Job List
1. Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Assistant
- Deadline: 21/05/2024
- Job Type: Full-time
- Organisation: The AIDS Support Organization (TASO Uganda)
- Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
- Reports to: Project Technical Lead
Job Summary: The Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Assistant will support project activities by collecting and analysing data, developing monitoring and evaluation plans, and ensuring compliance with MEAL frameworks. He/she will conduct assessments and surveys to measure project performance and contribute to learning initiatives for improving project effectiveness and outcomes.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist in designing and implementing data collection methodologies, including surveys, interviews, and focus groups.
- Collect data from project sites, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Enter data into databases in a timely and accurate manner.
- Verify data for accuracy and completeness through routine data quality checks and validation procedures.
- Assist in cleaning, coding, and organizing datasets for analysis.
- Conduct basic data analysis using statistical software.
- Assist in preparing data visualization materials, such as tables, charts, and graphs, for reports and presentations.
- Contribute to the writing and editing of project reports, success stories, and case studies.
- Provide administrative support for MEAL activities, including scheduling meetings, preparing materials, and organizing logistics.
- Assist in tracking project indicators and targets, flagging any deviations or trends for further investigation.
- Participate in capacity-building activities, such as trainings and workshops, to enhance MEAL skills and knowledge.
- Ensure compliance with data management protocols and procedures.
- Collaborate with team members to address data-related issues.
- Maintain confidentiality and security of sensitive data.
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Key Outputs:
- Data collection, data entry, and data verification processes for program monitoring and evaluation conducted.
- Surveys, assessments, and evaluations to measure program impact and outcomes conducted.
- Focus group discussions, key informant interviews, and other qualitative data collection activities organized and facilitated.
- Data collection tools, training materials, and reports developed and disseminated.
- Data analysis using statistical software conducted and data visualization materials, such as graphs and charts, prepared.
- Donor reports, project proposals, and other program documentation prepared.
- Up-to-date program databases and performance monitoring systems maintained.
- Regular project meetings, workshops, and trainings conducted to share updates and findings on program monitoring and evaluation activities.
- Data quality and integrity ensured throughout the project cycle.
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Quantitative Economics, Public Health, Business Statistics, Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Computing, or a related field.
- Postgraduate training in M&E monitoring and evaluation methodologies, data collection techniques, and statistical analysis preferred.
- Master’s in Public Health, Health Services Research, Monitoring and Evaluation, Statistics, Biostatistics, Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, or a related field.
- At least 1-2 years of experience in HIV/ART/PMTCT data management, monitoring, evaluation, or research, preferably in a development or humanitarian context.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
- Familiarity and knowledge of national HMIS tools and databases.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data collection and analysis.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in written and spoken English.
Other Qualities/Attributes:
- Commitment to upholding ethical standards and confidentiality.
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and deadlines.
- Willingness to travel to project sites and work in challenging environments.
Apply Here: https://tasouganda.org/jobs/monitoring-evaluation-learning-assistant-1/
About TASO Uganda
- Industry: NGO
- Location: Kampala
The AIDS Support Organization (TASO Uganda) is an organization contributing to the process of preventing HIV infection, restoring hope, and improving the quality of life of persons, families, and communities affected by HIV infection and disease.
Please ensure to apply before the deadline and check the provided link for more details and the application process.
