Zizi Afrique Foundation Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer Jobs in Kenya

Zizi Afrique Foundation Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer Jobs in Kenya

Location / Workstation: The position will be based in Nairobi and include travel locally to project locations.

Reports to: Director of Research

Reportees: None

Start Date: Immediately

Job Purpose

The Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Officer plays a critical role within Zizi Afrique Foundation to promote quality assurance, accountability and learning functions.

The position supports program in planning and execution of monitoring and evaluation activities at institutional and program level, ensuring program quality in accordance with accepted standards, providing essential feedback for learning, accountability, and decision-making.

S/he will be responsible for providing internal capacity building for program staff on monitoring and evaluation activities as well as review and development of necessary tools that feed into the needs of Zizi Afrique Foundation and donor reporting requirements.

Key Responsibilities / Duties / Tasks

Lead the design, testing and implementation of all MEL system components for the program.

Support the refining of the program logic and approaches, including contributing to intervention designs, sector strategies and MEL frameworks to adequately incorporate MEL considerations into the program.

Working closely with the Director of Research, he/she will plan, coordinate, and supervise assessments and evaluations for the program.

This will entail development of Scopes of Work, development of survey tools, trainings and management of data collectors, report write and facilitating results discussion (Or recruit and supervise evaluation consultants where necessary).

Regularly document and share learnings from program implementation.

Provide relevant inputs into monthly, quarterly, annual, and other program reports.

Maintain an up-to-date database that reflects program progress against all indicators.

Visit sites and partners to collect supplementary data, stories and conduct qualitative research.

Facilitate regular reflection and analysis of program monitoring information that feeds into programming and learning.

Participate in on-going MEL advisory and support for all program staff and partners.

Advise and support the process of testing and adopting relevant technologies for improving the efficiency of the program’s MEL function.

Work with the Director of Research and other staff to ensure that activities are implemented on plan, through regular planning and review meetings.

Maintain an active advisory role with the program team to help guide them towards robust and relevant data collection.

Actively participate in all implementations, providing advice and feedback for quality results at any point.

Others

Attend, and fully participate in staff meetings and retreats as required.

Write bimonthly and annual progress reports and use these as the basis for monthly and annual

engagements with the line supervisor.

Perform other duties as may be required from time to time.

Job Dimensions

Financial Responsibility

None

Responsibility for Physical Assets

Organizational assets issued

Decision Making

Position makes decisions for self and consults with the Director of Research.

Job Influence

In charge of Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning.

Working Conditions

Normal working conditions; Workdays, 40-hour week.

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills)

Academic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in social science, statistics, Project Management, or any other relevant field.

Additional training in Monitoring and Evaluation will be an added advantage.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to Professional Bodies

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Previous relevant work experience required.

At least three (3) years’ experience in monitoring and evaluation of development programs.

Knowledge of at least one or a combination statistical computer packages and tools such as SPSS, KOBO Toolbox, ODK etc.

Demonstrable ability to develop and implement monitoring and evaluation plans.

Excellent written, verbal and presentation communication skills.

Must have prior working experience in an NGO setting.

Proficient in MS Office Suite and highly organized and able to multitask.

Should have demonstrable experience in using Mobile Data Collection for routine and specific monitoring work.

Must have good writing and analytical skills.

Functional Skills: Behavioral Competencies/ Attributes

Communication skills (both oral and written)

Critical and problem-solving skills

Strategic thinking skills

Excellent presentation skills

Time management Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong Interpersonal and diplomacy Skills

Sound planning, organizational, facilitation and coordination skills.

People management skills

Flexibility and ability to work well under pressure

How to Apply

Apply by sending your cover letter and CV in one document, addressed to the Human Resource Manager, Zizi Afrique Foundation, on email address: jobs@ziziafrique.org.

The cover letter should illustrate your suitability to meet requirements of the position.

The closing date is 31st October 2022.

Clearly indicate the position title in the subject line of your email message.

For more information and job application details, see: Zizi Afrique Foundation Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer Jobs in Kenya

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