Related Jobs
.jpg)
.jpeg)
Related Jobs
_edited.png)
Related Jobs
%20LOGO.jpeg)
Share this Job
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer job at The Agency for Accelerated Regional Development (AFARD) | Apply Now
Are you looking for Monitoring and Evaluation jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Monitoring and Evaluation Officer job at The Agency for Accelerated Regional Development (AFARD)
About the Organisation
The Agency for Accelerated Regional Development (AFARD), in partnership with six implementing organizations — African Agribusiness Incubation Network (AAIN), Omia Agribusiness, Agromax, Tropical Institute of Development Innovations (TRIDI), Uganda Rural Development and Training Institute (URDT), and Gudie Leisure Farm (GLF) — and in collaboration with the Mastercard Foundation, will implement a transformative five-year program titled “Sustainable Inclusive Youth Employment Pathways (SIYEP)”.
The SIYEP program is part of the Young Africa Works Strategy and aims to tackle youth unemployment among young women in West Nile, Karamoja, Acholi, Central, and Western Uganda. The initiative targets to directly reach 258,000 young women, including 7% refugees and 5% young women with disabilities (YWWDs). The goal is to transition 90% of participants into employment, and ensure 70% secure dignified and fulfilling work.
Key interventions will include institutional capacity building, market-relevant training, skilling, incubation, and improved access to capital and markets. Implementation will engage Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions, local artisans, and incubation centers, working closely with both local and central government entities such as:
Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES)
Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development (MoGLSD)
National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)
Uganda Business and Technical Examinations Board (UBTEB)
Directorate of Industrial Training (DIT)
Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS)
Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB)
Uganda Revenue Authority (URA)
NGOs, CBOs, and existing Young Africa Works partners
AFARD is seeking qualified and competent professionals to fill the positions listed below.
Nebbi, Uganda
Full Time
Job Title
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer job at The Agency for Accelerated Regional Development (AFARD)
The Agency for Accelerated Regional Development (AFARD)
Job Description
Reporting to the Programs Manager and supported by the SIYEP PMEL Specialist, the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will lead the implementation of the program’s PMEL framework. They will provide technical and operational support to ensure accurate and timely data collection and analysis, foster accountability and feedback mechanisms, and facilitate learning for continuous improvement. The officer will be a key player in documenting program impact and ensuring inclusivity in monitoring processes, particularly regarding gender, disability, and safeguarding concerns.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Data Collection and Analysis
Integrate PMEL activities into daily program implementation.
Train project staff on SIYEP’s PMEL framework.
Collect data across all program components and ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness.
Analyze and visualize data to track implementation and financial performance, identify trends, and produce actionable insights.
Accountability and Feedback Mechanisms
Establish and manage feedback and complaint systems for participants and stakeholders.
Support the Program Manager in ensuring feedback is effectively addressed.
Learning and Knowledge Management
Organize regular learning and reflection sessions to gather lessons learned, best practices, and challenges from project staff.
Reporting and Communication
Produce regular progress reports highlighting achievements, challenges, and lessons.
Collaborate with the Communications and Networking Specialist (CNS) to share PMEL findings internally and externally.
SERVICES
COMMERCIAL
SERVICES
INDUSTRIAL
SERVICES
RESIDENTIAL
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Quantitative Economics, or Monitoring and Evaluation.
A postgraduate diploma in Project Planning and Management or Data Management is an added advantage.
At least 3 years of hands-on experience in monitoring, evaluation, and learning, particularly in donor-funded or consortium-based projects.
Proficiency in data analysis tools such as SPSS, STATA, Excel, and Power BI.
Strong skills in both qualitative and quantitative data collection, analysis, and reporting.
Experience in conducting surveys, evaluations, and assessments.
Knowledge of participatory MEL approaches and feedback mechanisms.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
How to Apply
Application Guidelines
Interested applicants should submit the following documents as one combined PDF file:
A signed application letter
A two-page motivation letter
Copies of relevant academic and experience credentials
A comprehensive CV with names and daytime contacts of three referees
Daytime phone contact numbers
All applications must be addressed to:
The Human Resources Office
And sent via email to procurement@afard.net no later than May 23, 2025, at 5:00 PM.
Please indicate the position applied for in the subject line of your email.
Important Notes:
Qualified female candidates and refugees are strongly encouraged to apply.
Only complete applications will be considered.
Applicants must be available for immediate engagement.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Successful applicants must undergo comprehensive screening, including checks for criminal records, child protection violations, sexual abuse, exploitation, and harassment. By applying, you consent to these checks.
