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Uganda
Full Time
About the Organisation
Bishop Stuart University (BSU) is a renowned Christian institution dedicated to providing high-quality education while nurturing personal, academic, and spiritual growth. With a mission to empower students through affordable, innovative, and transformative education, BSU has earned a reputation for academic excellence, integrity, and community-focused initiatives. The university fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, offering its staff opportunities for growth, continuous professional development, and a supportive environment that values diversity and respect.
BSU offers a variety of academic programs and job opportunities, with work arrangements that are flexible and conducive to the needs of both students and faculty. Established in 1994, BSU has evolved from a small college to a fully-fledged university, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The university embraces innovation in teaching, research, and the integration of technology into its curriculum, ensuring students are equipped for the dynamic global workforce. BSU has a significant presence in Uganda, with a growing number of students and alumni making an impact locally and internationally.
The university is committed to core values such as integrity, excellence, stewardship, and social responsibility, which guide its operations and interactions. Through various community outreach programs, BSU engages in corporate social responsibility initiatives that contribute to education, healthcare, and sustainable development. For more information, visit www.bsu.ac.ug.
The refugee and Host Community Youth Empowerment and Transformation Initiative (RETI) program is implemented by a consortium of Nine partners led by Muni University and in collaboration with Mastercard Foundation to address unemployment challenges faced by young people aged 15 –35 years in 15 refugee-hosting districts in Uganda. The program will directly reach 100,000 (60,000 female) and aims to transition 70,000 (42,000 female) young people into work. The lead Partner is Muni University, and other partners are Gulu University, Bishop Stuart University; Finn Church Aid, Dan Church Aid, and Community Empowerment for Rural Development, PALM Corps, Meeting Point Kitgum, and Young African Refugees for Integral Development.
Bishop Stuart University (BSU), a private, not-for-profit educational institution established by the Ankole Diocese of the Province of the Anglican Church of Uganda to provide Christian-based higher education, training, research and outreach for the expansion of God’s kingdom, human knowledge and the betterment of society. BSU is a Ugandan university that is academically excellent, innovative in research, critically engaged with society and demographically representative. Bishop Stuart University’s (BSU) mission is; To produce multi-sectoral leaders/operators who know the way, show the way and go the way: BSU is implementing the RETI Project in three districts of Kamwenge, Isingiro and Kikuube.
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Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer job at Bishop Stuart University (BSU)
Bishop Stuart University (BSU)
Job Description
POSITION: MONITORING, EVALUATION AND LEARNING OFFICER (MEL) (1)
REPORTS: PROJECT MANAGERDUTY
STATION: BISHOP STUART UNIVERSITY MAIN CAMPUS
Bishop Stuart University, therefore, invites applications from suitable qualified candidates to fill the positions below:
Main duties and responsibilities:
The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer will be responsible for the design, coordination and implementation of the monitoring and evaluation, research, and learning framework of the Refugee and Host Community Youth Empowerment and Transformation Initiative (RETI) implemented by Bishop Stuart University. He/she will develop a systematic monitoring framework to improve the qualitative and quantitative evidence gathered by the RETI Project. He/she will also provide technical assistance to the Project Assistants and or other consortium members, particularly in relation to monitoring, and reporting of RETI
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Specific Duties
Assist in the revision of the project log frame matrix, particularly in the areas of performance indicators and their measurement;
Assist in the development of the project’s quarterly and annual work plans and keep it updated in accordance with project activities and timeframes as relevant.
Develop the overall framework, for project M&E, for example, mid-term project review, impact assessment, final evaluation, and develop a project Performance Monitoring Plan with relevant data collection systems.
Review the quality of existing data in the project subject areas, the methods of collecting it, and the degree to which it will provide good baseline statistics for impact evaluation.
Participate in the baseline survey for the RETI Project
Develop a plan for project-related capacity-building on M&E and for any computer-based support that may be required.
Support project proposal development for Bishop Stuart University
Track feedback and complaints tracking system of the RETI Project
Organize and undertake training on M&E as required.
Implementation of M&E and coordination:
Collect data regularly to measure achievement against the performance indicators.
Check data quality with the Project Assistants.
Maintain and administer the M&E database; analyse and aggregate findings.
Support project progress reporting, project mid-term review and final evaluation.
Identify lessons learned and develop case studies to capture qualitative outputs of the project.
Provide advice to the supervisor on improving project performance using M&E findings.
Communication
Produce reports on M&E findings and prepare presentations based on M&E data as required.
Provide the Project Manager with management information she/he may require.
Check that monitoring data are discussed in appropriate forums and in a timely fashion in terms of implications for future action. If necessary, create such discussions to fill any gap.
Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Project Manager and the Vice-Chancellor
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Education:
First-level university degree in statistics, demographics, public policy, international development, economics, or related field.
Advanced certificate in M&E, statistics or economics preferred.
A Postgraduate Diploma in Monitoring and Evaluation will be an added advantage.
Experience
Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in an M&E position responsible for implementing M&E activities of international development projects.
Experience in designing, implementing, and operating project M&E systems from project initiation to closeout stages.
Experience in designing and managing beneficiary monitoring and database systems.
Experience in strategic planning and performance measurement, including indicator selection, target setting, reporting, database management, and developing M&E and performance monitoring plans.
Knowledge of the major evaluation methodologies (e.g. qualitative, quantitative, mixed-method, and impact) and data collection and analysis methodologies.
Experience in planning and managing surveys.
Experience in developing and refining data collection tools.
Experience with data quality assessments and oversight.
Experience in managing and providing training to staff and target beneficiaries.
Ability to facilitate and serve as project liaison for externally-managed evaluations.
Languages: Excellent written and spoken command of English.
Competencies
Good knowledge of programme implementation, monitoring and evaluation techniques and practices.
Familiarity with impact assessment an advantage
Familiarity with some of the substantive issues handled in programme/project management.
Good knowledge and experience regarding gender mainstreaming.
Good moderation, facilitation and training skills.
Demonstrated ability to liaise and negotiate with private sector, government and other partners.
Ability to perform a variety of conceptual analyses required for the formulation, administration and evaluation of projects.
Excellent analytical skills.
Ability to work in a team and good interpersonal skills.
Good computer application skills.
Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision.
Ability to work under time pressure and meet deadlines.
Ability to work in diversified environmen
How to Apply
Applicants must be of strong faith and integrity.
Interested candidates should submit five (5) copies of the typed application letters together with the latest copies of their curriculum vitae and academic qualifications (clearly indicating the position applied for) to the address below not later than Friday, 6th December 2024.
To: The University Secretary
Bishop Stuart University
P.O. Box 09, Mbarara
Please Note that: Only the shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
For any further information please contact the University Secretary’s Office – Tel. +256 784 043739 or email us@bsu.ac.ug
NOTE: Bishop Stuart University is an equal opportunity employer. Women and persons with disability are encouraged to apply. Any form of solicitation or lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification. For complaints or feedback, call toll-free on; 0800300304 or WhatsApp +256 753 996870, or email: reti_complaints@muni.ac.ug
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