Job Description
The incumbent is required to establish and implement or assist in the establishment and implementation of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Systems for programmes/projects in a Ministry/Department/Agency. Duties include formulating programme/project outcomes, performance indicators and data capture systems; assisting in new programme/project development; conducting cost benefits and cost effectiveness analyses; maintaining M&E databases and reporting on M&E activities. Depending on work assignment, the incumbent may be required to perform some or the full range of the duties of this position.
Key and Critical Responsibilities
<b>DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: </b><div> Performs as an integral member of project teams to provide guidance, direction and advice to ensure sound, client-responsive and innovative performance monitoring/management plans. </div><div> Drafts monitoring and evaluation sections of proposals as required, adapts and/or develops innovative tools for measurement of progress and achievements of the Ministry/Department/ Agency. </div><div> Designs and implements systems for the continuous monitoring and evaluation of the projects and programmes of the Ministry/Department/ Agency. </div><div> Identifies and designs performance questions, key indicators and targets for each project component and for each level of the objective hierarchy. </div><div> Collects data on inputs, activities and immediate outputs and reports on their contribution to eventual </div><div>outcomes. </div><div> Liaises with and provides monitoring and evaluation information to Central M&amp;E Agencies as required. </div><div> Conducts field visits to obtain data in order to inform the design of performance monitoring/management plans where necessary. </div><div> Establishes and maintains monitoring and evaluation information systems or databases and ensures that resources are current, available for employees and widely disseminated. </div><div> Assists relevant staff of the Ministry/Department/Agency in the development of new projects/programmes, ensuring that all proposals include specific goals, objectives, outputs, indicators, targets and provision for adequate funding. </div><div> Participates in assessments of new projects/programmes, as needed. </div><div> Keeps abreast of monitoring and evaluation practices to ensure adherence to international monitoring and evaluation standards. </div><div> Links or assists in the linking of evaluation findings to policy formulation, planning and budgetary processes of the Ministry/Department/ Agency. </div><div> Prepares and analyses monitoring and evaluation reports for management to assist in its decision-making processes. </div><div> Represents the Ministry/Department/Agency on various committees and at meetings, conferences, </div><div>workshops and other fora as required. </div><div> Reviews and/or prepares Notes for Cabinet and periodic and/or ad-hoc reports on matters related to monitoring and evaluation activities of the Ministry/Department/Agency. </div><div> Performs other related work as required. </div><div><br></div>
Key Competencies
<b>KNOWLEDGE: </b><div> Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation methodologies and principles including quantitative, qualitative and participatory approaches. </div><div> Knowledge of management principles and practices. </div><div> Knowledge of accountability theories and practices, including methods of implementation. </div><div> Knowledge of logical frameworks and participatory results based planning, monitoring and evaluation. </div><div> Some knowledge of government policies, procedures, rules and regulations. </div><div> Some knowledge of the principles and methods involved in project management. </div><div><b>SKILLS AND ABILITIES: </b></div><div> Skill in the use of personal computers. </div><div> Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite. </div><div> Ability to use e-government technology platforms. </div><div> Ability to develop the overall framework for project monitoring and evaluation. </div><div> Ability to collaborate with relevant stakeholders to provide relevant information for ongoing evaluation of project activities, effects and impacts. </div><div> Ability to compile and analyse data and prepare comprehensive reports. </div><div> Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both in writing and orally. </div><div> Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and interact with different stakeholders. </div><div> Ability to use tact and diplomacy in the performance of duties. </div><div> Ability to observe and maintain confidentiality in the performance of duties.</div><div><br></div><div> </div><div><b>Minimum Experience and Training</b></div><div>Minimum Experience of two (2) years' experience in performing duties related to monitoring and evaluation.</div><div><br></div><div>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.</div><div><br></div><div> </div>
