Job Description

Cape Flats Youth Development Programmes, a Non-Profit organization established on 30th January 2017 is currently looking for an intern. The candidate should be an intern and work remotely.

Job Brief:

As a Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, you will develop and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks, collect and analyze data, and generate reports to inform decision-making and improve program outcomes. Your role involves working closely with project teams, stakeholders, and partners to ensure accountability and learning.

Responsibilities:

Develop monitoring and evaluation frameworks, plans, and indicators for projects or programs. Design data collection tools, surveys, and methodologies to gather qualitative and quantitative data. Implement data collection activities, including surveys, interviews, focus group discussions, and observations. Analyze data using statistical and qualitative analysis techniques to assess program performance and outcomes. Prepare and present reports, dashboards, and visualizations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders. Monitor project activities, outputs, and outcomes against established targets and benchmarks. Conduct field visits and assessments to verify data quality, monitor progress, and identify challenges. Support project teams in setting up data management systems and databases to store and analyze data. Provide training and capacity building to project staff and partners on monitoring and evaluation concepts and tools. Facilitate learning and knowledge sharing sessions to capture best practices and lessons learned from program implementation. Collaborate with stakeholders, including donors, government agencies, and community partners, to ensure alignment of monitoring and evaluation efforts. Participate in program planning, review, and evaluation meetings to contribute insights and recommendations. Ensure compliance with ethical standards, data privacy regulations, and organizational policies in monitoring and evaluation activities. Contribute to the development and refinement of monitoring and evaluation methodologies and tools. Support organizational learning and continuous improvement efforts through feedback mechanisms and reflective practices. Requirements and Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in social sciences, international development, statistics, or related field; master's degree preferred. Proven experience in monitoring and evaluation roles, preferably in the development or nonprofit sector. Strong understanding of monitoring and evaluation concepts, frameworks, and methodologies. Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative data analysis techniques and tools. Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Ability to communicate complex concepts and findings effectively to diverse audiences. Experience with data management software, statistical analysis software, and data visualization tools. Knowledge of project management principles and practices. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in multicultural settings. Commitment to transparency, accountability, and learning.
Required Skills:

Data analysis Monitoring and evaluation Research skills Communication skills Project management Problem-solving abilities Data management Teamwork Critical thinking Adaptability
Job Types: Full-time, Internship
Contract length: 12 months

Work Location: Remote