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Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer – Africa job at Heifer International | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
Heifer International is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to ending hunger and poverty by empowering smallholder farmers and communities through sustainable agriculture and economic development. With a strong reputation for transforming lives through innovative livestock donation programs, training, and market access initiatives, Heifer has received global recognition for its impact-driven approach.
The organization fosters a collaborative and purpose-driven work culture, offering employees opportunities for professional growth, competitive benefits, and a chance to make a lasting difference in communities. Job opportunities span across project management, agricultural development, finance, and social impact roles, with flexible and field-based work arrangements to maximize outreach.
Founded in 1944, Heifer International has evolved from a simple livestock donation initiative into a global leader in sustainable development, integrating technology, climate-smart agriculture, and inclusive value chains to drive economic transformation. Operating in over 20 countries across Africa, Asia, and the Americas, Heifer’s reach extends to millions of families striving for self-reliance. The organization is built on core values of accountability, transparency, sustainability, and community-driven development, ensuring that interventions create lasting change.
Through its corporate social responsibility initiatives, Heifer partners with governments, private sectors, and grassroots organizations to enhance food security, climate resilience, and women's economic empowerment. More information about its mission and programs can be found at www.heifer.org.
Are you looking for Monitoring and Evaluation jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer – Africa job at Heifer International
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Deadline:
7 Jun 2025
Job Title
Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer – Africa job at Heifer International
Heifer International
Job Description
Vacancy Title: Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer – Africa
Organization: Heifer International
Location: Kampala, Uganda (Position may also be based in Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria, Tanzania, Malawi, Senegal, Rwanda, or Zambia)
As part of the Signature Program Department, the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Officer – Africa will support the development and implementation of a robust MEL system across the Africa region. This includes ensuring high data quality, effective reporting, learning integration, and adaptive management. The role involves both technical assistance and collaboration with regional and country MEL teams to deliver evidence-based program outcomes.
This is a one-year consultancy role.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply online.
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Application Deadline: Saturday, June 7, 2025
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How to Apply
A. MEL System Design (20%)
Support country MEL teams in creating MEL plans and utilizing digital data collection tools.
Contribute to MEL strategy development for Africa programs, ensuring alignment with global standards.
Develop regional MEL systems including databases, data flowcharts, and collaborating, learning, and adapting (CLA) frameworks.
Lead creation of an Africa-wide performance database and historical data repository.
Ensure all MEL plans align with Heifer’s global indicators and strategic direction.
B. Implementation of MEL Systems (30%)
Provide technical assistance for indicator development, target setting, progress monitoring, and logical framework creation.
Coordinate internal data quality assurance activities across country programs.
Oversee the documentation of local resource leveraging and quarterly updates.
Conduct field visits and support evaluations and baseline surveys.
Facilitate regional learning through “Pause and Reflect” sessions and feedback loops.
Escalate MEL issues to the Technical Director for coordination with HQ.
C. Data Management and Learning (20%)
Ensure timely and accurate data entry into Heifer’s Integrated Program Management System (IPMS).
Support country teams with data cleaning, collation, and regional aggregation.
Lead the design and implementation of the regional learning-to-action agenda.
Document lessons learned, best practices, and success stories.
Integrate Geographic Information Systems (GIS) into MEL processes.
Work with the IPMS Business System Manager to develop Power BI dashboards for data visualization.
D. Capacity Development (15%)
Assess and address capacity gaps among MEL staff and implementing partners.
Provide training on data management and reporting systems.
Support recruitment and oversight of external consultants for surveys and evaluations.
E. Fundraising Support (10%)
Contribute to proposal development, especially in theory of change, results framework, and indicator design.
Support concept note development and assist in-country teams with research and evaluation inputs.
F. Additional Responsibilities (5%)
Perform other MEL-related tasks as requested by the Signature Program Technical Director.
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Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Monitoring & Evaluation, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or a related field. A master’s degree is an added advantage.
Experience:
Minimum of 4 years (48 months) of experience in MEL, preferably in international development or nonprofit organizations.
Hands-on experience with data systems, results frameworks, adaptive learning, and digital MEL tools.
Key Competencies:
Accountability and professionalism
Innovation and adaptability
Strong analytical and reporting skills
Customer orientation and empathy
Capacity-building experience
Technical proficiency in GIS, Power BI, and digital data tools
Team-oriented with strong interpersonal and communication skills
Contract Type: 1-Year Consultancy
Location Flexibility: Based in Uganda or any Heifer Africa program country listed above.
