JOB DETAILS:
A Project Officer for Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) is responsible for ensuring that all aspects of a project’s MEL activities are effectively and efficiently implemented. This includes designing and implementing MEL frameworks, developing and implementing data collection and management systems, analyzing and interpreting data, and reporting on project outcomes.

Some specific responsibilities of a Project Officer for MEL may include:
1. Designing and implementing MEL frameworks: The Project Officer for MEL is responsible for designing and implementing MEL frameworks that are appropriate for the project’s objectives and context. This involves identifying key indicators, developing data collection tools, and ensuring that data is collected in a timely and accurate manner.
2. Developing and implementing data collection and management systems: The Project Officer for MEL is responsible for developing and implementing data collection and management systems that are effective and efficient. This involves identifying appropriate data collection tools and methods, training project staff and stakeholders on data collection, and ensuring that data is properly stored and managed.
3. Analyzing and interpreting data: The Project Officer for MEL is responsible for analyzing and interpreting project data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement. This involves using statistical analysis tools, creating data visualizations, and reporting on findings to project stakeholders.
4. Reporting on project outcomes: The Project Officer for MEL is responsible for reporting on project outcomes to project stakeholders, including funders, partners, and beneficiaries. This involves preparing regular progress reports, impact reports, and other project-related documents.
5. Ensuring adherence to MEL best practices: The Project Officer for MEL is responsible for ensuring that the project adheres to MEL best practices and standards. This involves staying up-to-date on industry trends and best practices, ensuring that project staffs are trained on MEL best practices, and making recommendations for improvements to MEL systems and processes.

Qualifications
The following are essential qualifications and skills required for the position:
1. Education: A bachelor’s degree in the relevant field such as statistics, Agriculture economics, social sciences, development studies, project management or any related field. A master’s degree in the same fields will be an added advantage.
2. Experience: Relevant work experience in monitoring and evaluation, research, or data analysis is usually required. At least 2-3 years of relevant work experience in the field of monitoring and evaluation
3. Knowledge: Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation methodologies, data analysis techniques, and project management principles is essential. Knowledge of relevant software such as statistical analysis tools and data visualization tools is also desirable.
4. Analytical skills: The ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make evidence-based recommendations is a critical skill for a Project Officer for MEL.
5. Communication skills: Excellent knowledge of the English language including strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, as the Project Officer for MEL will be required to prepare reports, present findings to stakeholders, and communicate with project staff and partners to the extent he/she is ordered to.
6. Problem-solving skills: The ability to identify problems, develop solutions, and implement changes is essential.
7. Organizational skills: The ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet deadlines is essential.

Interested applicants should submit their one page cover letter and a detailed CV with three referees all in one PDF file to dmddmbulu@yahoo.com so as to reach him on or before the 15th September, 2023 . Please indicate the position you are applying for in the subject of the email. Also indicate your phone mobile number.