About Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE) Uganda Chapter
FAWE Uganda is a non-governmental organisation dedicated to bridging the gender gap in
education at all levels. Established in 1997, FAWE Uganda is part of a network of 34 African
FAWE chapters working to improve the lives of girls and women across the continent.
Together with our partners, we strive to make a lasting difference in the lives of learners,
families and communities. Join our dynamic team and contribute to this important mission.
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist
to lead the organisation’s Monitoring and Evaluation function.
Job Title : Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist
Duty Station : Kampala
Terms : Contract
Reports to : Executive Director
Supervises : Monitoring and Evaluation Officer(s)
Role : The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist leads the design,
implementation and continuous improvement of the
organisation’s monitoring, evaluation and learning systems.
This role ensures that programmes generate reliable data,
demonstrate results, meet donor requirements, strengthen
accountability to stakeholders and support timely, evidence-
based decision making and adaptive programme management.
Key Result Areas
1. M&E System Design and Programme Planning
a. Develop and maintain organisation-wide and project-level M&E frameworks,
theories of change, results frameworks, logical frameworks, indicator reference
sheets, M&E plans and learning agendas.
b. Work with programme and resource mobilisation teams to integrate measurable
outcomes, realistic targets, data requirements and evaluation activities into
concept notes, proposals, budgets and workplans.
c. Align indicators and reporting systems with strategic priorities, donor
requirements and relevant sector frameworks.
d. Establish practical data flows, reporting calendars, standard operating
procedures and role assignments for monitoring and evaluation activities.
2. Monitoring, Data Management and Quality Assurance
a. Design and regularly update quantitative and qualitative data collection tools,
including digital tools where appropriate.
b. Coordinate routine collection, verification, cleaning, storage and analysis of
programme data, ensuring disaggregation by sex, age, disability, location and
other relevant characteristics.
c. Maintain secure, accurate and user-friendly databases, dashboards, indicator
tracking tables and supporting documentation.
d. Conduct field monitoring visits, spot checks, data quality assessments and
verification exercises; document gaps and follow through on corrective actions.
e. Ensure ethical data collection, informed consent, confidentiality, responsible
data sharing and compliance with applicable data protection and safeguarding
requirements.
3. Evaluation, Research and Learning
a. Lead and coordinate baselines, needs assessments, outcome studies, mid-term
reviews, endline evaluations and impact assessments.
b. Prepare terms of reference, support the procurement and management of
consultants, review evaluation deliverables and promote the independence and
quality of evaluation processes.
c. Analyse quantitative and qualitative evidence to identify trends and unintended
results and translate findings into practical recommendations.
d. Facilitate reflection meetings, after-action reviews and learning events; maintain
a repository of lessons learnt, good practices, case studies and evidence
products.
e. Support management and programme teams to use evidence for course
correction, programme design, advocacy and organisational learning.
4. Reporting, Accountability and Communication
a. Produce accurate, timely and decision-ready performance reports, dashboards,
briefs and presentations for management, the board, donors, partners and other
stakeholders.
b. Track progress against approved indicators, targets, workplans and budgets and
promptly highlight underperformance, risks and emerging opportunities.
c. Support transparent accountability mechanisms through which programme
participants and communities can provide feedback, raise concerns and receive
timely responses.
d. Work with communications and programme teams to present evidence
responsibly through outcome stories, learning briefs and other knowledge
products.
5. Capacity Strengthening and Coordination
a. Train and mentor staff and partners in results-based management, indicator
interpretation, data collection, analysis, data quality, evaluation and evidence
use.
b. Provide technical support to programme teams and implementing partners to
resolve M&E challenges and improve reporting performance.
c. Participate in programme reviews, partner meetings, sector working groups and
relevant technical forums.
Minimum Qualifications
• A Masters Degree in Project Monitoring and Evaluation from a recognized institution
is essential.
• A bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Demography, Economics, Social Sciences or a
related field from a recognised institution is essential.
• At least five (05) years’ progressive experience in research, monitoring and evaluation
in a non-governmental or development organisation, two of which must be at
supervisory level.
Technical Skills and Competencies
• Strong knowledge of results-based management, theory of change, logical
frameworks, indicator design and evaluation methods.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and at least one statistical package such as SPSS,
Stata or R.
• Experience with mobile data collection platforms such as KoboToolbox, ODK or
CommCare.
• Ability to analyse complex information and communicate findings clearly to
technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong report-writing, facilitation, presentation, training and stakeholder
engagement skills.
• Excellent planning, attention to detail, problem-solving and time-management
skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multicultural,
multidisciplinary environment.
Application Procedure
Interested and qualified candidates for the position should submit a letter of Application,
Curriculum Vitae, Copies of Academic transcripts/Certificates, Employment References
and other supporting documents in one pdf document via email to
[email protected].
The Applications should be addressed to;
The Head of Human Resource and Administration
Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE) Uganda
P.O Box 24117
Kampala
If successful in this process FAWE Uganda will require certified academic documents.
Please deliver your applications not later than Wednesday 7th October 2026 at 5:00pm.
Only applications received via email will be considered. Applications sent after the
deadline will not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
FAWE Uganda is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fair recruitment,
safeguarding, diverse and inclusive workplace.