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Job Description
The incumbent in required to supervise and coordination the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) activities related to implementation of the projects and programmes in Ministries/Departments/Agencies for the achievement of the National Development Agenda. Duties include: measuring progress against set targets and development outcomes, supervising and coordination the preparation of all reports relating to M&E in relevant Ministries/Departments/Agencies; supporting the implementation of plans, policies, programmes and projects related to Government’s National Development Agenda and guiding a team responsible for the related implementation activities. Depending on work assignment the incumbent may be required to perform some or the full range of the duties of the position.
Reports to: Programme Coordinator, Monitoring and Evaluation or other designated officer.
Supervision Given To: Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist and other support staff
Key and Critical Responsibilities
Supervises and coordinates professional and other support staff performing M&E duties.
Supervises the collection of routine programme monitoring data and facilitates its integration into continuous quality improvement and programme development.
Supervises, conducts and/or commissions evaluation/impact assessment studies of key programmes and projects to ensure achievement of development outcomes and consistency with national goals and objectives.
Assist with formulation of M&E recommendations for imposing implementation performance and enhancing the design of policies and programmes.
Manages the maintenance of an electronic management information system with performance indicators and targets embedded in the system for implementation tracking.
Perform desk audits, studies and evaluations of ongoing policy and implementation processes of national multi-sectoral programmes,
Develops operational reporting templates that facilitate the acquisition and aggregation of information on programmes.
Establishes systems and standards for the assessment, monitoring and evaluation of projects and programmes against their objectives and expected outcomes.
Coordinates the preparation of reports on all statutory programmes; guides staff in preparing these reports in accordance with approved reporting formats and ensures their timely submission.
Participates in the ongoing review of the implementation of M&E Systems in Ministries/Departments/Agencies.
Conducts workshops, training programmes, orientations, technical training, coaching and support for key stakeholders on monitoring and evaluation towards facilitating capacity building across the public service.
Represents the Central Agency at meetings, conferences, course, seminars, committee meetings and workshops.
Prepares and reviews Notes for Cabinet and periodic and periodic and/or ad-hoc reports on the matters related to monitoring and evaluation of national programmes and projects.
Performs related work as may be required.
Key Competencies
KNOWLEDGE:
Considerable knowledge of the 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.
Considerable knowledge of management principles and practices.
Considerable knowledge of governance theories and practices, including methods of implementation.
Considerable knowledge of government policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
Considerable knowledge of the organizational structures and systems; and management principles and practice of the public service.
Knowledge of the principles and practices involved in programme management.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Skill in the use of personal computers.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft office and statistical software,
Ability to use e-government technology platforms.
Ability to lead and motivate a team engaged in monitoring and evaluation activities.
Ability to develop the overall framework for project monitoring and evaluation.
Ability to plan, organize, direct and co-ordinate the work of professional and other support staff engaged in monitoring and evaluation 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.
Ability 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 six (6) years’ experience performing duties related to policy development, planning, research and monitoring and evaluation, including a minimum of three (3) years experience in supervising a team with responsibility for monitoring and evaluation, planning and public management.
Training as evidenced by the possession of a Bachelor’s degree in one of the Social Sciences, such as Public Sector Management or Project Management; or in a related field from a recognized University; supplemented by postgraduate certification in Monitoring and Evaluation Methods and procedures from a recognized institution.
