Job Brief:
As a Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, you will develop and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks, collect and analyze data, and generate reports to inform decision-making and improve program outcomes. Your role involves working closely with project teams, stakeholders, and partners to ensure accountability and learning.
Responsibilities:
- Develop monitoring and evaluation frameworks, plans, and indicators for projects or programs.
- Design data collection tools, surveys, and methodologies to gather qualitative and quantitative data.
- Implement data collection activities, including surveys, interviews, focus group discussions, and observations.
- Analyze data using statistical and qualitative analysis techniques to assess program performance and outcomes.
- Prepare and present reports, dashboards, and visualizations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
- Monitor project activities, outputs, and outcomes against established targets and benchmarks.
- Conduct field visits and assessments to verify data quality, monitor progress, and identify challenges.
- Support project teams in setting up data management systems and databases to store and analyze data.
- Provide training and capacity building to project staff and partners on monitoring and evaluation concepts and tools.
- Facilitate learning and knowledge sharing sessions to capture best practices and lessons learned from program implementation.
- Collaborate with stakeholders, including donors, government agencies, and community partners, to ensure alignment of monitoring and evaluation efforts.
- Participate in program planning, review, and evaluation meetings to contribute insights and recommendations.
- Ensure compliance with ethical standards, data privacy regulations, and organizational policies in monitoring and evaluation activities.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of monitoring and evaluation methodologies and tools.
- Support organizational learning and continuous improvement efforts through feedback mechanisms and reflective practices.
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Requirements and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in social sciences, international development, statistics, or related field; master's degree preferred.
- Proven experience in monitoring and evaluation roles, preferably in the development or nonprofit sector.
- Strong understanding of monitoring and evaluation concepts, frameworks, and methodologies.
- Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative data analysis techniques and tools.
- Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate complex concepts and findings effectively to diverse audiences.
- Experience with data management software, statistical analysis software, and data visualization tools.
- Knowledge of project management principles and practices.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in multicultural settings.
- Commitment to transparency, accountability, and learning.
Required Skills:
- Data analysis
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Research skills
- Communication skills
- Project management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Data management
- Teamwork
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a monitoring and evaluation officer do?
A Monitoring and Evaluation Officer designs, implements, and manages monitoring and evaluation systems to assess the effectiveness and impact of programs, projects, or interventions, collecting and analyzing data to inform decision-making and improve program outcomes.
What qualifications are required to become a monitoring and evaluation officer?
Typically, a bachelor's degree in social sciences, international development, statistics, or a related field is required, along with proven experience in monitoring and evaluation roles. Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills are essential for success in this role.
