Monitoring and Evaluation/Knowledge Management Specialistr
Objective:
The M&E/KM Specialist will serve as the main focal person for all monitoring and evaluation and knowledge management related activities for SIRP. The main objective is to enable the PCU to effectively and efficiently implement SIRP.
Output:
Coordination and facilitation of programme planning and M&E activities, analysis of implementation progress using Management Information Systems, RIMS, special studies, AWPB, documentation of best practices, factsheets, review workshops, filed visits and regular and technical reports.
Report to:
S/he will assist and report to the Programme Coordinator regarding M&E of project activities implemented by the project.
M&E Tasks
a) Lead development of and oversee the review of project level (M&E) plan and associated work plans for each component activity (as reflected in the Results framework);
b) Support completion of processes to hire consultant firms for M&E related tasks;
c) Establish a Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) system taking into account the Government monitoring frameworks, IFAD RIMS, the project objectives and the experience from other IFAD supported Projects;
d) Introduce the multidimensional poverty assessment tool – MPAT;
e) Develop a Management Information System (MIS) for managing data and information for overall monitoring and maintain an M&E database for the programme;
f) Support technical work such as reviewing M&E methods, carrying out training needs, designing M&E tools and advising M&E technical assistance;
g) Review M&E system, process and procedures of project forms and formats for project activities under the various components;
h) In collaboration with members of the PCU, and implementing partners, fine-tune the M&E indicators and the logframe of the project;
i) Organize and supervise focused baseline surveys at the beginning of the project and update the project logframe with the revised indicators;
j) In collaboration with other members of the PCU, and other implementing partners, coordinate the preparation and revision of the project annual work plan and budget (AWPB);
k) Establish implementation targets, monitor implementation processes and performance, and assess outputs and outcomes;
l) Facilitate the project’s annual review workshops, impact assessment studies, Mid Term Review and completion review; Develop TOR for M&E tools to be carried out for consulting formats (e.g. design of surveys; evaluations (mid-term and final evaluation) etc., using a combination of quantitative and qualitative M&E indicators;
m) Collate essential data to be included in quarterly, semi-annual and annual reports;
n) Monitor financial and physical progress as well as reporting back to stakeholders to create a better learning environment;
o) Organize training on M&E for members of the PCU, implementing partners as required; provide technical backstopping to implementing agencies for preparing the AWPBs and for compliance with reporting requirements; Ensure mentoring and training of programme team partners to foster capacity building on M&E knowledge;
p) Improve project performance by providing relevant and well researched information to the PCU, implementing partners and counterparts on a timely basis;
q) Ensure capture of intended impact as well as successes and failures;
r) Liaise with the responsible persons for implementing agencies, key ministries and the implementation teams, implementing partners and service providers for effective linkages and information exchange;
s) Ensure gender mainstreaming and equality in all project activities;
t) Support M&E missions by IFAD;
u) Undertake any other duties assigned by the PC.
Knowledge Management Activities
a) Oversee the development of a KM strategy and plans to ensure systematic, continuous learning, improvement and knowledge sharing;
b) Develop and implement processes to ensure that lessons learned and good practice are captured systematically, shared, and used to improve project implementation, including in the development of the AWPB;
c) Support advocacy efforts through providing evidence of impact gathered through the M&E system, closely linked to knowledge management and communication activities;
d) Provide technical backstopping and guidance to implementing partner staff on KM&L;
e) Develop or adapt an internet based and other relevant tools and processes for implementing staff to collect, process/analyse, store and share information and knowledge, and ensure relevant staff have the capacity to use them;
f) Ensure that innovative experiences, learning and good practices are captured, synthesized, documented and shared continuously within the project, within the Districts, with in-country partners, IFAD and other regional and international partners, including through a project website, documentation centre, communities of practice, etc.;
g) Oversee communication support to awareness raising and sensitisation of project participants, including building understanding of the project’s objectives, benefits;
h) Coordinate the preparation of the work plan and budget, and progress reports for knowledge management and learning.
Qualifications and Experience The candidate should have;
a) A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences or any relevant discipline related to Agricultural Development from a recognized university.
b) A post graduate diploma/certificate in MIS , KM or M&E will be an added advantage;
c) Demonstrated knowledge in Mathematics, Statistics, media and communications will be an added advantage.
d) Masters degree will be an added advantage
e) 8 years working experience, with at least 3 years in M&E or KM in donor-assisted projects;
f) Full command in M&E related techniques including conducting surveys and PRAs;
g) Be computer literate and able to use advanced computer packages for quantitative and qualitative analysis and data base storage;
h) Have knowledge and experience on the project cycle related activities and developments in the sector;
i) Understanding of specific characteristics of smallholder irrigation in Zimbabwe including the dynamics of community engagement. Good communication skills in English, Ndebele/Shona;
j) Have good interpersonal and communication skills.
NB: Eligible female candidates are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted qualified applicants being considered for interviews will be contacted. Closing date for applications s 30 September 2018.
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