Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist Job at World Vision International - Gulu, Uganda

Join World Vision International as a Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist in Gulu

Are you a skilled M&E professional passionate about driving impactful development projects in Uganda? World Vision International, a leading global humanitarian organisation, is seeking a dedicated Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist to be based in Gulu. This is a senior-level opportunity to design and implement robust M&E systems that measure the real-world impact of our community development initiatives across Northern Uganda.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Design, implement, and manage comprehensive Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) frameworks and systems for World Vision's development projects in the region.
• Lead all aspects of data collection, management, analysis, and interpretation to track project performance and measure impact against set objectives.
• Prepare high-quality, timely reports for project stakeholders, donors, and management, showcasing project outcomes and lessons learned.
• Build the capacity of project staff and local partners in M&E methodologies, data collection tools, and results-based management.
• Ensure data quality assurance and that all M&E activities adhere to organisational and donor standards and requirements.
• Use M&E findings to provide strategic recommendations for programme improvement and adaptive management.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• A Master's degree in Statistics, Economics, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or a closely related field from a recognised university.
• Minimum of 5 years of proven, hands-on experience in monitoring and evaluation, preferably within the NGO sector or in community development projects in Uganda.
• Advanced proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., SPSS, STATA, R, Excel) and experience with digital data collection platforms like KOBO Toolbox or ODK.
• Strong understanding of logical frameworks, theory of change, and results-based management principles.
• Excellent analytical, report-writing, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex data to diverse audiences.
• Experience working in Northern Uganda or similar post-conflict recovery contexts is a distinct advantage.

What We Offer

World Vision International offers a competitive remuneration package within the NGO sector, commensurate with experience. You will join a purpose-driven team committed to child wellbeing and community transformation. This role provides a significant opportunity for professional growth within a large international organisation and the chance to contribute to meaningful, sustainable change in communities across Uganda.

Application Deadline: 10th December 2024

How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates must submit their application exclusively through the official World Vision International careers portal at: https://worldvision.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/WorldVisionInternational/job/Gulu-Uganda/Monitoring-and-Evaluation-Specialist_R10659

World Vision is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of gender, religion, or background.