The National Lotteries Commission (NLC), a Scheduled 3A entity in terms of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), is a statutory body established in terms of the Lotteries Act (Act 57 of 1997), as amended, with the purpose of regulating South African Lotteries and administering the National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund (NLDTF). Suitably qualified prospective candidates who are South African citizens are invited to submit their applications to fill the position listed below. The National Lotteries Commission is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment, especially in respect of race, gender, and disability.
MONITORING & EVALUATION OFFICER
(LIMPOPO X1, MPUMALANGA X1, GAUTENG X1, FREE STATE X1, NORTHERN CAPE X2)PURPOSE OF THE JOB
We are seeking a dedicated, motivated, and detail-oriented Monitoring and Evaluation Officer to join our team. The role will report to the M&E Specialist and assist in the implementation of M&E frameworks, data collection, analysis, and reporting to support the continuous improvement of our programmes and projects, and grantee compliance. This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to build a career in M&E and gain experience in data-driven decision-making processes.
SALARY SCALE:
Commensurate with qualifications and experience
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree (NQF 7) in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Public Health, Statistics, Economics, or DemographyTraining / Certificate in M&E and / or project management is essentialLanguage Proficiency - must be proficient in at least two of the official / main provincial languagesREQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE Minimum of 3 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation, data analysis, or related roles, preferably in the development or nonprofit sector.Valid driver's Licence and not less than one year's driving experience is essential – note that extensive travel is a requirement for this positionExperience with data collection tools and software (e.g., Excel, SPSS, STATA, Kobo Toolbox, or Power BI) is an advantage.KEY DELIVERABLES Data Collection and Management Conduct data collection activities in the field, ensuring accuracy and consistency of the data.Maintain organised databases and ensure proper documentation of project activities and outcomes.Monitoring Activities Support the implementation of monitoring plans to track project progress against indicators.Review progress reports submitted by grantees to track project progress and grant expenditure.Conduct regular field visits to gather insights and verify the quality of data reported.Assist in identifying and documenting any challenges or risks that may impact project implementation.Grantee Compliance Activities Refer Grantees who have materially breached the terms and conditions of the Grant Agreement to the relevant authorities and listing on Non-Compliant Grantee list.Processing of grant deviation requests from grantees.Evaluation and Analysis Assist in analysing quantitative and qualitative data to measure project outcomes.Preparation of monitoring reports, summarising findings and providing actionable recommendations.Reporting Assist in preparing monthly M&E reports.Contribute to the development of internal reports by providing data and analysis.Capacity Building Assist in building the capacity of grantees to ensure accurate data collection, reporting, and compliance.Work closely with Provincial and Head Office M&E teams to support M&E activities and ensure alignment with M&E targets and objectives.KEY COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS Good interpersonal skills to interact and communicate with stakeholders/grantees.Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong planning and organising skills and attention to detail.Personal Attributes Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Solution-focused and able to take initiative.Demonstrated interest in development work and a commitment to learning.Note: Recommended candidates will be subjected to background verification, social media checks and will form part of the selection process. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The NLC reserves the right not to fill any advertised position(s).
IMPORTANT NOTICE: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Please clearly indicate the province you are applying for in the subject line of your email.If applying for more than one province, an application for each province must be submitted.Only candidates who meet the requirements should apply.Correspondence will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only.CVs from Recruitment Agencies will not be considered.Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.Preference will be given to applicants who reside in the province.Submit your comprehensive CV with qualifications attached to the following email address:
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