Remote Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Monitoring and Evaluation Officer to lead data-driven assessment across multiple programs in South Africa. The role focuses on designing M&E frameworks, collecting and analyzing data, and producing actionable reports to inform program improvements.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree in a relevant field and at least four years of experience in M&E, with strong skills in SPSS, Stata, and R.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 4 years of monitoring and evaluation experience.
• Proficient in data analysis software (SPSS, Stata, R) and M&E methodologies.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Experience with logical frameworks, impact assessments, and performance monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement M&E frameworks and tools for projects.
• Design data collection methods and instruments with quality data.
• Collect, clean, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data.
• Prepare M&E reports highlighting findings, successes, and areas for improvement.
• Provide recommendations to improve program effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with donor reporting and organizational standards.

Skills

Data analysis

Report writing

Independent work

Education

Master's degree in Statistics / Development Studies / Public Policy / Social Sciences

Tools

SPSS

Stata

R

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a vital charity organization dedicated to community upliftment, is seeking a detail-oriented Remote Monitoring and Evaluation Officer . This role is critical for assessing the effectiveness and impact of our diverse programs across South Africa . Working entirely remotely, you will design and implement M&E frameworks, collect and analyze data, and produce reports that inform program improvement and strategic decision-making. Your work will be instrumental in ensuring accountability, demonstrating impact to stakeholders, and optimizing our efforts to serve communities effectively. This is a key opportunity to drive data-informed strategies from your remote workspace.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement robust monitoring and evaluation (M&E) frameworks and tools for various projects.
• Design data collection methodologies and instruments, ensuring data quality and reliability.
• Collect, clean, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data from project activities.
• Prepare comprehensive M&E reports, highlighting key findings, successes, and areas for improvement.
• Provide recommendations to program teams based on M&E findings to enhance program effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with donor reporting requirements and organizational standards.

Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as Statistics, Development Studies, Public Policy, or Social Sciences.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation, preferably within the non-profit or humanitarian sector.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., SPSS, Stata, R) and M&E methodologies.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage M&E activities in a remote setting.
• Experience with logical frameworks, impact assessments, and performance monitoring is essential.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and benefits package.
• Fully remote position offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to contribute to evidence-based decision-making for impactful social programs.
• Access to online professional development and training resources.
• A supportive and collaborative remote team environment focused on data-driven impact.