About the Job
Agriterra is looking to recruit one (1) Monitoring Evaluation and Learning (MEL) in Uganda. As PMEL Specialist you will support the regional team composed of project leads and a regional manager, in the Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (PMEL) related activities to ensure the impact of Agriterra’s work can be monitored and demonstrated towards relevant stakeholders.
In this position you work in collaboration with other Regional PMEL Specialists and the HQPMEL Specialist assigned to the region, all coordinated by the Regional Operations Manager and the PMEL Coordinator.
You will support the regional team with the implementation of the programs currently running in the region, especially Uganda as well any other program within the region you may be assigned.
Among other tasks you will be responsible for reviewing and ensuring proper registration of data and documentation in our reporting software agro-info.net (AIN) in relation to action plans, activities, beneficiary organisations and results, by training, coaching and daily communicating your findings with the project leads of these programs. In addition, you will support the analysis of data to identify potential risks in the implementation of programs and proactively communicate your findings to the project leads and regional manager, as well as support the preparation of internal and external reports
Task and Responsibilities
Developing and Aligning MEAL Frameworks with Donor Requirements
- Support refinement and implementation of the project’s MEL system.
- Assist in developing programme goals, objectives, tools, and strategies (including databases).
- Ensure the project’s MIS system is fully functional, updated, and consistently monitored.
- Collaborate with the field team to support data registration and entry into FORT’s MIS and AIN systems.
Coordinating MEAL Efforts Across Consortium Partners
- The MEAL expert will facilitate collaboration among consortium members, aligning MEAL processes and timelines, and providing technical support to partners to uphold data quality and project alignment.
Monitoring Economic and Social Impact
- Assessing the financial, social, and operational impact of our projects on cooperatives, ensuring that both the consortium’s and Agriterra’s objectives are achieved, with positive outcomes for cooperative members and communities.
Ensuring Data Quality and Integrity
- Leading data collection and analysis efforts and tracking key metrics such as cooperative growth, financial performance, and community impact. This role ensures that all data collected from consortium partners meets donor and Agriterra standards.
Conducting Evaluations and Ensuring Compliance in Reporting
- Leading mid-term and final evaluations, compiling reports that align with donor requirements, and presenting consolidated findings from all consortium partners on project progress, challenges, and impact.
Facilitating Knowledge Sharing and Best Practices
- Organizing learning exchanges within the consortium and Agriterra to share insights, address challenges, and promote collaborative problem-solving among the partners.
Promoting Accountability and Feedback Mechanisms
- Establishing accessible feedback channels for all the stakeholders of the program, ensuring transparency and responsiveness in project implementation and addressing any emerging issues.
Adapting Strategies Based on Insights and Feedback
- Using data and feedback from consortium partners and cooperatives to recommend strategy adjustments, ensuring that all interventions remain effective, resilient, and aligned with both donor expectations and cooperative needs.
What do you bring
Educational background
- A degree in a relevant discipline of statistics, evaluation science, Monitoring and Evaluation, social sciences, or other related degree).
Experience
- 3 years of experience in PMEL / M&E role Demonstrated experience developing and working with logical frameworks, performance monitoring, data validation, and donor reporting
Sector Knowledge
- Proven experience working with databases and interactive data visualization software (e.g., Power BI) Familiar with Microsoft Office 365.
- A high command of Excel is a plus
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Fluent in English both speaking and writing
Other Requirements
- Required competencies: strong analytical and digital skills, troubleshooter, innovator,punctual, attention to detail.
What awaits you at Agriterra
- A position that requires you to show initiative and to operate in a dynamic network with the opportunity to exchange with and learn from colleagues across the world.
- A salary in scale 10 based in the Agriterra Uganda scale
- Additional benefits respecting the country’s legislation and Agriterra’s HR Policy. A collegial and ambitious work environment with a focus on achieving results.
How to connect with us
Are you interested in this position, and you fit the profile? Apply with a cover letter and curriculum vitae by sending an e-mail to vacancy@agriterra.org to the attention of Jim Liseki Kambale, Acting Regional Manager of Agriterra in the African Great Lakes Region, before 12 December 2025.