Monitoring Analyst
Development Bank of Southern Africa DBSA · Johannesburg, Gauteng
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- Provide analytical and technical support to the Monitoring Specialist by collecting, consolidating, and analysing monitoring data across projects and programmes. The role contributes to the production of high-quality development impact reports and monitoring frameworks that support institutional performance tracking and decision-making.
Key Responsibilities Monitoring Support and Data Management
- Collect, clean, and validate monitoring data from various project and programme units.
- Support the maintenance and enhancement of the Bank's centralised monitoring data repository.
- Align monitoring inputs with institutional performance indicators and development impact metrics.
- Assist in the development and refinement of data collection tools and templates.
Reporting
- Assist in the coordination and documentation of the Development Results Working Group activities and outputs.
- Support the preparation of dashboards, visual presentations, and summary reports for internal and external stakeholders.
- Contribute to the preparation of periodic monitoring reports, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and alignment with reporting standards.
- Coordinate with internal teams to gather inputs and ensure timely submission of monitoring deliverables.
Modelling and Country Risk Support
- Support data analysis and the application of economic modelling techniques to derive insights from monitoring data.
- Assist in the preparation of country risk assessments and development impact projections.
- Collaborate with economists and analysts to integrate monitoring data into broader institutional models and frameworks.
Operational Execution
- Collaborate with team members to efficiently carry out tasks, utilising technology tools to enhance productivity.
- Maintain accuracy and attention to detail in all deliverables, maintaining high standards of quality.
- Support seamless operations through diligent and precise work.
Communication and Coordination
- Communicate and coordinate within the monitoring team and other departments.
- Convey information, expectations, and updates to team members and stakeholders.
- Promote an open and inclusive communication environment and act as a liaison to foster strong relationships.
- Use appropriate communication tools and platforms to maintain efficient and transparent information flow.
Stakeholder Engagement and Problem-solving
- Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to support monitoring and evaluation initiatives.
- Facilitate open communication, actively listen, and foster a cooperative environment for problem-solving.
- Share information and insights that support informed decision-making and continuous improvement.
Key Measurements of Outputs
- Accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of monitoring data collected and validated
- Quality and reliability of the centralised monitoring data repository maintained
- Alignment of monitoring inputs with institutional performance indicators and impact metrics
- Effectiveness and usability of data collection tools and templates developed or refined
- Quality and clarity of dashboards, visual presentations, and summary reports produced
- Timeliness and accuracy of periodic monitoring reports submitted
- Contribution to Development Impact Working Group activities and documentation
- Effectiveness of data analysis and economic modelling support for country risk assessments
- Integration of monitoring data into institutional models and frameworks
Expertise & Technical Competencies Minimum Qualification
- Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Development Studies, Public Policy or any related qualification.
Minimum Experience
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in monitoring, data collection, analysis, or reporting.
- Experience supporting monitoring systems or frameworks in a development finance or public policy context.
- Strong understanding of monitoring systems and tools used in development finance.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and data visualisation tools.
- Familiar with economic modelling and development results indicators.
Desirable Requirements
- Experience working with results-based management frameworks.
- Basic knowledge of public policy and regulatory frameworks related to development impact.
- Postgraduate degree in Development Studies, Public Policy, Economics or any related qualification
- Certification in Monitoring and Evaluation, Data Analysis or Project Management.
Deadline:14th August,2026