Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning / Geographic Information System (M&E/GIS) Officer, Ifakara

The Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning / Geographic Information System (M&E/GIS) Officer role supports the M&E, GIS & remote sensing activities for projects under the IUCN Tanzania Programme. This position reports to the Senior MEL Officer and collaborates closely with the Senior MEL Officer, the ESARO Regional MEL Manager, and the Regional Geospatial Information and ROAM Officer.

The officer is responsible for supporting the development of MEL & GIS related work plans, MEL & GIS data management, performance reports, and related evaluation/appraisal tasks. They must ensure that MEL and GIS tools align with donor requirements and IUCN Monitoring and Evaluation Policy and project guidelines and standards.

Major Responsibilities

Project Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting

• Support the development of monitoring tools, including Performance tracking tools, data collection, and data quality assurance instruments.
• Coordinate progress and performance tracking of the projects.
• Support the measurement of output, outcome, and impact indicators for the Projects.
• Contribute to the development and review of quarterly and annual reports.
• Provide feedback to Project Managers on project performance based on monitoring data analysis.
• Support the planning for and execution of Projects’ Annual Reviews, Mid Term Reviews, and Terminal project evaluations in accordance with donor policy.
• Assist in regularly updating the project portal according to project requirements.

Geographic Information System (GIS)

• Assume overall responsibility for the timely and quality delivery of geospatial information related work for the Tanzania Country Programme, including supporting assessments and monitoring.
• Develop a Methodological Framework for regular monitoring and updating of information on projects and programmes implemented by IUCN Tanzania (i.e., mapping and trend analysis).
• Identify key programmatic strategic priorities relevant to the current and emerging needs around GIS-linked natural resources conservation and management.
• Work closely with the IUCN-GIS expert to ensure quality programme delivery and harmonization.

Management of Compliance and Risk Management Systems

• Support Project Managers in the development of risk management tools and assist in updating the project risk register regularly.
• Ensure monitoring of the environmental and social performance of the Projects.

Other Duties