Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Officer (Re Announced)

1. Purpose of the Position

The M&E Officer is responsible for establishing, implementing, and maintaining monitoring and evaluation systems to ensure effective tracking of project activities, outputs, and outcomes. The role supports evidence-based decision-making, promotes accountability, and ensures compliance with donor and organizational standards.

2. Key Responsibilities

Monitoring & Evaluation Duties

• Develop and implement project monitoring and evaluation frameworks, plans, and tools.
• Collect, verify, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data from field activities.
• Conduct regular monitoring visits to project sites and provide feedback to staff.
• Ensure data quality, accuracy, and timely reporting.
• Support preparation of weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Document lessons learned, best practices, and success stories.
• Provide technical support and capacity building to project staff on M&E practices.
• Maintain organized filing systems for M&E data and reports.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, donor requirements, and safeguarding standards.
• Track project indicators and compare achievements against targets.
• Maintain and regularly update M&E databases and tracking systems.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual M&E reports.
• Develop tables, charts, dashboards, and other data presentations for program review meetings.
• Support program teams in developing appropriate indicators and data-collection tools.
• Provide feedback to field teams and health facilities on data quality and program performance.

Coordination & Communication

• Work closely with program teams to integrate M&E into project planning and implementation.
• Support project management in decision-making through evidence-based recommendations.
• Coordinate with external stakeholders, partners, and donors on M&E matters when required.
• Contribute to organizational learning and knowledge management initiatives.

3. Reporting Line

• Reports directly to Program/Project Manager
• Provides technical input to senior management and donor reporting units

4. Qualifications

• MD, Public Health or related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation with NGOs/INGOs
• Strong knowledge of M&E methodologies, tools, and data management systems
• Excellent analytical, reporting, and communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and data analysis software
• Familiarity with Kobo Toolbox and ODK applications for data collection and management
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality
• Languages: Intermediate English; fluent in Pashto and Dari

5. PSEA

The ARSDO maintains a strict policy of zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA). All employees are required to uphold the highest standards of professional conduct and respect. Any violation of these principles will be subject to disciplinary action, and staff are encouraged to report concerns through established reporting channels.

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit their applications the instructions below:

Through link: https://forms.gle/iW9ACsbVfxkioom66

Required documents

Updated CV

Cover letter (briefly explaining suitability for the position)

File format

Documents must be submitted in PDF and word format

Application deadline

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

Note

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

https://forms.gle/iW9ACsbVfxkioom66