Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant Officer

Fixed-Term Contract

Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant Officer

Deadline:                  16 January 2025 at 1700 hours

Duty Station:           Buhera

Reporting to:           Team Leader

About Us

SAFIRE, a local NGO whose mission is to facilitate the development and application of innovative approaches to improve rural livelihoods, resilience and sustainable natural resources management is seeking a suitably qualified Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant Officer.

Main Responsibilities:  Design and implementation of data collection tools and methods; Collect and enter data into databases and spreadsheets; Ensure data quality and integrity through data cleaning and verification; Data analysis using statistical software and techniques; Prepare reports and visualizations (e.g. charts, graphs, maps) to present findings; Support the development of M & E reports and other documents; Assist in the development and implementation of M & E plans and frameworks; Support the conduct of monitoring visits, surveys and evaluations; Participate in data quality assessments and audits; Provide technical support and training to program staff on M & E concepts and tools; Assist in the development of M & E capacity building plans and materials. Perform other tasks as assigned by the Team Leader.

Required Qualifications and Skills.

  • A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Monitoring and Evaluation, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science and Social Sciences).
  • At least 1 to 2 years’ experience in Monitoring and Evaluation, data analysis or a related field.
  • Basic knowledge of statistical software packages (SPSS, STATA or R) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Access).
  • Experience with data visualization tools e.g. (Tableau, Power BI)
  • Excellent research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work in a team environment and support colleagues.

Languages:  Fluency in English, Shona and Ndebele

To Apply:  Please send your application letter and CV (max 4 pages, all in one PDF format) to email address: [email protected] clearly marked Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant Officer in subject line.  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.