Job Description

Duration:2-year Contract
Reporting to:Senior Programme Manager
Location:South Africa (remote)
BACKGROUND
Herding for Health, a partnership programme between Conservation International (CI) and Peace Parks Foundation seeks to recruit a new addition to the team to drive impact monitoring across all the Herding for Health sites managed under CI, Peace Parks Foundation and partners. The Herding for Health Impact Coordinator will provide technical support to all Herding for Health sites to implement comprehensive M&E (Monitoring and Evaluation) systems, tools, and methods that monitor and assess progress towards programmatic and organizational goals; provide timely and relevant information to stakeholders and decision-makers; inform strategic and resource-allocation decisions and improve monitoring and communication. Aligning the Herding for Health database with donor indicators across all sites is essential to centralise data management and prevent duplication in impact reporting.
JOB PROFILE
You are passionate about monitoring and evaluation, detail oriented and have a willingness to drive and meet deadlines. You will work in a typical office environment based in South Africa, with travelling to Southern and Eastern Africa.
You must be eligible to live and work in South Africa without employer's sponsorship.
JOB PURPOSE
The main purpose is to support the team with:

• Performance Monitoring and Evaluation
• Data Collection and Management
• Data Analysis, Interpretation Reporting and Visualisation
• Evaluation, Learning and Continuous Improvement

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performance Monitoring and Evaluation (15%):

• Ensure the Herding for Health programme has a robust results and monitoring framework that aligns with strategic priorities, learning needs, and partner reporting requirements (donors, implementing partners, etc.)
• Maintain and communicate an updated dashboard of consolidated Herding for Health impact for all sites.
• Coordinate performance monitoring for all Herding for Health sites within the Programme.
• Oversee continuous monitoring of programmatic and site-level performance in coordination with other Herding for Health teams.
• Working with GIS and M&E teams, monitor and evaluate key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness and impact of programmatic activities.
• Track progress against targets and benchmarks, providing regular updates to the Herding for Health Programme unit.
• Identify and address any data discrepancies or issues affecting the accuracy of performance monitoring.
• Drive effective communication and utilisation of performance information for programmatic performance management, risk analysis, and decision-making.

Data Collection and Management (35%):

• Develop and implement standardised data collection methodologies and tools to gather relevant data from various sources.
• Supervise the deployment of spatial analysis tools, frameworks, business processes, and information systems supporting monitoring activities and related activities.
• Ensure smooth integration of these tools/systems within CI, Peace Parks Foundation and implementing partners' monitoring platforms.
• Oversee timely and accurate data entry by Herding for Health teams into the Peace Parks MEL system, also ensuring integrity and consistency through regular data validation and quality control.
• Maintain a comprehensive and organised database for storing and managing programmatic data, as well as keep an updated calendar of reporting deadlines.

Data Analysis, Interpretation, Reporting and Visualisation (30%):

• Lead the development of Africa Rangeland Watch (ARW) - A continental monitoring platform used to track successful implementation of the Herding for Health programme across implementation sites.

• Oversee and manage the technical development of the platform,
• Provide technical support to users of the platform as needed,
• Ensure collaboration and integration with other platforms, such as Earthranger.
• Conduct statistical analyses and apply innovative data techniques to identify trends and generate actionable insights related to programmatic performance.

• Develop data visualisations, dashboards, and infographics to effectively communicate complex data to diverse stakeholders.
• Lead the design and development of the Peace Parks Herding for Health Impact Tracker webpage.
• Prepare analytical reports and presentations, aligned with the Programme's strategic goals, to support reporting requirements, decisions and stakeholder engagement.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in data analytics, integrating new approaches as appropriate.
• Drive the adoption of data-driven approaches within the Programme to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and impact.

Evaluation, Learning and Continuous Improvement (20%):

• Build internal and partner capacity through training, technical support, and promotion of data literacy, methodological and analytical best practices and tools.
• Ensure collaboration with Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning teams in Conservation International, Peace Parks Foundation and partners to share knowledge and improve data analysis practices.
• Develop and adapt evaluation plans, frameworks, and tools in line with Herding for Health 's implementation principles and learning priorities.

• Ensure evaluations are conducted in line with Herding for Health implementation framework, guaranteeing independence, objectivity, transparency, inclusivity, timeliness, and relevance.
• Assist in the design and implementation of evaluation studies, including data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholder engagement throughout the evaluation cycle.
• Support knowledge sharing through various channels, including reports, publications, presentations, and engagement with external networks and forums.
• Design and implement a comprehensive learning approach for Herding for Health's programmatic work, including learning agendas, key questions and strategies for dissemination of lessons.

• Integrate lessons and findings at relevant points in Herding for Health's strategic and operational cycles.
• Maximise learning potential beyond Herding for Health through publications, dissemination events, and other partner engagements.
• Engage with relevant professional networks and communities of practice in Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning.
• Represent the Herding for Health Programme in external forums as relevant.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Advanced University degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Data Science, Environmental Science, Ecology and Conservation, Statistics, Natural Resources Management, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in the conservation, development or natural resource management sector, including at least 2 years in monitoring, evaluation, and learning.
• Demonstrated experience with diverse monitoring, evaluation, and learning methods.
• Experience leading and managing diverse teams in dynamic environments.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver cross-functional projects in complex settings.
• Experience conducting advanced analyses to inform management or policy decisions.
• Track record in developing and leading cross-institutional partnerships and collaborations.
• Experience with data systems, analytics, and knowledge management.
• Established professional network in Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning.
• Excellent knowledge of Theory of Change and Logical Framework Approach to programme planning, including setting measurable indicators.
• Excellent knowledge of evaluation standards, methods, and learning approaches in International Development.
• Experience in conservation, climate change, and community development.
• Demonstrated proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., R, Python, SPSS, Stata) and data visualisation tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Google Data Studio).
• Experience working with GIS and spatial data analysis tools (e.g., QGIS, ArcGIS), including conservation monitoring systems e.g. EarthRanger.
• Experience providing training and technical support in MEL tools and methods to diverse teams and partners.
• Experience designing and implementing evaluation plans, learning agendas, and participatory learning approaches.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to apply insights to adaptive programme management.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present information to diverse audiences.
• Strong project management skills.
• Essential: Expert knowledge of English.

Competencies required:

• Teamwork
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
• Communication
• Effective resource utilization
• Producing results
• Creating an empowering and motivating environment

Interested candidates are invited to submit a Curriculum Vitae, with full address, telephone number, email address and contact details of at least three contactable references. These should be submitted by 22 August 2025
The company offers a competitive cost-to-company salary package
We appreciate the time and effort taken by all applicants in expressing their interest in this role. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration. If you do not hear from us within 3 weeks, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. We encourage you to apply for future opportunities that match your skills and experience.