Purpose of the Position:

The PMER Specialist will provide Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting (PMER) expertise in the development and implementation of Programs/Projects, build capacities of staff and local partners on PMER; and ensure that data quality standards are monitored, met and reported timely. The PMER Specialist will undertake monitoring and evaluation of grant implementation. S/he will lead in identifying PMER technical needs and make appropriate recommendations. 

Job Description:

Ensures the implementation of monitoring and evaluation policies and strategies, focusing on the following:

• Develop monitoring and evaluation tools and processes for the Country Program (CP)
• Lead the implementation and management of WA’s PMER Core- Procedure
• Lead the implementation of Result Based Planning system in WAE;
• Provide technical support to regional offices to strengthen their monitoring and evaluation systems;
• Update as necessary Monitoring and Evaluation plans, consistent with the national M&E framework, in consultation with stakeholders/partners.
• Strengthen systems and tools, and training materials to train stakeholders and other implementing partners personnel;
• Conduct assessment of the CP’s capacity in the field of M&E, and develop and lead the implementation of a capacity development plan;
• Provide technical guidance for the implementation of the M&E plan, through training and other on-site support;
• Facilitate review of progress on a quarterly basis and ensure problem solving through remedial actions,
• Ensure any disparities between planned and actual outputs are addressed;
• Assist WAE in the identification of potential implementation problems and bottlenecks and recommend appropriate strategies to address them;
• Prepare quarterly and annual programmatic progress updates on the project.

Ensures effective management of the monitoring and evaluation process, focusing on the following:

• Participate in preparation of project identification, design, setup and planning;
• Participate in CP strategy and Business development;
• Ensure that project monitoring arrangements comply with donor/ grant agreement and that the provisions of the grant agreement are fully observed;
• Review the management information systems of the CP and agree on required changes or resources to ensure that data quality standards are monitored and met;
• Review the quality of existing data sources, the methods of collecting them and the degree to which they will provide good baseline data for mid-term and end of project evaluations; based on this review consult partners to develop approaches to address identified gaps;
• Prepare Terms of Reference (TOR) for baseline, mid-term, and end-line surveys including methodology preparation, sample selection and staff training if needed, and provide overall technical direction for the conduct of the surveys;
• Provide evaluation feedback to the CP;
• Follow up on implementation of audit and evaluation recommendations; ensure the optimal use of evaluation findings by providing guidance in preparation of timely management response to all mandatory evaluations and by developing a communication/dissemination plan.

Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the area of monitoring and evaluation, focusing on achieving the following results:

• Identify and formulate lessons learned and document best practices from evaluations and studies to be integrated into project reports;
• Collaborate and coordinate with UN agencies, government agencies, NGOs, and other organizations on monitoring and evaluation issues;
• Lead the design and delivery of M&E capacity building to personnel of stakeholders, together with implementing partners involved in the implementation of grants;
• Maintain cooperative relationship with all key stakeholders, policy makers and donor partners;
• Participate in external supervision and evaluation missions of the CP and other agencies by facilitating access to M&E data as required.

Safeguarding & Safety & Security:

• Understands and puts into practice the responsibilities under Safeguarding, Child Protection and Gender policies and Code of Conduct (CoC)
• Adheres to any local security protocols that have been put in place when working in the office, travelling to the field or undertaking project / program activities
• Immediately reports any health, safety and security incidents or near-misses that occur on WaterAid duty to their line manager, Security Focal Point or CD
• Behaves and acts in a manner that does not put colleagues or anyone that interacts with WaterAid in immediate danger or harm’s way.

Other:

• Engage in technical proposal evaluations – consultancy and construction services

Job Requirements

Job/ Person Specifications:

Education:

• Master’s Degree in Economics, Statistics or other Social Sciences

Experience:

• 7 years minimum M&E related experience preferably in the field of WaSH;
• Extensive knowledge of monitoring and evaluation methodologies i.e. both quantitative and qualitative data collection, processing and analysis
• A strong background in WaSH programs, having managed projects wherein systematic input, output and process data were collected and used to guide programming;
• A good understanding of routine information systems, and literacy in management information systems;
• Knowledge of sampling and questionnaire design;
• Experience in designing and implementing country level M&E trainings;\Experience working with and maintaining good relations with international, as well as counterparts and beneficiaries (e.g. International and Local NGOs and government representatives;
• Solid experience in the management of people and systems in high-pressure environments;
• Strong IT skills

Personality / Behavior Requirements:

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, especially matrix and distance management environments
• Provides vision and direction
• Values driven and actively develops staff
• Promotes high performance
• Behaves consistently in approach to work and decision-making
• Promotes innovation and learning

Physical Environment and Demands:

Typical office working environment, with visits to the field in different conditions 

How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicants are requested to apply online.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Qualified women are highly encouraged to apply.

WaterAid is an equal opportunities employer regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

WaterAid is committed to ensuring that wherever we work in the world, there is no tolerance for the abuse of power, privilege, or trust. WaterAid reinforces a culture of zero tolerance towards any form of inappropriate behaviour, abuse, harassment, or exploitation of any kind. The safeguarding of our beneficiaries, staff, volunteers, and anyone working on our behalf, is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff and volunteers are required to share in this commitment through our Global Code of Conduct. We will conduct the most appropriate pre-employment references and checks to ensure high standards are maintained.