World Vision International NGO Monitoring ,Evaluation, Accountability & Learning Grant Officer Jobs in Kenya
Key Responsibilities:
Project Planning
Take lead in the design and implementation of a monitoring framework to track delivery against program objectives.
Developing internal reporting schedules & templates, clarifying what level of information is needed and where, with key responsibilities assigned, and reviewing proposals, with a particular focus on checking log frames and ensuring indicators are SMART
Review and update log frames, M&E Plans, Project indicators and periodic targets and detailed implementation plans.
Support develop clear and implementable work break down structure for respective activities
Identify and document the project geographical coverage and produce a RS/GIS activity /Project map.
Ensure realistic scheduling of Program activities and budgets.
Participating in the development of tools and guidelines for data collection, collation and reporting, with a focus on establishing Output and outcome Tracking, systemically checking data for quality, accuracy, and consistency, and providing feedback as necessary;
Contribute to the design of MEAL methodology and child-focused indicators by the project team, and to the promotion of child participation in M&E planning and accountability.
Provide support and participate in project design (assessments baseline surveys) and in the production of well-designed Disaster Management proposals that are LEAP aligned and reflective of community needs and contexts.
Project Assessment, Monitoring, Reporting & Evaluation
Provide technical leadership in implementing/mainstreaming the project M&E system to the existing M&E system in WVK.
Monitor project implementation levels across three Counties and report progress, impact and best practices.
Provide support in the maintenance of a comprehensive and updated database for OFDA Grant and DMT Projects.
Provide technical leadership in carrying out baseline assessments, and end of project review across the three counties of the project sites
Support development of ToR in collaboration with other project teams and identify specific data requirements
Use process, output level quality benchmarks as reference to undertake field monitoring visits, focusing on programme quality aspects, discuss with relevant staff and share reports with relevant colleagues.
Take charge of collating and analyzing data and synthesizing information, updating the monitoring matrix and other monitoring tools in place.
Ensure timely analysis of monitoring data and dissemination to key stakeholders for management decision making.
Follow up with project teams on programme quality improvement action plans. Ensure action points are followed up and relevant measures taken and incorporated into programming.
Designing situation analysis, needs and baseline/end line assessments, external reviews, evaluations and documentation, and identifying resources, including technical resources, both within WVI and externally.
Support the implementation of processes to review the quality of existing project data, information collection methods and the suitability of the existing data for the provision of sound baseline information.
Representing the principles and work of WV to donors, Government, Media and other humanitarian stakeholders.
Ensure established linkages between the M&E system of the project and the Humanitarian accountability requirements.
Timely submission of monthly situational report
Always ensure to store collected data securely as per policies relating to data protection for the project
Coordinate project reflection and learning sessions in conjunction with other grant staff and project partners.
Disseminate all project information related to M&E to staff and partners across the three counties
Ensure Project alignment to the donors and support office evaluation protocols and methodological tools
Database Management
Provide MIS content/requirements and feedback to project team and document progress on indicators/achievement of targets (Logical Framework Approach – LFA) using Indicator Tracking Tables (ITT)
Support the development of systems and processes for the implementation of M&E policy and procedure based on WV best practice, developing frameworks to integrate impact assessment and learning and knowledge management into the programme and project cycle;
Plan tracking for Project indicators of strategic relevance from secondary and primary data, with partners and communities
Maintain a tracking spreadsheet for M&E activities and events – baselines, assessments, reviews, evaluations – tracking trends and recommendations, progressing their implementation where appropriate.
Compile, consolidate and analyze quantitative and qualitative project data and contribute into subsequent reporting through monthly MEAL reports, updates, successes and issues from the MEAL tracking tools.
Review of reports and ensure alignment with LEAP and donor standards and are timely submitted.
Ensure the development, contextualization and refining of M&E tools and resources needed to implement humanitarian accountability issues.
Take lead in the analysis of data collected under the monitoring framework for assessment of progress and areas for improvement.
Support remote sensing and GIS Mapping of Program activities, Outputs and Beneficiaries in all the Counties
Ensure the appropriate use of information management systems in compliance with WV Kenya, GoK, and OFDA and in line with partnership agreements.
Networking, Collaboration & Accountability
Network and collaborate with relevant partners, and represent World Vision in Interagency Working Group Meetings
Coordinate with external stakeholders including, but not limited to, academia, NGOs, Government, and Private Sector in order to advance the learning goal of the project
Ensure sensitive complaints collection and handling through development of functional systems within the project
Ensure accountability assessments are conducted and capacity of staff built to undertake accountability assessments.
Ensure effective community complaints response mechanisms in collaboration with communities are developed and functional
Comply with and promote WV policies such as Child Safeguarding, Whistle blower and Fraud.
Knowledge/ Qualifications for the Role
Background of implementing effective M&E systems and/or accountability mechanisms in emergency responses
Proven technical ability around M&E (i.e. experience in Data collection on the Open data kit plat form and other mobile based applications, ability to conduct data analysis and interpretation)
Demonstrable track-record in data tracking and evaluation, with the ability to support staff and partners on M&E methodology and analyze and disseminate information to a range of stakeholder audiences internally and externally;
Well-developed research, analytical (qualitative and quantitative), documentation, report-writing and strategic planning skills, with particular competency in participatory research methods;
Computer literacy, particularly in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
Working knowledge of data/statistical programmes e.g. SPSS, Stata etc
Must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Social sciences, Monitoring and Evaluation or Project management, Statistics or related discipline from a recognized University.
Minimum four years practical experience in M&E system coordination/ implementation in a large international non-governmental organization or other international relief/development body;
Experience in working on donor funded programs and experience with USAID/OFDA donor funded projects is an added advantage.
Demonstrates personal integrity and trustworthiness
Ability to conceptualize and put into practice well researched initiatives
Demonstrated understanding of quality assurance systems, and continuous improvement, with particular emphasis on integration of accountability measures into all aspects of the project cycle;
Empirical knowledge of humanitarian codes, principles and practice;
Strong communication and interpersonal skills in English, with experience working in multicultural, multi-location, values driven teams;
Excellent planning, coordination, and reporting skills.
Practical knowledge of current thematic issues and debates in developing countries, and of the major institutional donors.
Effective administrative skills
How to Apply
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