Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Officer 6 Positions)
Organisation: Office of the Prime Minister
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) of Uganda is the central government ministry responsible for coordinating, monitoring, and implementing government policies, programs, and projects across all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs).
Job Summary: To carry out monitoring and evaluation of sub-projects in implementing districts; ensure maintenance of an updated project results matrix and project database; and provide support to the preparation and submission of all project reports.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support the development of a comprehensive M&E and reporting system for the collection, documentation, tracking, and reporting of data related to all results levels of the project.
- Develop and/or revise project M&E tools and data collection procedures (e.g., project performance tracking and monitoring, indicators, data flow chart, M&E guides).
- Support and guide the development of feasible (specific, observable, measurable, qualitative and quantitative) indicators, targets, data collection and reporting frameworks, and performance monitoring plans.
- Support in compiling baseline data for each indicator per project component..
- Regularly collect data on targets of each indicator in the results framework matrix to measure achievement against performance indicators.
- Cascade M&E framework to all result levels of the project ensuring coherence and integration of indicators across all components.
- Support the development of an automated and interoperable information management system and dashboard to enable real-time progress tracking.
- Ensure validity, reliability, precision, integrity, and timeliness of information through quality checks and corrective actions.
- Compile and analyse data to support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
- Support in preparing briefing materials on project performance and status.
- Support compliance with reporting requirements, reviewing relevant project documents and work plans.
- Facilitate training of relevant staff and district teams on Monitoring and Evaluation and data responsibilities.
- Monitor the progress of ongoing sub-projects in districts to ensure adherence to set standards and specifications.
- Participate in the organisation and conduct the joint implementation support missions and other in-depth reviews.
- Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor or his/her designate.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- An Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Economics, Information Technology. Social Sciences, Education. Development Studies or any other related discipline from a reputable University.
- A Master’s Degree in any of the above or related discipline is of added advantage.
- At least 6 years of relevant professional experience in the design/implementation of organisational level systems for M&E with government or externally funded projects, development partners, multilateral or international organisations.
- Proven expertise in quantitative and qualitative methodologies, management information systems, reporting, data quality assessments, data analysis and presentation.
- Demonstrated experience with data collection platforms and M&E tools such as Kobo Toolbox, ODK. Power BI, SPSS. STATA, or similar analytical packages.
- Proficiency in advanced Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong understanding of Geo-enabling Initiative for Monitoring and Supervision (GEMS) is required.
- Strong knowledge of theory of change, resilience M&E, results-based monitoring, and evaluation design fundamentals is desirable.
- Strong presentation skills and experience in drafting Aide Memoires for stakeholders.
- Knowledge/expertise in evaluation techniques (quantitative and qualitative methodologies, questionnaire development, statistical analysis, logic models, evaluation plans, etc.).
- High level of integrity in handling public resources and financial management.
- High level of interpersonal and management skills and ability to work with teams.
- Must be result-focused and be able to work under pressure and tight deadlines.
How to Apply:
Applications should be accompanied by:
A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
Copies of certificates (academic and professional) and testimonials.
A copy of identification documents.
Proof of relevant work experience (MUST be attached).
At least three (3) competent referees, one of whom must be a current or previous employer. The closing date for applications is 12th June 2026 at 5:00 PM.
All applications should be signed and addressed to:
The Permanent Secretary
Office of the Prime Minister Plot 9-11, Apollo Kaggwa Road P.O. Box 341, Kampala, UGANDA Hard copies should be hand-delivered to the Security Registry (Floor 6), Office of the Prime Minister Building.
Deadline: 12th June 2026
Deadline: 12th June 2026
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Level of Education: bachelor degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 72