Fresher Monitoring and Evaluation Officer NGO Jobs – Light for the World

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Job Title:   Monitoring and Evaluation Officer (Fresher Jobs) 

Organisation: Light for the World

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

 

About US:

Light for the World is a global disability & development organization, breaking down barriers to enrich society and unlock the potential in all of us. Light for the World (LFTW) is an international disability and development organisation whose vision is an inclusive society where no one is left behind. We enable crucial eye health services and help empower people with disabilities in some of the poorest regions of the world.

 

Job Summary:  Reporting to the Monitoring, Evaluation and Knowledge Manager, the M&E Officer will be responsible for designing and implementing the M&E activities for the We Can Work program. This will start from organizing the baseline research, to regular data collection needed to prepare Monthly/Quarterly/Annual progress reports and to monitor programmes activities on a regular basis. The M&E Officer will further contribute to developing and maintaining the MIS of the programmes and will be responsible for the collection & analysis of different data in relation to programmes activities.

 

The M&E Officer works in close collaboration with the We Can Work program team in country and at global level.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

MEL Tool Development and Data Management – 40%

  • Develop and implement a robust monitoring and evaluation system that will ensure tracking of We Can Work program results at different levels (outputs, outcomes and impact).
  • Develop/ adopt an integrated database and ensure accountability through regular data updates, data integrity and working in collaboration with the field data collectors.
  • Work with programme officers and managers to ensure the collection of relevant and appropriate data needed for an effective MEL system which will be utilized in monitoring strengths, weaknesses and gaps in programmes implementation and for reporting on donor commitments.
  • Review existing data collection tools for the programmes and lead the ongoing digitisation effort for reporting and data management.
  • Incorporate field and technical team feedback to ensure the continuous improvement of data management systems within Light for the World Uganda.

Monitoring and Reporting – 40%

  • Monitor programmes activities and progress towards achieving the programmes outputs;
  • Identify strategies for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of programmes implementation by identifying bottlenecks in completing and reaching targets in programmes activities, and developing plans to minimize or eliminate such bottlenecks;
  • Provide statistical input for monthly, quarterly, half-yearly and annual programmes reports;
  • Carry out data quality assessments/ audits regularly for MEL data, based on agreed indicators to guide decision making.

Assessments, Surveys and Evaluation – 15%

  • Liaise with other country office teams and partners to ensure that all new and ongoing programmes adhere to accountability requirements by initiating baseline surveys/barrier analysis for new programmes and conducting relevant reviews for ongoing programmes to meet Light for the World Uganda standards.
  • Timely plan and initiate all pre-and -post intervention assessments, KAP surveys and other types of assessments as needed per programme.
  • Coordinate the review of all survey reports prepared to ensure quality and accurate reporting.
  • Perform additional team responsibilities – 5%


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Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • The applicant must hold a University Degree in Information Management, Statistics, Economics, Monitoring & Evaluation, Demography, Population Studies and/or any other related field.
  • Two years of direct experience in a position of monitoring and evaluation. Experience in the non-profit sector is an added bonus.
  • Demonstrated experience in data processing and management of surveys, databases;
  • Demonstrated experience of statistical packages and/ or data analysis software (e.g. SPSS, Excel, Epi Info, SMART, STAT 01) and advanced computer skills (word-processing, spread sheets, and databases) are a must;
  • Experience with mobile data collection, cloud-based, digital data management and information systems is an added bonus.
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Self‐starter, self‐disciplined and ability to work independently.
  • Passionate about disability inclusion and Light for the World’s mission.

 

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested applicants should apply online at the link below.

 

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Please apply using A complete CV and a letter of motivation are important parts of this. Please let us know why you would like to join our team and why you consider yourself suitable.

 

Deadline: 30th June 2023

 

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