Monitoring and Evaluation Officer - NGO

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Training & development

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Monitoring and Evaluation Officer for our client in Nelspruit (Mbombela). You will develop robust M&E frameworks, collect and analyze data, and report on program performance to inform strategic decisions.

The role emphasizes data-driven impact, field verification, and capacity-building of staff across NGO initiatives in Mpumalanga. Join a team focused on accountability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 3+ years in monitoring and evaluation or similar.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Experience designing M&E frameworks and tools.
• Excellent report writing and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement M&E plans, tools, and methodologies for projects.
• Collect, clean, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data.
• Prepare regular M&E reports highlighting progress and lessons learned.
• Conduct field visits to monitor implementation and verify data.
• Train staff on M&E best practices and use of tools.
• Contribute M&E expertise to project proposals.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Report writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences/Statistics/Development Studies

Tools

SPSS

Stata

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and analytical Monitoring and Evaluation Officer to join their team in Nelspruit . This role is crucial for ensuring the effectiveness and impact of our client's programs by developing and implementing robust monitoring and evaluation frameworks. You will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and reporting on data to assess program performance and inform strategic decision-making. This position offers a significant opportunity to contribute to the accountability and continuous improvement of vital NGO initiatives within the Mpumalanga region.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement comprehensive M&E plans, tools, and methodologies for various projects.
• Collect, clean, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data related to program activities and outcomes.
• Prepare regular M&E reports, highlighting progress, challenges, and lessons learned.
• Conduct field visits to monitor program implementation and verify data.
• Provide training and support to program staff on M&E best practices.
• Contribute to the development of project proposals by providing M&E expertise.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Statistics, Development Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation, preferably within the development or humanitarian sector .
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., SPSS, Stata, Excel).
• Experience in designing M&E frameworks and tools.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on impactful programs in Nelspruit .
• Professional development and training in M&E methodologies.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment focused on data-driven impact.
• Contribute to the effective delivery of essential services in Mpumalanga .