Vacancy title:
Research, Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Research, Category: Admin & Office]

Jobs at:
Marie Stopes

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, April 14 2025

Duty Station:
kampala | Kampala | Uganda

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, March 31 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

The Role

Reporting to the Research Monitoring and Evaluation Lead, the purpose of this role is to support the effective implementation of measurement and analytical reporting for all MS service delivery channels and operations. S/he will support the development of holistic approaches to adaptive programming including data analysis to assess progress, identify areas for improvement and measure program outcomes and impact. S/he will ensure a robust and adequate M&E data system (e.g. using District Health Information System, Marietxt, CLIC etc) to enhance the collection, management and analysis of program data and to track and report progress towards achieving results. S/he will support the implementation of MS global evaluation tools (client exit interviews, IMPACT, M4QA). S/he will support all the staff in M&E functions and will support any M&E related activities in the program.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support for the development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems/frameworks.
• Support the development and implementation of program evaluations, assessments, special studies and operations research required by the project.
• Identify and implement appropriate systems solutions to improve efficiency, effectiveness and cost savings across MIS platforms
• Ensure data quality by conducting data quality assessments (DQAs) on all project indicators.
• Prepare reports, summaries, protocols, qualitative and quantitative analyses based on results to assist in informing adjustments in program implementation.
• Effective collaboration and coordination with all programmatic and operations teams to ensure regular collection of accurate data
• Ensure the continuous monitoring of program progress in close collaboration with donors and other implementing partners.
• Provide support, training and mentoring to other M&E staff.
• Effective management and implementation of existing MIS and MS global evaluation tools (client exit interviews, IMPACT, M4QA)

Knowledge and Experience

• At least two years of experience in designing and implementing monitoring and evaluation activities for complex programs
• Demonstrated analytical skills to measure the outcomes of the project’s activities and support project supervision.
• Research experience.
• Demonstrated skills in quantitative and qualitative data analysis and data management.
• Strong writing and organizational skills for monitoring and reporting on program and program outcomes and impacts.
• Experience in electronic database development and management
• Ability to communicate effectively to non-technical teams about MIS and database systems

Qualifications and Training (essential/desirable)

• Minimum degree in a relevant discipline, such as social science, public health, epidemiology, statistics, business, or development studies.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, and other MS Office software; data analysis software (such as MS Excel Power BI, SPSS or Stata).
• Demonstrated team player with effective cross-cultural interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of GIS and data management applications/platforms essential.

Personal Attributes

Successful performance at MS is not simply defined in terms of ‘what’ people achieve, but equally is about ‘how’ people go about their jobs and the impact that they have on others. We encourage and expect all team members will demonstrate the following behaviours:

• Initiative

Thinking ahead and taking action to make the most of opportunities by finding the optimum solution

• Innovative

Thinking creatively and outside of the box so that ideas generated create a positive outcome

• Effective Communication

Communicating through active listening and good questioning techniques, using appropriate body language, ensuring information is clear and concise.

• Responsive

Being responsive to changing priorities and demands

• Working Efficiently

Planning, prioritising and organising work to ensure work is accurate and deadlines are met

• Sharing Information

Sharing information and knowledge whilst maintaining confidentiality

• Focus on Learning

Taking responsibility for keeping knowledge and skills updated and for seeking opportunities to develop further

• Commitment

Awareness and understanding of goals, vision and values and how your role impacts on this and going the extra mile to meet role requirements

• Driven

Drive and determination to deliver results

• Accountable

Taking responsibility for appropriate decisions that you make, and the actions and behavior you demonstrate

• Embracing Change

Openness to embracing change within the organization and being able to adjust plans/activities accordingly

• Motivated

Motivation towards achieving quality results to maximize potential

• Team Player

Working as part of a team by being supportive, flexible and showing respect for each other.

Team Member Behaviors

Work as One MS

• You contribute, use, and share accurate data and evidence to improve understanding, insight and decision-making across MS, enabling us to maximize our ability to influence others.
• You share relevant knowledge, expertise and resources to strengthen teamwork and prevent duplication of effort.
• You actively work as part of a team, providing support and flexibility to colleagues, demonstrating fairness, understanding and respect for all people and cultures.

Show courage, authenticity and integrity

• You hold yourself accountable for the decisions you make and the behaviors you demonstrate.
• You are courageous in challenging others and taking appropriate managed risks.

Develop and grow

• You seek feedback to enable greater self-awareness and provide the same to others in a way which inspires them to be even more effective.
• You manage your career development including keeping your knowledge and skills up to date.

Deliver excellence, always

• You strive to consistently meet and exceed expectations, putting clients at the centre of everything, and implement smarter, more efficient ways of performing your role.
• You build and maintain effective long-term working relationships with all stakeholders, and are a true MS ambassador.

Leadership (For Leaders only)

• You inspire individuals and teams, through situational leadership, providing clear direction.
• You seek and provide opportunities which motivate team members, helping to develop skills and potential whilst strengthening our talent and succession pipeline.
• You are aware of emerging developments in our sector, demonstrating strategic insight about our clients and business and encourage this in your team.
• You articulate a vision of the future which inspires and excites others.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

• Submit your cover letter, CV, and academic documents as a single PDF file.
• Include the job title "Research, Monitoring and Evaluation Officer" in the subject line of your email.
• Send your application to jobs@mariestopes.or.ug.
• Deadline: 14th April 2025

1. Msug is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding humanity and expects all position holders to share this commitment.
2. Msug has a well-guided and transparent recruitment process that requires no payment or sexual favours from any candidate/job applicants/potential job seekers as a pre-employment requirement.
3. Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

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