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Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
About the Organisation
Action Against Hunger-Uganda is a vital branch of the global humanitarian organization, Action Against Hunger, dedicated to fighting hunger and malnutrition in Uganda. The organization has a strong presence in the country, implementing comprehensive programs aimed at addressing the root causes of hunger and improving the nutritional status of vulnerable populations.
Action Against Hunger-Uganda focuses on a multi-sectoral approach that integrates nutrition, food security, water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), and health interventions. These programs are designed to provide immediate relief to those in need while also promoting long-term sustainable development. The organization’s nutrition programs include therapeutic feeding centers and community-based initiatives that provide life-saving treatment to children suffering from severe acute malnutrition.
In the realm of food security, Action Against Hunger-Uganda works to enhance agricultural productivity and resilience among local communities. The organization provides training and resources to smallholder farmers, helping them adopt improved farming practices and diversify their livelihoods. This support aims to increase food production, improve household incomes, and reduce vulnerability to food shortages.
Water, sanitation, and hygiene are critical components of Action Against Hunger-Uganda's efforts to prevent malnutrition and improve overall health. The organization implements projects that ensure access to clean water, build sanitation facilities, and promote hygiene education. These initiatives help to reduce the incidence of waterborne diseases and create healthier living environments for communities.
Health interventions by Action Against Hunger-Uganda focus on strengthening local health systems and increasing access to essential healthcare services. The organization collaborates with local health authorities to train healthcare workers, improve healthcare infrastructure, and ensure the availability of essential medicines and supplies. These efforts contribute to better health outcomes and support the overall well-being of the population.
Job Title
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Lead job at Action Against Hunger
Job Description
The MEL Director will develop and manage comprehensive MEL systems to track program progress, measure impact, and apply learning to enhance program effectiveness and sustainability.
Duties and Responsibilities
Develop and implement the program’s MEL framework and plan, including systems for capturing and utilizing data for decision-making and reporting.
Lead baseline, midterm, and end-line evaluations, and oversee regular operational monitoring activities
Design and manage information systems to track and report on program indicators across various components and objectives
Develop and implement the program’s MEL framework and plan, including systems for capturing and utilizing data for decision-making and reporting.
Lead baseline, midterm, and end-line evaluations, and oversee regular operational monitoring activities.
Design and manage information systems to track and report on program indicators across various components and objectives.
Facilitate learning through regular data reviews, promoting adjustments in program strategies and approaches as necessary.
Build capacity of staff and partners in MEL principles and practices, ensuring consistency and quality in all data management activities.
Supervise MEL staff, providing guidance and professional development support.
Coordinate with external evaluators and ensure compliance with all USAID evaluation requirements and standards.
Prepare and deliver high-quality reports on program progress and impact for USAID and other stakeholders.
Cross-Sector Integration with Protection Mainstreaming: Collaborate with project teams to ensure the seamless integration of social protection strategies and the Graduation Approach across all program activities. Employ basic knowledge of protection mainstreaming to enhance alignment with national frameworks and boost the resilience and food security of target communities.
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Qualifications and Competencies
Master’s degree or above in a quantitative or relevant field such as evaluation, economics, agricultural/development economics, statistics, biostatistics, nutrition, social science or international development, with significant training in quantitative methods.
Minimum of eight years of professional experience in MEL roles, with substantial experience in managing MEL activities for USAID-funded or similar international development programs, with at least five years in similar international humanitarian and development contexts
Demonstrated experience in leading the M&E of large, multi-sectoral awards, including knowledge of Theories of Change, logic models, food security indicators, M&E plans, data quality assurance, data utilization, and integrating gender and youth considerations into M&E activities.
Experience with randomized controlled trials (RCT), either as a member of an implementing organization evaluated by an RCT or as a member of a research team conducting an RCT is strongly preferred.
Experience with USAID Collaborating, Learning, and Adapting (CLA) approaches, policies and guidelines.
Required Skills & Experience
Demonstrated expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methods, MEL system design, impact evaluation, survey and sample design, and experience with M&E for graduation, adaptive social protection, or other multi-sectoral programs.
Proven ability to lead a team in a multi-disciplinary and multicultural environment.
Strong analytical and communication skills, with proficiency in statistical software and MEL technology platforms.
Experience in training and capacity building in MEL.
Fluency in English is required; proficiency in other languages spoken in Uganda is an advantage.
Willingness to be based in the closest major city to the implementation area and spend approximately 50% of the time in the RFSA implementation areas, ensuring routine visibility on programming.
How to Apply
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