Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist Full Time NEW

Job Description
The incumbent is required to perform monitoring and evaluation activities related to the implementation of the projects and programmes of the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service for the achievement of the National Development Agenda. Duties include: assisting in the selection/refinement of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) indicators relevant to the national monitoring and evaluation framework; assessing programmes and projects; offering recommendations for improvement of implementation mechanisms and researching best practices in M&E, including operational structures and procedures. Depending on work assignment the incumbent may be required to perform some or the full range of the duties of the position.
Key and Critical Responsibilities
Assists with the development of M&E systems for the coordinated design, planning, management and monitoring of programmes/projects within identified priority areas and assists the TTPS in the implementation of these systems.
Contributes to the development and implementation of performance monitoring and evaluation strategies.
Assists in the conduct of evaluation/impact assessment studies of key projects/programmes to ensure the achievement of development outcomes.
Assists in the formulation of M&E recommendations for improving implementation performance and the design of policies, programmes and projects.
Assists in the conduct of ongoing reviews of the implementation of M&E systems within the TTPS.
Collects, compiles and analyses data from reports submitted by implementing partners and prepares consolidated progress reports.
Reviews M&E findings and best practices and disseminates information to stakeholders to facilitate evidence-based planning, learning and informed decision-making.
Assists with the design, facilitation and coordination of recommended capacity building initiatives, such as workshops and training programmes for relevant stakeholders, in order to facilitate a culture of results-based management.
Undertakes research on best practices and trends in M&E to keep abreast of modern best practices and makes recommendations for their inclusion in current and future projects, programmes and policies.
Represents the Central Agency at meetings, conferences, courses, seminars, committee meetings and workshops.

Prepares Notes for Cabinet and periodic and/or ad-hoc reports on matters related to the monitoring and evaluation of national programmes and projects.
Performs related work as may be required.

Key Competencies
Considerable knowledge of principles, techniques and methodologies used in the monitoring and evaluation of programmes and projects including quantitative, qualitative and participatory approaches and socio-economic research.
Considerable knowledge of Logic Models/Results Chains and results based planning.
Knowledge of management principles and practices.
Knowledge of governance theories and practices, including methods of implementation.
Knowledge of government policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
Knowledge of the organizational structures and systems of the Public Service.
Knowledge of the principles and practices involved in programme management.
Skill in the use of personal computers.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and statistical software.
Ability to use e-government technology platforms.
Ability to develop the overall framework for project monitoring and evaluation.
Ability to plan, organize, direct and co-ordinate the work of support staff engaged in M&E activities.
Ability to collaborate with relevant stakeholders to provide relevant information for ongoing evaluation of project activities, effects and impacts.
Ability to compile and analyze data and prepare comprehensive reports.
Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both in writing and orally.
AbiIIty to establish and maintain effective working relationships and interact with different stakeholders.
Ability to use tact and diplomacy in the performance of duties.
Ability to observe and maintain confidentiality in the performance of duties.

Minimum Experience And Training

Minimum of four (4) years experience performing duties related to policy development, planning, research and monitoring and evaluation.
Training as evidenced by the possession of a Bachelors degree in one of the Social Sciences, such as Public Sector Management or Project Management; or in a related field from a recognized University.