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Planning, Monitoring, Evaluations & Learning (PMEL) Specialist 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 Planning, Monitoring, Evaluations & Learning (PMEL) Specialist 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.
Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
Job Title
Planning, Monitoring, Evaluations & Learning (PMEL) Specialist job at The Agency for Accelerated Regional Development (AFARD)
The Agency for Accelerated Regional Development (AFARD)
Job Description
Reporting to the Program Director and supported by an independent MERL partner, the PMEL Specialist will develop and oversee the implementation of a comprehensive PMEL framework tailored to the consortium’s theory of change. The role involves designing digital MIS tools, managing all stages of the evaluation process, facilitating learning events, and ensuring that feedback mechanisms are functional and actionable. The Specialist will also build partner capacity in monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems and be the key liaison with the Mastercard Foundation M&E team.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
MEL System Development
Design and implement a PMEL framework aligned to the program theory of change and results framework.
Develop an integrated digital MIS to streamline data collection and reporting.
Data Collection and Analysis
Create guidelines and protocols for accurate and timely data collection, management, and analysis.
Lead the process of data analysis and visualization for tracking trends and informing decision-making.
Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning
Lead periodic planning sessions and ensure alignment of outputs and budgets.
Oversee implementation of key evaluation activities including baseline, midterm, and endline assessments.
Accountability and Feedback Mechanisms
Set up feedback and complaint systems for beneficiaries and partners.
Support leadership to use feedback for adaptive program management.
Learning and Knowledge Management
Facilitate partner learning and reflection sessions to capture lessons learned.
Convene annual consortium-wide learning and knowledge-sharing events.
Reporting and Communication
Develop standardized tools and train staff on usage.
Compile routine progress reports highlighting results, challenges, and key insights.
Communicate M&E findings internally and externally in collaboration with the CNS team.
Capacity Building
Conduct regular training, mentoring, and coaching for consortium partners on PMEL methodologies and tools.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Quantitative Economics, or Monitoring and Evaluation. A Master’s degree is an added advantage.
Postgraduate diploma in Project Planning and Management is a must.
Minimum 5 years of experience in leading PMEL functions at the consortium level, managing staff, consultants, and partners.
Expertise in both qualitative and quantitative data management tools including SPSS, STATA, Excel, Power BI.
Demonstrated proficiency in research design, data collection, analysis, and reporting.
Familiarity with participatory M&E approaches and feedback mechanisms.
Excellent analytical, reporting, and communication skills.
Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities across diverse partners.
Fluent in English (written and spoken).
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.
