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Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation (PME) Officer, NIMD Kenya

The Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy (NIMD) strengthens inclusive, peaceful, and accountable democratic systems. In Kenya, NIMD works with political actors, democratic institutions, and civil society organizations to enhance inclusion, dialogue, and democratic accountability at national and county levels. To strengthen their team, NIMD Kenya is look for a:

Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation (PME) Officer

Nairobi, Kenya

The Position

The Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation (PME) Officer will support the design, coordination, and implementation of NIMD Kenya’s planning and results framework. The role ensures strong integration between programme implementation, monitoring, and evidence-based learning processes to promote adaptive management, accountability, and high-quality programming aligned with organizational and donor requirements. This role reports directly to the Country Director.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

Programme Design, Planning, and Implementation

  • Lead integrated planning processes, including workplans, scheduling, and alignment between programme objectives, outputs, and budgets.
  • Lead the development and refinement of theories of change, logical frameworks, and results frameworks, ensuring activities are translated into measurable indicators.
  • Support implementation and coordination of assigned programme components, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery in collaboration with internal teams and partners.
  • Coordinate partners, consultants, and key stakeholders to ensure effective execution of programme interventions.
  • Ensure continuous use of monitoring data and field insights to inform adaptive decision-making, programme improvement, and proposal development
  • Track implementation progress against workplans, budgets, and deliverables, and contribute to timely problem-solving and course correction.

Monitoring & Data Management

  • Lead tracking of programme progress against approved logframes, workplans, and performance indicators.
  • Develop and manage data collection tools and systems, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and reliability of data.
  • Conduct routine data quality assurance checks, verification exercises, and data audits.
  • Maintain centralized programme data repositories and documentation systems.
  • Generate regular monitoring updates and flag performance trends, risks, and gaps for management attention.

Evaluation, Learning & Adaptive Programming

  • Coordinate and support baseline studies, mid-term reviews, end-line evaluations, and other learning exercises.
  • Facilitate structured reflection sessions with programme teams and partners to assess progress and inform adaptation.
  • Document lessons learned, case studies, and best practices to strengthen programme quality and strategic positioning.
  • Ensure systematic integration of evidence and learning into programme design, adaptation, and future interventions.
  • Translate data and field insights into actionable recommendations for programme improvement

Reporting & Compliance

  • Lead and contribute to the preparation of high-quality reports to institutional donors.
  • Develop analytical briefs, dashboards, and internal progress updates to support decision-making.
  • Ensure compliance with donor monitoring, reporting, and results frameworks.
  • Support audits and compliance processes related to programme performance and data management.

Capacity Strengthening & Coordination

  • Provide training, coaching, and technical support to staff and partners on results-based management and PME tools.
  • Strengthen partner capacity in monitoring, reporting, and data management practices.
  • Promote a culture of adaptive management, accountability, and evidence-based decision-making across the office.
  • Work closely with Programme and Finance teams to ensure alignment between programme implementation, budgets, and results tracking.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
  • 3-7 years of professional experience in planning, monitoring, and evaluation within governance, democracy, civil society, or development programming.
  • Demonstrated experience in supporting or coordinating programme implementation and results-based management processes.
  • Experience in developing theories of change, logical frameworks, and performance measurement systems.
  • Familiarity with EU, UN or other major donor reporting frameworks is highly desirable.
  • Proficiency in data management tools (e.g., KoboToolbox, ODK, Excel; familiarity with Power BI or similar tools is an advantage)

Core Competencies

  • Ability to integrate quantitative and qualitative data into clear and actionable programme insights.
  • Strong planning, coordination, and organizational skills with attention to detail.
  • Capacity to link programme implementation with monitoring, evaluation, and evidence-based learning processes.
  • Strong facilitation skills for reflection, learning, and planning sessions.
  • High level of integrity and discretion in politically sensitive environments.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a small, dynamic team

What We Offer

  • Opportunity to shape and strengthen an integrated PME and adaptive programming function.
  • Direct contribution to democratic governance programming in Kenya.
  • Collaborative, mission-driven team environment.
  • A flexible work schedule

Application Details

Interested candidates are invited to submit a concise CV and a cover letter (maximum 1 page) outlining their suitability for the role to infokenya@nimd.org by Friday, 10 April 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.