is seeking a qualified M&E and Communications Officer to support all project interventions in Kampot and Koh Kong and ensure deliverables for all three Components (Climate Resilient Infrastructure, Ecosystem Recovery and Livelihoods, and Capacity Building/Knowledge Sharing), under the guidance of the National Project Manager (NPM) and National Team Leader (NTL). This includes the daily responsibility to coordinate and provide substantive inputs into the implementation of the project and the delivery of results in accordance with the project document (ProDoc), the Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP), and the annual work plans. Furthermore, s/he will work closely with national and local authorities, local communities, NGOs, and other relevant stakeholders to implement the project effectively at the local level, ensuring that gender-disaggregated data and environmental safeguards are strictly monitored. S/he will be technically guided/supervised by the NTL and directly report to the NPM. Under the guidance of the NTL/NPM, s/he will also coordinate and consult technically with the UN-Habitat Team on monitoring frameworks, knowledge management products (KMPs), and project progress reporting to the Adaptation Fund.
- The M&E and Communications Officer will ensure rigorous monitoring of project indicators and provide technical inputs for all progress reports in accordance with ProDoc and Adaptation Fund (AF) guidelines. The incumbent is also tasked with managing the project’s knowledge management cycle, which includes identifying success stories, documenting lessons learned, and overseeing the dissemination of communication materials to relevant partners and the public.
- Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)
- Lead the development and implementation of a robust project M&E framework, based on the Results Framework and Annual Work Plans (AWP), to track progress and ensure strategic alignment with project goals.
- Monitor progress against key performance indicators, specifically spearheading strategies to meet the 50% target for female participation across all activities and addressing gender-related bottlenecks.
- Design and standardize checklists/templates for construction progress monitoring; conduct regular site visits (independently and with project teams/consultants) to infrastructure sites in Kampot and Koh Kong to verify technical progress, quality, and adherence to timelines.
- Collaborate closely with Environmental and Social Safeguards (ESS) Consultant to integrate safeguard monitoring into regular reporting; track the resolution of implementation challenges, such as site relocations or external delays, ensuring no-harm principles are upheld.
- Collect, validate, and analyze sex-disaggregated data on beneficiaries across all project Components (climate-resilient infrastructure, coastal ecosystems, livelihoods, and capacity building) to evaluate socio-economic impact.
- Maintain and organize a systematic digital and physical project filing system, ensuring data integrity, documentation security, and ease of accessibility for audits.
- Provide substantive inputs into the preparation of high-quality project progress reports for the Project Management Committee (PMC), NCSD/MOE, UN-Habitat, and the Adaptation Fund (AF).
- Draft concept notes, back-to-office reports (BTORs), meeting minutes, and technical project output reports to a professional publishing standard.
- Facilitate mid-term and final project evaluations by coordinating data collection, organizing stakeholder interviews, and ensuring management responses to evaluation recommendations are implemented.
- Communications and Knowledge Management
- Lead the design, development, and dissemination of high-quality knowledge management products (KMPs), including but not limited to press releases, newsletters, case studies, success stories, short documentaries/videos, leaflets, factsheets, booklets, and posters that highlight the impact of climate-resilient actions.
- Draft and finalize brief updates and "human-interest" stories following organized events (meetings, workshops, campaigns, etc.) and proactively manage project updates across social media platforms and official webpages to enhance project visibility.
- Ensure all communication materials are disability-inclusive, gender-sensitive, and strictly compliant with donor and MOE branding and visibility guidelines.
- Establish and maintain a comprehensive digital media library, including high-resolution photography and footage with descriptive captions of infrastructure at project sites, events, and activities.
- Facilitate the translation of key communication materials and technical summaries from Khmer to English (and vice versa) to ensure effective information sharing with the project team and international stakeholders.
- Assist in taking minutes of meetings and workshops, distilling them into lessons learned reports for internal and external knowledge sharing.
- Develop and maintain a media contact database and coordinate with local/national media outlets to ensure project milestones receive adequate press coverage.
- Collaborate with project team to transform complex data and project indicators into easy-to-understand infographics and visual aids for diverse audiences.
- Perform other tasks as required by the NPM/NTL.
- Khmer - Fluent
- English - Fluent
- Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Communications, Environmental Science, Information Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of proven experience in designing and implementing M&E and/or strategic communications for international development projects (previous experience with AF-funded projects or GCF/GEF-aligned initiatives is an asset) for 3 to 5 years
- Some practical knowledge of Climate Change Adaptation principles, strategies, and their integration into development frameworks.
- Understanding of gender-sensitive monitoring, social inclusion (GESI), and environmental safeguards.
- Proficiency in computer skills, including data visualization tools, graphic design and video editing skills for producing KMPs.
- Excellent professional command of Khmer and English (both spoken and written), with the ability to produce all required knowledge products in both languages.
- Demonstrated organizational and time management skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple tasks, meet strict deadlines, and produce high-quality KMPs.
