Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Officer
2025-09-12T06:28:15+00:00
Rikolto
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FULL_TIME
Eastern Uganda
Uganda
00256
Uganda
Internet
Admin & Office
2025-09-22T17:00:00+00:00
Uganda
8
Job Purpose
To lead Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning activities that strengthen evidence-based project management, adaptive learning, and impact measurement for wetland-adjacent communities in Eastern Uganda.
Responsibilities
MEL System Development and Data Management
- Develop and implement the MEL framework, tools, and systems aligned with the project’s Theory of Change and logical framework.
- Design indicator tracking tools, reference manuals, and data collection instruments.
- Gather and validate project data, ensuring quality, consistency, and reliability.
- Track key outcome indicators including climate-smart practice adoption, wetland restoration, green enterprise viability, market access, and gender/youth inclusion.
Training and Capacity Building
- Build MEL capacity among staff, partners, facilitators, and cooperatives.
- Clarify MEL expectations, roles, and responsibilities for all stakeholders.
Research, Evaluation, and Assessments
- Support thematic studies (e.g., wetland use, value chain impacts, ecosystem services).
- Coordinate internal/external evaluations (baseline, midline, endline).
- Design and conduct qualitative and quantitative assessments (farmer surveys, MSP assessments, etc.).
Learning and Knowledge Sharing
- Facilitate reflection and learning sessions for project teams and stakeholders.
- Disseminate best practices and evidence to support adaptive management.
- Promote MEL findings to inform strategic decision-making.
Reporting and Communication
- Compile accurate indicator workbooks and project reports.
- Support data-driven knowledge products for internal and external use.
Planning, Strategy, and Coordination
- Provide evidence and trend analysis for project planning and prioritization.
- Coordinate with thematic leads, project managers, and external MEL consultants.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics, Statistics, Economics, Development Studies, Computer Science, Environmental Science, or related field (postgraduate qualification an advantage).
- At least 5 years’ relevant experience in MEL, research, or project implementation in the development sector.
- Expertise in MEL system design, ToC, logical frameworks, SMART indicators, and quality data collection.
- Experience conducting qualitative and quantitative research and evaluations.
Technical Skills
- Hands-on experience with MEL tools (Excel, SPSS, Google Forms, Kobo Toolbox).
- Proficiency in dashboard and data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau).
- Ability to synthesize and communicate findings for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience tracking climate and ecosystem indicators (CO₂ reductions, wetland restoration, climate-smart practices adoption).
Other Competencies
- Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills.
- Strong report writing and analytical abilities.
- Integrity, attention to detail, and self-driven work ethic.
MEL System Development and Data Management Develop and implement the MEL framework, tools, and systems aligned with the project’s Theory of Change and logical framework. Design indicator tracking tools, reference manuals, and data collection instruments. Gather and validate project data, ensuring quality, consistency, and reliability. Track key outcome indicators including climate-smart practice adoption, wetland restoration, green enterprise viability, market access, and gender/youth inclusion. Training and Capacity Building Build MEL capacity among staff, partners, facilitators, and cooperatives. Clarify MEL expectations, roles, and responsibilities for all stakeholders. Research, Evaluation, and Assessments Support thematic studies (e.g., wetland use, value chain impacts, ecosystem services). Coordinate internal/external evaluations (baseline, midline, endline). Design and conduct qualitative and quantitative assessments (farmer surveys, MSP assessments, etc.). Learning and Knowledge Sharing Facilitate reflection and learning sessions for project teams and stakeholders. Disseminate best practices and evidence to support adaptive management. Promote MEL findings to inform strategic decision-making. Reporting and Communication Compile accurate indicator workbooks and project reports. Support data-driven knowledge products for internal and external use. Planning, Strategy, and Coordination Provide evidence and trend analysis for project planning and prioritization. Coordinate with thematic leads, project managers, and external MEL consultants.
Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics, Statistics, Economics, Development Studies, Computer Science, Environmental Science, or related field (postgraduate qualification an advantage). At least 5 years’ relevant experience in MEL, research, or project implementation in the development sector. Expertise in MEL system design, ToC, logical frameworks, SMART indicators, and quality data collection. Experience conducting qualitative and quantitative research and evaluations.
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Vacancy title:
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Officer
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Internet, Category: Admin & Office]
Jobs at:
Rikolto
Deadline of this Job:
Monday, September 22 2025
Duty Station:
Eastern Uganda | Uganda | Uganda
Summary
Date Posted: Friday, September 12 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Job Purpose
To lead Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning activities that strengthen evidence-based project management, adaptive learning, and impact measurement for wetland-adjacent communities in Eastern Uganda.
Responsibilities
MEL System Development and Data Management
- Develop and implement the MEL framework, tools, and systems aligned with the project’s Theory of Change and logical framework.
- Design indicator tracking tools, reference manuals, and data collection instruments.
- Gather and validate project data, ensuring quality, consistency, and reliability.
- Track key outcome indicators including climate-smart practice adoption, wetland restoration, green enterprise viability, market access, and gender/youth inclusion.
Training and Capacity Building
- Build MEL capacity among staff, partners, facilitators, and cooperatives.
- Clarify MEL expectations, roles, and responsibilities for all stakeholders.
Research, Evaluation, and Assessments
- Support thematic studies (e.g., wetland use, value chain impacts, ecosystem services).
- Coordinate internal/external evaluations (baseline, midline, endline).
- Design and conduct qualitative and quantitative assessments (farmer surveys, MSP assessments, etc.).
Learning and Knowledge Sharing
- Facilitate reflection and learning sessions for project teams and stakeholders.
- Disseminate best practices and evidence to support adaptive management.
- Promote MEL findings to inform strategic decision-making.
Reporting and Communication
- Compile accurate indicator workbooks and project reports.
- Support data-driven knowledge products for internal and external use.
Planning, Strategy, and Coordination
- Provide evidence and trend analysis for project planning and prioritization.
- Coordinate with thematic leads, project managers, and external MEL consultants.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics, Statistics, Economics, Development Studies, Computer Science, Environmental Science, or related field (postgraduate qualification an advantage).
- At least 5 years’ relevant experience in MEL, research, or project implementation in the development sector.
- Expertise in MEL system design, ToC, logical frameworks, SMART indicators, and quality data collection.
- Experience conducting qualitative and quantitative research and evaluations.
Technical Skills
- Hands-on experience with MEL tools (Excel, SPSS, Google Forms, Kobo Toolbox).
- Proficiency in dashboard and data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau).
- Ability to synthesize and communicate findings for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience tracking climate and ecosystem indicators (CO₂ reductions, wetland restoration, climate-smart practices adoption).
Other Competencies
- Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills.
- Strong report writing and analytical abilities.
- Integrity, attention to detail, and self-driven work ethic.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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