Job Summary

•   The M&E Specialist will be responsible for the implementation and monitoring of the project's M&E framework. The M&E Specialist will also lead the programme's M&E activities, such as data collection, management & analysis and will contribute to the programme reporting to ensure that reports provide strategic information on programme activities effectiveness.

Purpose of Job

•   To support the programme's beneficiaries by monitoring and tracking their progress in relation to the development objectives set for them by SCD Programme.

Responsibilities and Tasks

•   Ensure that the project's logical framework objectives, expected results, performance indicators, means of verification, assumptions and risks are regularly reviewed, up-to-date and effective throughout all levels of the project
•   Design, adapt and apply quantitative and quality tools to assess SCD’s capacity-building efforts (through surveys, interviews, etc)
•   Build and maintain partnerships with clients and stakeholders (particularly USAID)
•   Oversee collection, analysis, and reporting of monitoring data for submission to PYXERA Global HQ and USAID
•   Monitor and report on the progress and performance of SCD through the use of excel databases and Sales force
•   Engage in effective communication with local and international programme staff
•   Convert data into effective and persuasive presentations targeted towards various audiences including management, donors, government, community groups and other counterparts
•   Participate effectively in work plan activities
Undertake regular field visits to ensure compliance and timely execution of monitoring & evaluation activities
•   Ensure data integrity by conducting data quality assessments and/or verifying data

Qualification Required & Experience

•   5+ years of experience in monitoring and evaluating projects
•   Bachelor’s degree in monitoring and evaluation, international development, programme management or related fields. A Master’s degree is a plus
•   Experience with development projects, preferably USAID projects
•   Knowledge in Performance Management Plan (PMP) and measuring of key performance indicators
•   Experience in measuring capacity-building achievements
•   Ghanaian national (Preferred)
•   Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; ability to write effectively and present information in a variety of settings
•   Excellent analytic skills and attention to detail in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
•   Excellent interpersonal skills

Location: Takoradi

How To Apply For The Job

To apply, please submit a cover letter and CV/Resume to:

egyimah@pyxeraglobal.org

The subject line of the email please write "Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist"

Closing Date: 25 May, 2016