Background

The position is responsible for monitoring and measuring the impact of programs and activities; communicating M&E information, development of monitoring tools, data surveys; collection, analysis and interpretation, structured data manipulation, coordination and follow-up on all field monitoring and evaluation activities, and reporting.Tanzania job market

Responsibilities

R1. Management of Monitoring and Evaluation Initiatives

• Implementation and review of work-plans for M&E.
• Development and implementation of M&E framework, systems, structures and procedures (e.g. logical framework, project performance tracking, indicators, data flow chart and M&E manuals).
• Conduct baseline surveys, evaluations and studies as designed in program implementation framework for HiHEA (TZ).
• Undertake M&E activities and initiatives including management of data quality, tracking progress of program activities implementation and impact and outcomes.
• Development and pre-testing of monitoring and evaluation tools.
• Undertake capacity building of staff in monitoring and evaluation and train enumerators on use of tools and data collection before surveys.
• Perform regular field visits to ensure projects/programs are implemented according to project/program design.
• Undertake data analysis, interpretation, manipulation and reporting for internal use and external distribution to partners, donors, government agencies etc.
• Support fundraising and resource mobilization by providing relevant data and information for proposal writing, concept papers etc.
• Maintain positive relationship with beneficiaries, local communities, partners, collaborators, government agencies and other external contacts.
• Compile and submit periodic and management reports as prescribed.
• Keep abreast of developments in program changes and progress in order to advise and recommend tools and strategies to increase program performances and results.

R2. Data Quality and Documentation Management

• Ensure compliance with relevant norms, protocols, guidelines and regulations as established by the M&E system and maintain high quality standards in the performance of M&E components at HiHEA (TZ).
• Oversee processes that ensure quality control for data management and ensure accurate reporting of findings.
• Maintain proper storage of data and information and carry out regular back-ups.
• Identify strengths and weakness in existing data collection and management systems and propose solutions to M&E Manager and management.

R3. Knowledge Sharing and Learning

• Ensure M&E framework and tools capture and document case studies, best practices, experiences and lessons learned for internal and external sharing.
• Participate in the dissemination of findings; share M&E reports with operations that document findings highlighting areas of successes and proposed reviews, experiences and learning points.
• Coordinate implementation of adopted best practices processes.

R4. Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.

Qualifications

a. Level of Education/Academic Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Mathematics & statistics, Information Management, Project Management, Business Administration and Social Science (Social Scientists) or any related field.

b. Specialized Training/Professional Qualifications

• Post-graduate or professional qualification in monitoring and evaluation or project planning and management.
• Statistical data analysis skills such as Microsoft Excel, SPSS, STATA etc preferred.

c. Competencies/Abilities/Skills Required

• Ability to design M & E tools, surveys, surveillance systems, and evaluations.
• Excellent analytical and detail-oriented individual with extensive experience in research, surveys and data management.
• Strong information technology and demonstrated ability to work with data analysis tools/packages and MS Office applications.
• A dynamic, innovative, highly motivated individual with good analytical skills and practical experience in management of structured data.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver under minimal supervision.
• Good planning, organizational and coordination skills and demonstrated ability to multitask and comply with standards and guidelines.
• Good interpersonal skills, team orientation, public relations skills and ability to network and interact easily with people from diverse backgrounds at the local community level.
• Good communication and presentation skills; good spoken and written English, and Kiswahili and demonstrated ability to write clear and concise reports.

d. Relevant Work Experience

• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar position.

• Implementation and review of work-plans for M&E.
• Development and implementation of M&E framework, systems, structures and procedures (e.g. logical framework, project performance tracking, indicators, data flow chart and M&E manuals).
• Conduct baseline surveys, evaluations and studies as designed in program implementation framework for HiHEA (TZ).
• Undertake M&E activities and initiatives including management of data quality, tracking progress of program activities implementation and impact and outcomes.
• Development and pre-testing of monitoring and evaluation tools.
• Undertake capacity building of staff in monitoring and evaluation and train enumerators on use of tools and data collection before surveys.
• Perform regular field visits to ensure projects/programs are implemented according to project/program design.
• Undertake data analysis, interpretation, manipulation and reporting for internal use and external distribution to partners, donors, government agencies etc.
• Support fundraising and resource mobilization by providing relevant data and information for proposal writing, concept papers etc.
• Maintain positive relationship with beneficiaries, local communities, partners, collaborators, government agencies and other external contacts.
• Compile and submit periodic and management reports as prescribed.
• Keep abreast of developments in program changes and progress in order to advise and recommend tools and strategies to increase program performances and results.
• Ensure compliance with relevant norms, protocols, guidelines and regulations as established by the M&E system and maintain high quality standards in the performance of M&E components at HiHEA (TZ).
• Oversee processes that ensure quality control for data management and ensure accurate reporting of findings.
• Maintain proper storage of data and information and carry out regular back-ups.
• Identify strengths and weakness in existing data collection and management systems and propose solutions to M&E Manager and management.
• Ensure M&E framework and tools capture and document case studies, best practices, experiences and lessons learned for internal and external sharing.
• Participate in the dissemination of findings; share M&E reports with operations that document findings highlighting areas of successes and proposed reviews, experiences and learning points.
• Coordinate implementation of adopted best practices processes.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.

• Ability to design M & E tools, surveys, surveillance systems, and evaluations.
• Excellent analytical and detail-oriented individual with extensive experience in research, surveys and data management.
• Strong information technology and demonstrated ability to work with data analysis tools/packages and MS Office applications.
• A dynamic, innovative, highly motivated individual with good analytical skills and practical experience in management of structured data.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver under minimal supervision.
• Good planning, organizational and coordination skills and demonstrated ability to multitask and comply with standards and guidelines.
• Good interpersonal skills, team orientation, public relations skills and ability to network and interact easily with people from diverse backgrounds at the local community level.
• Good communication and presentation skills; good spoken and written English, and Kiswahili and demonstrated ability to write clear and concise reports.

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Mathematics & statistics, Information Management, Project Management, Business Administration and Social Science (Social Scientists) or any related field.
• Post-graduate or professional qualification in monitoring and evaluation or project planning and management.
• Statistical data analysis skills such as Microsoft Excel, SPSS, STATA etc preferred.