Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability And Learning (MEAL) Officer
JOB OVERVIEW
easyHATCH Ltd is offering a prime role for energetic, dynamic person to join our team based in Musanze district. The successful candidate will need to approach their job with zeal, integrity and utmost honesty. You must be highly driven to succeed.
easyHATCH seeks a Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Officer for the implementation of all aspects of MEL activities, including initiatives that foster a culture of ongoing learning and adaptive management. S/he will be responsible for timely and progressive implementation of the MEAL program’s and systems. S/he will also be responsible for providing the necessary data and information to improve performance and effectiveness and inform planning and management decisions. S/he will support regular and ad hoc reviews and analysis of data and learnings that will inform the company’s mission.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design desired tools for monitoring and evaluation as well as home visit tools, data collection tools and reporting templates;
- Timely submission of high quality reports and proper documentation and filing;
- Conducting field monitoring visits assessing the strengths and weaknesses and proposing adjustments in the light of changing circumstances of smallholder farmers;
- Collect monitoring data, enter, analyze, and report on findings to senior management.
- Collaboratively lead the process of designing the monitoring and evaluation system considering the requirements and criteria for each project.
- Lead and provide technical oversight in the Implementation of the Monitoring and Evaluation system.
- Direct and oversee collection of baselines, midline, and end line, quarterly and annual data collection to maintain an up-to-date database of company performance.
- Provide support to implement the M&E plan, revise and update performance questions, indicators, methods, formats, and analytical processes.
- Review existing M&E and management information systems of each project and identify needs evidence-based decision making and support.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- University degree in Monitoring and Evaluation studies, social sciences, demography, development planning, mathematics, statistics, or similar field.
- Master’s degree/ Post graduate diploma in M&E , statistics and/or M&E Certification is an added advantage.
- 5 years experience working in Monitoring & Evaluation of humanitarian and development programs preferred.·
- Being familiar with Kobo and other data collection tools is required.
- Experience working with development fields such as food security or agriculture programs is a plus.
- High-level integrity and initiative taking and positive attitude towards learning and sharing.
- Working knowledge of budget management.
- Ability to work in field conditions.
- Must have team building skills, personnel management and supervisory skills.
OTHER ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Flexibility to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
- Possess analytical and problem-solving skills, and decision- making skills
- Proficient in MS Office Suite and ability to design brochures, flyers, newsletters
- Photography and interviewing skills. Ability to shoot and edit short video is a plus.
- Strong analytical and report writing skills
- Good understanding of project planning, implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation processes.
- Knowledge of statistical computer packages.
- Excellent ability to forge relationships at all levels and work across multicultural, multilingual, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Adept at handling confidential information with discretion.
- Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team.
- Ability to self-teach and problem-solve in difficult situations.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, and strong analytical skills.
- Demonstrated experience with both quantitative and qualitative research methods.
- Strong monitoring, evaluation, and learning experience.
- Extensive experience in hands-on/technical – data analysis including modelling, experience in survey/evaluations design, conduct, and management, including the development of monitoring systems.
- Proven ability to gather and analyze data and to prepare concise and well-written reports/presentations for different audiences – technical, management, and other stakeholders.
- Experience in designing systems for cleaning, analyzing, reporting, and archiving data to facilitate evidence-based organizational learning.
- Experience with data visualization tools, techniques, and methods preferred.
Interested candidates should send their cover letter and well detailed CV no later than September 20th 2024 via the apply button below.
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