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Job Title:   Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Assistant (Fresher Jobs)  

Organisation: The AIDS Support Organization (TASO Uganda)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Project Technical Lead

About US:

The AIDS Support Organization (TASO Uganda), is an organisation contributing to a process of preventing HIV infection, restoring hope and improving the quality of life of persons, families and communities affected by HIV infection and disease.

Job Summary: The Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Assistant will support project activities by collecting and analysing data, developing monitoring and evaluation  plans, and ensuring compliance with MEAL  frameworks. He/she will conduct assessments  and  surveys to  measure  project  performance  and  contribute  to  learning initiatives for improving project effectiveness and outcomes.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in  designing  and  implementing  data  collection  methodologies,  including  surveys, interviews, and focus groups
• Collect data from project sites, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Enter data QI.projects data into databases in a timely and accurate manner
• Verify data for accuracy and completeness through routine data quality checks and validation procedures
• Assist in cleaning, coding, and organizing datasets for analysis
• Conduct basic data analysis using statistical software.
• Assist in preparing data visualization materials, such as tables, charts, and graphs, for reports and presentations
• Contribute to the writing and editing of project reports, success stories and case studies
• Provide administrative support for MEAL activities, including scheduling meetings, preparing materials, and organizing logistics
• Assist in tracking project indicators and targets, flagging any deviations or trends for further investigation
• Participate in capacity-building activities, such as trainings and workshops, to enhance MEAL skills and knowledge
• Enter data into databases accurately and efficiently.
• Verify data for completeness and accuracy.
• Maintain organized records of data sources and data entry activities.
• Generate routine reports and summaries as required.
• Assist in data cleaning and validation processes.
• Ensure compliance with data management protocols and procedures.
• Collaborate with team members to address data-related issues.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of sensitive data.
• Any other duties and may be assigned by the supervisor

Key Outputs:

• Data collection,  data  entry,  and  data  verification  processes  for  program  monitoring  and evaluation conducted.
• Surveys, assessments, and evaluations to measure program impact and outcomes conducted.
• Focus group  discussions,  key  informant  interviews,  and  other  qualitative  data  collection activities organized and facilitated.
• Data collection tools, training materials, and reports developed and disseminated.
• Data analysis using statistical  software conducted  and  data  visualization  materials, such as graphs and charts prepared.
• Donor reports, project proposals, and other program documentation prepared.
• Up-to-date program databases and performance monitoring systems maintained.
• Regular project meetings, workshops, and trainings conducted to share updates and findings on program monitoring and evaluation activities
• Data quality and integrity ensured throughout the project cycle.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Quantitative Economics, Public Health, Business Statistics, Information Technology, Computer  Science, Business Computing or a related field.
• Post graduate  training in M&E  monitoring  and  evaluation  methodologies,  data  collection techniques, and statistical analysis preferred
• Master’s in Public  Health,  Health  Services Research,  Monitoring  and  evaluation,  statistics, Biostatistics, Clinical epidemiology and biostatistics or a related field
• At least 1-2 years of experience in HIV/ART/PMTCT data management, monitoring,  evaluation,  or research,  preferably in a development or humanitarian context.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Familiarity and knowledge of national HMIS tools and databases.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data collection and analysis, excellent organizational and time management skills, ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with colleagues  from diverse backgrounds, strong written and verbal communication skills, proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Other Qualities/Attributes: Commitment to upholding ethical standards and confidentiality, flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and deadlines, willingness to travel to project sites and work in challenging environments.

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified candidates who meet all the above requirements are invited to submit their resume, copies of certified academic certificates, testimonials, and three referees, two of whom should be the present employer immediate supervisor or last employer if unemployed, or any other if it is the first employment being applied for. None of the referees should be a relative, friend, or business associate. All referees’ designations should be stated and contact details included i.e. physical address, telephone/ mobile numbers, and email contacts.

All interested Candidates MUST fully fill out the TASO Online Job Application Form, scan and save all the relevant documents as one document (labelled with the candidate’s full names), and forward only online applications with the relevant credentials to the link below.

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Note:

• Also, note that only applications received online shall be considered.
• While TASO appreciates all interested applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. In case you do not hear from TASO Uganda One (01) month after the closing date, please consider yourself unsuccessful.
• Please note that any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Deadline: 21st May 2024

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