Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer (ME&L) - 493 at World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF)

Job Summary

• The Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer (ME&L) coordinates various ME&L aspects including data collation, compilation and analysis. In conjunction with the Data Management team, he/she shall manage program-level tracking, review and assessments. He/she will consistently support all the AWARD units, to identify and adapt relevant approaches/tools, ensure high quality and timely inputs to achieve intended outputs and outcomes in support of AWARD’s strategic vision and mission.

Job Description

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Manager, ME&L and in coordination with the Senior Manager, Programs & Research, the ME&L Officer will specifically:

1. Contribute to tracking and assessment of project/program activities; provide regular progress reviews for program improvement, learning and recommendations.
2. Support the design, development and effective use of research instruments, data collection, analysis and reporting tools and systems.
3. Provide technical support in the design of ME&L strategy, frameworks and systems to improve efficiency and effectiveness through timely identification of challenges and development of related plans to eliminate or minimize such bottlenecks.
4. Conduct routine data/indicator quality assessments – in close collaboration with the Data Management team - on project/program databases and provide extensive technical support for planning and implementation.
5. Contribute to routine and ad hoc data analysis and interpretation using different statistical and database systems and tools and appropriate presentation formats.
6. Identify and suggest innovative research and ME&L ideas, lead the conceptualization and contribute to the planning, implementation and review processes.
7. Provide critical inputs, information and statistics for all workstreams pertaining to ME&L including proposal development and mechanisms for technical/donor reporting.
8. Contribute to project/program reviews and planning workshops and assist the supervisor in preparing the relevant documentation.
9. Contribute to project/ program evaluations and research activities including baseline studies, mid-term reviews, outcome and impact assessments.
10. Prepare information products such as briefs and reports and more elaborated manuscripts/working papers for peer-review and publication as well as presentation of key findings in relevant conferences, workshops and symposiums.
11. Contribute to staff members and partners’ capacity development on ME&L through sense making sessions, training and other resources.
12. Supervise and coordinate unit staff members, interns and consultants as assigned.
13. Contribute to solving complex problems, leading and supporting creative taskforce and working groups within the team.
14. Perform any other tasks as required.

Requirements

1. A master’s degree preferably in development economics, business administration with excellent training in monitoring and evaluation. A specialization in measurement and metrics (statistics) is highly desirable.
2. At least five (5) years of experience in the design and implementation of ME&L development projects with consideration of gender, socio-policy and related issues in agriculture and rural development.
3. Demonstrated ability to conceptualize, analyse, synthesise and translate data, information and knowledge into useful products, interventions and policies generating positive social impact.
4. Demonstrated ability on goal setting, priorities and effective results.
5. Working knowledge of donor reporting systems and requirements.
6. Fluency in both oral and written English – Knowledge of French is highly desirable.
7. Strong background in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
8. Solid experience in tools/strategy design for data collection, analysis and production of various information products.
9. Experience in data management, knowledge of best practices for database development and maintenance, and use of statistical software package such as STATA, SPSS, R, NVivo, etc.
10. Excellent ability to explore new ideas and opportunities for impact; and
11. Ability to develop effective communication by establishing and maintaining solid working relationships with staff members, partners and stakeholders.

Skills and Competencies

1. Excellent ability to explore new ideas and opportunities for impact; and
2. Ability to develop effective communication by establishing and maintaining solid working relationships with staff members, partners and stakeholders.
3. Strong ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities and responsibilities in a diverse, dynamic and fast-paced environment.
4. Ability to work with competing priorities and deadlines.
5. Good work ethics and sensitivity to different socio-cultural backgrounds.
6. Strong analytical skills, expertise in handling both qualitative and quantitative data.
7. Strong written and oral skills, presentation and problem handling skills.
8. Attention to detail, tech-savvy, creative and performance-driven; and
9. Strong ability to work well within a team and independently.

Deadline for Applications: 03/06/2022