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- Contribute to defining standard M&E products and ensuring that all M&E design is consistent with the Evidence Act and FAATA principles as well as AF/RPS policies and definitions.
- Develop and administer M&E products consistent with AF/RPS definitions and in consultation with program managers, policy officers, and office leadership.
- Learning Agenda and M&E Findings/Recommendations: Develop Learning Agendas (Key Learning Questions to Inform Decision Points for Projects/Programs) to Shape Both Monitoring and Evaluation Efforts. Additionally, draft Information Memoranda and develop an M&E Findings/Recommendation Tracker organized around AF/RPS strategic objectives and linked to the Learning Agenda. The goals for tracking M&E Findings/Recommendation are (a) to document M&E findings / recommendations against key questions that will drive decision-making and (b) for transparency and accountability from the Government on its application of M&E findings/recommendations to decision-making, mandated per the Evidence Act, FATAA, and 18 FAM 300.
- Conduct monitoring that determines whether objectives/sub-objectives are on track, in order to provide real-time feedback to program managers on required adjustments, and collect and aggregate indicator data. Monitoring shall be in line with AF/RPS policies on program design, monitoring, evaluation, learning, and application.
- Conduct Project Evaluations for Key Projects Identified by Program Managers in Learning Agendas as Critical for Decision-making and/or for Office Learning
- Conduct Country-level Assessments for designated countries to inform subsequent program design and decisions, to include development of the program logic for new projects or refinement of existing ones.
- Master's Degree or equivalent and five (5) years of relevant professional experience
Or - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent and seven (7) years of relevant professional experience
Or - High School Diploma or equivalent and eleven (11) years of relevant professional experience
- Requires SECRET Security Clearance or ability to obtain one before onboarding.
- At least three (3) years of professional M&E experience
- At least four (4) years of experience in multi-tasking complex projects, requiring interpersonal and customer service, writing, analytic, problem-solving and computer skills.
- Demonstrated research, analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Demonstrated ability to manage subordinates, including the ability to assign work, monitor progress, and apply supportive course corrections, while creating a positive work environment.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft software (e.g. Word, Power Point, Teams, SharePoint), including advanced experience in Microsoft Excel.
- Demonstrated fluency of English speaking and writing, including experience in the writing and briefing styles of the Department of State.
Mid-Level M&E Specialist - Washington, United States - SGI Global
Description
SGI Global is seeking a Mid-Level M&E Specialist to provide Monitoring and Evaluation Services for the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of African Affairs, Office of Regional Peace and Security (AF/RPS).
**This position is contingent upon contract award**
Duties/Responsibilities