Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation Expert at Rhizome Consulting

Summary

• The Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation Expert will design and implement comprehensive systems to track project progress, evaluate outcomes, and ensure alignment with strategic objectives. This role demands expertise in data analysis, impact assessment, and performance monitoring to deliver measurable results and support decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement robust planning, monitoring, and evaluation frameworks to track project performance and outcomes.
• Design indicators and data collection tools to measure project success and assess its alignment with strategic objectives.
• Analyse project performance data to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare detailed progress reports, impact assessments, and recommendations for stakeholders.
• Ensure project alignment with key performance indicators (KPIs) and organisational goals.
• Foster stakeholder engagement by presenting evaluation findings and strategic insights to support evidence-based decision-making.
• Identify risks and recommend strategies to mitigate potential impacts on project outcomes.
• Maintain compliance with international standards and best practices in planning, monitoring, and evaluation.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Masters degree in Project Management, or a related field.

Knowledge, Skills, And Experience

• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in planning, monitoring, and evaluation roles, preferably in the development or consulting sectors.
• Proven ability to design and implement M&E systems, tools, and frameworks.
• Expertise in data analysis, visualisation, and impact assessment methodologies.
• Strong report-writing and presentation skills for diverse audiences.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication abilities.
• Familiarity with project management tools and software for data tracking and reporting.