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Monitoring & Evaluation Learning Specialist at ETHIOPIAN AGRICULTURAL TRANSFORMATION INSTITUTE
Position Title: Monitoring & Evaluation Learning Specialist
Employer: ETHIOPIAN AGRICULTURAL TRANSFORMATION INSTITUTE
Employment: Full-Time | Contract
Place of Work: Addis Ababa - Ethiopia
Posted date: 1 hour ago
Deadline: March, 20/2026 (9 days left)
Job Summary
The M&E & Learning Specialist ensures that all projects in the PCU portfolio are effectively monitored, evaluated, and analyzed to generate actionable insights for decision-making. This role is responsible for designing and implementing robust M&E frameworks, conducting impact assessments, and promoting institutional learning, ensuring that lessons learned are integrated into policy, strategy, and project implementation for continuous improvement and sector transformation.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Outcome 1: M&E Framework Design & Implementation (25%)
- Develop and operationalize M&E frameworks, tools, and KPIs for all portfolio projects.
- Ensure data collection, verification, and reporting processes are standardized and aligned with strategic objectives.
- Monitor project progress, outputs, and outcomes using qualitative and quantitative approaches.
Outcome 2: Impact Evaluation & Performance Analysis (25%)
- Design and conduct baseline, midline, and endline assessments.
- Analyze project and portfolio performance data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
- Provide evidence-based recommendations to leadership for strategic adjustments.
Outcome 3: Knowledge Management & Learning (20%)
- Capture lessons learned, best practices, and success stories across projects.
- Develop learning briefs, case studies, and knowledge products for internal and external dissemination.
- Facilitate learning workshops, peer reviews, and communities of practice across portfolio teams.
Outcome 4: Reporting & Decision Support (15%)
- Prepare periodic M&E and learning reports for leadership, donors, and sector partners.
- Develop dashboards, scorecards, and visualizations to support evidence-based decisions.
Outcome 5: Capacity Building & Advisory Support (15%)
- Train project teams on M&E tools, data use, and learning integration.
- Provide advisory support to PCU leadership and project managers on performance improvement strategies.
Required Qualification, Competencies, and Experience
- Field of study: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in M&E, Development Studies, Statistics, Data Science, Agriculture, or related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 6 years for a bachelor’s degree or 4 years for a master’s degree of relevant experience in agriculture, rural development, or donor-funded multi-project portfolios. Proven experience in agricultural transformation, sector reform, and multi-stakeholder coordination is preferred.
Behavioural Competencies
Strategic Thinking & Systems Perspective
- Ability to design M&E and learning systems with long-term sector impact in mind.
Decision-Making & Problem-Solving
- Analyze complex data to provide actionable, evidence-based recommendations.
Leadership & People Management
- Lead, mentor, and build capacity within M&E and learning teams.
Communication & Influence
- Present findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences; influence strategic decisions.
Collaboration & Relationship Management
- Work effectively with partners, donors, and project teams.
Technical Competencies
M&E Systems & Methodologies
- Design and implement robust monitoring, evaluation, and learning frameworks.
Data Analysis & Visualization
- Use quantitative and qualitative analysis tools to generate insights for decision-making.
Impact Assessment
- Conduct baseline, midline, endline, and special evaluations of project outcomes.
Knowledge Management
- Capture lessons learned, best practices, and support evidence-based decision-making.
Reporting & Dashboard Development
- Prepare timely reports, visualizations, and portfolio performance dashboards.
Other Requirements (Languages, Licensing or Certifications)
- Fluency in English (written and spoken) required; local language proficiency an advantage.
- Professional certifications in M&E, program evaluation, or related areas are desirable.
How to apply
We invite all candidates meeting the required qualifications to submit
(i) a cover letter and
(ii) a CV (maximum 5 pages) to
It is mandatory to mention the position title in both the subject line of your cover letter and the Outlook email subject line.
Please DO NOT submit scans of certificates with your application.
Women are highly encouraged to apply.
NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
