Office of the Prime Minister
Port of Spain
Job Description
<p>The incumbent in required to supervise and coordination the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&amp;E) activities related to implementation of the projects and programmes in Ministries/Departments/Agencies for the achievement of the National Development Agenda. Duties include:&nbsp; measuring progress against set targets and development outcomes, supervising and coordination the preparation of all reports relating to M&amp;E in relevant Ministries/Departments/Agencies; supporting the implementation of plans, policies, programmes and projects related to Government's National Development Agenda and guiding a team responsible for the related implementation activities. Depending on work assignment the incumbent may be required to perform some or the full range of the duties of the position.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p><b>Reports to: Programme Coordinator, Monitoring and Evaluation or other designated officer.&nbsp;</b></p><p><b>Supervision Given To: Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist and other support staff</b></p><p><b><br></b></p>
Key and Critical Responsibilities
<ul><li>Supervises and coordinates professional and other support staff performing M&amp;E duties.&nbsp;</li><li>Supervises the collection of routine programme monitoring data and facilitates its integration into continuous quality improvement and programme development.&nbsp;</li><li>Supervises, conducts and/or commissions evaluation/impact assessment studies of key programmes and projects to ensure achievement of development outcomes and consistency with national goals and objectives.&nbsp;</li><li>Assist with formulation of M&amp;E recommendations for imposing implementation performance and enhancing the design of policies and programmes.&nbsp;</li><li>Manages the maintenance of an electronic management information system with performance indicators and targets embedded in the system for implementation tracking.&nbsp;</li><li>Perform desk audits, studies and evaluations of ongoing policy and implementation processes of national multi-sectoral programmes,&nbsp;</li><li>Develops operational reporting templates that facilitate the acquisition and aggregation of information on programmes.&nbsp;</li><li>Establishes systems and standards for the assessment, monitoring and evaluation of projects and programmes against their objectives and expected outcomes.&nbsp;</li><li>Coordinates the preparation of reports on all statutory programmes; guides staff in preparing these reports in accordance with approved reporting formats and ensures their timely submission.&nbsp;</li><li>Participates in the ongoing review of the implementation of M&amp;E Systems in Ministries/Departments/Agencies.&nbsp;</li><li>Conducts workshops, training programmes, orientations, technical training, coaching and support for key stakeholders on monitoring and evaluation towards facilitating capacity building across the public service.&nbsp;</li><li>Represents the Central Agency at meetings, conferences, course, seminars, committee meetings and workshops.&nbsp;</li><li>Prepares and reviews Notes for Cabinet and periodic and periodic and/or ad-hoc reports on the matters related to monitoring and evaluation of national programmes and projects.</li><li>Performs related work as may be required.</li></ul>
Key Competencies
<p>KNOWLEDGE:</p><ul><li>Considerable knowledge of the principles, techniques and methodologies used in the monitoring and evaluation of programmes and projects including quantitative, qualitative and participatory approaches and socio-economic research.</li><li>Considerable knowledge of Logic Models/Results Chains and results based planning.</li><li>Considerable knowledge of management principles and practices.</li><li>Considerable knowledge of governance theories and practices, including methods of implementation.</li><li>Considerable knowledge of government policies, procedures, rules and regulations.</li><li>Considerable knowledge of the organizational structures and systems; and management principles and practice of the public service.&nbsp;</li><li>Knowledge of the principles and practices involved in programme management.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><br></p><p>SKILLS AND ABILITIES:</p><ul><li>Skill in the use of personal computers.</li><li>Proficient in the use of Microsoft office and statistical software,</li><li>Ability to use e-government technology platforms.</li><li>Ability to lead and motivate a team engaged in monitoring and evaluation activities.</li><li>Ability to develop the overall framework for project monitoring and evaluation.</li><li>Ability to plan, organize, direct and co-ordinate the work of professional and other support staff engaged in monitoring and evaluation activities.</li><li>Ability to collaborate with relevant stakeholders to provide relevant information for ongoing evaluation of project activities, effects and impacts.</li><li>Ability to compile and analyze data and prepare comprehensive reports.</li><li>Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both in writing and orally.</li><li>Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and interact with different stakeholders.</li><li>Ability to use tact and diplomacy in the performance of duties.</li><li>Ability to observe and maintain confidentiality in the performance of duties.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:</p><ul><li>Minimum of six (6) years' experience performing duties related to&nbsp; policy development, planning, research and monitoring and evaluation, including a minimum of three (3) years experience in supervising a team with responsibility for monitoring and evaluation, planning and public management.&nbsp;</li><li>Training as evidenced by the possession of a Bachelor's degree in one of the Social Sciences, such as Public Sector Management or Project Management; or in a related field from a recognized University; supplemented by postgraduate certification in Monitoring and Evaluation Methods and procedures from a recognized institution.</li></ul>