M&E / CLA Specialist (Re – advertisement)

Job Description

ECODIT is an international development firm working with governments, businesses, and local communities to advance environmentally- and socially-responsible development around the world. We provide technical assistance services ranging from quick-turnaround assessments and evaluations to design and implementation of long-term multi-million-dollar projects. Since its founding in 1993, ECODIT has provided professional services through more than 250 projects/contracts to diverse clients in more than 50+ countries. Building on our track record of success, we have continuously expanded the depth and breadth of our expertise in the energy, water, environment, and urban and local governance sectors.

Project overview

The purpose of the USAID / Zimbabwe Resilience ANCHORS Activity is to increase the capacity of communities to sustainably protect and manage community-based natural resources and the wildlife economy in anticipation of future shocks and stresses. This will be done through the provision of technical assistance focused on three key areas:

• Improving economic benefits from strengthened community-level governance and oversight of conservation enterprises;
• Increasing sustainable supplies of water of sufficient quantity and quality to meet human, economic, and ecosystem needs;
• Strengthening locally-led development and increased private sector engagement.

Duties & responsibilities

The M&E / CLA Specialist will adapt, and implement the project’s Monitoring and Evaluation Framework throughout the life of the project and ensure the project team has the data and analysis needed to make informed strategic decisions and to improve project implementation; The M&E / CLA Specialist will work closely with the project’s Chief of Party (COP), Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP), and partners to implement the M&E plan, and will oversee partners’ ability to support data management systems and reporting of activity progress, results, and outcomes for the USAID/Zimbabwe Resilience ANCHORS activity.

Specific duties for the M&E / CLA Specialist

• Oversee the implementation, review, and adaptation of the project’s M&E Plan;
• Lead the design and implementation of any needed M&E tools, databases, programs, frameworks, and information systems;
• Lead the analysis of data collected to inform the project’s understanding of progress and areas needed for improvement;
• Support the design and development of any of the project’s Activity Scopes of Work (ASOW); Ensure the availability of requisite and quality data, including for key indicators, to inform programming and facilitate donor reporting;
• Design data quality assurance processes and oversee their full institutionalization within the project, also including operationalization and tracking of site-level results;
• Upload data on USAID M&E systems including AID Tracker, TraiNet, etc;
• Design, coordinate, and provide training to USAID / Zimbabwe Resilience ANCHORS staff, partners, and stakeholders;
• Coordinate with staff, partners, and stakeholders on M&E procedures, tools and mechanisms.

The M&E / CLA Specialist will be based in Harare and will be expected to travel to other locations in Zimbabwe as needed, to execute the above duties and responsibilities.

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in International Development, Economics, Monitoring & Evaluation, Statistics, Environmental or Natural Resources Management or a related field;
• At least six years of progressive and relevant work experience in the monitoring and evaluation of large projects and / or programs;
• Demonstrated experience working and reporting results for USAID, including familiarity with USAID reporting requirements and indicators;
• Superior analytical skills and ability to present critical project data and translate data into actions;
• Experience in developing M&E systems for projects focused on community based NRM or a related area;
• Strong English communication skills, both verbally and in writing;
• Experience with capacity building and managing geographic information systems (GIS) preferred

To apply

This position offers an excellent opportunity for professional and career development within a reputable small business poised for significant growth. Compensation is commensurate with background and experience. Please submit an up-to-date resume/CV and cover letter in English here 

ECODIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note that the applications will be considered on a rolling basis.Only select candidates will be contacted; no phone calls or emails please.

Deadline: 28 January 2022