Company Description

SNV is a mission-driven global development partner, rooted in the contexts and societies where we work. Inspired by the transformational principles and objectives set out by the SDGs, we are committed to building resilient agri-food systems that deliver food security and adequate nutrition; to increasing the reliability and availability of water and sanitation at an acceptable quantity and quality; and to improving access to affordable and sustainable energy for all. In doing so, we aim to strengthen institutions, markets and effective governance within and across the agri-food, energy, and water sectors, reducing gender inequalities and barriers to social inclusion, and enabling adaptation and mitigation to the climate and biodiversity crises.

We are one team of over 1,600 people, the vast majority of whom come from the contexts where we work, in more than 20 countries in Africa and Asia. In Uganda SNV operates through a decentralised approach with a country office in Kampala and regional offices in Fort Portal, Lira, Jinja, Kabale and Mbarara. SNV implements donor-funded activities across more than 100 districts in Uganda, ensuring broad and diverse impact.

Our ability to deliver results rests on our robust foundation of experience, knowledge, evidence and learning; our commitment to strengthening capacities and catalysing partnerships; and the relationships and trust of those we work alongside.

Our core values of people-centeredness and respect, equity and equality, and diversity and inclusion, are fundamental to who we are, and what we do. This is reflected in our vision and mission, and strategy, which sets out our aspirations and commitments as our compass towards 2030.

For more information on our operations in Uganda and SNV visit our website: www.snv.org

Project information

The INCLUDE (Inclusive Livestock Development for smallholder farmers) MEAL Advisor is one of the twelve (12) Senor advisors within the INCLUDE project. The INCLUDE Project has a team of 31 staff members and 22 external hired Field officers to implement the INCLUDE project in four subregions (Rwenzori, Greater Ankole, Kigezi and Busoga) covering 21 districts plus three (3) districts in the Kampala region (School milk program only).

On the 1st of April, SNV started the implementation of this 5-year project, funded by the Royal Netherlands Embassy (EKN), Kampala, Uganda. The project aims to improve resilient livelihoods and realising a living income for 75,000 smallholder livestock farmers, in Busoga, Rwenzori, Greater Ankole and Kigezi regions. INCLUDE is also aiming to have 37,500 acres of agricultural land under improved management as well as improving SHF access to input-, output markers and access to affordable credit.

To address the above the project will apply the Participatory Integrated Planning (PIP) approach. The PIP approach is an innovative way of transforming small-scale subsistence farm households into more productive and sustainable farms. It is based on a visionary Integrated Farm Plan which is developed and drawn on a map by all family members, as well as a concrete action plan on how to realise that vision. Changing farmers’ mindsets by motivating them to transform their reality through conscious collective action is at the core of the PIP approach while adopting the farming systems approach integrating livestock and crops, having livestock (dairy cattle, sheep, goats, poultry and pigs) as an intervention entry point.

In addition to increased smallholder resilience, productivity and income, the project will support the ongoing school milk program and be supportive to policy actors to developed and implement SHF inclusive and responsive livestock policies and practices.

Job Purpose

The Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer plays a crucial role within the project team, ensuring that project activities align with established objectives and deliver measurable outcomes. The officer will be responsible for designing and implementing monitoring frameworks that track progress, analyse data, and assess the impact of project initiatives. By engaging with relevant stakeholders, the officer will foster an enabling environment conducive to knowledge sharing and collaboration, ensuring that all parties are informed and actively participating in achieving project goals. Conduct regular field visits and assessments to identify areas for improvement.

Job Description

• Responsible for the day-to-day implementation of monitoring, evaluation and learning activities for the project.
• The MEL Officer will collaborate with the MEL Advisor to design the programs' MEL frameworks, ensuring effective tracking of progress towards planned results.
• He/she will support in collecting, analysing, and reporting data to measure the programs’ progress towards impact, outcomes, and outputs. This role will involve coordinating with field teams, ensuring data quality, and contributing to learning processes that inform program improvements.
• Craft comprehensive plans that outline how monitoring and evaluation will be conducted, including setting objectives, selecting indicators, and determining methodologies for data collection and analysis.
• Perform regular data quality assessments to verify accuracy and reliability of collected data and support implementation of corrective measures.
• Monitor all project activities, and progress towards achieving the project output to ensure alignment with strategic goals.
• Analyse quantitative and qualitative data to extract actionable insights that inform stakeholders about the program's progress, outcomes, and impact.
• Offer evidence-based recommendations to the project team and stakeholders to refine strategies, enhance performance, and guide future decision-making.
• Strengthen the M&E skills of team members and partners through training sessions and support to ensure sustainability in M&E practices.
• Lead evaluations of programs to assess their effectiveness and impact on target populations.
• Design monitoring tools and systems that facilitate ongoing assessment of project activities against established indicators.
• Contribute to documentation of knowledge products including case studies, best practices, success stories and lessons learned and organize learning and reflection sessions.
• Follow up and assist project staff and partners in adhering to SNV and program reporting standards, ensuring that information/data required for timely and quality reporting is provided.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Qualitative Economics, Social Science, International development, or related disciplines is required with essential knowledge of research methodologies and data analysis.
• A minimum of 6 years of practical experience working around Monitoring and Evaluation of projects within the Energy sector with the ability to demonstrate an understanding of real-world challenges.
• Prior positions focused on monitoring and evaluation and the ability to design evaluations, collect data, analyse results, and report findings effectively is a must.
• Experience working collaboratively with other project staff in collecting data.

Additional Information

Problem analysis: The ability to detect problems, recognise important information and link various data to trace potential causes and look for relevant details.

Focus on quality: Setting high quality standards and striving for continuous improvement and quality assurance.

Independence: The ability to perform actions and make statements that reflect one’s own opinion or view.

Controlling progress: The ability to control the progress of employees’ processes, tasks, activities and of one’s own work and responsibilities.

Client orientation: The ability and willingness to find out what clients want and need and to act accordingly, taking the organisation’s costs and benefits into account.

How to apply

If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and motivation letter in English. Deadline is Thursday 23rd January 2025.

Working at SNV

We offer a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from and contribute to an international global network of experts. For more information, please visit our website: www.snv.org.

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