Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

5 days ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya IIRR Full time $40,000 - $60,000 per year
Position Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Location: Nairobi, Kenya (Full time - Kenya Office)

Job Type: Full-Time, 1-year contract (with possibility of renewal)

IIRR is one of the world's leading rural development non-governmental organizations. Founded in 1960, IIRR has impacted more than 62 million rural lives across five continents. Its programs strengthen the health, education, and environmental conditions of rural communities and prioritize sustainable, community-led solutions that empower people to improve their lives and livelihoods. IIRR maintains offices in Africa, Asia, and North America.

Position Summary:
IIRR is seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer to support the implementation of robust monitoring, evaluation, and learning systems for the project. The M&E Officer will work closely with the program team to ensure effective tracking of project outcomes, promote continuous learning, and support adaptive management.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist in the development and implementation of the project's M&E framework and data collection systems.
  • Collect, compile, and clean routine data from field activities, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and completeness.
  • Maintain and regularly update the M&E database to reflect project progress.
  • Develop and adapt data collection tools aligned with project indicators and reporting requirements.
  • Conduct data quality assessments and support verification exercises to ensure reliable and accurate reporting.
  • Prepare weekly and monthly M&E updates and reports for the Program Manager.
  • Organize and participate in regular review and reflection meetings to analyze project performance and recommend improvements.
  • Support the planning and implementation of surveys and evaluations, including logistics, data collection, entry, and cleaning.
  • Assist in training and mentoring field staff on basic M&E procedures, data entry protocols, and documentation practices.
  • Ensure proper filing, organization, and archiving of all M&E-related documents (e.g., tools, datasets, reports).
  • Support compliance with donor requirements and internal organizational reporting standards.
Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in statistics, economics, international development, or related field
  • At least 1–2 years of experience in M&E, research, or data management
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis techniques
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills
  • Fluency in English (written and spoken)
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working with rural development or trade-focused programs
  • Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Excel Charts)
  • Experience working in multi-country or multi-time-zone teams
  • Working knowledge of Swahili is an asset
Key Competencies and Personal Attributes
  • Strong analytical skills and keen attention to detail
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • High level of integrity and professionalism; able to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural team environment
  • Knowledge of data management systems and tools is an advantage
  • Willingness and ability to travel frequently to project sites and work in field conditions
  • Demonstrated capacity in training, facilitation, and mentoring
  • Commitment to IIRR's values of equity, justice, respect, transparency, and inclusivity
Working Environment:
This is a full-time position based in Nairobi. The M&E Officer must be comfortable collaborating remotely with colleagues across IIRR's global teams. The role requires regular use of Zoom, email, Google Workspace, and other shared digital platforms to ensure effective coordination and communication.

Candidate Profile:
We are looking for a detail-oriented, proactive team player with a genuine interest in community-led development. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, adaptable to working across cultures and geographies, and values data-driven decision-making.

Application Instructions:
Interested applicants who meet the above job criteria should submit the follow materials via the application portal:
  • Cover letter (1-2 page) that summarizes key competencies and skills relevant to the job
  • Curriculum vitae (2–5 page summary)
  • Contact information (telephone, email)
  • Three character references with address and contact email/phone numbers
Deadline and Response Protocol:

Closing date of application is 18 of July 2025 or until a suitable candidate is identified.

We will respond to short-listed candidates only.

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IIRR is an equal opportunity employer.

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