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Job Title:  Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Advisor  

Organisation: Uganda Women Entrepreneurs Association Limited

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About Organisation:

Uganda Women Entrepreneurs Association Limited (UWEAL) was established in 1987, whose mandate is grounded in 3 core program areas; Building strong women owned enterprises, networking and marketing linkages for business women and advocating for policies that create an enabling environment for women to compete favorably in business.

About GROW Project:

The GROW Project is an innovative initiative designed to elevate the status and productivity of women-owned enterprises in Uganda. It aligns with the government’s broader objectives under the Third National Development Program (NDP III), aiming to empower women economically and create sustainable impacts on the national economy through entrepreneurship. The project will strategically focus on three regions: Eastern, Central, and Western Uganda, emphasizing capacity building and facilitating Women Entrepreneurs Platforms

Job Summary:   The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Advisor will play a pivotal role in the GROW project, overseeing the design, implementation, and management of a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation framework. The M&E office will ensure that all project activities are tracked for their performance, impact, and alignment with the goals of empowering women entrepreneurs and enhancing their access to resources. The advisor will work closely with various stakeholders and project teams to ensure the timely collection, analysis, and reporting of data, while fostering continuous learning and improvement.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

M&E Framework Development:

• Lead the design and implementation of a robust Monitoring and Evaluation framework tailored to the objectives of the GROW project.
• Ensure that the M&E framework integrates well with the overall project’s strategies and aligns with key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Develop tools, templates, and systems for data collection, analysis, and reporting at district, regional, and national levels.

Data Collection & Analysis:

• Coordinate the collection and validation of data from Women Entrepreneurs Platforms (WEPs) across the project regions (Central, Eastern, and Western Uganda).
• Ensure accurate data gathering on project activities, outputs, outcomes, and impacts in accordance with the project’s goals.
• Analyze data and provide insights that inform decision-making and strategy adjustments.

Reporting & Documentation:

• Prepare detailed quarterly and annual reports highlighting the progress of project activities and the achievement of key results.
• Document project successes, challenges, lessons learned, and best practices for dissemination to stakeholders.
• Provide timely feedback to the project team to adjust strategies and ensure project activities are on track.

Capacity Building & Support:

• Train and mentor project staff and local stakeholders on M&E systems, tools, and methodologies.
• Work closely with district-level offices to strengthen local capacities for monitoring and data management.
• Provide guidance on integrating M&E best practices into daily operations to ensure sustainability beyond the project period.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders including the Ministry of Gender Labour and Social Development (MGLSD), World Bank, UWEAL, and other partners to ensure that the M&E framework meets donor and government requirements.
• Represent the GROW project in meetings and discussions related to monitoring and evaluation activities, ensuring transparent communication of project progress and challenges.

Risk Management & Adaptation:

• Identify risks and challenges within the project implementation, offering data-driven solutions for mitigating such risks.
• Adapt the M&E framework and tools as necessary to respond to any changes in the project’s implementation environment.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Education: Master’s degree in Monitoring & Evaluation, Statistics, Economics, Development Studies, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation, preferably with projects focusing on women’s economic empowerment, entrepreneurship, or capacity building.

Technical Skills:

• Expertise in designing and implementing M&E frameworks, systems, and tools.
• Proven experience with data analysis software (e.g., SPSS, STATA, or Excel) and qualitative analysis tools.
• Leadership: Strong team management and capacity-building skills.
• Reporting Skills: Excellent reporting and communication skills, with experience producing reports for donors and other stakeholders (e.g., the World Bank).
• Communication: Fluency in English and knowledge of local languages is an advantage.

Desirable Attributes:

• Strong understanding of gender issues and women’s economic empowerment.
• Experience working with local government bodies and non-profit organizations in Uganda.
• Analytical thinker with problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to dynamic environments.

How to Apply:

All interested candidates are invited to submit their application letters, CVs, and any relevant certificates to uweal@uweal.co.ug

Deadline: 18th November 2024.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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