Monitoring and Evaluation Intern

Main Purpose of the Job: 

The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Intern will provide technical and administrative support to the OVC programme by assisting with routine data collection, data entry, verification, and basic analysis of programme data from implementing partners. The role contributes to accurate tracking of programme outputs and outcomes, strengthens data quality, and supports evidence-based reporting, accountability, and learning within the OVC programme

Main Duties:

A.  Programme Implementation and Coordination

·  Support routine monitoring of OVC programme activities to track implementation against plans and targets.

·  Assist in collecting, compiling, and entering programme data from the field using approved tools and systems.

·Participate in monitoring visits and community outreach activities to support verification of reported data.

· Support coordination with programme staff, community volunteers, and service providers during data collection and follow-up.

· Assist in tracking service delivery for OVC beneficiaries and flag missing or inconsistent data to the M&E Officer.

·Support the organisation and filing of programme documentation, including attendance registers, monitoring tools, and reports.

· Assist in preparing basic activity summaries to support programme review and coordination meetings.

B. Data Management and Quality Assurance

·  Assist with data entry into approved databases and tools in a timely and accurate manner.

· Conduct basic data quality checks to ensure completeness, accuracy, and consistency of collected data.

·   Support data cleaning and organisation under the guidance of the M&E Officer.

·   Help maintain updated and well-organised electronic and hard-copy M&E records.

      · Assist in safeguarding beneficiary data in line with data protection and confidentiality guidelines.
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C.     Reporting, Learning, and Documentation

·       Assist in compiling routine monitoring data for internal reports and donor submissions.

·       Support basic data analysis, including simple counts, percentages, and trends.

·       Assist in preparing tables, charts, and simple visuals using Excel, SPSS, and/or Power BI.

·  Support documentation of lessons learned, challenges, and good practices from OVC programme implementation.

• Assist with preparing materials for review, learning, and coordination meetings.
  

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Statistics or a related field
  
• Prior work experience required; internship, attachment, or volunteer experience in data collection or community programmes is an added advantage.
  
• Familiarity with NGO or community-based programmes, particularly OVC or child-focused interventions, is desirable.
  

 
Skills

•  Basic skills in mobile data collection systems, data entry, and record keeping.
  
•  Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word; working knowledge of SPSS and/or Power BI is an added advantage.
  
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify data errors and inconsistencies.
  
•  Good written and verbal communication skills.
  
•  Ability to work effectively in a team and with diverse stakeholders.
  
•  High level of integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive beneficiary information.
  
•  Willingness to learn, take initiative, and work under supervision in a fast-paced programme environment.