Closing date: August 10, 2021
The International Potato Center (CIP) is a research-for-development organization that delivers innovative science-based solutions to enhance access to affordable nutritious food, foster inclusive sustainable business and employment growth, and drive the climate resilience of root and tuber agri-food systems. CIP is present in 15 African countries supporting potato and sweetpotato. For more than two decades in Kenya, CIP has been a vibrant member of the potato community, working with the National and County Governments, Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organisation (KALRO), Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate (KEPHIS), development partners, humanitarian organisations and the private sector.
CIP is seeking a Monitoring and Evaluation specializing in USAID projects
for the anticipated Accelerated Institutional and Food System Development
(AIFSD) project. The project aims to improve the livelihoods of farmers in
Bungoma and Taita Taveta counties through developing the potato value chain.
Main focus areas are to improve performance of farmer producer organizations to
support farmers to equitably engage in the value chain, support certified seed
production and develop institutional capacities.
The Position: The M&E Research Associate will be
based in Nairobi with frequent travel to Bungoma and Taita Taveta counties and
will report to the Potato Value Chain Manager.
Key responsibilities:
- Support
the implementation of the AIFSD (potato value chain component) monitoring
and evaluation plan.
- Support in
the design and implementation of M&E frameworks through Annual
Monitoring and Evaluation Plan.
- Lead in
the preparation of data collection tools for continuous monitoring.
- Develop a
continuous monitoring plan to track indicators and project performance.
- Develop
and lead baseline, midterm and endline studies – including preparing
surveys, training, and supervising surveys.
- Prepare
baseline, midterm and endline reports as per the surveys.
- Prepare
outcome-based reports based on continuous and annual survey monitoring.
- Report on
all monitoring activities for biweekly and quarterly reports, and any
other reporting as necessary
- Support
Field Monitoring visits by providing briefs on project performance.
- Support
development of project success and outcome briefs based on results from
monitoring.
- Train
project partners on the implementation of the monitoring system, in
particular the use of data forms and reporting formats, and provide
ongoing coaching support through regular site monitoring visits for
quality control and timely problem solving.
- Participate
in AIFSD project meetings were necessary.
- Carry out
M&E and survey data analysis and reporting writing in English.
- Any other
duty as will be assigned by the supervisor.
Selection Criteria
- Master’s
degree in Agricultural Economics, Agricultural and Applied Economics,
Monitoring and Evaluation, or related field. Master’s degree in other
social science with strong monitoring skills will be considered.
- Minimum of
6 years’ experience working in M&E, of which 3 years under USAID
projects.
- Solid
understanding of USAID-Feed the Future monitoring plan and indicators.
- Direct
experience in designing and implementing project M&E plans from
project initiation to closeout stages.
- Strong
skills in statistical analysis, sampling methodology, and data collection
and analysis.
- Experience
on the use of FTMS or DIS reporting systems is highly preferred.
- Demonstrated
ability in the use of online data collection software such as ODK, CSPro, Survey
Solution and MEASURE.
- Proficiency
in use of data analytics packages such as STATA, SPSS and Advanced
Microsoft excel.
- Ability to
serve as the project liaison person for diverse implementing partners.
- Willingness
to spend considerable time working under field conditions in rural Kenya.
- Fluent in
Kiswahili.
- Advanced
written and oral communication skills in English.
Why should you consider this opportunity?
- CIP is a
global and reputable international organization that has a strong,
state-of-the-art R&D background.
- CIP is
dedicated to achieving food security, improved nutrition and well-being,
and gender equality for poor people in root and tuber farming and food
systems of the developing world.
- CIP is a
member of the CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food secure
future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition
security, and improving natural resources.
What are we offering?
- Excellent
working environment.
- Generous
compensation package commensurate with experience.
- One (1)
year term contract with possibility of renewal
- Work in an
equal and diverse workplace.
What are the conditions?
This is a mid-level Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position limited to
Kenya nationals and permanent residents only. The employment contract will be for one (1) year (with
a 3-month probation period). Any
offer made with regards to this vacancy is conditional to the formal award of
the afore-mentioned grant.
How to Apply
Visit the following
link: http://cipotato.org/open-vacancies/ and submit your
cover letter and a full C.V. with your references. Screening of applications
will begin on August
10, 2021 and will continue until the post is filled. Only
short-listed candidates will be contacted.
This position WILL NOT
have contact with children or vulnerable adults.
Learn more about CIP by
accessing our web site at http://www.cipotato.org.
CIP is an equal
opportunity employer. Qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply.
CIP does not charge a
fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting,
processing or training). CIP also does not concern itself with information on
applicants’ bank accounts.
