Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist Job in Kenya

A USAID contractor is recruiting for a  Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist for a fast-paced program based in Nairobi. The candidate must be fluent in written and spoken English and must be willing and able to travel frequently.

Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist:  

The Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist, under the supervision of the Chief of Party, will assist in evaluation activities and capturing impact; help in designing and implementing evaluations of activity clusters, mapping exercises, and conducting topical assessments, and trains staff and selected partners on M& E system operations and collection methods; perform both quantitative and qualitative data analyses to inform reporting requirements and project communications products, and oversees intermittent assessments, collects and disseminates lessons learned, and shares successes during project implementation.
Candidate must possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, as well as a minimum of five years of experience in monitoring and evaluation. Demonstrated experience managing standard M&E tools and methodologies, such as focus groups, key informant interviews, surveys, and others. Experience measuring impact in relevant donor-funded programs in Kenya/East Africa.  Field experience with state and non-state actors, preferably in Kenya and/or East Africa, and the ability/willingness to travel throughout Kenya.  A strong understanding of community-based organizations and knowledge of political and social conditions in Kenya, including around Nairobi, the Somali community in Eastleigh, and communities along the Coast and Rift Valley.  Ability to work in a professional and cordial manner with fellow staff members, visitors, partner institutions – including local and international NGOs – governmental entities, support organizations, and the general public.  Ability to effectively use computer software, including Microsoft Access, as well as word processing and spreadsheet applications.Qualified applicants must include a cover letter highlighting relevant experience, a current Curriculum Vitae (CV), maximum 3 pages, and a list of three (3) references with contact information. Applicants are requested NOT to attach additional certificates, diplomas, or other supporting documents to their submissions.

Please include “Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist” as the subject of the message. Applications that do not adhere to the stated instructions above will not be considered. 

All references and educational credentials for short-listed candidates will be thoroughly checked and verified. Only finalists will be contacted.

Applications should be sent via email to HRNairobi@kenyati.com no later than Monday, May 27th , 2013 5:00 p.m.

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