M&E, KML Officer

summary
The M&E/KML Officer assures the quality of M&E and KML practices in accordance with industry standards and in accordance with ChildFund global systems and processes. He/she also supports global program strategic initiatives when needed. The Officer will provide technical guidance and support in the process of continuous design, management and improvement of M&E/KML practices, processes and systems. He/She will provide data processing and analysis support and formulate conclusions and recommendations for decision-making. He/she supports   the design of MEL frameworks for the projects models.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop Project M&E Plan: developing and overseeing data flow pattern and ensuring timely data collection and reporting; tracking budgets against activities.

• Conduct monthly project supportive monitoring: coordinating and overseeing research, data collection, reviews, assessments, and documentation efforts; ensuring data quality and putting in place routine data verification mechanisms.
• Coordinate project review meetings.
• Develop reporting and monitoring tools: Participating in and contributing to the finalization of M&E frameworks; developing M&E tools – including M&E plans, data collection and analysis tools; providing technical support aimed at strengthening M&E systems and undertaking on-site support.
• Support in the review of monthly, quarterly and annual report: conducting partner assessments in relations to M&E and leading improvements in partner M&E practices; preparing quarterly and annual programmatic reports in addition to facilitating program reviews.
• Lead in the reporting and analysis of data including baseline, endline etc.: Developing project and program performance monitoring plans, indicators and tools; collecting, validating and analyzing program and project performance information; designing, planning and providing oversight to evaluations, research and assessments.
• Support project staff in the implementation of project activities: Ensuring project monitoring mechanisms comply with grants and project agreements; ensuring quality of existing data, sources and methods of data collection.
• Child Safeguarding: Remain alert and responsive to any child safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills which will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the child safeguarding policy and procedures, and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the Child Safeguarding Policy

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Team work -capable of working well with others both on the team and cross-functionally to achieve individual goals, team goals, department goals, and/or organizational goals
• Communication -Effectively and appropriately interacts with others to build relationships, influence others, and facilitate the sharing of ideas and information.
• Result Orientation -invest time in upfront planning to achieve organizational goals and objectives while meeting quality standards, following the appropriate processes, and demonstrating continuous commitment.
• Resilience– thrives and grows in a rapidly changing and complex environment. Displays flexibility, activates networks, and adopts a continuous growth mindset to learn from mistakes and bounce back from adversity.

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Organizational Awareness -Contributes to the organization by understanding and aligning actions with the organization’s goals, core functions, needs, and values.
• Innovation-Thinks beyond the confines of traditional models to recognize opportunities and find new and better ways of doing things. Encourages experimentation and accepts failure as a driver of innovation.
• Relationship Building /Partnership -Develops internal and external trusting, professional relationships. Purposefully develops networks to build value through collaboration.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE 

Required

• Minimum of four years of work experience in monitoring and evaluation
• Expertise in both qualitative and quantitative methodologies, operations research, management of information systems, data quality assessment and data analysis as well as presentation.
• Demonstrated strong teamwork and planning skills.
• Strong technical skills including ability to process and analyze data using one or more statistical software packages, e.g. SPSS, Epi-info, Stata, MS Access. Advanced Excel skills.
• Expertise in research to practice – identifying and adapting best practices.
• Excellent written and communication skills.

Education
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) preferred in community development/social science discipline or other relevant area. Equivalent relevant work experience may be acceptable in lieu of degree.
ChildFund International is committed to safeguarding the interests, rights, and well-being of children with whom it is in contact and to conducting its programs and operations in a manner that is safe for children

NB: Kindly note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.