Monitoring Evaluation Learning Advisor – Solar and Clean Cooking

SNV Kenya is seeking to engage a qualified and result-oriented MEL advisor for the above-mentioned clean energy project. Working closely with the project manager project team and project partners the role will involve technical assistance and implementation support with focus on the MEL related tasks.

The position will be based in Nairobi with need-based travel to the field including visits to marginalised locations and humanitarian settings. More specifically the MEL officer will:

• Take lead on MEL for the project including support to the partners and project team to enhance progress monitoring evaluation and reporting including data collection analysis and contribution to project reports and publications.
• Ensure documentation of project outcomes including development of knowledge products and advance learning through knowledge dissemination and channels and shared learning/knowledge exchange platforms.
• Take lead on the projects data quality and data management ensuring quality implementation of the projects ME&L framework and ensuring alignment with requirements by both SNV and the project donors.
• Provide support to the project staff project partners and data collection teams to enhance implementation of MEL related activities and achievement of the deliverables.
• Coordinate submission of data and progress reports from project partners conduct data verification and validation exercises and conduct need based physical monitoring visits to assess the quality of project and MEL implementation and the reported milestones/results.
• Contribute to the overall planning and implementation of the learning and knowledge dissemination agenda through collection of evidence development of knowledge products and knowledge dissemination forums/platforms/channels.
• Participate in SNVs project management and MEL team meetings staff meetings and other relevant staff related activities and events.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in a relevant field. Masters degree is an added advantage.
• Relevant certifications in monitoring and evaluation required.
• Minimum of 5 years of work experience in MEL related roles and expertise on the full MEL Management Cycle and practices including excellent knowledge of MEL frameworks tools and evidence generation approaches commonly used in the field including the ability to collect/gather data/information to assess program results and effectiveness
• Experience working with donor funded development projects/programmes. A track record in interventions to development the energy sector in Kenya including off-grid solar systems and clean cooking solutions might be beneficial and an added advantage.
• Excellent technical skills to analyze and interpret data/evidence report-writing skills and proficiency in data management systems and MELs tools and software.
• A demonstrated high-level of professionalism and ability to work independently as part of a team and in compliance with guidelines and deadlines.
• Familiarity with project management principles and the ability to work within project timelines.
• Excellent spoken and written English and strong interpersonal and communication skills including ability to effectively convey findings and recommendations to various stakeholders
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work in dynamic environments and adjust to changing priorities.

Additional Information :

Contract Type: Full Time 

Contract Duration: 4 Months

Expected Start Date: ASAP

How to apply

If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and letter of motivation by 22 August 2025 by clicking on the link: Im interested.

We will require that you provide us with the full details of three people who are willing to act as a reference. We will not contact these references without your explicit permission.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should SNV wish to proceed with your application two interviews with a Selection Committee will take place.

SNV is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time