CIFOR-ICRAF is looking for a:
Senior Monitoring Evaluation & Learning Specialist
Overview
To technically lead and support the work of CIFOR-ICRAF and its consortium partners in their joint role as an Agriculture/Agri-food Systems and Climate Action Impact Partner Organization (IPO) while ensuring integration and synergy with wider Quality for Impact (Q4I) and CIFOR-ICRAF initiatives.
Summary of responsibilities
- Work with program partners to facilitate the development of and technically review systems-oriented Theories of Change (ToCs) in the context of African agriculture, agri-food systems, and climate action.
- Conduct in-depth systems analysis to identify entry points for catalyzing transformative change in Africa’s agrifood system, while advising on promising policy and programmatic interventions to act up these.
- Lead and facilitated formative evaluations to assess project progress, identify challenges, and recommend adaptive management strategies for improved outcomes.
- Conduct summative evaluations to assess program impact, effectiveness, and sustainability, providing actionable recommendations for future programming.
- Design and implement MEL systems to ensure data collection, analysis, and reporting meet program requirements and donor expectations.
- Provide technical guidance and capacity development support to partners and program teams and partners on MEL practices.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure MEL activities are integrated into program planning, implementation, and reporting processes.
Requirements
- Master's degree or higher in a relevant field such as Monitoring and Evaluation, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or related disciplines.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in designing and implementing MEL frameworks for international development programs in Africa.
- Proven expertise in developing Theories of Change, conducting systems analysis, formative and summative evaluations, and designing systems-focus MEL systems.
Personal attributes and competencies:
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in quantitative and qualitative data analysis tools.
- Excellent communication skills in English with the ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders at all levels.
- French langue skills a definite asset.
- Demonstrated experience in capacity development and training on MEL methodologies.
Terms and conditions
- This is a Globally Recruited position. CIFOR-ICRAF offers competitive remuneration in USD currency commensurate with skills and experience.
- The duty station will be in Nairobi, Kenya CIFOR-ICRAF Offices.