M&E Field Officer

CABI (Regional Bioscience Centre Pakistan)

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Posted date	9th March, 2026	Last date to apply	22nd March, 2026
Country	Pakistan	Locations	Haroon Abad
Category	Project Management
Salary	45000 (Gross)
Type	Fixed-Term	Positions	2
Experience	2 years

1. Role Purpose

The M&E Field Officer is responsible for supporting the monitoring, evaluation, data verification, and performance tracking of project activities at the field level. The role ensures accurate data collection, quality assurance, compliance with Better Cotton requirements, and timely reporting to support evidence-based decision-making and effective project implementation.

2. Roles & Responsibilities

Lead field-level implementation of monitoring and evaluation activities, including baseline, midline, and endline assessments.
Oversee farmer registration processes and ensure accuracy of digital farmer profiling systems.
Monitor and verify compliance with Better Cotton principles, including soil health, water stewardship, crop protection, biodiversity, and decent work standards.
Conduct regular data quality assessments, spot-checks, and validation visits to ensure reliability and completeness of data
Ensure proper maintenance of monitoring records, attendance sheets, survey tools, and supporting documentation.
Supervise and guide Field Facilitators in accurate and timely data collection procedures.
Manage digital data collection platforms (e.g., Kobo, ODK, CommCare) and ensure timely synchronization and reporting.
Identify data gaps or inconsistencies and coordinate corrective actions with PU Manager and field teams.
Maintain strict confidentiality and secure handling of beneficiary and project information.
Track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in line with Better Cotton compliance and donor requirements.
Contribute to preparation of monthly, quarterly, and seasonal monitoring reports
Provide analytical feedback to the PU Manager and Project Coordinator on trends, adoption rates, and performance gaps.
Compile and analyze data related to adoption of recommended practices (e.g., composting units, soil testing, water conservation, IPM practices).
Support internal and external audits by preparing monitoring documentation and facilitating verification visits.
Participate in planning meetings, review sessions, and capacity-building activities to strengthen M&E systems.
Assist in documentation during special events, stakeholder visits, and project evaluations.

3. Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Statistics, Environmental Sciences, Rural Development, or a related discipline.
2–4 years of experience in Monitoring & Evaluation, preferably in agriculture or rural development projects.
Experience in managing digital data collection tools (Kobo, ODK, CommCare, or similar platforms).
Strong understanding of data quality assurance and reporting standards.
Proficiency in MS Excel and basic data analysis.
Strong communication and coordination skills (Urdu and local language proficiency required).
Willingness to travel extensively within project areas.
Ability to work independently and manage field-based responsibilities effectively.

Contract: 01 year, with three months probation period. The placement will be made through third-party contracting firm.

Other Benefits: Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Communication Allowance, Fuel Allowance, EOBI, paid leaves.

Location: Haroonabad/Fortabbas, District Bahawalnagar. Local candidates will be given preference.

Other details:

CABI (Regional Bioscience Centre) reserves the right to accept or reject application based on operational circumstances.
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for test/interviews. Original documents to be presented at the time of interview.
Candidate having motor bike will be given preference.
Candidate having the relevant experience will be given preference.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES AND STATEMENT OF SAFEGUARDING

We are a thriving international organisation attracting a diverse range of talented people from around the world. Our staff currently comprises over 30 nationalities and as an equal opportunity’s employer we welcome applications from candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, religion, sexual orientation or marital status. No applicant will be disadvantaged by conditions which cannot be shown to be justified and selection will be based on merit. CABI believes that everyone we come into contact with, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation or ethnic origin has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect and exploitation which includes child safeguarding, adult safeguarding, and protection from sexual exploitation and abuse. CABI has a zero-tolerance approach to any attitudes or behaviours that put children or adults at risk of harm. Safeguarding concerns are acts of gross misconduct and are grounds for disciplinary action up to and including, dismissal and referral to relevant authorities for criminal prosecution.