M&E Officer

Purpose of the Role

The M&E Officer is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing monitoring and evaluation systems to measure program performance and impact. The role ensures data quality, supports evidence-based decision-making, and contributes to continuous program improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Framework & Tools Development
  • Design and implement M&E frameworks, indicators, and data collection tools.
  • Align M&E systems with donor requirements and organizational goals.
• Data Collection & Analysis
  • Collect quantitative and qualitative data from program activities.
  • Conduct field visits to monitor project implementation.
  • Analyze data and generate insights to inform program strategies.
• Reporting & Documentation
  • Prepare timely and accurate reports for management and donors.
  • Ensure data quality, consistency, and integrity across all projects.
  • Document lessons learned and best practices.
• Capacity Building
  • Train staff and partners on M&E tools, methodologies, and reporting standards.
  • Provide technical support to program teams in integrating M&E practices.
• Learning & Improvement
  • Facilitate program reviews and evaluations.
  • Provide recommendations for program adjustments and improvements.
  • Support knowledge management and organizational learning initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation within development or humanitarian programs.
• Experience with donor-funded projects preferred.
• Knowledge of M&E methodologies, frameworks, and tools.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong data collection, analysis, and reporting skills.
• Proficiency in M&E software (SPSS, STATA, Excel, or similar).
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse teams.
• High attention to detail and commitment to data quality.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.