Sluice Gate and Embankment Rehabilitation Consultant
- Career Category: Advisor / Individual Consultant, Engineer - Civil
- Schedule:Short-term
- Salary: Negotiable
Post Level: Individual National Consultant
Report to: National Project Manager/National Team Leader
Contract Type: Individual Contractor (IC)
Duty Station: Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Expected Place of Travel: Koh Kong Provinces, Cambodia
Assignment Duration: Output-based payment – 100 working days (expected to start in March 2026 and end the assignment in June 2028).
Expected Deliverables
Specific deliverables in sequence, corresponding to the work and their corresponding target delivery dates are presented in the table below. See more details in Attachment below.
Duration of Work
The Consultant will work closely with Senior Project Officer/Adaptation Officer and under the supervision of the National Team Leader/National Project Manager at NCSD, with technical support from the UN-Habitat team. The Consultant will be engaged for a total of 100 working days on an intermittent basis during the overall project period, which is anticipated to run from March 2026 to June 2028.The actual deployment and distribution of these working days across the 30-month period will be specified in a detailed work plan and schedule, developed by the Consultant upon commencement of the assignment and reviewed and endorsed by the National Team Leader.
Note: Additional working days may be required based on evolving project needs and satisfactory performance, subject to the availability of funds and mutual agreement.
Duty Station
The Consultant will be primarily home-based, subject to go to or participate in relevant meetings in Phnom Penh or at NCSD/MoE as requested by the project team. The Consultant will be required to travel frequently to target provinces and communities to effectively implement the field-based activities outlined in the Scope of Work. The project will cover transportation costs and DSA for all authorized field travel and related assignments in accordance with government regulations and rates.
- Under the supervision of the National Project Manager/National Team Leader and in close collaboration with UN-Habitat team, sub-national authorities, and other project consultants, the Sluice Gate and Embankment Rehabilitation Consultant will be responsible for implementing activities under Component 1, specifically focusing on “Output 1.6: Build five sluice gates and embankments to prevent saltwater intrusion in Krong Khemara Phoumin”. The objective of this consultancy is to provide professional services for the site investigation, detailed design, and construction oversight for the installment of five water gates and embankment improvements to support climate change adaptation.
- The consultant will carry out the following tasks:
- Conduct thorough assessments of the five identified locations, including asset condition, dimensions, and ground investigations.
- Perform surveys to identify low-lying areas where floodwater might bypass gates and determine the need for raising roads or building flood walls.
- Evaluate risks from both sea-level rise and surface water flooding to inform structure operations.
- Analyze impacts on upstream wetlands, specifically focusing on mangrove preservation and fish migration.
- Develop detailed designs for vertical sluice gates or alternative flap gates (for unidirectional flow) as appropriate for each site.
- Propose materials resilient to the harsh tidal environment.
- Incorporate Health and Safety (H&S) considerations for manually operated gates, including stairs and upper bridges.
- Design mitigation tools such as fish passes if flap gates are recommended.
- Develop a comprehensive Operation and Maintenance Manual, including specific settings for gate operations to balance freshwater impoundment and environmental impact.
- Plan for integrated enhancements such as solar street lights and tree planting.
- Coordination, documentation, and reporting:
- Coordinate with NCSD, UN-Habitat, provincial authorities, community leaders, and technical consultants to ensure alignment and timely delivery of activities.
- Participate in project coordination meetings, missions, and workshops as required.
- Khmer - Fluent
- English - Fluent
- Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering, Water Resources Management, or a closely related field.
- Minimum of progressive experience in the design and construction of water control structures, specifically sluice gates, flap gates, and embankments for 3 years
- Additional certifications in Climate Change Adaptation or Coastal Zone Management are highly desirable.
- Proven track record in conducting topographical surveys, site investigations, and flood risk assessments in coastal or tidal environments.
- Demonstrated experience in rehabilitating aged infrastructure and managing projects involving manual and self-operating control systems.
- Experience performing Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) with a focus on mangrove ecosystems and fish migration patterns.
- Prior experience working on UN-funded or international development projects, preferably within Cambodia’s coastal zones, is a significant advantage.
- Experience working with government counterparts (national and sub-national), and vulnerable communities.
- Expert knowledge of hydraulic modeling and the ability to design structures resilient to sea-level rise and extreme weather events.
- Deep understanding of corrosion-resistant materials suitable for harsh, high-salinity tidal environments.
- Competency in incorporating Health and Safety (H&S) standards into infrastructure design (e.g., access stairs and bridges).
- Ability to produce high-quality technical drawings and comprehensive Operation and Maintenance (O&M) manuals for local authorities.
- Fluent in Khmer for local coordination and English for high-level reporting. Proven track record in meeting facilitation and stakeholder engagement, with a focus on inclusive communication for vulnerable populations.
- Strong interpersonal skills to coordinate with diverse stakeholders, including national and sub-national authorities, relevant provincial departments, and local communities.
