ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PROGRAMME MONITORING AND EVALUATION

Job Overview

The Department is seeking two Assistant Directors for Programme Monitoring and Evaluation based in Pretoria with a salary of R487 197 per annum (Ref No: EP24/2026). Applicants must hold an NQF 6 National Diploma in Social Science, Research, Monitoring and Evaluation or equivalent, alongside 3 years of experience in M&E or research. Key responsibilities include conducting performance monitoring, desktop analysis, managing external evaluation studies, coordinating M&E systems, and producing reports and newsletters. Proficiency in tools like MS Access, Excel, STATA, and ATLAS TI is required.

Requirements & Qualifications

• National Diploma (NQF 6) in Social Science, Research, Monitoring and Evaluation or relevant equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA.
• 3 years’ experience in Monitoring and Evaluation and/or research or relevant field.
• Knowledge and Understanding of Monitoring and Evaluation, government legislation and prescripts, Project Management, Administrative procedures, Financial Management, Accounting & Business practices, Strategic planning and budgeting.
• Ability to gather and analyse information, develop, interpret and apply policies, strategies and legislation, HR management practices, legal issues, negotiations and dealing with conflict.
• Supply Chain Management policies and procedures.
• Extensive experience in Expanded Public Works Programme.
• Proficiency in computer software packages and associated hardware such as MS Access, Excel, STATA and ATLAS TI.
• Willingness to travel long distances for an extended period(s).
• A valid driver’s license will be an added advantage.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct performance monitoring and evaluation for the Environmental Programmes.
• Contribute to the process of identifying focus areas for monitoring and evaluation, conduct desktop analysis of active projects, capture field data, analyse and develop reports with recommendations.
• Communicate findings of the programme monitoring and evaluation reports to relevant stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development, implementation, and review of a coordinated M&E system, Framework, and plans for the EP, and monitor adherence to provisions.
• Develop action plans, follow up, coordinate, monitor, and report on the implementation of recommendations from M&E reports.
• Facilitate external evaluation studies, including confirming areas and scopes, determining methodology, facilitating evaluator appointments, and coordinating data collection.
• Contribute to the development, preparation of articles, and finalisation/publication of monitoring and evaluation newsletters.

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