Monitoring and Evaluation; M&E) Officer

Our client, a prominent charitable organization, is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer to join their team on a fully remote basis. This role is critical for tracking the progress and impact of the organization's programs, ensuring accountability, and facilitating evidence-based decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a strong quantitative and qualitative research background, experience in designing M&E frameworks, and a passion for driving program effectiveness through data.

This is a remote-first opportunity offering flexibility and the chance to influence from anywhere.

• Design and implement robust M&E frameworks, tools, and methodologies for various programs.
• Develop data collection plans, including surveys, interviews, and focus group guides.
• Collect, clean, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data to assess program performance and impact.
• Monitor program activities against set objectives and indicators, identifying successes and challenges.
• Prepare regular M&E reports, dashboards, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide recommendations for program improvement based on M&E findings.
• Ensure data quality and integrity throughout the M&E process.
• Build the capacity of program staff in M&E principles and practices through training and ongoing support.
• Contribute to the design of new program proposals by developing M&E plans.
• Stay updated on best practices and innovations in M&E within the non-profit sector.

• Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Statistics, Development Studies, Public Policy, or a related field.
• A Master's degree is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation, preferably within the non-profit or international development sector.
• Proven experience in developing M&E frameworks, indicators, and data collection tools.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative data analysis skills using statistical software (e.g., SPSS, R, Stata) and qualitative analysis tools.
• Proficiency in data visualization and reporting tools.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively in a remote setting.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
• Familiarity with project management principles is an advantage.
• Understanding of the social and development context in South Africa is preferred.

This role offers a competitive salary, the significant advantage of being a fully remote position, and opportunities for professional development. Our client provides a supportive virtual work environment and values rigorous data analysis to drive meaningful impact. You will play a vital role in ensuring accountability and effectiveness for programs that serve communities across Northern Cape and beyond. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your M&E expertise to significant social causes, working from wherever you are most productive.