JOB VACANCY: MONITORING, EVALUATION & LEARNING AND COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
The
African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) is an African-led and
Africa-based international research institution headquartered in Nairobi,
Kenya.
APHRC
conducts policy-relevant research on population, health, education,
urbanization and related development issues in sub-Saharan Africa.
APHRC
seeks to recruit a Monitoring,
Evaluation & Learning and Communications Specialist to join
the Measurement Evaluation and Learning (MEL) team.
Duties
/ Responsibilities:
The
MEL and Communications Officer will lead communication on MEL in collaboration
with Policy Engagement and Communication (PEC) Division at the Center to
synthesize, analyze and utilize the MEL quantitative and qualitative data
obtained with the goal of developing impact stories and case studies.
S/he
will also support the Center’s MEL agenda as well as knowledge translation, and
facilitate the sharing of best practices -by providing mechanisms for
continuous improvement of the MEL implementation processes towards set targets,
and achievement of impact as envisioned by the Center’s 2022-2026 Strategic
Plan.
Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Evidence Uptake
· Provide
monitoring, evaluation and learning technical support to divisions, themes and
sub-themes during proposal writing, implementation and program review;
· Provide
technical support in the preparation of evaluation findings, reports and
articles for appropriate audiences/stakeholders;
· Lead
the production of any MEL documents that will be used for publicity, visibility
and advocacy;
· Regularly
pitch impact and success story ideas, and flag opportunities to share new or
emerging data on social media;
· Design
and develop M&E tools, result frameworks, logic models, and theory of
change upon request;
· Take
the lead in research and evaluations by developing suitable and innovative
methodologies and approaches in survey design and implementation at APHRC;
· Develop
and review relevant TORs for the monitoring, evaluation, and learning
functions;
· Lead in
reviewing evaluation reports across divisions, themes and sub-themes;
· Contribute
to the preparation of monthly program reports, quarterly Senior Management Team
reports and annual reports as well as project M&E reports;
· Ensure
timely issue resolution for requests made by themes and sub-themes through the
APHRC MEL helpdesk to meet the MEL requirements across the Center;
· Ensure
relevant and timely M&E information is utilized for routine
programs-internal reflection on the effectiveness or need for adaptation to
strategies;
· Provide
technical support for M&E data analysis and reporting.
Learning,
Knowledge Translation and Communication
· Contribute
to the synthesis of MEL evidence with strategic information for
evidence-informed decision-making (EIDM);
· Manage
the synthesis of programmatic outcomes and pathways to impact and their
translation into impact stories and case studies;
· Facilitate
sharing of best practices among partners (coordinating cross-pollination and a
Community of Practice);
· Create
graphic design materials for MEL reports including quarterly performance
reports, annual reports, Pause & Reflect reports, and impact-evidence
reports;
· Work
alongside the Knowledge Management and Learning Specialist to streamline
knowledge translation activities;
· Work
alongside the Policy Engagement and Communication (PEC) teams to communicate
MEL findings and frameworks internally and externally;
· Ensure
that all published content is delivered to high standards and in line with the
APHRC guidelines through copy editing;
· Liaise
with designers and external suppliers to ensure assets are produced on time, in
budget, and to the required standard;
· Facilitate
cross-division/theme learning and best practice transfer through documentation
and sharing of lessons learned for organizational learning;
· In
collaboration with the Knowledge Management and Learning Specialist, organize
knowledge-sharing and learning events, Pause and Reflect sessions with staff or
external key partners;
· Engage
and support staff in identifying learning opportunities.
MEL
Systems Strengthening and Capacity Strengthening
· Lead
the set-up, operationalize and coordinate a MEL Community of Practice;
· Lead in
the development and maintenance of the MEL platform alongside the software
developer;
· Contribute
to the development of an impact tracking model in collaboration with PEC teams;
· Ensure
integration of APHRC’s MEL systems with dissemination platforms from PEC teams;
· Lead in
capacity strengthening of APHRC staff on MEL systems and processes;
· Provide
training to staff and partners to strengthen core MEL skills.
Qualifications,
experience and skills:
· Masters
degree in monitoring and evaluation, project management, social sciences or
related discipline.
· At
least 7 years of relevant experience in monitoring and evaluation.
· Experience
implementing MEL activities at institutional level.
· Strong
understanding of core MEL principles and practices.
· Experience
in participating in organizational strengthening and cohesiveness initiatives.
· Strong
research and data analysis skills.
· Proven
experience in leading learning initiatives and knowledge translation
activities.
· Strong
interpersonal skills to work collaboratively in a diverse environment.
· Exceptional
organizational and coordination skills.
· Excellent
written and oral communication skills in English is essential.
This
position is classified under Nationally Recruited Positions (NRP), Grade III in
our scales.
Interested
candidates are encouraged to apply through our recruitment portal
by
March 20, 2023.
Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted; shortlisted candidates will be
required to have a Police Clearance Certificate.
Cover
letters should be addressed to:
The
Human Resources Officer
African Population and Health Research Center, Inc
APHRC Campus, Manga Close, off Kirawa Road, Kitisuru
P. O. Box 10787-GPO, Nairobi
Website:
www.aphrc.org
APHRC
is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the protection of
vulnerable persons
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