Name of Position : Monitoring & Evaluation Expert
Number of Positions : 1 (one)
Method of Recruitment : Contractual through open market
Age Limit : Candidates should be below 50 years of age as on the date of advertisement.
Location of Posting : Hyderabad
Remuneration (per month) : Rs.1,00,000/- (Consolidated inclusive of allowances)
Education Qualifications :
Essential : • Master’s degree in Statistics, social sciences, development studies, economics, or a related field
Desirable :
• Strong knowledge of IT, Communications technologies, trends, and best practices.
• Experience working in a similar capacity within the public sector, preferably with state or central government departments or agencies.
• Familiarity with the socio-economic context and development challenges specific to the state or region where the State Support Mission operates.
• Certification or training in specialized M&E methodologies, such as Theory of Change, Outcome Mapping, or Participatory Monitoring and Evaluation.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software allows for data – driven decision making and evidence – based programming.
Experience :
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in monitoring and evaluation, preferably in the development sector or government agencies.
• Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing M&E frameworks, including the development of logical frameworks, performance indicators, and data collection methodologies. Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative research methods, data analysis techniques, and statistical software applications.
• Familiarity with Data Analysis and Visualization tools like Stata, R, Tableau, Power BI, or other tolls to effectively present the Data.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret complex data and generate actionable insights.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate M&E findings to diverse audiences through written reports, presentations, and stakeholder engagements.
• Experience working with government institutions, multilateral agencies, and/or NGOs on M&E-related projects.
• Familiarity with results-based management principles, theory of change approaches, and impact evaluation methodologies.
• Ability to work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams and adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Willingness to travel within the state and
• occasionally outside the state for project-related activities.
Job description / Duties & Responsibilities :
• Maintain synergy between the Planning Department, LKI and NITI Aayog
• To assist state in achieving its objectives in collaboration with NITI Aayog and the LKI
• Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks for assessing the effectiveness and impact of government policies and programs.
• Design and conduct evaluations, impact assessments, and performance reviews of various development initiatives supported by the State Support Mission.
• Establish data collection systems, indicators, and tools to track progress towards program objectives and outcomes.
• Provide technical guidance and capacity-building support to government officials and program staff on M&E methodologies and practices.
• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to ensure the timely collection, analysis, and reporting of monitoring data.
• Prepare comprehensive reports, dashboards, and presentations to communicate M&E findings and recommendations to decision-makers.
• Support the integration of M&E findings into policy formulation, program design, and implementation processes.
• Ensure compliance with donor requirements, government regulations, and international standards for monitoring and evaluation.
• Any other duties assigned by the State Support Mission related to monitoring, evaluation, and learning activities.
• Assist State in strengthening the monitoring and evaluation ecosystem
• Create and facilitate cross learning platforms
• Documentation of activities and emerging good practices performed
• Support in preparation of State, regional and sectoral reports on regular basis
• Support regular updates on progress in State usingthe dashboard/portal maintained by NlTl Aayog
• Support in organizing workshops and other events, including preparation of inputs for the workshops
• Any other tasks assigned by the supervisor (Team Leader) as may be necessary in the interest of the Mission
Knowledge and Skills :
• Experience in Stake holder management
• Experience in drafting reports and reviewing detailed project Reports
• Prior experience with Government, UN agencies and other international organizations is desirable.
• Knowledge and experience related to National/State planning
• Excellent Analytical & Problem-solving skills
Languages Requirements :
• Excellent verbal and written English, Telugu language skills and demonstrate ability to communicate effectively in a multi-cultural Environment.
Leave :
• Entitled to have State government enlisted holidays
• Individuals will be entitled to leaves of (18) days in the entire year
Apply Here: : https://planningonboarding.cgg.gov.in/erecruitment