Jobs at Department of Water Supply & Sanitation, Punjab

Post Name
M&E cum MIS Specialist [SBM (G)
Qualification
Essential a) A post graduate degree in Statistics/Social Policy/Economics/Computer Science from a recognised and reputed University/Institute with minimum 55% marks. b) Proficiency in using statistical packages like SAS, SPSS, STRATA, MS Office, and other related software. Desirable a) Knowledge to Read, write and speak Punjabi language. b) Thorough knowledge of monitoring & evaluation, data dissemination techniques, generation of reports & documentation.
Last Date 18/09/2019
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Terms of Reference: M&E cum MIS Specialist [SBM (G)] 

[For implementing Swachh Bharat Mission (Gramin) (ODF Q&S, ODF PLUS, SLWM & GOBAR-DHAN SCHEME) 

Purpose/ Background/ Objective  

Under the Swachh Bharat Mission, Government of India has emphasised that the highest priority be accorded to rural sanitation to promote cleanliness, hygiene and on elimination of open defecation for improvement in the quality of life of the rural population. 

The World Bank has sanctioned the Punjab Rural Water and Sanitation Sector Improvement Project of India with an objective to improve water and sanitation service levels, reduce open defecation, and strengthen service delivery arrangements in targeted villages of Punjab. 

Department of Water Supply and Sanitation Punjab are executing the aforesaid World Bank Project in Punjab. 

The project is scheduled for 6 years from 2015 to 2021, and its implementation has already commenced in all 22 districts of the State of Punjab.  

Educational Qualifications  

Essential 

a) A post graduate degree in Statistics/Social Policy/Economics/Computer Science from a recognised and reputed University/Institute with minimum 55% marks. 

b) Proficiency in using statistical packages like SAS, SPSS, STRATA, MS Office, and other related software. 

Desirable 

a) Knowledge to Read, write and speak Punjabi language. 

b) Thorough knowledge of monitoring & evaluation, data dissemination techniques, generation of reports & documentation.  

Experience Requirements

Essential 

a)At least 5 years of experience in monitoring & evaluation of social sector projects, monitoring & evaluation of MIS systems, data analysis, database applications with capabilities to generate customised reports and compilation etc. in Government or nonGovernment organisation. 

b) Knowledge of evaluation, monitoring and appraisal of Rural Development Programmes. 

Desirable 

a) Familiarity with programming language like PHP, Dot Net, and JAVA will be an added advantage. b) Experience of working in complex, multi stakeholder, fast moving environment and ability to work under pressure, respecting strict deadlines and multi-tasking. c) Experience in developing monitoring and validation systems with evidence based learning’s. d) Familiarity with monitoring & evaluation indicators.  

Key deliverable s

a) To strengthen monitoring platforms of SBM Punjab, SBM-G, through real-time monitoring of processes and results and contributing to decision-making for course correction. 

b) To ensure that a robust knowledge management mechanism is developed, rolled-out and disseminated for SBM-G, enabling improved planning, implementation and mid-course corrections for achieving results, based on SMART indicators. 

c) To develop M&E framework for effective utilisation of data available on GOI & SBM Punjab IMIS. 

d) To provide support in mapping of MIS data of GOI IMIS & SBM Punjab MIS. 

e) To facilitate meetings, workshops and coordinate with web developer and other functional team for planning, designing/development, and implementation. 

f) To maintain SBM Punjab MIS and assist the DWSS IT Cell for its integration with the DWSS MIS (www.pbdwss.in). 

g) To ensure monthly/quarterly analysis of progress reports, with qualitative interpretation of trends, bottlenecks, and issues requiring corrective attention. 

Other deliverables

 a) To develop and interpret district report cards (monthly) of SBM-G for all districts as well as the State and suggesting action to bridge gaps. 

b) To analyse physical and financial progress, IVA reports and prepare status report for SBM (G) meetings. 

c) To critically analyse the gaps and suggest solutions for improving existing MIS application. 

d) To undertake planning and development of modules, reports in SBM Punjab MIS. 

e) To identify & flag gaps in MIS and develop effective solutions for improving existing MIS application. 

f) To develop indicators, related targets, sampling procedures for supplementing M&E process of implementing partners and other stakeholders. 

g) To liaison with State, Government of India officials, technology partners and other stakeholders for development of a strong monitoring network. 

h) To assist in organising review meetings, seminars, workshops, on M&E aspect of the SBM (G) program. 

i) To provide capacity building support at the state and district levels on M&E for SBM-G.

j) To analyse and evaluate data to ensure achievements of objectives and develop presentations and written products on the findings. 

k) To facilitate learning-oriented analysis and presentation sessions of M&E data with multiple stakeholders. 

l) To have familiarity with and a supportive attitude towards processes of strengthening organisational M&E and reporting capacity. 

m) To prepare consolidated final report including identification of problems, causes of potential bottlenecks in implementation, and providing specific recommendations.

n) To promote a results-based approach for monitoring and evaluation, emphasizing results and impacts. 

o) To include a sustainability plan for the project activities in the final report and an exit strategy that guarantees the sustainability and continuity of activities inside the communities. 

p) To attend various capacity building programs/events/workshops carried by State and Central Government. 

q) To undertake any other tasks as may be assigned by Head of Department.

Review of work/Reporting Authority

HOD and Secretary of the department

Remuneration 

a) Rs 1, 00,000/- per month negotiable depending upon qualification, experience & skills (including communication allowance). 

b) Travel reimbursement as per Punjab Government TA Rules.

Age Requirements

Minimum Age: 35 years

Duration of Appointment  

Initial appointment shall be for a period of 12 months (it can be further extended based on performance).