Officer

A. Monitoring and Data Management:

• Support the implementation and regular updating of the project Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) framework and tools.
• Collect, compile, verify, clean, and manage project data from field activities, training sessions, and community interventions.
• Maintain accurate and updated beneficiary databases, attendance records, activity trackers, and monitoring documentation.
• Conduct regular data quality checks, spot checks, and validation exercises to ensure accuracy and reliability of project information.

B. Field Monitoring and Quality Assurance:

• Conduct regular field visits to monitor project activities, training sessions, awareness campaigns, and community engagements.
• Assess the quality, effectiveness, and progress of project implementation against planned indicators and targets.
• Identify implementation gaps, challenges, and risks, and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Support supervisors and project staff in ensuring compliance with donor requirements and organizational standards.

C. Assessments, Evaluation, and Learning:

• Support the design and implementation of baseline, midline, endline, tracer studies, surveys, and other assessment activities.
• Assist in developing data collection tools, monitoring checklists, questionnaires, and reporting formats.
• Analyze monitoring findings and contribute to learning, reflection, and evidence-based decision-making processes.
• Document lessons learned, best practices, success stories, and case studies from project interventions.

D. Reporting and Documentation:

• Prepare regular monitoring reports, data summaries, dashboards, presentations, and progress updates.
• Ensure timely submission of quality reports and project information to management and relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain organized documentation and filing systems for monitoring records, assessments, and supporting evidence.
• Support donor reporting processes by providing verified data, analysis, and required documentation.

E. Accountability and Stakeholder Coordination:

• Support the implementation of accountability and feedback mechanisms for project participants and stakeholders.
• Coordinate with project staff, trainers, volunteers, and community stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Collect and document feedback, complaints, and recommendations from beneficiaries and stakeholders.
• Promote transparency, participation, and accountability throughout project implementation processes.

Safeguarding:

• Uphold and promote the organization's safeguarding policies to ensure the safety, dignity, and well-being of all children, young people, and vulnerable adults engaged in our activities.
• Immediately report any concerns, suspicions, or incidents of safeguarding breaches in line with the organization's reporting procedures.
• Maintain professional boundaries and conduct that fosters a safe and respectful environment for all beneficiaries, colleagues, and stakeholders.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Development Studies, Social Science, Economics, Public Administration, or any relevant discipline.
• Master's degree will be considered an advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in monitoring, evaluation, data management, or project implementation.
• Experience working with NGO/INGO projects will be preferred.
• Previous experience in youth development, education, skills development, or livelihood projects will be an added advantage.

• Strong knowledge of data collection and reporting tools.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with Kobo Toolbox, Google Forms, or other digital data collection platforms.
• Good analytical and report writing skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Willingness to travel frequently to field locations.