Monitoring and Evaluation Analyst

We are seeking a Monitoring and Evaluation Analyst to facilitate the implementation of NITA-U’s Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Plan and oversee the establishment, maintenance, and continuous improvement of institutional M&E systems. 

Directorate: Planning, Research, and Development

Department: Planning, Strategy, and Performance

Reporting to: Manager Planning, Strategy & Performance

Salary Grade: N5

• Establish and maintain a robust M&E system aligned with national frameworks and NITA-U’s institutional strategies to support performance tracking and reporting.

• Support planning and budgeting processes to ensure alignment with the M&E framework, the National Development Plan, and institutional performance targets.

• Support the development and tracking of SMART indicators for projects, programs, and institutional strategies to measure outputs, outcomes, and impacts.

• Collect, validate, and analyse performance monitoring data to assess progress, identify gaps, and generate evidence for informed decision-making.

• Prepare and disseminate periodic M&E reports (quarterly, semi-annual, and annual) with key performance insights to inform decision-making.

• Conduct and support evaluations of key NITA-U strategies, programs, and projects to assess their relevance, effectiveness, results, and impact.

• Build staff and stakeholder capacity in M&E tools, frameworks, and results-based performance management while promoting a culture of learning and evidence-based decision-making.

• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Monitoring & Evaluation, Statistics, Economics, or a related field.

• A post-graduate diploma in Monitoring and Evaluation is an added advantage.

• Membership in the Uganda Evaluation Association is an added advantage.

• A minimum of four (4) years’ experience in Monitoring and Evaluation in a reputable public or private organization.

• Excellent computer skills, including MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, online data collection tools (e.g., Kobo, ODK), and statistical analysis software (e.g., SPSS, STATA).

• Experience in designing, implementing, and managing digital M&E systems, dashboards, and online data collection platforms.

• Strong understanding of Uganda’s National M&E Policy, Results Frameworks, and development planning architecture.

• Demonstrated analytical, report writing, and presentation skills.

• Strong communication skills for effective dialogue and collaboration.

• Demonstrates organized, methodical, and solution-oriented work approaches.

• Proficient in using standard systems, tools, and applications to support M&E processes.

• Actively identifies and pursues personal and professional development opportunities.

• Adheres to the code of conduct, ethics, organizational standards, and health and safety regulations.

• Observes and applies personal security practices in line with organizational policies.