The Government of the Republic of Zambia, through the Ministry of Education (MOEDU), is committed to enhancing equitable access to quality education as part of various educational initiatives. In line with this mission, we are excited to announce the implementation of the Enhancing Inclusive Quality Learning (EIQuaL) Project, supported by a $14 Million Education Systems and Capacity Grant from the Global Partnership for Education. This project aims to reduce Learning Poverty Levels across the country.

PROJECT GOALS

a) Ensure learners achieve learning outcome targets by age 10, with equitable results for boys and girls;
b) Equip teachers with pedagogical content knowledge, aligned teaching materials, and gender-responsive practices to enhance literacy and numeracy outcomes;
c) Utilize data-informed strategies for targeted and timely support, improving service delivery and learning outcomes; and
d) Reduce gender inequality in educational access, participation, completion, and outcomes for marginalized boys and girls.

PROJECT DURATION

The Enhancing Inclusive Quality Learning (EIQuaL) project is set for a duration of three years, renewable upon satisfactory performance.

GRANT MANAGEMENT

Save the Children will serve as the Grant Agent, responsible for ensuring compliance, fiduciary oversight, and providing technical support for effective project delivery.

Reporting Relationship

The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist (M&E) will report to the Deputy Team Lead – Technical.

Scope and Duties

a) Develop and implement a comprehensive M&E framework aligned to the National M&E and Ministry of Education M&E frameworks;
b) Integrate gender- and disability-responsive indicators into M&E tools and systems;
c) Design and refine indicators, data collection tools, and reporting templates in line with the National M&E and Ministry of Education M&E frameworks;
d) Oversee development of digital data collection tools supporting EMIS and school-level reporting;
e) Facilitate learning reviews, midterm and final evaluations, and dissemination of findings;
f) Support data use for decision-making at national, provincial, and district levels;
g) Promote knowledge sharing and peer learning among stakeholders;
h) Strengthen M&E capacity at decentralized levels;
i) Lead MEAL sections in donor reports, including annual progress assessments;
j) Ensure compliance with GPE reporting requirements and Save the Children MEAL policies; and
k) Contribute to safeguarding and SEAH risk monitoring through M&E systems.

Required Academic and Professional Qualifications

a) Grade twelve (12) School Certificate;
b) Bachelor’s Degree in Demography, Public Policy or equivalent; and
c) Master’s degree in the relevant field or its equivalent will be an added advantage.

Minimum Relevant Pre-Job Experience

Seven (7) years’ experience in M&E roles within large-scale education or development programs.

Desired Competences

a) Experience working with government ministries, especially education;
b) Experience with GPE-funded or similar multilateral education initiatives; and
c) Commitment to inclusive education, gender equality, and child safeguarding.

Desirable Personal Attributes

a) Excellent interpersonal skills and the demonstrated ability to work in a team setting;
b) Excellent oral and written communication skills; pro-activeness and creative problem solving; and
c) Ability to travel extensively to program locations within Zambia and other locations as needed.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive M&E framework aligned to the National M&E and Ministry of Education M&E frameworks;
• Integrate gender- and disability-responsive indicators into M&E tools and systems;
• Design and refine indicators, data collection tools, and reporting templates in line with the National M&E and Ministry of Education M&E frameworks;
• Oversee development of digital data collection tools supporting EMIS and school-level reporting;
• Facilitate learning reviews, midterm and final evaluations, and dissemination of findings;
• Support data use for decision-making at national, provincial, and district levels;
• Promote knowledge sharing and peer learning among stakeholders;
• Strengthen M&E capacity at decentralized levels;
• Lead MEAL sections in donor reports, including annual progress assessments;
• Ensure compliance with GPE reporting requirements and Save the Children MEAL policies; and
• Contribute to safeguarding and SEAH risk monitoring through M&E systems.

• Experience working with government ministries, especially education;
• Experience with GPE-funded or similar multilateral education initiatives;
• Commitment to inclusive education, gender equality, and child safeguarding.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the demonstrated ability to work in a team setting;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; pro-activeness and creative problem solving; and
• Ability to travel extensively to program locations within Zambia and other locations as needed.

• Grade twelve (12) School Certificate;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Demography, Public Policy or equivalent; and
• Master’s degree in the relevant field or its equivalent will be an added advantage.