Transparency International - Kenya is a non-profit organization founded in 1999 and works towards a transparent and corruption free Kenya, by promoting good governance and social justice. TI-Kenya is part of the Transparency International group that is a non-partisan coalition of individuals with a shared vision of a corruption free world. It is an autonomous Chapter in the Transparency International movement, with which we share knowledge and exchange ideas for the greater good of Kenya and the world at large.
TI-Kenya is seeking to recruit a Monitoring & Evaluation Officer. We invite applications for interested persons. To be considered you must meet the following minimum requirements explained below:
Job title: Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
Reports to: Research & Learning Manager
Under the supervision of the Research & Learning & Communications Manager, the Monitoring and
Evaluation Officer will be responsible for monitoring the organizational performance of TI-Kenya
including Programmes. As part of the monitoring requirement, he/she will identify gaps in gathered/received/researched information and make recommendations for necessary action.1. Setting up/reviewing the M&E System
Conduct and coordinate reviews of:
a. an institutional M&E plan incorporating objectives, procedures and tools and
b. a Logical Framework matrix providing performance and impact indicators and corresponding means of verification
In collaboration with stakeholders, develop an overall framework for both programme and project M&E that includes (but is not limited to) annual reviews, participatory impact assessments, process and operations monitoring, and lessons-learned
Guide the process for identifying and designing the key indicators for each component to record and report physical progress against the Strategic and Annual Action Plans. Steer the process for designing the format of such progress reports.
Guide the process for identifying key performance questions and parameters for monitoring performance and comparing it to targets. Design the format for such performance reports.
Clarify core information needs including: Board, Members, SMT; programmes/projects and staff; funding agencies; cooperating institutions/partner implementing agencies
Review the quality of existing social and economic data in the programme/project areas, methods of collection and provide a baseline for impact evaluation. Draw up the TOR for, design and cost out a baseline survey and a needs assessment survey.
Recruit, guide and supervise organisations that are contracted to implement special surveys and studies required for evaluating effects and impacts ensuring that all contracts include specifications for internal monitoring, reporting and penalties.
Clarify personnel M&E responsibilities; align M&E activities with annual work plans; prepare timelines and budgetsOversee and execute M&E activities included in the Annual Work Plan, with particular focus on results and impacts as well as in lesson learning. In particular:Based on the Strategic and Annual Action Plans, and in particular programme/project budgets, design a framework for the physical and process monitoring of activities promoting a results-based approach emphasizing impactGuide and coordinate the preparation of progress reports in accordance with approved reporting formats and guide their timely submission including: quarterly progress reports; annual programme reports; project reports; inception/ad-hoc technical reportsAnalyse reports for impact evaluation. Prepare consolidated reports highlighting: problems and actions needed; potential bottlenecks; specific recommendationsCollaborate with staff and implementing partners on qualitative monitoring to provide relevant information for ongoing evaluation of activities, effects and impacts.Identify needs and draw up TORs for specific studies; recruit, guide and supervise consultants or organisations that are contracted to implement special surveys and studies required for evaluating project effects and impactsPrepare TORs and oversee mid-term and terminal evaluationsEnsure that, in general, monitoring arrangements comply with funding agreements and, in particular, that the provisions of such agreements are fully observed in the design of programme/project M&E.Inform and join external supervision and evaluation missions.3. Capacity Building / Lessons learnedDevelop a plan for capacity-building on M&E and any required IT support.Foster participatory planning/monitoring by regular training and refresher activitiesSupervising, evaluating and developing the capacity of programme staffPlan for regular opportunities to identify lessons learned by:a. Consolidating a culture of lessons learned by allocating staff specific responsibilities
b. Ensuring TORs for consultants incorporate lessons learned mechanisms
c. Documenting and disseminating lessons at least once a year
d. Supporting and coordinating participation in existing networks
Prepare reports on M&E findingsUndertake regular field visits if required to support implementation and identify needs.Guide the regular sharing of M&E findings with primary stakeholders.Provide regular management information highlighting areas of concernCheck that monitoring data are discussed in appropriate forums and in a timely fashion in terms of implications for future action. If necessary, create such discussion forums.Facilitate access to M&E data for the relevant stakeholders.5. Resource Mobilisation/Budget Management and ReportingDeveloping resourcing strategies that effectively respond to long-term and short-term programme and organisational objectives.Identifying and securing bi-lateral / multi-lateral donor funding in accordance with budget targets and maintaining healthy project proposal pipeline.Promoting the integration of transparency and anti-corruption into donor agendas by undertaking donor research and developing and maintaining effective donor advocacy.Narrative and financial reporting internally, to donors, to governments and to partners.The above duties and responsibilities cover the main tasks and convey the spirit of the sort of tasks that are anticipated proactively for this position. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary according to organisational needs.A graduate degree in information or a management related field or a relevant social science discipline.Familiar with anti-corruption and good governance issues in Kenya and East AfricaDemonstrated understanding of the project cycle managementStrong knowledge of M & E methodology and approaches (including quantitative, qualitative and participatory); quality assurance.The logical framework approach and other strategic planning approaches;A good understanding of the balanced score-card approach.Research design and implementation for studies and surveysTraining in M&E development and implementation;Facilitating learning-oriented analysis sessions of M&E data with multiple stakeholders;Report writing.3 years of practical experience in monitoring and evaluation in the East African regionDemonstrated experience in data collection, analysis and synthesis and preparation of strategic information for decision makersProven track record of successful experience in writing reports and reviews, delivering presentation and defending recommendationsExperience in working in multi-cultural environmentExperience of working in monitoring, evaluation and learning in an NGO or a civil society organization.A solid understanding of the environment in which TI-Kenya operates; commitment to and understanding of TI-Kenya’s mission, vision and objectivesFamiliarity with processes of strengthening local organisations and capacities;Willing to undertake regular field and other external visits and interact with different stakeholders, from citizens monitoring groups to bilateral and multilateral donors;Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Kiswahili.Ability to work well in a teamStrong analytical skillsHighly organised and detail oriented; able to prioritise and produce work of a consistently high standard;Leadership qualities, personnel and team management.How to apply: Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit one document as an attachment (combining the application letter and CV with at least three professional referees) by email on/before close of business on 12th July 2013 to: hr@tikenya.org
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