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• Work closely with the Monitoring,
  Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Director and external M&E Experts to
  develop the project M&E plan and data collection tools.
• Actively monitor and update the project
  database and develop project reports using collected data.
• Actively coordinate with the MEL Director
  to design, coordinate and implement qualitative and quantitative research
  including baseline evaluation and rapid assessments.
• Initiate/ensure clear, efficient and
  timely communication and reporting in respect to the programmatic needs of
  the project.
• Take part in the development and
  facilitate the use of data collection tools at all levels through training
  and supportive supervision at the point of data collection.
• Carry out routine data quality assessments
  at service delivery points.

• Actively contribute to strategic planning
  and work plan development based on data generated from the M&E system;
  
• Support the program to strengthen the
  capacity of project staff, community partners, district staff and
  volunteers in collecting, analyzing and utilizing data; analyze, interpret
  and disseminate information that document project performance and
  findings, including identification of best practices and lessons learned
  from project activities.
• Participate in national level data
  triangulation forums and annual review meetings and develop policy briefs
  based on district level data as directed by the Senior M&E Specialist.
  
• Contribute to program learning through
  writing and mentoring others on writing briefs that draw on program data
  and findings – both quantitative and qualitative.

• Render support in the implementation of
  the M&E plan and assist stakeholders in understanding M&E
  guidelines.
• Develop M&E capacity building plans
  based on assessment findings to strengthen the district and CSO M&E
  systems and their ability to use data for decision making.
• Organize and conduct periodic meetings
  with local collaborating agencies, partners and stakeholders to discuss
  achievements, challenges, and lessons learned.

• All suitably qualified and interested
  candidates who so wish to join the CRS USAID Project should hold a Ugandan
  national with experience working in Uganda, preferably in the Central
  and/or Western regions of the country.
• The applicant should hold a Degree in
  Public health or other advanced degree in a relevant field.
• A minimum of five or more years practical
  experience in Monitoring and Evaluating OVC and/or community-based
  HIV/AIDS programs.
• Demonstrated experience in quantitative
  and qualitative data collection Fluent in English with excellent written
  and oral communication skills.
• Past experience in developing and
  presenting presentations, policy briefs, articles and other M&E
  products.
• Significant experience in planning and
  facilitating trainings and building M&E capacity.
• Working knowledge of relevant national and
  international indicators (particularly PEPFAR) related to HIV/AIDS and OVC
  desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability
  to work effectively in a team.
• Computer literate with knowledge of Word,
  Excel and PowerPoint; other database and management information systems
  knowledge desirable.
• All CRS staff should possess the following
  values: Serves with Integrity, Models Stewardship, Cultivates Constructive
  Relationships and Promotes Learning
• Currently living in or willingness to
  relocate to Kampala, Kasese or Mbarara.

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