We are seeking to hire a highly professional and experienced individual to fill the Monitoring & Evaluation Officer position. The Monitoring & Evaluation Officer will report to the CEO). Among other duties, the Monitoring & Evaluation officer, will work closely with the Seniour Management Team (SMT) as well as physical progress for specific programs and projects within all Programs of APDK in the country.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead APDK’s meal strategy & initiatives:
- Champion MEAL Vision: Provide a clear vision, framework, and
plan for a robust Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning
(MEAL) system across APDK.
- Lead MEAL Excellence: Oversee all MEAL activities, ensuring
data quality, progress tracking, staff capacity building, and promoting
program accountability and learning.
- Develop Systems, establish frameworks and procedures for
effectively monitoring and evaluating projects, fostering continuous
learning and improvement.
- Define & Track KPIs: Set and monitor key project
performance indicators (KPIs), ensuring project success and progress
towards goals.
- Champion Data-Driven Decisions: Promote data usage among
program staff for informed decision-making and program improvement.
- Empower Program Staff: Assist with project information needs,
supporting proper documentation and progress capture to strengthen program
accountability.
- Analyze Data & Recommend: Review performance data and
reports, identifying trends and recommending program improvements.
- Optimize Systems: Evaluate existing management information
systems to suggest modifications and resource allocation for optimal data
collection.
- Deliver Timely Insights: Address data inquiries from donors,
partners, and senior management efficiently and accurately.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in project Management and a graduate Diploma
in Monitoring and Evaluation from a recognized institution.
- At least three years of relevant experience
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a
multidisciplinary team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the
ability to present complex data in a clear and concise manner
- Strong knowledge and understanding of monitoring and
evaluation methodologies, tools and techniques.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- A minimum of 3 years of direct relevant experience leading
MEAL initiatives.
- Data Analysis Skills: Highlight the need for strong analytical
skills to identify trends and patterns in data.
- Communication Skills, Reiterate the importance of excellent
written and verbal communication, specifically the ability to present
complex data in a clear and concise way for diverse audiences.
- Teamwork & Leadership, balance the need for independent
work with the ability to collaborate effectively within a
multidisciplinary team.
- Prior experience with meeting donor reporting requirements
would be an advantage.
- Experience in program design and M&E plan development
- Ability to design M&E tools, surveys, surveillance
systems, and evaluations
How To Apply
Candidates with the required profile and proven
experiences, are invited to send their applications to jobs@apdk.org before 30th
June 2024. Persons with disabilities who meet the qualifications are
encouraged to apply for this position. Shortlisting will be done on a rolling
basis; only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
