Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Senior Manager, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Advisor - Refugee Teacher Professional Development System Support in Kenya at TechnoServe Kenya

Job Summary:

TechnoServe seeks a Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Senior Manager for an anticipated local food systems program in Kenya. The Senior Manager will manage the day-to-day monitoring and evaluation (M&E) as well as lead initiatives that foster ongoing Collaboration, Learning & Adaptation (CLA) activities. S/he will be responsible for enabling evidence-based decision-making processes by program leadership, providing the necessary data and information to improve performance and effectiveness as well as inform planning and management decisions. S/he will also be responsible for timely development and progressive implementation of the program’s MEL systems. The Senior Manager will facilitate continuous learning and adaptive management by applying the principles of CLA.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Monitoring & Evaluation, Economics, Statistics, Agriculture or other relevant field.
• At least 7 years’ professional experience in M&E methods and approaches, including designing, planning, and implementing M&E systems, data analysis and assessment, as well as reporting using a logical framework and other strategic planning approaches. 10 years’ experience for a Bachelor’s degree.
• Proven track record designing qualitative and quantitative measurement tools.
• Prior experience implementing CLA into the program cycle.
• Demonstrated understanding of gender and youth issues in food, agriculture, or market systems.
• Strong project management skills including the ability to anticipate demand and manage multiple tasks and projects while meeting tight deadlines.
• Prior work experience in countries in East Africa. Experience working in Kenya strongly preferred.
• Excellent oral and written presentation skills and good computer skills in business software (Excel, MS Project, and PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using statistical analysis software (Stata or similar).
• Experience implementing CLA into the program cycle.
• Previous experience working with USAID
• Familiarity with the Donor Committee for Enterprise Development (DCED) standards.
• Proficiency in Kiswahili

 Required Languages

• Fluency in English with excellent oral and written communication skills required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Understanding of capacities and constraints of smallholder farming and agribusiness development.
• Detail orientation, including strong organizational, analytical and quantitative skills.
• Results-oriented, with demonstrated experience achieving project targets.
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills.
• Proven team player with strong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills.
• Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other administrative applications.