Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) / ICT Specialist

Monitoring and Evaluation ICT Specialist Jobs in Lusaka – EM Associates

EM Associates is currently seeking a highly skilled Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) / ICT Specialist to join our team remotely from Lusaka. This consultancy opportunity is integral to the successful implementation of the African Development Bank (AfDB) funded Road Infrastructure Improvement Programme, a four-year initiative focused on enhancing regional connectivity, lowering transport costs, and driving socio-economic growth across the region. If you are passionate about leveraging technology to strengthen monitoring and evaluation systems, this role offers a unique chance to make a significant impact.

Role Overview: Monitoring and Evaluation ICT Specialist Jobs in Lusaka

The appointed specialist will lead the design, development, and deployment of a comprehensive digital M&E system aligned with the project’s established M&E framework. This position demands expertise in creating automated, user-friendly platforms that enable accurate data capture, rigorous analysis, and effective reporting to support informed decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a fully functional automated M&E system tailored to the programme’s requirements.
• Define hardware and software specifications ensuring compatibility and interoperability with existing government systems.
• Design digital tools including forms, workflows, dashboards, and databases to facilitate efficient data collection and reporting.
• Integrate Geographic Information Systems (GIS), mobile data collection technologies, and reporting modules into the M&E platform.
• Produce clear, accessible training manuals for end-users and basic troubleshooting guides for backend support.
• Conduct training sessions for the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) and Ministry staff on system operation and maintenance.
• Oversee data quality assurance, secure storage, and comprehensive analysis to maintain data integrity throughout the project.

Qualifications and Experience

• Academic: Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Project Planning and Management, or a related discipline.
• Professional Experience: At least 10 years of relevant experience, including a minimum of 8 years focused on M&E design and implementation at the programme level.
• Proven track record in developing and managing performance monitoring plans and utilizing data to enhance project management.
• Experience designing and field-testing surveys and other data collection instruments.
• Hands-on expertise in creating digital M&E systems with capabilities such as database design, dashboard creation, and mobile data collection.
• Experience with impact evaluations on road infrastructure projects and familiarity with Sub-Saharan African contexts is advantageous.
• Technical Skills: Strong command of M&E concepts and results-based frameworks, proficiency in statistical software (e.g., SPSS), and advanced data analysis abilities.
• Excellent technical writing and presentation skills in English; knowledge of the Siswati language is a plus.
• Must be registered with a recognized professional body.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the qualifications are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience to partnership@emassociate.net. Please use the subject line: “Application: M&E ICT Specialist”. Applications will be reviewed promptly.

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