International Rescue Committee Monitoring and Evaluation Manager Job in Kenya

Vacancy: Monitoring and Evaluation Manager (PIK)
 

Sector: Monitoring & Evaluation / Data Collection           
 

Location: Kenya           
 

Employee Type: Regular           
 

Employee Category: Full Time           

Job Purpose / Objective: The Monitoring & Evaluation Manager will provide leadership in the project in the development and implementation of the project monitoring and evaluation systems. 

The Manager will have a proven track record of managing disparate teams of partners to who deliver a coherent purpose and communication. 

The Manager will also have experience with USAID reporting systems including reporting using USAID indicators.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the process of setting up of PIK Monitoring and Evaluation Plan (MEP) and its periodic revision
• Develop, standardize and deploy survey tools and data collection forms to realize the effective use of monitoring plans and track all performance indicators in the Monitoring and Evaluation Plan
• Lead in the development of M E R tools for the project
• Develop basic M E R training packages for partners to assist data collection and learning
• Support the development of MER plans for the partners and grantees ensuring compliance and sound data management standards
• Implement and improve existing monitoring tools for the partners/grantees to ensure the appropriateness of the program and to gauge its impact, including a system of recording and presenting relevant data
• Collaborate with external evaluators to conduct mid-term evaluation/assessments and final evaluation
• Play a crucial role in supporting the project in development of  baselines for project monitoring at appropriate stages
• Collect all data for project indicators data compilation
• Develop and prepare highly professional quarterly and annual reports as per the applicable USAID format
• Set up an evaluation system for grants closeout
• Support project in carrying out midterm evaluation or assessments and final evaluation

Required Qualifications:

• A master’s degree in a related field or equivalent
• At least 6 years experience directly working with Monitoring, reporting and evaluation of which two years should be of USAID reporting experience.
• Knowledge of USAID Performance Monitoring and indicator protocol

Required Experience & Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to lead monitoring, reporting and learning in dynamic projects
• Demonstrated ability to produce professional project reports
• Demonstrated ability to transfer knowledge through training and mentoring
• Good knowledge of working with civil society and community based groups in Kenya
• Ability to work in a fast changing environment and deliver results on short deadlines
• Ability to travel around Kenya to support IRC partners in data collection and reporting
• Strong Team player with good interpersonal skills
• Good computer skills

How to Apply

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IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 

IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.