Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer

Job Advert Summary

(This is a 59-month fixed term contract position based in Cape Town)

WWF is the world’s largest and most respected independent conservation organisation, with over 6 million supporters and a global network active in over 100 countries. WWF's mission is to stop the degradation of the Earth's natural environment and to build a future in which humans live in harmony with nature, by conserving the world's biological diversity, ensuring that the use of renewable natural resources is sustainable, and promoting the reduction of pollution and wasteful consumption.

WWF South Africa is a national office that is part of the WWF network. We are a local NGO that has worked for 50 years with the aim of inspiring all South Africans to live in harmony with nature, for the benefit of our country and the wellbeing of all our people. WWFs work is for nature, for you.

Our work is challenging and exciting and we love what we do. To join our team, you need to be brilliant at what you do, passionate, results-orientated and have a positive attitude.

BACKGROUND:

The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will play a key role in supporting the implementation of effective and efficient monitoring and evaluation for GEF8 and other selected project(s) to align to organisational performance and donor reporting. Reporting to the MEL Manager and Programme Manager the position focuses on implementing the project MEL Framework, data collection and management, developing and managing data collection tools, developing specific data sets and providing technical support for reporting in both the GEF8 and other selected projects.

The MEL officer role is allocated 70% to the GEF8 project with the remaining 30% to be allocated to selected projects as decided by the MEL Manager.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree in Monitoring & Evaluation, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience (3+ years) in project monitoring and evaluation, data analysis and management, or research.
• Strong knowledge of M&E methodologies, including quantitative and qualitative data collection techniques.
• Experience in donor reporting and alignment with funding requirements.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and partner organisations
• A distinct interest in supporting the social and ecological interface in conservation and environmental management is a key advantage;
• Independent thinking and working capabilities with the ability to deliver results while managing competing priorities under tight deadlines
• A distinct awareness, respect, appreciation and openness to engaging difference and diversity;
• Computer literacy in word processing (MS Word), spread sheets (Excel), databases, email and presentations (MS PowerPoint)
• Proficiency in M&E tools and data analysis tools
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both oral and written

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support WWF project team(s) and partner organisations to collect data for monitoring and evaluation for the selected projects and WWF South Africa’s Environmental Programme performance and reporting
• Co-Develop the MEL framework with the Project/Programme Manager and MEL Manager
• Develop data collection tools as required
• Work with teams to develop a structured programme for data collection
• Provide support to the Project Manager to monitor project implementation progress
• Support the Programme/Project Manager to Collect, collate and manage monitoring and evaluation data
• Ensure accuracy and consistency in data collection processes across selected projects
• Participate in the development of data standards and verification
• Assist Project Manager to refine the progress and performance/impact indicators of the project
• Work closely with project teams to align M&E frameworks with donor requirements
• Manage data quality control procedures to ensure accuracy and consistency

• Process data into required insights and trends in the form of visuals, such as graphs, maps, tables, etc.
• Support the PMU to compile bi-annual and Project Implementation Review narrative reports as per the GEF 8 project MEL Plan
• Self-assess the quality of the MEL of the project in the PIR for review and assessment by the National Project Steering Committee
• Compile reports that align to WWF SA Organisational MEL Framework and reporting requirements
• Analyse collected data using appropriate statistical methods to assess program effectiveness and identify trends

• Provide technical assistance to project teams on data collection and M&E best practices
• Assist with capacity building sessions for staff and partners on M&E methodologies, tools and knowledge sharing