Job Description

Reference number: 202566
Job status: In-progress
Job category: Local Position
Duty station: Kayes, Mali
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CIFOR-ICRAF
The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) and World Agroforestry (ICRAF) envision a more equitable world where trees in all landscapes, from drylands to the humid tropics, enhance the environment and well-being for all. CIFOR and ICRAF are non-profit science institutions that build and apply evidence to today’s most pressing challenges, including energy insecurity and the climate and biodiversity crises. Over a combined total of 65 years, we have built vast knowledge on forests and trees outside of forests in agricultural landscapes (agroforestry). Using a multidisciplinary approach, we seek to improve lives and to protect and restore ecosystems. Our work focuses on innovative research, partnering for impact, and engaging with stakeholders on policies and practices to benefit people and the planet. Founded in 1993 and 1978, CIFOR and ICRAF are members of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food secure future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources.

CIFOR-ICRAF is looking for a

Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer- Mali (Readvertisement)

Overview

(Those who previously applied should not apply again) The Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer will support data collection, indicator monitoring and results analysis to improve project effectiveness and impact. He/she will play a key role in data collection, analysis and interpretation to support project reporting activities. He/she will monitor project results and be responsible for the quality and accuracy of technical results and reports.

Duties and responsibilities

1. Support the design and implementation of the project's Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) activities.

2. Support the development and updating of the project's plan.

3. Develop and monitor project indicators.

4. Implement baseline studies and ongoing project monitoring activities.

5. Oversee data collection and analysis;

6. Synthesize data and write study reports.

7. Verify and ensure data quality.

8. Contribute to the preparation of work plans, quarterly and annual reports, financial reports and other documents summarizing project results and evidence.

9. Ensure that project data is collected, cleaned, analyzed and used by stakeholders for learning, policy development and ongoing corrections.

10. Lead the design and implementation of project evaluation and analysis activities, including performance assessments, surveys, formative research, qualitative studies and rapid or specific studies.

11. Oversee the dissemination of information on successful and promising approaches, lessons learned and other project results to local, national and regional intergovernmental bodies, donors, partners and other stakeholders.

12. Supervise and coordinate the work of other project consortium members.

13. Promote actions that facilitate collaboration, learning and data-driven decision-making.

14. Make presentations at project review meetings and workshops.

15. Other Responsibilities

Support the implementation of other project activities at CIFOR-ICRAF/Mali,
Support research activities and research papers publications at ICRAF
Contribute to science visibility through the development and publishing of journal articles from CIFOR-ICRAF/Mali and Sahel research and projects activities.
Perform any other related duties as may be requested by the Management

Requirements

Master’s degree or equivalent in agricultural economics, economics, forestry or other relevant social science field.
Excellent interpersonal skills and team spirit.
Early career experience, particularly with NGOs or research organizations, will be an asset.
Basic knowledge and experience in data and database management and maintenance.
Analytical mind and good problem-solving skills.
Ability to explain complex problems in a clear, non-technical manner.
Basic knowledge of monitoring and evaluation.
Familiarity with key concepts and tools such as logical framework (Logframe), theory of change, results frameworks and key performance indicators.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Good command of data collection and analysis software such as Kobo Collect, ODK, SurveyCTO, SPSS, Stata, R or any other statistical tool.
Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions precisely.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
Minimum of 5 years' post-graduate experience in monitoring, evaluation and learning, research or other relevant field.

Education, knowledge and experience

• Master’s degree or equivalent in agricultural economics, economics, forestry or other relevant social science field.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and team spirit.
• Early career experience, particularly with NGOs or research organizations, will be an asset.
• Basic knowledge and experience in data and database management and maintenance.
• Analytical mind and good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to explain complex problems in a clear, non-technical manner.
• Basic knowledge of monitoring and evaluation.
• Familiarity with key concepts and tools such as logical framework (Logframe), theory of change, results frameworks and key performance indicators.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Good command of data collection and analysis software such as Kobo Collect, ODK, SurveyCTO, SPSS, Stata, R or any other statistical tool.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions precisely.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Minimum of 5 years' post-graduate experience in monitoring, evaluation and learning, research or other relevant field.

Terms and conditions

• Those who previously applied should not apply again.
• This is a Locally Recruited position. CIFOR-ICRAF offers competitive remuneration in local currency commensurate with skills and experience.
• The duty station will be in Kayes, Mali CIFOR-ICRAF Offices.