Light for the World is an international disability and development organization whose vision is an inclusive society where no one is left behind. We enable crucial eye health services and help empower people with disabilities in some of the poorest regions of the world.

Our programmes include:

•       o Eye Health – preventing blindness and promoting eye health for all

•       o Education – ensuring children with disabilities receive quality, inclusive education

•       o Work – enhancing access for persons with disabilities to opportunities for employment and self employment;

•       NTDs: elimination and control of the Neglected Tropical Disease

 We focus on the poorest and hardest to reach because that’s where we will have the biggest impact. We create change through local people, organisations and structures because we want our impact to last.

We are in the process of expanding our team in Ethiopia and looking for a committed

Role Profile

Reporting to the Monitoring, Evaluation and Knowledge Manager, the M&E Officer will be responsible for designing and implementing the M&E activities for the We Can Work program. This will start from organizing the baseline research, to regular data collection needed to prepare  Monthly/Quarterly/Annual progress reports and to monitor programmes activities on a regular basis. The M&E Officer will further contribute to developing and maintaining the MIS of the programmes and will be responsible for the collection & analysis of different data in relation to programmes activities.

The M&E Officer works in close collaboration with the We Can Work program team in country and at global level. 

Key responsibilities:

MEL Tool Development and Data Management – 40%

·       Develop and implement a robust monitoring and evaluation system that will ensure tracking of We Can Work program results at different levels (outputs, outcomes and impact).

·       Develop/ adopt an integrated database and ensure accountability through regular data updates, data integrity and working in collaboration with the field data collectors.

·       Work with programme officers and managers to ensure the collection of relevant and appropriate data needed for an effective MEL system which will be utilized in monitoring strengths, weaknesses and gaps in programmes implementation and for reporting on donor commitments.

·       Review existing data collection tools for the programmes and lead the ongoing digitilisation effort for reporting and data management.

·       Incorporate field and technical team feedback to ensure the continuous improvement of data management systems within Light for the World.

Monitoring and Reporting – 40%

·       Monitor programmes activities and progress towards achieving the programmes outputs;

·       Identify strategies for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of programmes implementation by identifying bottlenecks in completing and reaching targets in programmes activities, and developing plans to minimize or eliminate such bottlenecks;

·       Provide statistical input for monthly, quarterly, half-yearly and annual programmes reports;

• Provide evidence-based data and information to the technical team to develop progress reports, technical papers, success stories, case studies, etc.; recommend improvements to meet activity goals

·       The M&E officer is responsible for leading the development of the data analytics framework, capacity building, technical support and systems development for better performance data collection, reliability, and quality based on agreed indicators to guide decision making.

Assessments, Surveys and Evaluation – 15%

·       Liaise with other country office teams and partners to ensure that all new and ongoing programmes adhere to accountability requirements by initiating baseline surveys/barrier analysis for new programmes and conducting relevant reviews for ongoing programmes to meet Light for the World Uganda standards.

·       Timely plan and initiate all pre-and -post intervention assessments, KAP surveys and other types of assessments as needed per programme.

·       Coordinate the review of all survey reports prepared to ensure quality and accurate reporting

Perform additional team responsibilities – 5%

Job Requirements

·       A University Degree in Information Management, Statistics, Economics, Monitoring & Evaluation, Demography, Population Studies and/or any other related field.

·       Demonstrated experience in data processing and management of surveys, researches and databases;

·       Demonstrated experience of statistical packages and/ or data analysis software (e.g. SPSS, Excel, Epi Info, SMART, STAT ) and advanced computer skills (word-processing, spread sheets, and databases) are a must;

·       Experience with mobile data collection, cloud-based, digital data management and information systems is an added bonus.

·       At least 5 years’ direct experience in a position of monitoring and evaluation. Experience in the non-profit sector is an added bonus.

·       Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.

·       Self‐starter, self‐disciplined and ability to work independently.

·       Passionate about disability inclusion, Economic Empourment programs and Light for the World's mission.

How to Apply

Please send non-returnable CV and a cover letter mentioning how your experiences matches with the job advert until 22nd of March 2023. Please mention your expected salary in your application letter and include 3 professional references into your CV. Applications should be sent only to recruitment.ethiopia@light-for-the-world.org.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage people with disabilities and or female candidates to apply for this position.  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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