Senior Specialist Monitoring & Evaluation - inseta - South Africa

PURPOSE OF THE JOB Lead all Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) activities. The M&E Senior Specialist is a senior member of the program technical team. Will be responsible for overseeing all daily work and routine data collection related to monitoring, evaluation, and reporting activities of the various projects, as well as overseeing the formative research, impact assessments, and ongoing learning activities. The M&E Senior Specialist will lead the MEL Unit, which will develop and manage efficient systems that monitor progress and impact and capture, analyze, and share evidence-based results and lessons learned. Key Performance Areas Outputs Oversee the M&E specialist, M&E administrator on day to day operational activities and outputs Collaborate with the Finance, Operations, and Compliance Unit to develop a system to track and report cost-related data for each program element to reinforce financial and budgetary strategies and allocations during planning periods Provide coaching, training and development to the specialist and administrator and conduct regular performance management review in line with INSETA's performance management framework Participate in audits and coordinate with internal stakeholder, the members of the M&E unit, senior management and auditors to ensure that audit relevant information is packaged timeously and to a professional standard Provide strategic leadership and operational management of the various MEL components of the program and ensure the completion of all M&E activities; Play and instrumental role in the development and packaging of the M&E unit budget Develop and implement an MEL strategy (i.e. MEL Manual) outlining M&E systems for data collection, targeting and tracking custom and indicators, knowledge management, impact assessments, learning activities and reporting in compliance with the requirements provided in the Activity plans, strategic plan and INSETA standards; Plan and conduct routine assessments that track, analyze, and synthesize project data useful for program learning and adaptive management Through regular review of monitoring data, organize and lead periodic learning days and annual learning summits to enable managers to identify successes and make decisions about adapting activities and approaches to achieve results. Ensure compliance with all reporting requirements Stand in for the Manager at specific engagements when required and requested Present the budget to Executive as and when required Prepare monthly and quarterly performance reports and ensure submission on time to the relevant organizational submission point Utilize critical inputs, feedback, and assessments from external evaluation partners to inform changes in program approaches and scale-up when necessary Ensures that all program within the INSETA delivery calendar are results-oriented and can be practically measured as such Work closely with the other technical units to establish and manage a cloud-based MEL System and ensure data requirements are integrated into project management processes. Collaborate closely with other technical units to analyze M&E findings, determine any needed adjustments, and identify and disseminate key learning messages/finding to internal and external stakeholders Complete other duties as necessary and assigned by the Executive manager for Risk Ensure that all expenditure for the unit is accounted for and that all PFMA regulations are adhered to REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Qualifications Minimum Requirement: NQF Level 7 Degree or Advanced diploma or equivalent relevant qualification in Business administration or project management or public administration. Experience Minimum Requirement: Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a supervisory position in the related field. Preferred Requirement: 5 years supervisory experience in the Public Sector environment. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Knowledge PFMA/Treasury regulations Skills Development Act BCEA LRA SCM Processes Corporate governance Skills Minimum Requirement: Attention to detail, ability to work under pressure and meet deadline under challenging circumstances. Report writing Presentation skills Supervisory skills Project Management skills People Management skills Advanced computer skills include power point presentation and high level of written and verbal communication. The ability to analyse situations and to arrive at the best possible solution. INSETA is an equal opportunity employer and preference will be afforded to designated candidates in line with the approved Employment Equity Plan. Closing date : 12 March 2024 NB: Applications of people living with Disabilities will be given preference. INSETA reserves the right not to make an appointment. No late applications will be accepted Send your CV and Qualifications in your online application . Apply Now

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