ZOA MEAL Officer - Education Jobs in Uganda
ZOA MEAL Officer - Education Jobs in Uganda
About ZOA ZOA is an international NGO that inspired by Christian identity and biblical message of reconciliation and restoration of a broken world with its headquarters in the Netherlands. ZOA operate in fifteen countries on and on three continents. At ZOA we provide relief to people affected by conflict or natural disasters, contribute to a new perspective of hope in which people work together for a promising future in dignity and mutual trust. Together with the affected communities we work on the recovery of their livelihoods.
In Uganda, ZOA has offices in Kampala, West Nile (Arua), Acholi (Nwoya), and Karamoja (Amudat). ZOA Uganda works both in relief and recovery on the themes of food security & livelihoods, WASH, primary/accelerated and/or vocational education, and conflict management with a special focus on land security.
About the Position
The Monitoring, Evaluation Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Officer-Education is responsible for supporting strengthening of the MEAL system , data collection and monitoring and ensuring quality implementation of project/program interventions in Amudat District, specifically for the EMBRACE education project.
Project Specific
The MEAL Officer, with support from Project Manager/s, will be responsible for the day to day M&E activities of the project assigned to him/her.
The MEAL Officer-Education, is technically supervised by the ZOA MEAL Coordinator.**
Main Activities
Tasks, Responsibilities, Results
General
Monitor implementation of project activities in line with the project proposal to achieve optimal project outputs and outcomes in line with ZOA/donor procedures and targets;
Strengthen capacity of project/program team in conducting result oriented basic monitoring and evaluation approaches;
Accounts timely for executed project activities in line with and according to relevant ZOA policies and guidelines;
Ensures project outputs are consistent with project proposals, log frames and in line with quality standards and country policies;
Oversees and ensures implementation is in line with standards and policies of both ZOA and the Government of Uganda;
Any other duty as assigned by the supervisor in line with the project.
Reporting
Provide inputs to implementation of plans and activity/monthly reports;
Identify, document lessons learned and best practices;
Prepare and submit well written success stories;
Contribute to project reports or implementation plans as required by supervisor;
Collect monitoring data according to ZOA’s systems and activities in the project;
Ensure
availability and utilization of data collection tools and databases.
Competencies
Knowledge & Experience:
University degree in statistics, social sciences, economics or related field, with background in Monitoring and Evaluation
At least 2 – 3 years of successful experience in a similar position implementing related projects;
Excellent facilitation, communication skills and writing ability;
Familiar with use of different statistical data analysis software
Experience in education projects and ASER/EGMA/EGRA tools and INEE standards is an added advantage
Experience with implementing projects funded by institutional donors is an added advantage;
Excellent spoken and written command of English, Kiswahili is an added advantage.
Skills:
Good communication, writing and facilitation skills;
Innovative, creative and enthusiastic;
Good computer skills: Ms Excel, Ms Word and PowerPoint;
Ability to design data collection tool both paper based and Mobile based form (Kobo)
Self-motivator, able to work under minimum supervision;
Ability to drive a motorcycle with valid driving/riding license.
Attitude:
Flexibility and adaptability;
Interpersonal and cross-cultural sensitivity;
Able to work under pressures and meet deadlines;
Able to work in a sometimes fluid and insecure environment;
Aims to integrate and reflect Christian values in relief and rehabilitation work.
Special Requirements
Ability to travel or ride a motor bike to hard to reach locations of project implementation
How to Apply
All suitably qualified and interested candidates with the required qualification, experience, knowledge, skills, and attitude should send their applications to
ugandavacancies@zoa.ngo. Applications should only include the following: cover letter and an updated CV (with three professional referees) of which two must be 2 professional references, including your supervisor and the most recent/previous employer, and 1 character reference could be your pastor or priest.
Deadline: 3rd October, 2020. Indicate only “Application MEAL Officer- Amudat” on the subject line. Qualified female candidates and or individuals with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.**
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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