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Programme Officer (Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E))

Description

We are seeking a Programme Officer (Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)) to join our team in Nairobi, Kenya.

The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing the M&E aspects of the Better Regional Migration Management (BRMM) programme, which aims to strengthen labour migration governance, promote fair and ethical recruitment, and enhance the protection of migrant workers and their families in the East and Horn of Africa.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the development, updating, and implementation of the project M&E plan, results framework, data collection tools, and monitoring procedures.
  • Provide technical M&E support to implementing missions, including guidance on data collection, activity monitoring, and reporting requirements.
  • Collect, consolidate, analyze, and use monitoring data to track progress against agreed indicators and inform programme decisions.
  • Prepare biannual and annual reports, compiling and verifying inputs from implementing missions and ensuring alignment with donor requirements.
  • Conduct monitoring visits to assess progress, verify reported results, and provide guidance on M&E processes.
  • Design and conduct surveys, outcome monitoring exercises, and impact assessments to support programme learning and accountability.

Requirements:

  • Master's degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Statistics, Economics, Public Policy, Migration Studies, International Relations, Law, or a related field.
  • At least two years of relevant professional experience in M&E, with experience in leading M&E functions for complex projects.
  • Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to present M&E findings clearly and provide practical guidance to implementing missions.
  • Fluency in English is required, with working knowledge of another official UN language or a relevant East and Horn of Africa language being an advantage.

What We Offer:

  • A competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunity to work on a flagship programme promoting humane and orderly migration.
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment.

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and experienced M&E professional looking to make a difference in the field of migration, please submit your application by [insert date].

Skills

Required

  • Monitoring and Evaluation
  • Development Studies
  • Social Sciences
  • Statistics
  • Economics
  • Public Policy
  • Migration Studies
  • International Relations
  • Law

Nice to have

  • Project Cycle Management
  • Results-Based Management
  • data analysis
  • research methods
  • impact assessment
  • labour migration
  • migrant protection
  • ethical recruitment
  • bilateral labour migration agreements
  • skills mobility

Ready to apply?

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