Recruitment of M&E specialist

Source: World Bank — Ethiopia Program for Results (Hybrid) for Strengthening Primary Health Care Services.

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

CONSULTING SERVICES

COUNTRY:- Ethiopia

NAME OF PROJECT:- Ethiopia Program for Results for Strengthening Primary Health Care Services _ Investment Project Financing (IPF)-Sub component III

Credit No.:  TF B9212/ TF B9194 .

 Assignment Title:- Recruitment of   Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist 

Reference No:- ET-ICS-490655/CS/INDV

1.  BACKGROUND

The Government of Ethiopia has secured financial support from the World Bank for the implementation of the 'Ethiopian PforR for Strengthening Primary Health Care Services' program. This hybrid program includes Investment Project Financing (IPF) subcomponents.
As one of the key implementing entities, the Immigration and Citizenship Service (ICS) is responsible for the implementation of IPF Sub-component III – CRVS Digitalization Project. The successful execution of this project requires significant planning, coordination, and technical oversight.
To ensure efficient and effective monitoring of the project's implementation, ICS is seeking to hire a qualified Senior Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Specialist. The specialist will play a critical role in supporting data-driven decision-making and ensuring alignment with both national and global standards, particularly those related to CRVS systems.

 2.  OBJECTIVE

The primary objective of this consultancy is to design and lead the implementation of a comprehensive Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) framework for the CRVS Digitalization Project. The consultant will ensure that all project activities are effectively monitored, evaluated, and reported in line with the project’s development goals, national CRVS priorities, and World Bank requirements. This role will contribute significantly to improving program performance, accountability, and learning.

3.   SPECIFIC TASKS / ACTIVITIES /

The Senior M&E Specialist will be responsible for overseeing all M&E activities under the CRVS Digitalization Project. Key tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Design and implement a robust M&E framework, including logical frameworks, KPIs, and data collection instruments.
• Align project indicators with national CRVS strategy and global development standards, including those of the World Bank.
• Develop and manage data collection systems for capturing civil registration and health-related information.
• Ensure data quality through periodic audits, validation processes, and capacity-building efforts.
• Promote the integration of CRVS and health information systems for streamlined data exchange.
• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data to track progress and measure impact.
• Prepare and disseminate timely and accurate M&E reports, dashboards, and visual tools.
• Provide evidence-based recommendations for project improvement and policy development.
• Support ICS and Regional Vital Event Registration Agencies in M&E planning, tool development, and reporting.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagements through CRVS technical working groups and coordination meetings.
• Lead baseline, midterm, and endline evaluations of the project.
• Document and share lessons learned, success stories, and case studies.
• Perform additional M&E-related tasks as assigned by the ICS top management or Project Manager.
• Collaborate with other project staff and contribute to day-to-day operations.

 4.   Deliverable

The Senior M&E Specialist will prepare, review other ME regional and team reports and submit monthly, quarterly and yearly reports summarizing the activities undertaken and results achieved in relation to annual plan and M&E framework prepared for the Project. He will follow up together with the other project operational staffs to the delivery and effective planning, monitoring, reporting and verification of the overall implementation process. The specialist will develop detail action plan with deliverables based on the main and specific tasks indicated under section 3 of the ToR.

5.  REPORTING

• The Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will report directly to the Project Manager at ICS.
• The Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will be based in Addis Ababa at the ICS Project Implementation Unit (PIU), with possible travel to regional CRVS offices as required.

6. QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Demography, Population Studies, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in M&E of development programs/projects.
• Experience in CRVS, health information systems, or civil registration programs.
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing M&E frameworks using both qualitative and quantitative methods.
• Familiarity with Ethiopia’s Community Health Extension Program.
• Proficiency in M&E software and data analysis tools.
• Experience working with World Bank-financed projects or similar donor-funded programs.
• Strong analytical, communication, and report-writing skills in English.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multicultural and multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of international CRVS guidelines (e.g., UN Principles and Recommendations).
• Familiarity with World Bank’s CRVS and health-related program approaches.
• Experience in proposal development and fundraising for M&E or health-related projects.

7. Contract Duration and Remuneration

• The contract will be for one year, renewable based on performance and project needs.
• Salary will be negotiated based on qualifications and in accordance with the project pay scale approved by the Ministry of Finance.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are invited to submit their application letter, updated CV, and relevant credentials within ten (10) consecutive days, no later than June 17, 2025, via email to: alemtsehayics21@gmail.com  Please mention the position title in the subject line of your email.
Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Late applications will not be considered.

Immigration and Citizenship Service (ICS)

(ETH PforR SPHS) _ Investment Project Financing (IP)-Sub component III