AMREF Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Specialist Jobs in Kenya

AMREF Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Specialist Jobs in Kenya

Job Purpose:

The Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Specialist is responsible for leading the design and implementation of the program monitoring and evaluation framework and information system to track delivery against targets, outcomes and impacts.

The MEL leads the analysis of data collected for
assessment of progress and areas of improvement and overall data management. S/he guides reporting
processes amongst technical staff and consolidates program reports, and promotes learning and
knowledge sharing of best practices and lessons learned. S/he supports all the technical staff in MEL functions and manages MEL related staff in the program.

Primary Responsibilities:

Key Area Key Tasks

Technical and Leadership Support on M&E System Strengthening

Maintain and update a robust M&E system for the project that ensures the highest data quality and use of data for decision making.

In liaisons with County CHRIO, support county MERL technical working groups in the focus county and lead assessment and improvement of county HMIS capacity.

Develop and manage the Project’s Performance Monitoring Plan (PMP) in collaboration with project staff and partners.

Operationalize the PMP, relevant dashboards and institutionalize monthly data reviews by the project management team (PMT.

Oversee and coordinate execution of key M&E components (assessment, design, implementation, baseline, monitoring, evaluation, transition, learning and documentation) across the sub-grantees with a particular focus on results and impacts as well as lessons learned.

Ensure that Sub grantees demonstrate the required MEAL capacity and ensure that core information for grant management, partners, and funding agencies is available.

Identify MEAL requirements that require consultancy or partnership, planned for and executed effectively.

Lead the project team in setting and monitoring the project targets and milestones.

Identify MERL technical assistance (TA) needs of partners, facilities and/or government counterparts and provide/organize TA through training, mentorship, and/or on-site supervision.

Support technical staff in M&E functions and manage M&E project staff.

Project Development, Reporting and Documentation

Ensure that project performance and accountability data is collected, analyzed and disseminated on a timely basis during quarterly, semi-annual and annual reporting of results.

Participate in the development of the annual work plan and budgets, ensuring alignment with technical approach.

Develop MERL annual work plans and budgets and ensure efficient utilization of MEL resources.

Identify the need and draw up the ToRs for specific studies and action researches; procure, guide and supervise consultants or organizations that are contracted to implement special surveys and studies required for evaluating grant effects and impacts.

Lead analysis of project data to assess progress and areas of improvement.

Develop and maintain systems to collect and analyze information on inputs, outputs, outcomes and impact of the program.

Guide staff and sub-grantees/implementing partners in preparing their progress reports in accordance with approved reporting formats and ensure their timely submission.

Lead responses to USAID for regular and ad hoc reporting requirements.

Manage and coordinate quarterly, SAPR and APR reporting processes to USAID through DATIM, JPHES and other reporting platforms.

Ensure timely communication, documentation and publication of MEAL findings and lessons at all levels and disseminate for timely utilization and decision making.

Quality Assurance and Capacity Building

Ensure quality, consistency and adherence to standards and best practices for M&E across the project, including data quality and use.

Undertake regular visits (including

occasional integrated missions) to the field to support implementation of MEAL and to identify where adaptations might be needed.

Provide guidance and a mechanism to ensure quality assurance is maintained at all levels of programmatic work and particularly at results level by offering technical support during DQA and other Quality Assessments.

Identify MERL technical assistance (TA) needs of partners, facilities and/or government counterparts and provide/organize TA through training, mentorship, and/or on-site supervision.

Coordinate continuous updating and review of the project M&E standard operating procedures.

Collaborating, Learning, and Adaptating (CLA)

Ensure the consolidation of a learning culture - based upon evidencedbased best practices and industry standards - to enable project staff to
achieve and/or surpass established targets and standards.

Lead the project learning agenda including design, implementation of rigorous operations research, data analysis and manuscript writing and champion project learning through collaborative learning and adaptation (CLA).

Provide leadership in developing or adapting, maintaining and promoting tools and approaches to enhance Collaborative Learning and Adaptation.

Lead strategic collaboration activities with key stakeholders to learn from project data and adapt interventions as appropriate.

Required Qualifications and Experience

At least a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline, such as mathematics, statistics, informatics, or a related field with knowledge /skills of Geographical Information Systems and information technology.

At least Seven (7) years of experience implementing monitoring and evaluating activities for complex programs in developing countries in collaboration with partners such as the Government
Ministry of Health Department and systems.

Demonstrated experience in providing technical support, setting up and managing M&E systems that track performance as per the objectives of this activity (e.g. service integration and performance against each result area) and in the application of statistical methods and database management.

Experience working with multiple stakeholders and familiarity with USAID and PEPFAR indicators
and reporting requirements.

Demonstrated expertise in rigorous quantitative and qualitative research and analytical methods including research/study design and implementation, design and data analysis, rapid appraisals, etc.

Experience and understanding of Government of Kenya health system with proficiency in DHIS2 is desired.

Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated analytical skills to measure the outcomes of the project’s activities and support
project supervision.

Experienced and proficient in writing reports for monitoring and reporting on project outcomes
and impacts, including performance monitoring plans for external audiences, and manuscripts for
publication.

Ability to work in a complex project implementation environment with multiple tasks, short deadlines and intense pressure to perform.

Demonstrated excellent management skills and ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary and
multicultural teams.

Ability to take initiative, solve complex problems, exercise independent judgment.

Ability to interact skillfully and diplomatically with numerous counterparts, including donors, Ministry of Health officials, local partners and other NGO’s.

How to Apply

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