Monitoring Evaluation & Learning Advisor

SNV is a mission-driven global development partner, rooted in the contexts and societies where we work. Inspired by the transformational principles and objectives set out by the SDGs, we are committed to building resilient Agri-food systems that deliver food security and adequate nutrition; to increasing the reliability and availability of water and sanitation at an acceptable quantity and quality; and to improving access to affordable and sustainable energy for all. In doing so, we aim to strengthen institutions, markets and effective governance within and across the agri-food, energy, and water sectors, reducing gender inequalities and barriers to social inclusion, and enabling adaptation and mitigation to the climate and biodiversity crises.
We are one team of over 1,600 people, the vast majority of whom come from the contexts where we work, in more than 20 countries in Africa and Asia. In Kenya SNV operates through a decentralised approach with a country office in Nairobi and regional offices in Nanyuki, Kakuma and Eldoret. Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to who we are, and what we do. This is reflected in our vision and mission, and strategy, which sets out our aspirations and commitments as our compass towards 2030. For more information on our operations in Kenya and SNV visit our website: www.snv.org

Project information
SNV is implementing a program that will work at the nexus of regenerative agriculture (RA) and productive use of renewable energy areas (PURE). It builds on a shared philosophy between SNV and its partners to accelerate the transition towards a more equitable, secure, and sustainable future where people and the planet can thrive. The programme applies an innovative hybrid implementation model where it leverages existing initiatives and expertise within the ecosystem and connects actors to facilitate processes and encourage synergies; it has an overall objective to achieve systems transformation within the RA-PURE nexus space. The programme is therefore not a traditional one but seeks to identify and work with partners already operating within the RA and/or PURE nexus space. SNV seeks to build a movement with and through its partners – in Kenya, but also the wider East Africa region – with SNV’s role being one of facilitation and coordination. The program will have three intervention pathways of LEARN: Practice-based learning and evidence, LINK: Action-oriented collaboration among system actors and LEVERAGE: Through these pathways, the program seeks to facilitate a new way of working to achieve an integrated, sustainable and resilient agri-food system; to leverage additional funding and resources; and to improve people’s lives and livelihoods in Kenya. The program will be implemented in 7 Counties in Kenya, which include: Uasin Gishu, Bungoma, Kakamega, Busia, Nakuru, Kericho, Nandi. 
 

The MEL Advisor (Systems Transformation) is responsible for leading the overall MEL framework (development and implementation) as well as the institutionalisation of systems transformation thinking within the core team and among partners. They will be responsible for leading the design and evaluation of the programme (baseline, mid-line, and end-line evaluations), ensuring the integration of systems thinking throughout and stimulating this within the project team and implementing partners. They will provide close guidance and support to SoC Kenya programme partners to implement the innovative MEL framework developed for this unique programme and steer the partner staff in data collection and analysis processes. They will work closely with the SoC Kenya Programme Manager and Pathway Leads to track the programme’s progress, capture learnings, and supply relevant data to inform adaptive management decisions. They support the team by providing clarity on the programme’s MEL requirements, balancing donor and organisational requirements with the requirements to steer a systems transformation driven programme, and the effective application of relevant MEL tools. They support capacity building and learning initiatives for the programme team and implementing partners, including the organisation of learning exchange visits, relevant training sessions, and developing Planning Monitoring and Evaluation (PME) learning briefs. The aim is to underpin evidence-based project design, execution and learning in the project.

Job Description

• Develop the MEL framework and information system to track delivery against targets, outcomes, and impacts. He/she will lead analysis of data collected by implementing partners for assessment of progress (on-the-ground and at system level) to measure the programme’s progress towards strategic outcome areas as well as to capture learnings and inform adaptive management.
• Maintaining a high-level and strategic overview of the programme’s progress and engaging with other RA-PURE nexus programmes in East Africa to continuously refine programme strategies and monitoring efforts.
• Direct engagement with programme implementation partners to build their understanding and capacities of the programme’s ToC, MEL framework, and data collection tools, and accordingly actively ensuring the collection of high-quality data by programme partners.
• He/she will also support PME capacity building and learning activities for SoC Programme staff.
• Lead the collection and documentation of programme learnings by organising in and cross-country learning events and exchange visits and capturing these learnings in the form of knowledge products (including case studies, learning briefs, best practice documents, and success stories).He/she will guide reporting processes amongst technical staff and consolidate program reports, promote learning and knowledge sharing on best practices and lessons learned.Collect, consolidate and review impact results at corporate level in coordination with the Project Manager. Manage the corporate level results database and support distribution of planned and actual results to management. Supports Sector and Country teams with use of global harmonised indicator (GHI) data on request

• A master’s degree in Statistics, Qualitative Economics, Social Studies, International development, or related disciplines is required.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in programmes in areas of MEL.
• Familiarity with donor and SNV reporting requirements
• Demonstrated skills in quantitative data analysis, data management and in the presentation of results for the identification of best practices and to inform decision-making
• Proficiency in using databases and statistical software is required (e.g. SPSS or EPI-Info, STATA, LogAlto) as well as strong skills in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and mobile technologies to report data
• Demonstrated commitment to Gender Equity and Social Inclusion (GESI)
• Willingness to travel to all program locations, including remote areas.

Additional requirements: 
Conceptual thinking: Having and gaining insight into situations, problems and processes. Deconstructing problems and systematically investigating the various components.
Coaching: Encouraging and guiding employees in order to make their performance more effective and to enhance their self-perception and problem-solving skills.  
Focus on quality: Setting high quality standards and striving for continuous improvement and quality assurance.
Result orientation: The ability to take direct action in order to attain or exceed objectives.
Persuasiveness: The ambition to win over other people for one’s views and ideas and to generate support.
 

How To Apply

The application file containing the following documents should consolidated in one PDF file & submitted to the Country Director via our recruitment portal - via Smart Recruiters, no later than 26 February 2025. 

The application file includes Motivation letter, updated CV which has 3 professional references, including current and previous direct supervisors with their full names, phone number and email address.

Shortlisting

Shortlisting and interviews will be done on rolling basis until the position is filled. Therefore, qualified and interested candidates are highly recommended to submit their applications as soon as they can.  Only applicants fulfilling the above requirements will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within one month from the submission date of your application, consider your application unsuccessful.

Working at SNV 

SNV is a great place to work and prides itself on its comprehensive benefits package.  We offer competitive salaries and a dynamic inclusive work environment.

SNV is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, and requires affirmative action to ensure equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment.  This is also to include inquiry about, disclosing, or discussing their compensation or the compensation of other applicants or employees.

SNV offers a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from, and contribute to, an internal and global network of experts. For more information on SNV, please refer to our website: www.snv.org

Vetting

SNV carries out rigorous background and reference checks concerning possible safeguarding incidents for all candidates applying for International determined positions. As SNV participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, all reference checks include a request to past employers to fill in a questionnaire regarding Misconduct (sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment), the “Statement of Conduct". This Statement of Conduct adopts the definitions used in the Scheme.  

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