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CALL FOR A MONITORING, EVALUATION, AND LEARNING (MEAL) CONSULTANT

Background

Background 

Women journalists in Busia, Homa Bay, Migori, and Kakamega counties are increasingly exposed to online violence. This project aims to bolster their digital safety and security through comprehensive training and subsequent mentorship for journalists. 

The Association of Media Women in Kenya (AMWIK) is a National Media Association established in 1982 and registered under the Societies Act as a non-profit membership organization for women journalists from the print, electronic media, and other areas of communication. AMWIK’s vision is a just society in which the press embraces and promotes equitable development and human rights. AMWIK’s mission is to use the media to promote an informed and gender-responsive society through professional and transformative media.  

Project: Enhancing Digital Safety and Security for Women Journalists and Women Human Rights Defenders at the community level.

Scope of Work

The selected consultants will be tasked with the following: 

  • Develop and implement a robust MEL framework aligned with project goals Design data collection tools and methodologies to track project progress of the participants and impact of the project 
  • Monitor project implementation to ensure adherence to work plans and budgets. 
  • Prepare  progress report of the participants and conduct evaluations to assess project effectiveness. 
    • Document lessons learned and best practices. 
    • Provide recommendations for improving the project implementation and achieving desired outcomes. 

Eligibility Criteria

We are looking for consultants who meet the following qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Statistics, Social Sciences, Public Administration, or International Development. 
  • Practical experience providing monitoring and evaluation on digital platforms and use of digital platforms.  
  • At least 3 years’ experience in project implementation and project management consultancies for NGOs. 
  • Strong understanding of monitoring and evaluation principles, methodologies, and best practices. 
  • Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and interpretation using both qualitative and quantitative methods. 
  • Experience in developing and implementing monitoring and evaluation frameworks, including logical frameworks, theory of change, and results frameworks. 
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders and convey complex information clearly and concisely. 
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to identify trends, patterns, and insights from data. 
  • Ability to multi-task, work within given deadlines/schedules, and attention to detail. 

Application Guidelines

Interested candidates, who meet the above requirements, should submit a CV and Cover Letter to info@amwik.org with the subject of the email as “MEAL Consultant”.

The closing date for applications is 12th August 2024. Due to the number of applications expected, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.