Program Manager-Monitoring & Evaluation (PM- M &E)

Under the supervision of the Project Director, the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Specialist will play a critical role in monitoring and evaluating the RIGHTS project to ensure the achievement of its development objectives. The incumbent will be responsible for developing, implementing, and refining the M&E components of the project, with a focus on creating adaptive strategies that support the project's aims of improving the lives of persons with disabilities and their families.

Key Responsibilities:

1. M&E Plan Development:

• Develop and implement a detailed Monitoring and Evaluation plan (M&E) tailored to project activities.
• Design appropriate M&E tools and support the DWDA in launching these as part of project implementation.

1. Adaptive Learning:

• Create an innovative and adaptive M&E framework that enables DWDA to learn from pilot experiences and prepare for state-wide implementation.

1. Tool Creation:

• Develop new tools and frameworks suitable for state-level project execution.

1. Strategic Monitoring:

• Formulate a strategic monitoring plan that includes creative citizen engagement strategies, involving Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) for community-based monitoring.

1. Experience in Large-Scale Projects:

• Bring prior experience in large-scale World Bank projects, focusing on creating and initiating M&E plans, with an understanding of challenges in establishing new M&E structures.

1. Planning and Review Indicators:

• Develop both strategic long-term and short-term plans with review and outcome indicators.

1. Tool Development and Dissemination:

• Lead the development and dissemination of new methodologies and tools for the project staff and Directorate team.

1. Work-Plan and Log Frame:

• Create a comprehensive work-plan/log frame to guide implementation, establishing effective monitoring systems to track progress.

1. Participatory M&E System:

• Assist in developing a participatory M&E system for the project, including IT tools for data collection and analysis.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in Monitoring and Evaluation, particularly in large-scale projects.
• Strong understanding of the challenges of implementing M&E frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience with community engagement and participatory methods is a plus.