Project Summary:
MSI will design and conduct as many workshops and trainings as necessary to
build the capacity of USAID/Kenya AORs, CORs, and Program Development Assistants
in conducting high quality Data Quality Assessments (DQAs). MSI will also
accompany recently trained Mission-led DQA teams in DQA activities. The main
objective of the DQA exercise will be for USAID staff to develop a thorough
understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of the data they use and to take
steps to improve data quality, where necessary. The resultant DQA will inform
USAID/Kenya’s strategic programming decisions, the design of future performance
monitoring plans, and completion of the FY 2013 Performance Plan Report.
Position Summary:
The DQA Advisor will work to develop the capacity of USAID staff so that they
have a thorough understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of the data they
use and to take steps to improve data quality, where necessary. S/he will
accompany DQA teams in an oversight, mentorship, and quality control role.
Responsibilities:
The DQA Advisor will train USAID staff to:
• Verify and validate performance to ensure that data is of reasonable quality
based on the five data quality standards outlined in ADS 203.3.5.1.
• Review data collection, maintenance, and processing procedures for consistent
and adequate application.
• Recommend how any identified data quality limitations can be addressed.
• Prepare indicator reference sheets per Agency guidance.
Qualifications:
• Minimum of ten years of relevant experience in monitoring donor programs;
managing evaluations is a plus.
• Advanced degree, Masters or above, in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of seven years conducting DQAs or other data quality reviews,
including experience conducting DQAs in the sectors of agriculture, business,
environment, and health.
• Ability to work in a small team, under time constraints, working with a donor
and wide range of implementing partners.
• General training experience is required; experience training USAID or
implementing partner staff in conducting DQAs is a plus.
• Familiarity with USAID’s ADS Chapter 203 and TIPS #12: Data Quality Standards
required.
• Experience working with USAID is a plus; experience conducting this type of
work with other donor-funded projects is required.
• Experience in Kenya or East Africa is a plus.
Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will
be contacted. No phone calls, please.
