Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Specialist

Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Specialist

Closes: July 17, 2025

NetOne Information Technology Ltd

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Specialist to lead the monitoring, evaluation, and learning functions for large-scale, donor-funded projects focused on vulnerable women in Africa. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing M&E systems within grant-funded programs, demonstrating strong impact assessment skills, robust documentation capacity, and a proven track record of ensuring accountability and continuous improvement throughout project implementation.

Key Responsibilities

    Design and Implement M&E Frameworks: Develop, refine, and operationalize comprehensive M&E systems aligned with donor and organizational requirements, ensuring they effectively capture project progress, outcomes, and impact.

    Grant Management: Oversee M&E activities related to grant-funded projects, ensuring compliance with donor guidelines and contractual obligations.

    Impact Assessment & Learning: Conduct rigorous impact assessments to measure project effectiveness, contribute to organizational learning, and identify areas for improvement.

    Capacity Building & Training: Lead training sessions for project staff, partners, and stakeholders on M&E tools, methodologies, and reporting requirements to strengthen overall M&E capacity.

    Data Collection & Analysis: Ensure high-quality data collection, validation, and analysis, utilizing both quantitative and qualitative methods to produce actionable insights.

    Reporting & Documentation: Prepare detailed, accurate, and timely reports for internal review and external donors, maintaining meticulous documentation of methodologies, findings, and lessons learned.

    Ensure Accountability: Enforce accountability mechanisms across project activities, ensuring adherence to policies, procedures, and ethical standards.

    Adaptive Management: Facilitate and promote a culture of learning by analyzing monitoring data during project implementation, making necessary adjustments to improve performance and outcomes.

    Quality Assurance & Corrections: Identify performance gaps early through continuous monitoring and recommend corrective actions during the project cycle to enhance results.

    Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain strong relationships with project beneficiaries, government agencies, donors, and partners to ensure transparency and collaborative success.

Qualifications & Experience

    Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Monitoring & Evaluation, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.

Experience:

    Minimum of 5 years of experience in M&E, with at least 2 years in large, donor-funded projects.

    Proven track record managing grants and implementing M&E systems in Africa, particularly with vulnerable women populations.

    Demonstrated expertise in impact assessment, data analysis, and documentation.

    Strong experience in training and capacity building of diverse teams.

Technical Skills:

    Excellent knowledge of M&E methodologies, tools, and software (e.g., MS Excel, SPSS, NVivo, or similar).

    Familiarity with international donor standards (e.g., USAID, DFID, EU, etc.).

    Strong analytical and report writing skills.

Other Attributes:

    Strong leadership and team management capabilities.

    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

    Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.

    Commitment to ethical standards, transparency, and accountability.

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