Monitoring&Evaluation Speсialist for Expansion and Modernization of Public-School Infrastructure pro

The Ministry of Preschool and School Education of the Republic of Uzbekistan is implementing the “Expansion and Modernization of Public School Infrastructure Project” with support from the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB). As part of the project preparation phase, a Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Specialist will be engaged to support effective implementation by overseeing data collection, conducting analysis, and preparing progress reports. The project aims to improve learning conditions through the construction and modernization of public school infrastructure.

1. OBJECTIVE OF THE ASSIGNMENT

The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will be responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and management of the M&E framework for the Project. The role ensures the systematic tracking, evaluation, and reporting of project progress and outcomes to all stakeholders.

2. SCOPE OF WORK

The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will perform the following tasks:

Development of M&E Framework:

• Design and implement an M&E framework, including methodologies, tools, and indicators to assess project performance.
• Align the framework with AIIB’s results-based monitoring requirements and national education objectives.

Data Collection and Management:

• Develop tools and templates for collecting quantitative and qualitative data.
• Oversee data collection processes and ensure the integrity and accuracy of data gathered.
• Maintain an updated database of all project indicators and milestones.

Performance Monitoring:

• Regularly monitor project activities and progress against agreed-upon performance indicators.
• Identify bottlenecks and recommend corrective actions to ensure alignment with project objectives.

Reporting:

• Prepare periodic monitoring reports, including quarterly and annual progress reports.
• Submit detailed analysis and recommendations to the Project Coordinator and stakeholders.
• Contribute to project completion and impact assessment reports.

Evaluation and Learning:

• Conduct mid-term and final evaluations of the Project’s performance and outcomes.
• Facilitate lessons-learned workshops to improve future implementation strategies.
• Document best practices and success stories.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Work closely with MoPSE, AIIB, and other stakeholders to ensure that M&E findings are integrated into decision-making processes.
• Provide technical guidance on M&E practices to project staff and consultants.

3. DELIVERABLES

The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will be responsible for the following deliverables:

• M&E framework and related tools.
• Quarterly and annual progress reports.
• Mid-term and final evaluation reports.
• Updated project performance indicator database.
• Documentation of lessons learned and best practices.

4. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Higher education degree in monitoring and evaluation, social sciences, public administration, education, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in M&E roles, preferably within projects financed by international financial institutions or development partners.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing M&E systems and tools.
• Fluency in Uzbek and Russian; working knowledge of English is required.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Proficiency in M&E software and data visualization tools.
• Excellent communication and report-writing abilities.

5. OTHER TERMS

Duration of assignment: The contract is valid for the grant implementation period, with a probation period of two months.

Reporting: The Consultant will report to the Project Coordinator and provide updates to MoPSE and AIIB.

Supervision: The Consultant will work under the guidance of the Department for Coordination of Foreign Investments and Grant Projects of MoPSE.

The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will adhere to the following guidelines:

• Terms of the Grant Agreement and AIIB’s monitoring and evaluation policies.
• National education monitoring standards and practices.