Job Description
<div><span style="letter-spacing: 0.4px;">The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&amp;E) Officer for the Shell STEM Programme will oversee the development and implementation of comprehensive M&amp;E frameworks, policies and systems to support the Shell STEM Programme. The role ensures that projects and programmes align with organizational goals and national development strategies, measure their outcomes effectively and generate actionable insights to inform decision-making, improve performance and guide future initiatives.&nbsp;</span></div><div><br></div><div>This role is integral to ensuring that the Shell STEM Programme and the Institute deliver measurable and impactful results, driving the organizations mission to foster national development through science, technology and innovation.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div><br></div>
Key and Critical Responsibilities
<div><span style="letter-spacing: 0.4px;">Strategic Monitoring and Evaluation Oversight:&nbsp;</span></div><div><br></div><div>1. Develop and implement M&amp;E frameworks, policies and systems for the Shell STEM Programme, ensuring alignment with programme strategic objectives and goals.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>2. Provide high-level guidance on integrating M&amp;E practices into the design and execution of the Shell STEM Programme initiatives.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>3. Oversee the design and implementation of evaluation methodologies to assess the impact of STEM and Innovation policies, programmes and reports.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>4. Any other related duties.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>Data Collection, Analysis, and Reporting:&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>5. Develop tools and systems for data collection, analysis and reporting, ensuring consistency and reliability in measuring project outcomes.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>6. Design key performance indicators (KPIs) and measurable targets for STEM and Innovation projects.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>7. Oversee the development of data visualization dashboards and analytical reports to present findings in user-friendly formats for diverse audiences.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>8. Conduct rigorous data analysis to evaluate the performance of STEM and Innovation projects, generating insights to inform decision-making.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>Capacity Building and Mentorship:&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>9. Train project teams, stakeholders and staff on M&amp;E tools, techniques and systems to strengthen organizational M&amp;E capacity.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>10. Mentor junior M&amp;E and project staff and provide guidance on technical aspects of monitoring and evaluation.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>Policy Development and Advocacy:&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>11. Synthesize findings from M&amp;E activities into actionable recommendations to inform policy development and innovation strategies.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>12. Prepare presentations, briefs and reports for stakeholders, including government agencies, funding partners and the NIHERST Board of Governors.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>Collaboration and Partnerships:&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>13. Collaborate with external evaluators, consultants and partners to conduct specialized studies, impact assessments and reviews of STEM and Innovation programmes.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>14. Foster partnerships with local and international agencies to adopt best practices in monitoring and evaluation for STEM and Innovation programmes.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>Quality Assurance and Improvement:&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>15. Review and validate all M&amp;E frameworks, data and reports to ensure accuracy, quality and adherence to international standards.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>16. Lead the refinement of monitoring and evaluation processes to enhance effectiveness and efficiency.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>Knowledge Management and Continuous Learning:&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>17. Establish and manage M&amp;E information systems or databases for STEM and Innovation projects.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>18. Keep abreast of emerging trends, tools and practices in M&amp;E, particularly in the STEM and Innovation sectors and recommend improvements to NIHERSTs practices.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div><br></div>
Key Competencies
<div><span style="letter-spacing: 0.4px;">In-depth understanding of M&amp;E methodologies, frameworks and international standards.&nbsp;</span></div><div><span style="letter-spacing: 0.4px;">Knowledge of STEM education, innovation policies and their role in economic development.&nbsp;</span></div><div><span style="letter-spacing: 0.4px;">Familiarity with project management principles, techniques and tools.&nbsp;</span></div><div><span style="letter-spacing: 0.4px;">Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.&nbsp;</span></div><div><span style="letter-spacing: 0.4px;">Leadership and team management abilities, including mentoring and capacity-building expertise.&nbsp;</span></div><div><span style="letter-spacing: 0.4px;">Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present complex data clearly to diverse audiences.&nbsp;</span></div><div><span style="letter-spacing: 0.4px;">Proficiency in MS Office Suite and project management software.&nbsp;</span></div><div><span style="letter-spacing: 0.4px;">Advanced skills in statistical analysis, data visualization and reporting (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, SPSS, R, or Stata) are considered an asset.&nbsp;</span></div><div><span style="letter-spacing: 0.4px;">Ability to design creative solutions to address challenges and improve programme outcomes.&nbsp;</span></div><div><span style="letter-spacing: 0.4px;">Capacity to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.&nbsp;</span></div><div><span style="letter-spacing: 0.4px;">Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders.&nbsp;</span></div><div><br></div><div><br></div>