Job Title: Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
About this Job:
The Government of Uganda through the Office of Prime Minister (OPM) is coordinating the implementation of the Peace Recovery and Development Plan (PRDP) for Northern Uganda. Private Sector Foundation Uganda manages the Business Uganda Development Scheme (BUDS) that is funded by the UK Department for International Development (DFID) to boost private sector growth, investment and employment opportunities in Northern Uganda for the period June 2010 to March 2015. The overall objective of the project is to stimulate pro- poor economic growth in region and to better retain the economic benefits accruing from agriculture and other market sectors in the PRDP sub-regions including parts of Bunyoro, Acholi, Lango, West Nile, Karamonja, Teso and Bukedi.
Private Sector Foundation Uganda wishes to recruit additional staff to fill the position below in the Kampala/Gulu project office.
Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
The major task under this contract is to ensure effective coordination, implementation and analysis of all BUDS-DFID activities under the Post Conflict Development Programme (PCDP). Specifically the Officer will;
(i) Implement the BUDS-DFID monitoring and evaluation strategy, as established under the Project Implementation Manual (PIM), and recommend any possible changes.
(ii) Identify information requirements of the project concerning planning, monitoring and evaluation.
(iii) Review the performance indicators and reports produced by different stakeholders; ensure consistency with the definition and methodology of collection of these indicators by keeping an M&E plan for each indicator.
(iv) Monitor and report on the performance of different projects/activities undertaken by PSFU and suggest measures to improve the monitoring system;
(v) Assist the Project Manager in preparing periodic reports on all activities in progress, non-performed and completed during the project lifespan.
(vi) Set up operational systems for collecting, analyzing, and reporting project related data.
(vii) Collect and consolidate the output data in coordination with the PRDP implementing agencies. Develop and maintain a simple electronic database (such as in excel).
(viii) Prepare TORs for special studies when necessary (e.g. Impact Assessment; monitoring and evaluation studies etc
(ix) Prepare quarterly and annual M&E reports showing progress against the targets of each output indicator, and assist in the preparation of the annual work plans,
(x) Track performance against supported activity budgets and carry out due diligence work on implementation status.
xi) Work with and update the project tracking and monitoring system (PTMS) to generate the required performance reports.
xii) Any other duties that may be assigned by his/her supervisors.
Requirement:
Minimum Professional Qualification:
Candidate must be a university graduate with at list a degree in Statistics, Economics OR Social Science from a recognized University.
Substantial experience of developing and maintaining results-based monitoring and evaluation frameworks. Proven ability to understand, analyze and evaluate the operations of businesses in a multi-sectorial environment. Ability to work independently for extended periods without direct supervision while meeting targets and deadlines. Excellent computer skills including but not limited to MS Word, Excel, Access, MS Project & PowerPoint. Additional project related knowledge and qualifications in project monitoring and evaluation
Extensive working knowledge of the PRDP sub regions including the 55 districts therein will be an added advantage.
Minimum Prior Experience:
At least five (5) years of relevant professional experience in project management, project monitoring and evaluation and relevant connected fields. Additionally, the candidate is expected to have a wide working knowledge of private sector issues.
Reporting:
The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will report to the Manager BUDS- DFID and he/she will operate from the both the Private Sector Foundation Office in Kampala and Gulu.
Duration:
The PSFU will offer the Scheme Officer a two year renewable contract subject to satisfactory performance and availability of financing
How to apply:
Qualifying candidates are requested to submit their applications together with a detailed Curriculum Vita including three (2 work related and 1academic) referees by 5 p.m. APRIL 16th 2012.
