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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Vacancy Number: MOA/MELS/006/26 Date of Issuance: August 3, 2026 Application Deadline: August 25, 2026, 5:00 p.m. (GMT) Subject: Vacancy Announcement Dear Prospective Applicants: The Ministry of Agriculture (MoA) invites qualified individuals to apply for the position below. No. Position Number of vacancies 1. Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Specialist 5 Applications must meet all requirements in this Vacancy Announcement. Incomplete, unsigned, or late applications will not be considered. Applicants should keep copies of all submitted documents for their records. The Ministry of Agriculture will assess applications based on the qualifications, experience, and competencies specified in this Vacancy Announcement. The Ministry promotes diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity and encourages qualified individuals, including women, youth, and persons with disabilities who meet the minimum qualifications and job requirements to apply. The Ministry reserves the right not to make an appointment under this Vacancy Announcement or to cancel the recruitment process at any stage without liability. The Ministry will not reimburse any costs applicants incur in preparing or submitting their applications. Any questions regarding this Vacancy Announcement should be submitted in writing to the Human Resources Department at: [email protected] Sincerely, Agatha Mangou Director of Human Resources 1 POSITION DESCRIPTION MONITORING, EVALUATION AND LEARNING SPECIALIST SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIP The incumbent reports to the Regional Agriculture Coordinator and works closely with County Agriculture Coordinators, District Agriculture Officers, and other Regional Specialists. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY The incumbent has no direct supervisory responsibility but provides technical guidance, mentoring, and advisory support to Ministry staff and stakeholders involved in data collection and analysis. INTERNAL/ EXTERNAL FUNCTIONAL • Ministry of Agriculture Planning, Technical and Extension RELATIONS Departments • Research institutions • MoA Project Implementation Units • Development partners • Private sector actors • Cooperatives and farmer organizations ISSUANCE DATE August 3, 2026 APPLICATION DEADLINE August 25, 2026, 5:00 p.m. (GMT) POSITION SUMMARY The Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Specialist leads the design, implementation, and ongoing improvement of the regional MEL system to support evidence-based planning, program implementation, performance measurement, and decision-making. The position oversees data collection, quality assurance, analysis, reporting, and database management. It also provides technical guidance and capacity building to Ministry staff and partners. The role supports monitoring, evaluation, learning, knowledge management, and the development of information systems and dashboards to improve program performance, accountability, and organizational learning. KEY RESULT AREAS • Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Systems • Performance Monitoring and Reporting • Data Quality, Information Management, and Evidence-Based Decision-Making • Program Evaluation and Impact Assessment • Knowledge Management, Learning, and Adaptive Management • Accountability and Stakeholder Reporting 2 MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES a. GENERAL MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES: • Lead the design, implementation, and improvement of the regional Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) system to support planning, program implementation, performance measurement, and evidence-based decision-making; • Coordinate the collection, management, analysis, quality assurance, and reporting of program performance data to monitor progress, assess results, and ensure compliance with Ministry and partner reporting requirements; • Provide technical guidance and capacity building to Ministry staff, county teams, project personnel, and implementing partners on MEL frameworks, data collection methodologies, performance indicators, and reporting standards; • Plan, coordinate, and support baseline studies, routine monitoring, data quality assessments, evaluations, and learning activities. Ensure findings and recommendations are integrated into program planning and implementation; • Develop and maintain comprehensive regional agricultural information systems and databases. Ensure accuracy, integrity, accessibility, and timely dissemination of program and stakeholder information; and • Promote organizational learning, knowledge management, and adaptive management by documenting, sharing, and applying lessons learned, best practices, innovations, and success stories to improve program effectiveness and policy development. • Maintain database of all farmers, NGOs and other partners in the region of assignment; updated monthly, quarterly and annually. b. CORE TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES: • Develop a systematic monitoring framework to improve the qualitative and quantitative evidence gathered from the field by MOA and partners. • Develop monitoring and evaluation frameworks, plans, and indicators for projects or programs. • Design data collection tools, surveys, and methodologies to gather qualitative and quantitative data. • Implement data collection activities, including surveys, interviews, focus group discussions, and observations. • Analyze data using statistical and qualitative analysis techniques to assess programs/projects performance and outcomes. • Conduct field visits and assessments to verify data quality, monitor progress, and identify challenges. • Prepare and present reports, dashboards, and visualizations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders. • Support MOA and stakeholders in setting up data management systems and databases to store and analyze data. • Provide training and capacity building to MOA County Team (DRDRE & TSD) field staff and partners on monitoring and evaluation concepts and tools. • Facilitate learning and knowledge sharing sessions to capture best practices and lesso

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