National Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Specialist (SC8)

Overview

Gather and analyze MEL data for FAO projects in Kenya

You have:

• A minimum of University degree in social sciences, statistics, research methods, anthropology and/or related fields
• A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning functions preferably in agriculture/livestock domains or health-related fields
• Working knowledge (level C) of English and Swahili
• National of Kenya

Organizational Setting

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life, leaving no one behind. FAO is a specialized agency of the UN that leads international efforts to defeat hunger. FAO's goal is to achieve food security for all and ensure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives. With 195 Members (194 countries and the European Union), FAO works in over 130 countries worldwide.

FAO Country Offices, working under overall corporate guidance and in line with the Strategic Framework, offer policy advice and support to countries in the mandated areas of FAO, facilitated through partnerships, resources and an active country programme to provide technical assistance, develop capacities and deliver core services while fully observing international standards of accountability to establish leadership and strengthen impact at the country level. The offices deliver on the programmatic priorities of each country as agreed in their respective Country Programming Frameworks (CPFs) aligned to the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) and ensure effective and efficient operations with adequate human and financial resources.

Specifically, FAO Country Offices: • advocate, inform and support policies and investments in the areas of FAO’s mandate. • provide technical assistance and deliver core services. • assist and catalyse partnership and resource mobilization activities to support agrifood systems transformation. • position FAO as the specialized/authoritative technical agency in food and agriculture and agrifood systems transformation; and • ensure risk-smart and accountable operations and management.

The position is located in the FAO Country Office in Kenya.

Reporting Lines

The National MEL specialist will work under the overall guidance of the FAO Representative (FAO-R) in Kenya, under the direct supervision of the ECTAD Country Team Leader at FAO Kenya, the direct technical supervision of and in close collaboration the MEL ECTAD – Eastern and southern regional specialist and the FAO Programme in the country and FAO ECTAD Eastern and Southern Africa Regional teams.

Technical Focus

The National MEL Specialist will assist in gathering, analyzing, and reporting MEL data, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of information related to ECTAD projects in FAO Kenya.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the country-level M&E framework and plan in alignment with regional and global MEL requirements • Develop tools for routine data collection for log-frame monitoring purposes. • Collect and ensure the quality of information required for reporting on project and programme-level indicators. • Conduct routine records keeping (means of verification), and log frame monitoring. • Liaise with and backstop ECTAD Kenya technical officers concerning MEL information provision and validation. • Implement country-level case studies and work closely with the global and regional teams to ensure adherence to quality standards. Enter MEL information and generate MEL and narrative reports in prescribed formats. • Participate in Regional MEL trainings organized by the Global MEL team • Regularly update ECTAD Kenya’s training repository in line with prescribed standards. • Support the development of project concept notes (CNs) and proposals. • In close consultation with the National Epidemiologist, support M&E of the In-service Applied Veterinary Epidemiology Training (ISAVET) programme at the national level • Lead in the preparation of periodic project reports (weekly, ad-hoc, monthly, quarterly, bi-annual, annual and end of project) in line with required reporting formats • Support the development and review of Detailed Implementation Plans (DIPs) and work plans for all ECTAD projects • Support preparation of periodic and final reports on the implementation progress of ECTAD projects • Support MEL activities in other programmes within the FAO country office by participating in and contributing to field surveys and assessments. • Support monitoring and reporting of CPF implementation • Perform other duties as requested by the ECTAD Country Team Leader/ FAOR.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• A minimum of University degree in social sciences, statistics, research methods, anthropology and/or related fields • A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning functions preferably in agriculture/livestock domains or health-related fields • Working knowledge (level C) of English and Swahili • National of Kenya.

FAO Core Competencies

• Results Focus • Teamwork • Communication • Building Effective Relationships • Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills

• Excellent mastery of MS Excel and/or Access, statistical software packages such as SPSS, SAS, etc. • Good analytical skills with strong orientation to details. • Work experience in multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary setting. • Experience in project development, project report writing and data analysis. • Skills in statistics, data audit and data collection and management

Selection Criteria

• Proven experience in developing and regularly updating data collection and reporting formats. • Demonstrated ability to conduct case studies that monitor the implementation and impact of ECTAD projects. • Strong track record in collecting and documenting information necessary for reporting on project and program-level indicators. • Experience in preparing means of verification and supporting documentation. • Ability to generate MEL and narrative reports periodically in the prescribed formats. • Competence in drafting and submitting ECTAD project reports to the CTL in a timely manner. • Familiarity with updating ECTAD Kenya’s training repository according to established standards. • Experience in developing national-level MEL project frameworks and Performance Monitoring Plans (PMPs). • Support provided in proposal development, as well as preparation of Detailed Implementation Plans (DIPs) and reports. • Knowledge of implementing ISAVET M&E activities at the national level. • Ability to generate analytical reports effectively. • Previous experience with international institutions, NGOs, etc. is an advantage.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing)
• Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted
• Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/
• For additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

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