ASERD Ghana

Project Officer-Monitoring and Evaluation Officer at ASERD Ghana

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ASERD-GHANA is currently serving as a Member of the North East Regional Peace Council (NERPC), under the National Peace Council (NPC) of Ghana.

The organization’s mission is to strengthen the capacities of rural communities through socio-economic, Peaceful living, and livelihood empowerment activities to improve good Climate activities and sustainable standards of living in Ghana. ASERD-GHANA continues to uphold its core values of social equality, non-partisanship, honesty, transparency and accountability, teamwork, and grassroots involvement in achieving its mandates as a Development-oriented organization in Ghana.  The organization’s vision is that of a community, where the Rural Poor, the Marginalized, and Rural Women have a good standard of living and contribute Proactively to Equitable and Sustainable Community Development. 
As a Women and Youth Rights Organization (WRO), we are currently implementing donor-funded projects in the areas of Biodiversity and Climate Security in the Savanna and Northern Regions, and Sustainable peace and security projects in Preventing Violent Extremism (PVE) activities in the North East and Upper East Regions of Ghana.

ASERD GHANA is currently looking for an experienced candidate for a Project Officer-Monitoring and Evaluation Officer Position.

Job Description

  • Contract duration: 12 months renewable
  • Location: Tamale
  • Expected Start Date: 20th May 2024.

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Job Purpose and Key Responsibilities

Project Officer (Monitoring and Evaluation Officer)

  • To lead and manage the monitoring and evaluation activities of ASERDGHANA Projects, ensuring the project’s objectives are achieved and lessons learned are documented and integrated into ongoing work. Under the supervision of the Executive Director, he/she will perform the following duties:
  • Develop and supervise a Monitoring and Evaluation Plan for the action;
  • In collaboration with the program and technical staff, develop, implement, and periodically update a decentralized work plan.
  • Provide management and partners with necessary tools to ensure data is collected in an organized and verifiable manner;
  • Ensure that all relevant staff are mentored and trained in data collection, documentation and validation; 
  • Collaborate with stakeholders, including local communities and partners, to gather feedback and enhance project effectiveness.
  • Give databased evidence to the Executive Director to guide the implementation of activities;
  • Carry out data verification exercises at the various collection locations in the project regions; 
  • Carry out regular visits to project sites to oversee and ensure the efficient implementation of M&E activities;
  • Regular update of reporting formats to capture key results, challenges, lessons, success stories, and opportunities;
  • With key program staff and partners, ensure each of the action objectives and results are fully accomplished and meet the expected technical quality standards of the Donors 
  • Work with communities and other collaborating agencies to ensure that lessons of sound practice are documented and disseminated.
  • Ensure that M&E learning is incorporated into evolving program plans
  • Prepare and submit organizational Annual reports to the Executive Director 
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Required Skills or Experience

Qualifications and Competences

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Statistics, Development Studies, or a related field.
  • Specialization or additional training in monitoring and evaluation is highly desirable.
  • Professional experience
  • At least 3-5 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation, 
  • Experience in quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis methods.

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Skills

  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a multicultural environment.
  • Working Conditions:
  • The position may require travel to project sites, including areas with limited facilities.

How To Apply: Project Officer-Monitoring and Evaluation Officer at ASERD Ghana

  • Candidates should submit their application, including a detailed CV, Certificates, and cover letter, to info@aserdghana.org with the SUBJECT: JOB OFFER: Project Officer (Monitoring and Evaluation Officer)
  • Deadline to apply: May 7th, 2024

ASERD-GHANA recruitment policy encourages diversity and equality. It also aims to improve the representation of women within its workforce, female candidates are therefore strongly encouraged

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