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Title:         
Regional Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator

Organization: Windle International Uganda (WIU)

Funding Source: United Nations High Commissioner
for Refugees (UNHCR)

Duty Station:  Uganda

About US:

Windle International Uganda (WIU) formerly Windle Trust
Uganda is a registered INGO whose mission is to promote peace and development
in communities through provision and coordination of Education and training for
Refugees and people affected by conflict.Windle International Uganda is the
lead partner of UNHCR in implementing Education Projects in Uganda with close
collaboration with the Government of Uganda through the Office of the Prime
Minister.

Job Summary:   The Regional Monitoring and Evaluation
Coordinator will be responsible for providing leadership to the designated WIU
region of operation in terms of Monitoring & Evaluation with a particular
focus on the use of scientifically sound methods of impact Evaluation. He/she
will be responsible for the implementation of the Monitoring and Evaluation
(M&E) framework of the organization’s projects and contribute to the design
and implementation of related core M&E research and development activities
of WIU. He/she will work to develop approaches and tools based on clear impact
pathways, theories of change, outcomes, and indicators of progress.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:  

Project Monitoring and Evaluation:

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Operationalize the M&E framework designed
for Windle Uganda and others specific to different projects including and not
limited to: designing program M&E tools for data collection, verification,
and management and reporting as well as education management data audits;

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Contribute to the development, design and
planning of projects so that (a) projects have a clear and feasible strategy
towards impact that is in line with WIU’s mission and strategy, and (b)
projects include clearly defined measurable indicators of outputs, outcomes and
impact, Contribute to outcome and evidence-based strategic decision-making at
WIU and promote a culture of evidence-based learning and adaptation at field
level,

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Assist Settlement Managers to develop systematic
and realistic monitoring plans that capture

·      
quantitative and qualitative data to
periodically report on project performance indicators; Follow-up on Monitoring
and Evaluation exercises for various Windle Uganda projects; Conduct capacity
assessments on existing monitoring and evaluation system;

·      
Lead the design and implementation of ex-post
and ex-ante evaluations of WIUs technologies

·      
and interventions using robust methods of impact
evaluation

·      
Monitor and evaluate overall progress on
achievement of results as well as the sustainability of the project results and
report periodically to management team

·      
Participate in multidisciplinary teams to
develop, implement and evaluate strategic management plans to improve WIU
programming effectiveness.

Capacity Building:

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With guidance from M&EL Manager, build
capacity of Data Administrators and other staff on the logical framework, data
management, data analysis and results-oriented programming, monitoring and
evaluation methods and principles and report writing techniques and
requirements for relevant donors to ensure compliance at field level

·      
In liaison with Regional Program Coordinator and
Settlement Managers, organize and coordinate lessons learnt Workshops/review of
program work plans with partners & other stakeholders;

·      
Participate in annual project reviews and planning
workshops and assist Regional and Settlement Managers in preparing relevant
reports.

Administration:

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With guidance and support from M&EL Manager
develop and maintain a system for archiving M&E guidelines, tools, data
files, analysis files, reports and presentations for major activity undertaken

·      
In collaboration with M&EL Manager, develop
program and operational reporting templates that facilitate the acquisition and
aggregation of information in programs, including input for impact related
success stories;

·      
In close collaboration and consultation with
communications department, assist in gathering, summarizing and disseminating
relevant technical updates on program planning monitoring, evaluation and
operations research within the project;

·      
Coordinate mid-term reviews and evaluation of
program activities and ensure proper documentation of innovative approaches and
best practices for dissemination

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

·      
The applicant for the Windle International
Uganda (WIU) Regional Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator job opportunity
must hold a Postgraduate Diploma or Advanced Degree in Monitoring and
Evaluation

·      
An advanced Degree in Project Planning,
Development Studies, Programme Management, Sociology, Statistics, Economics or
other related field from a reputable Institution of Learning,

·      
Two years of progressive professional experience
in development programmes, of which at least 1 year should be at Senior Officer
level with reputable organization or NGO,

·      
Strong track record of leadership and proven
ability to produce demonstrable results, Extensive network within the
development community,

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This is a Field- based position, and therefore,
field experience is a strong asset, Working knowledge of Uganda’s PESTEL.

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Excellent organization and coordination skills;

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Must be result-oriented;

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Excellent Communication skills (written, verbal
and non- verbal)

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Working experience in the civil society sector;

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Knowledge of Refugee Operations;

·      
Demonstrated work experience in campaigning,
lobbying and policy engagement, stakeholder management in civil society arena,
project management, and advocacy and representing an organization at various
levels;

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Negotiation skills;

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Verbal and written communication skills;

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Ability to build working relationships;

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Superior Analytical and Presentation skills;

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Time management;

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Intercultural and interpersonal skills;

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Ability to work under pressure and to work with
multiple conflicting priorities

How to Apply:

All interested applicants should apply online at the link
below.

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Deadline: 13th January, 2020

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