To successfully implement these project activities the AVU
wishes to engage a Monitoring and Evaluation Officer to undertake activities
related to the project’s monitoring and evaluation with the framework of the
AVU M&E system. This post will be located in Nairobi, Kenya.
2.0. Scope of Work
Coordinate the review and improvement of AVU M&E tools and system and M&E Framework , so that it reflects effectively the Multinational Project II
Ensure effective planning and management of Monitoring and Evaluation Systems
Evaluate project progress and performance on activities
based on indicators outlined in project logical framework and AVU M&E2.0. Scope of Work
Coordinate the review and improvement of AVU M&E tools and system and M&E Framework , so that it reflects effectively the Multinational Project II
Ensure effective planning and management of Monitoring and Evaluation Systems
Conduct beneficiary impact assessments and assess project effectiveness from the perspective of the beneficiaries served by the project
Make necessary recommendations on the way forward to improving project outputs
Ensure donor regulations are met in implementation of project activities
Assess roles and ownership by beneficiaries, Governments and private sector
Assess possible areas for new funding opportunities.
Develop reporting frameworks and disseminate reporting guidelines for various projects activities
Synchronize all countries and partner institutions reporting systems to the AVU
Coordinate the development and implementation of online tracking and information dissemination systems for partners institutions and donors
Organize and manage external evaluation missions for consortia programs
Coordinate the collection of M&E data, production and dissemination of reports.
Ensure uniformly defined Indicators, data reporting requirements, new staff training in M&E capabilities, roles and responsibilities.
Maintain the functional operation of the M&E System needed to ensure quality
Ensure facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the area of monitoring and evaluation
Quality control of all reports, proposals and concept notes being sent from AVU to the donor.
Other duties assigned by the supervisor
3.0. Deliverables
A M&E system reviewed and implemented effectively
An effective overall M&E strategy
Well planned, monitored and evaluated Multinational Project II
Adherence to set project monitoring protocols
Project performance evaluated
Timely and relevant information to all project stakeholders.
Data on project activities collected in all countries and reports disseminated
Analysis and M&E reporting.
4.0. Qualifications
Education:
University degree in management and /or development related field
Post graduate training in organizational development, project cycle management and participatory approaches.
Knowledge and experience:
At least 5 years experience in project development and management especially in education areas
Very good experience with proposal writing;
Good knowledge of donors rules, in particular AfDB, World Bank, EC, CIDA and USAID;
Experience of working in other countries is an advantage
Experience of working in a international organization in ad added advantage
Good knowledge of project cycle management and results based management
Proven experience of monitoring and evaluation of development projects
Experience with the logical framework approach to M&E and with quantitative, qualitative and participatory M&E approaches.
Experience with participatory monitoring and evaluation approaches.
Skills:
Strong management, planning, organizational and coordination skills
Proven ability to work with a range of stakeholders including Academic Institutions, Donors and project partners
Computer literacy with very good MS Word, Power point and Excel, and
A knowledge of statistics and the use of statistical analysis software e.g. SPSS, EPIInfo would be an advantage
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Accuracy,
Good writing and reporting skills
Ability to work independently, under pressure and meet strict deadlines, prepare and present issues at all levels
Ability to deal with conflict and crises
Fluency in written and spoken English; French and Portuguese would be an added advantage
5.0. Modalities of Work
This is a full time employment
6.0 Reporting
The officer will work under the coordination of the AVU Rector or such other person as the client may designate from time to time in writing.
7.0 Payment
The salary will be commensurate with the qualification and experience of the successful candidate
The African Virtual University (AVU) www.avu.org is an equal opportunity employer
The successful candidate will be appointed for 2 years - renewable
Application must include detailed curriculum vitae with a telephone number, an email and residential address, names and contact addresses of three professional references
Applications should be sent to Ms Catherine Wangeci at cwangeci@avu.org with a copy to rector@avu.org
The successful candidate will be based at the AVU Headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya
The closing date for this application is December 10th 2011 at 18:00 East African Time
(UTC/GMT + 3)
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