Deadline: Ongoing
The International Research and Exchange Board (IREX) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist, based in Bamako, Mali.
The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will work on an expected USAID-funded civil society program in Mali.
IREX is an international nonprofit organization providing thought leadership and innovative programs to promote positive lasting change globally.
Key Job Responsibilities
The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will perform the following functions-
- Develop and manage a monitoring and evaluation system across all program components, including review of indicators and development of monitoring activities that capture necessary data to report on results, ensure monitoring activities are conducted on schedule.
- Communicate information obtained through M&E activities to IREX staff, and various external stakeholders, notably donors and partners.
- Be a primary M&E resource to the field office and field personnel; liaise regularly with IREX’s Monitoring and Evaluation team in headquarters.
- Ensure data collection process is functioning in all activity locations to provide quality data within deadlines.
- Regularly review data collection processes, perform data quality assessments, and make adjustments as needed.
- Conduct regular visits to project sites to provide technical assistance and ensure proper monitoring of project activities.
- Produce M&E monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual reports to Chief of Party and donors, as needed.
- Develop annual performance plans.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have-
- Minimum of 5 years professional experience in a senior M&E position responsible for implementing M&E activities for international development projects.
- Bachelors or Master’s degree in statistics, demographics, public policy, international development, education, or related field.
- Proven success in designing, implementing, and operating project M&E systems from project initiation to closeout stages.
- Experience designing and managing beneficiary monitoring and database systems.
- Experience in strategic planning and performance measurement, including indicator selection, target setting, reporting, database management, and developing M&E and performance monitoring plans.
- Knowledge of the major evaluation methodologies (e.g., qualitative, quantitative, mixed method, and impact) and data collection and analysis methodologies.
- Experience in planning and managing surveys and developing and refining data collection tools.
- Experience with data quality assessments and oversight.
- Experience managing and providing ongoing training to M&E field officers.
- Ability to facilitate and serve as a project liaison for externally-managed evaluations.
- Fluency in English and French required.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their resume and a cover letter through online process.
For more information, please visit IREX.
