Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

The Project Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Officer is responsible for coordinating and supporting the designing, implementation of CEHURDís MERL framework and systems, tracking progress of implementation of the organizationís strategic plan. The role involves institutional and project-based MEL aimed at ensuring institutional and programme effectiveness and accountability for outcomes and impact. This role ensures that the organizationís key interventions are effectively monitored and evaluated, and that data is collected, analyzed, and used to inform programmatic and other decisions for ongoing quality improvement and learning.

The MEL Officer plays a critical role in fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the organization. They will conduct staff and partner capacity building on MEL.

Responsibilities or duties

Coordinating and supporting the designing, implementation of CEHURDís MERL framework and systems, tracking progress of implementation of the organizationís strategic plan. The role involves institutional and project-based MEL aimed at ensuring institutional and programme effectiveness and accountability for outcomes and impact. This role ensures that the organizationís key interventions are effectively monitored and evaluated, and that data is collected, analyzed, and used to inform programmatic and other decisions for ongoing quality improvement and learning. Conduct staff and partner capacity building on MEL.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

Bachelorís degree in any of these or related disciplines from a recognised University: Monitoring and Evaluation, Social Sciences, public health, economics, commerce, statistics, development studies. Post graduate qualification in any of these or related disciplines from a recognised institution: research methods, Monitoring and Evaluation, Project Planning and Management, Human rights is an added advantage.

Experience needed

3 years of work experience in monitoring and evaluation roles, preferably in NGO environment. Experience in a MEL role in an advocacy institution is an added advantage. Proven ability in building staff and partner capacity in MEL principles and practices. Experience in the use of digital MEL systems and tools. Experience in facilitating learning and adaptation for programme and institutional improvement. Experience in data collection, analysis and reporting based on approved indicators and targets. Strong organizational and project management abilities. Proven experience in designing and implementing monitoring and evaluation systems and frameworks. Previous roles in conducting programme and project assessments, surveys, and evaluations. Ability in efficient data management. Understanding of the specific industry or sector in which the organization operates. Ability to analyze data from various sources and identify key trends and patterns. Ability to supervise and mentor others. Ability to work effectively with diverse communities and cultures.

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

Women are encouraged to apply. By applying for any of these positions, the job applicant acknowledges and commits to supporting a work environment that promotes dignity, safety, and the protection of all individuals, especially vulnerable populations.

• Coordinating and supporting the designing, implementation of CEHURDís MERL framework and systems
• Tracking progress of implementation of the organizationís strategic plan
• Ensuring institutional and programme effectiveness and accountability for outcomes and impact
• Ensuring that the organizationís key interventions are effectively monitored and evaluated
• Collecting, analyzing, and using data to inform programmatic and other decisions for ongoing quality improvement and learning
• Conducting staff and partner capacity building on MEL

• Building staff and partner capacity in MEL principles and practices
• Use of digital MEL systems and tools
• Facilitating learning and adaptation for programme and institutional improvement
• Data collection, analysis and reporting based on approved indicators and targets
• Organizational and project management abilities
• Designing and implementing monitoring and evaluation systems and frameworks
• Conducting programme and project assessments, surveys, and evaluations
• Efficient data management
• Analyzing data from various sources and identifying key trends and patterns
• Supervising and mentoring others
• Working effectively with diverse communities and cultures

• Bachelorís degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Social Sciences, public health, economics, commerce, statistics, or development studies from a recognised University
• Post graduate qualification in research methods, Monitoring and Evaluation, Project Planning and Management, or Human rights from a recognised institution (added advantage)