Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Specialist

Reports To: Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Manager

Location: Arusha, Tanzania

Position Summary

The Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Specialist will be responsible for developing and implementing an effective MEL Plan in collaboration with project stakeholders, overseeing data collection, analysis, and reporting, ensuring project progress is tracked and aligned with objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the MEL Manager in implementing the project’s Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Plan (MEL Plan) in collaboration with project technical staff and partners.
• Assist in managing the project’s results framework, including indicators, targets, and data collection methodologies, ensuring alignment with the project’s overall objectives.
• Provide technical support in the design of annual monitoring surveys, including probabilistic sampling strategies, and analyze quantitative data.
• Contribute to designing qualitative studies, interviews, and interactive tools to generate qualitative information and analysis.
• Assist in developing and maintaining databases to manage the indicator framework and ensure smooth data sourcing from project stakeholders.
• Develop and implement digital data collection tools and methodologies for monitoring and evaluating project activities and results.
• Assist in the collection, cleaning, and validation of project data, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Set up and maintain systems for real-time data collection, integrating digital platforms such as Kobo Toolbox, Comcare, or ODK.
• Collaborate with the MEL Manager and IT team to troubleshoot and optimize digital data collection systems.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of project data using advanced statistical tools such as Power BI, STATA, R, or Python to generate actionable insights.
• Design and develop dynamic, interactive dashboards using Power BI, ensuring visual clarity and alignment with project objectives.
• Create data visualizations for quarterly and annual reports to illustrate trends, key performance indicators (KPIs), and progress toward goals.
• Automate data processing pipelines for recurring reports and dashboards to improve efficiency.
• Provide insights and recommendations based on data analysis to inform project decision-making and strategic planning.
• Train project staff and partners on data analysis techniques and the effective use of visualization tools like Power BI.
• Conduct capacity-building sessions on statistical analysis, survey design, and digital data collection tools.
• Support partners and stakeholders in understanding and interpreting data visualizations to inform decision-making processes.
• Prepare and submit regular reports on project progress, including visual summaries of data trends and insights.
• Maintain and update a repository of interactive dashboards and visual tools for knowledge sharing across the organization.
• Systematically document and disseminate project insights, ensuring reports include visual storytelling to communicate impact.

Qualifications and Skills

• Degree Level: Master’s or bachelor’s degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Statistics or related field.
• Experience: Proven experience of at least 5 years in monitoring and evaluation, preferably in projects related to international development or nonprofit organization.
• Key Skills: High level of leadership, interpersonal, communication, presentation, technical and strong analytical skills including a demonstrated ability to interact effectively and collaboratively, Computer skills and problem-solving skills.

Application Procedure

Interested and qualified individuals should send their applications enclosing:

• Application letter
• Curriculum vitae (not exceeding 4 pages)
• Copies of qualification certificates

Send applications to: recruitment@taha.or.tz

Subject Line: APPLICATION FOR MONITORING, EVALUATION AND LEARNING SPECIALIST POSITION

Deadline: 2024-12-29