EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
MONITORING AND EVALUATION OFFICER COASTAL RURAL SUPPORT
PROGRAM (TANZANIA)
The Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) is a private, non-denominational,
development agency promoting creative and effective solutions to problems that
impede social and economic development. AKF has been working to improve
livelihoods and food security for smallholder farmers in southern Tanzania
since 2009. AKF is now launching a program devoted to improving the sunflower
value chain in its program area of Lindi and Mtwara regions and is looking for
a competent and committed Monitoring and Evaluation Officer to manage the
monitoring and evaluation activities of the sunflower project (Alizeti
Maendeleo) and contribute specialist skills to CRSPT's broader monitoring and
evaluation functions. AKF is looking for a person with strong
multi-disciplinary M&E skills and one or more of the following key
strengths:
Quantitative data analysis using Excel, SPSS or any other
relevant software
Experience in undertaking quantitative surveys
Strong qualitative research, analysis and writing skills
Database development and management
Specific responsibilities include:
With the support of the M&E Coordinator, develop
monitoring and evaluation systems and tools for monitoring project activities
(process), outputs and outcomes based on agreed indicators.
Develop and manage project's M&E plans in coordination
with project staff, both in the project office and based in the field.
Supervise all M&E related field activities including
baseline and end line surveys, performance monitoring and data quality
supportive supervision.
Monitor project progress towards achieving results and
advise on programmatic adjustments.
Build capacity of project teams on M&E-related issues
and provide guidance and technical support in all matters pertaining to data
collection, quality assurance, analysis and presentation.
Compile and maintain a project database to inform progress
toward outcomes for internal and donor reports. Review all project reports to
ensure that information on indicators is accurate, relevant and well presented.
Facilitate and coordinate project progress presentation to
ensure availability and better utilization of data for decision-making during
management and project review meetings.
Synthesise lessons learnt and best practices in adoption of
good agricultural practices, in light of emerging challenges of climate change,
and share the lessons learnt for to enable strategy review.
Actively participate in a broad range of M&E functions
as part of the CRSPT MERL team and as may be directed from time to time by the
M&E Coordinator or MERL Manager.
Qualifications/Experience:
A bachelor's degree preferably in agricultural economics,
rural development, statistics, community development or any · related subject
At least 3 years of professional experience in M&E,
preferably in rural development projects
Knowledge of Result Based Management and Logical frameworks;
ability to develop M&E frameworks and data collection tools is mandatory
Knowledge of Market Systems/M4P approach is an added
advantage
Proven skills in quantitative data collection and analysis
using Excel, SPSS, Access or other data management/analysis software
Supreme attention to detail and capacity to deliver quality
data and information
A demonstrated ability to manage enumeration and research
teams in the field, willingness to participate in field activities/surveys and
travel to remote areas within the region
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in
English, with Swahili an advantage
A flexible team player, willing to learn and mentor others
Good contextual knowledge of local issues, community
priorities, organizational relationships, social and cultural · constraints and
realities, and environmental conditions.
Must be willing to live in Mtwara, Tanzania and spend long
periods in rural areas
Interested applicants are requested to submit their CVs (not
exceeding 3 pages), including contact details for three professional
references, and a covering letter identifying their key
strengths and experience and explaining why they are best suited for the
position before the close of business on Wednesday 14th June
2017, to the Country Director, Aga Khan Foundation, P.O. Box 125,
Dar-es-Salaam or by e-mail to recruit.akftz@akdn.org. Please
note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.
The Aga Khan Foundation is an Agency of the Aga Khan
Development Network.
Source: The Citizen 1 June, 2017
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