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Saturday, May 16, 2015

Monitoring & Evaluation Research Assistant Job in Kisumu

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  • Monitoring & Evaluation Research Assistant - KenyaRef.: 2015/002/NRS/SSA
    The International Potato Center (CIP) seeks a highly talented Monitoring & Evaluation Research Assistant to be based in our field office in Kisumu, Kenya.
    The Center:
    CIP is a not-for-profit international agricultural research-for-development organization with a focus on potato, sweetpotato, and Andean roots and tubers. Its vision is of roots and tubers improving the lives of the poor.
    CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved well-being, and gender equity for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world.
    CIP works with partners to contribute high quality science, technology, and capacity strengthening for sustainable science-based solutions.
    CIP is headquartered in Lima, Peru, with staff and activities in over 30 locations across Asia, Africa, and Latin America.
    CIP is a member of the Consultative Group for International Agricultural Research, a network of 15 research centers mostly located in the developing world and supported by more than 50 donor members.
    The Position:
    The position will be based in Kisumu, Kenya and will report to the Agriculture Value Chain Specialist responsible for the implementation of Scaling up Sweetpotato Through Agriculture and Nutrition (SUSTAIN) project.
    Key Responsibilities:
  • Support the implementation of the SUSTAIN M&E plan
  • Design and implement a beneficiary tracking database system to collect and manage project data.
  • Train project partners on the implementation of the monitoring system, in particular the use of data forms and reporting formats, and provide ongoing coaching support through regular site monitoring visits for quality control and timely problem solving.
  • Coordinate with project implementing partners to document and report qualitative data to measure gendered impacts.
  • Participate in selected operational research activities and surveys.
  • Participate, as advised by your supervisor, in regional M&E meetings and other program-level activities.
  • Document good practices, lessons learned trends, cross-cutting policy and implementation issues, among others.
  • Contribute to preparation of research articles and scientific reports jointly with CIP staff and project research partners.
  • Carry out data analysis and report writing in English.Selection Criteria:
  • Master’s degree in Agricultural Economics, Agricultural and Applied Economics, or related field.
  • Degree in other social science or public health with strong quantitative skills will be considered.
  • Additional training in M&E methodologies and quantitative and qualitative assessment methods.
  • Minimum of 3 years experience working in a related position in an international research or development organization
  • Direct experience in designing and implementing project M&E systems from project initiation to closeout stages
  • Very strong skills in statistical analysis, sampling methodology, and data collection and analysis
  • Very strong English oral and written communication skills required
  • Ability to serve as the project liaison person for diverse implementing partners
  • Willingness to spend considerable time working under field conditions in rural KenyaConditions: This position is local thus limited to Kenyan nationals and permanent residents.
    The employment contract will be for two year term, subject to a three month probation period with possibility of renewal.
    CIP prides itself on its collegial and supportive working environment, which allows space for personal and professional growth.
    The successful candidate will receive a compensation package comparable with similar organizations and in line with the candidate’s qualification and experience.
    Applications:
    Applicants should apply online through our CIP’s Job Opportunities website; CIP’s Job Opportunities , including a letter of motivation, a full C.V with the names and contact information of three references that are knowledgeable of the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience.
    Screening of applications will begin on 25th May, 2015 and will continue until the post is filled.
    Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
    Learn more about CIP by accessing our web site at http://www.cipotato.org.
    CIP is an equal opportunity employer.
    Qualified women and professionals are particularly encouraged to apply.
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