Monitoring, Evaluation and Knowledge Management Specialist at Ministry of Agriculture & Livestock Development

Position Title: Monitoring, Evaluation and Knowledge Management Specialist
Duty Station: PCMU Eldoret
Reporting to: The National Programme Coordinator

1. Job Purpose
The Monitoring, Evaluation and Knowledge Management Specialist will have the overall responsibility for the coordination of the timely establishment, operation, and
maintenance of the project monitoring and evaluation and learning system; for the
monitoring and evaluation of progress; generation of knowledge and evidence; and for
the communication of programme activities, achievements and lessons learned.

2. Key Responsibilities
A. Design and Implement the M&E System
• Setting up the M&E system for the Programme including revising the project log
frame matrix and include gender sensitive indicators; assisting in developing the
results oriented-AWPB; developing the overall framework for the project M&E;
guiding the process of reporting against the project key indicators and preparing
the M&E matrix.
• Taking lead in the preparation of the Project Annual Work Plan and Budget

B. Adaptive Management and Decision-Making
• Developing a capacity-building plan on M&E for the project staff and implementing
partners, including developing training modules for different stakeholders and
partners; developing operation manuals/guidelines on M&E processes; using
software for MIS and GIS required for the functioning of the MIS system; and
training M&E staff of partner institutions at national and local levels.
• Coordinating the baseline, midterm, end-term surveys, and project completion
reports.

C. Tracking, Analyzing, and Reporting Programme Performance
• Setting up a Management Information System (MIS) that entails developing
formats for data collection, analysis, and interpretation to track project inputs and
its results; coordinating with other programme staff to ensure MIS system is
appropriately designed and implemented such that they enable data-rich
knowledge management, captures and analyses disaggregated data on gender
and social inclusion parameters; defining requirements for use of software for a
web-based online MIS and off-line tablet-based devices.
• Providing technical assistance to recruit, guide and supervise organisations or
individuals contracted to implement surveys and studies required for evaluating
project effects and impacts.
• Assisting the Programme Coordinator in consolidating gender sensitive project
progress reports.
• Undertaking regular field visits to follow-up recommendations made from previous
supervision missions and support the project implementation in other ways as
requested by the Project Coordinator.
• Taking lead in the preparation of periodic M&E reports and the project completion
report

D. Knowledge Management
• Designing, at the start-up, Programme communication strategy, geared towards
the target group and stakeholders, programme implementers, and to a wider
public, both within Kenya and outside.
• Developing a functional approach for prioritizing and implementing Knowledge
Management activities and for developing and disseminating knowledge tools and
products.
• Advising the Senior Management by identifying areas of concerns that might justify
a review of the programme M&E and Knowledge Management (KM) systems
and/or implementation arrangements, including adverse effects on target groups
as a result of project implementation, and suggest remedial measures if necessary.

E. Other Duties
• Carrying out any other relevant duties as may be assigned by the National Project
Coordinator.

3. Academic Qualifications
• Holder of Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields: Monitoring and
Evaluation, Demography, Agricultural sciences, Population Studies, Statistics,
Economics, Rural Development or any other related subjects from a recognized
University.

4. Applicable Professional Experience
• At least seven (7) years direct experience in a position of monitoring and evaluation
of rural development or national Projects
• Demonstrated experience of at least 5 years of application of computer statistical
packages and/ or data analysis software (e.g. SAS, SPSS, and Advanced Excel)
and basic computer skills (word-processing, power point, and databases) are a
must.
• Must have demonstrated experience in designing and implementing M&E systems
in a multi- faceted rural development Project.
• Demonstrated experience in data processing and management of large-scale
surveys.
• Possession of additional training in impact evaluation, familiarity with the
operations and use of IT in monitoring and evaluation are added advantages.
• Strong experience in conducting research studies including the entire evaluation
cycle, from design and formulation to implementation, analysis and presentation
of results and recommendations.

5. Competencies and Skills
• Good oral and written communication skills. Should be fluent in English.
• Proven high level of integrity in handling public resources and in executing duties.
• A high level of interpersonal and management skills and ability to work with teams.
• Must be result focused and be able to work under pressure and tight deadlines.
• High level of integrity.
• Strong knowledge of computer applications, particularly MS Excel, Word, Access
and PowerPoint, STATA and other software packages for data analysis and
technical reports.
• Data management and analysis and reporting in Projects
• Capacity building and training in M&E development and implementation
• Use of Geographic Information Systems technologies, and
• Knowledge management strategy development.

F. Other Duties
• Any other duty as may be assigned by the National Programme Coordinator.

Apply

1. Access the National Employment Authority’s Integrated Management System (NEAIMS) through www.neaims.go.ke
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4. Submit your registration in the portal.
5. Apply for the position(s) of interest as advertised.
6. Frequently check on the status of your application and wait for shortlisting to be done.

Note: Manual/paper applications will not be accepted.

Documents Required (for shortlisted candidates)

• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Copies of National ID, academic and professional certificates
• Supporting documents and testimonials
• Letter of recommendation from the current or recent Supervisor (Optional)

Successful candidates will also be required to submit documents in compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution (2010).

Important Notes

• All appointments are on performance-based contract terms and are subject to an IFAD No Objection.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development is an equal opportunity employer.
• Applications from women, youth, and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.