Project Background

Refugee and Host Community Youth Empowerment and Transformation Initiative (RETI) program is implemented by a consortium of Nine partners led by Muni University and in collaboration with the Mastercard Foundation to address unemployment challenges faced by young people aged 15 –35 years in 15 refugee-hosting districts in Uganda. The program will directly reach 100,000 (60,000 female) and aims to transition 70,000 (42,000 female) young people into work. The lead Partner is Muni University, and other partners are Gulu University, Bishop Stuart University; Finn Church Aid, Dan Church Aid, and Community Empowerment for Rural Development, PALM Corps, Meeting Point Kitgum, and Young African Refugees for Integral Development.

Bishop Stuart University (BSU), a private, not-for-profit educational institution established by the Ankole Diocese of the Province of the Anglican Church of Uganda to provide Christian-based higher education, training, research and outreach for the expansion of God’s kingdom, human knowledge and the betterment of society. BSU is a Ugandan university that is academically excellent, innovative in research, critically engaged with society and demographically representative. Bishop Stuart University’s (BSU) mission is; To produce multi-sectoral leaders/operators who know the way, show the way and go the way: BSU is implementing the RETI Project in three districts of Kamwenge, Isingiro and Kikuube.

POSITION: MONITORING EVALUATION AND LEARNING OFFICER (MEL)

REPORTS: PROJECT MANAGER

DUTY STATION: BISHOP STUART UNIVERSITY MAIN CAMPUS

Number of positions: 01

Job Title: Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer.

Main duties and responsibilities:

The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer will be responsible for the design, coordination and implementation of the monitoring and evaluation, research, and learning framework of the Refugee and Host Community Youth Empowerment and Transformation Initiative (RETI) implemented by Bishop Stuart University. He/she will develop a systematic monitoring framework to improve the qualitative and quantitative evidence gathered by the RETI Project. He/she will also provide technical assistance to the Project Assistants and or other consortium members, particularly in relation to monitoring and reporting of the RETI outputs and outcomes.

Specific Duties:

• Assist in the revision of the project log frame matrix, particularly in the areas of performance indicators and their measurement.
• Assist in the development of the project’s quarterly and annual Work Plans and keep them updated in accordance with project activities and timeframes as relevant.
• Develop the overall framework for project M&E, for example, mid-term project review, impact assessment, final evaluation, and develop the project Performance Monitoring Plan with relevant data collection systems.
• Review the quality of existing data in the project subject areas, the methods of collecting it, and the degree to which it will provide good baseline statistics for impact evaluation.
• Participate in the baseline survey for the RETI Project
• Develop a plan for project-related capacity-building on M&E and for any computer-based support that may be required.
• Support project proposals development for Bishop Stuart University
• Track feedback and complaints tracking system of the RETI Project
• Organize and undertake training on M&E as required.
• Implementation of M&E and coordination:
• Collect data regularly to measure achievement against the performance indicators.
• Check data quality with the Project Assistants.
• Maintain and administer the M&E database; analyse and aggregate findings.
• Support project progress reporting, project mid-term review and final evaluation.
• Identify lessons learned and develop case studies to capture qualitative outputs of the project.
• Provide advice to the supervisor on improving project performance using M&E findings.

Communication:

• Produce reports on M&E findings and prepare presentations based on M&E data as required.
• Provide the Project Manager with management information she/he may require.
• Check that monitoring data are discussed in the appropriate forum and in a timely fashion in terms of implications for future action. If necessary, create such discussions to fill any gap.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Project Manager and the Vice Chancellor.

Qualifications Requirements:

Education: First-level university degree in statistics, demographics, public policy, international development, Information Communication Technology, economics, or social sciences. An advanced certificate in M&E, statistics or economics or any postgraduate program with a course in Monitoring and Evaluation is required.

Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a position that implements M&E activities of international development projects.
• Experience in designing, implementing, and operating project M&E systems from project initiation to closeout stages.
• Ability to design and manage Refugee beneficiary monitoring and database systems.
• Experience in strategic planning and performance measurement, including indicator selection, target setting, reporting, database management, and developing M&E and performance monitoring plans.
• Knowledge of the major evaluation methodologies (e.g., qualitative, quantitative, mixed-method, and impact) and data collection and analysis methodologies.
• Experience in planning and managing scientific surveys, including data collection, analysis and reporting.
• Experience in managing and providing training to staff and target beneficiaries.
• Ability to facilitate and serve as project liaison for externally-managed evaluations.
• Languages: Excellent written and spoken command of English.

Competencies:

• Good knowledge of programme implementation, monitoring and evaluation techniques and practices.
• Familiarity with impact assessment is an advantage
• Familiarity with some of the substantive issues handled in programme/project management.
• Good knowledge and experience regarding gender mainstreaming.
• Good moderation, facilitation and training skills.
• Demonstrated ability to liaise and negotiate with the private sector, government and other partners.
• Ability to perform a variety of conceptual analyses required for the formulation, administration and evaluation of projects.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a team and with good interpersonal skills.
• Good computer application skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Ability to work under time pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in diversified environments.

Applicants must be able to communicate in any three of the following languages: English, Kinyabwisha/Kinyarwanda, Kiswahili, Runyankore/Rukiga, Runyoro, or Rutooro.

Applicants must be of strong faith, high integrity and value-adding performers.

Interested candidates should submit five (5) copies of typed application letters together with the latest copies of their curriculum vitae and academic qualifications (clearly indicating the position applied for and the Refugee Settlement of choice) to the address below or hand delivered to the same address not later than Monday, 26th January, 2026.

To: The University Secretary
Bishop Stuart University
P.O. Box 09, Mbarara

Please note that: Only the shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

For any further information, please contact the University Secretary’s Office by email us@bsu.ac.ug
NOTE: Much as Bishop Stuart University is an equal opportunity employer, women and persons with disability are specially encouraged to apply. Any form of solicitation or lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification. For complaints or feedback, call toll-free on 0800300304 or WhatsApp 0753996870, or email: reti_complaints@muni.ac.ug