We are an international, inter-governmental organization that improves people’s lives

worldwide by providing information and applying scientific expertise to solve problems in

agriculture and the environment. Our approach involves putting information, skills and tools
into people’s hands. CABI’s Member Countries guide and influence our work which is
delivered by scientific staff based in our global network of centres.

CABI is the only organisation worldwide that incorporates a dedicated publishing arm and an independent
science media organisation alongside conducting its own scientific research and applying practical expertise
in digital and other approaches to reach farmers and other stakeholders. Our Member Countries set CABI’s
strategic direction in development, research and scientific publishing, helping countries tackle problems in
agriculture and the environment while addressing global issues of concern such as food and nutrition security,
gender equity and climate change.

Our expertise and skills in

publishing help put knowledge
into context and put it into the
hands of those who need it
most. Our learning resources
build the capacity of farmers,
practitioners and scientists to
improve agricultural practices.

We have over 400 staff based in 16 countries. We have offices in Brazil, China, Ghana, India, Kenya,
Malaysia, Pakistan, Switzerland, Trinidad and Tobago, the UK, the USA and Zambia.

You can learn more at: www.cabi.org

KNOWLEDGE FOR LIFE

M&E Assistant

Job title: M&E Assistant

Location: Sindh (Project Sites), Pakistan

This role is perfect for someone looking to apply their monitoring skills
within an organisation that is focused on capacity building of BCI farmers
and project staff to implement the Better Cotton Standard system.

To apply visit www.cabi.org/careers

THE ROLE
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WHAT YOU’LL DO
ABOUT YOU
• Engage in overall M&E implementation, support quantitative and qualitative data collection
and analysis efforts and monitor and follow up ongoing evaluations, performance
monitoring, learning and capacity-building activities in the field.
• Monitor the field activities based on the project implementation plan using Project
monitoring and evaluation tools and procedures.
• Assist in developing operational monitoring tools (e.g., checklists, questionnaires,
databases, interviews, and survey forms, etc.)
• Collect, enter, and analyse data on monthly basis, depending on project requirements,
while ensuring data accuracy and reliability
• Provide timely inputs to the Producer unit team for new initiatives and improvements on
M&E issues.
• Treat and analyse the data against performance indicators, and inform promptly when
progress against project indicators is ahead or behind target;
• Assist in the finalization of quarterly, annual and final reports;
• Assist in the statistical analysis (using excel or an equivalent tool) for impact assessments;
• Support in the processes for mid and/or final-term evaluations;
• Support in the program learning activities and analysis.
• Perform other duties as required and requested

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• Experience in M&E of projects.

Personal Characteristics
• Strong knowledge of BCI Production principles and Criteria.
• Strong understanding of M&E of projects and developing evaluation reports.
• Experience in implementation/team building, preferably in a development cooperation
context.
• Must have at least one year of experience in supervisory roles, preferably in the agriculture
sector.
• Proven networking, team-building, organizational and communication skills
• Ability to plan work schedules to meet agreed deadlines.
• Experience and ability to work under pressure and within limited timeframes
• Experience in TNA, Training Design, Training Material development and Training
Evaluations.
• Willingness for field visits to interiors of lower Sindh for meetings with farmers.
• Strong technical report writing skills
• Fluency in English, with excellent written and oral communication skills.

ROLE DETAILS
Grade: 03
Reporting to: Project Region Coordinator
Key Peer Groups: Producer Unit Manager
Direct reports: Nil

NOTE
This job description is not intended to be exhaustive. It is expected that the post holder and
CABI will adopt a flexible attitude and accept that the duties may have to be varied according
to circumstances, in particular changing corporate requirements and individual development
needs.

WHAT WE OFFER
We aim to recruit and retain passionate people who have the necessary skills, knowledge and
commitment to help us achieve our mission. Our benefits are designed to make our lives
easier, improve our work-life balance, save money and safeguard our well-being. They
include:

• Competitive salaries;
• 26 days of annual leave, plus public holidays;
• Defined contribution pension scheme with employee contribution;
• A culture committed to being a fully inclusive, enjoyable and fulfilling place to work;
• An Employee Assistance Programme, with a full calendar of health and well-being
initiatives;
• Flexible working options;
• Career development opportunities including internal promotions, mentoring and
Development Bursary to visit another CABI centre;
• Medical insurance and long service awards.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
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
opportunities 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.
STAFF COMMENTS

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Over 140 staff are based at CABI’s

corporate office in Wallingford,
working in Publishing, Sales and
Customer service, IT, Marketing,
Finance, Project Development and
Digital Development.
Africa Americas
Ghana Brazil
CABI, CSIR Campus CABI, UNESP-Fazenda
No.6 Agostino Neto Road Experimental Lageado,
Airport Residential Area FEPAF (Escritorio da
P.O. Box CT 8630, CABI)
Cantonments Rua Dr. Jose Barbosa De
Accra, Ghana Barros 1780
T: +233 (0)302 797 202 Fazenda Experimental
E:westafrica@cabi.org Lageado
CEP: 18.610-307
Kenya Botucatu, San Paulo, Brazil
CABI, Canary Bird T: +55 (14) 3880 7670
673 Limuru Road, E: y.colmenarez@cabi.org
Muthaiga
P.O. Box 633-00621 Trinidad & Tobago
Nairobi, Kenya CABI, 59 Gordon Street,
T: +254 (0)20 2271000/20 Curepe, St. Augustine
E:africa@cabi.org TUNAPUNA 331323
Trinidad & Tobago
Zambia
T: +1 868 6457628
CABI, Southern Africa E: caribbeanLA@cabi.org
Centre
5834 Mwange Close
USA
Kalundu, P.O. Box 37589
Lusaka, Zambia CABI, One Lincoln Street
T: +260 967619665 24th Floor
E: southernafrica@cabi.org Boston, MA 02111
T: +1 (617) 682 9015
E: h.jansen@cabi.org
Asia Europe
China Netherlands
CABI, Beijing CABI, Landgoed Leusderend 32
Representative 3832 RC Leusden
Office The Netherlands
Internal Post Box 85 T: +31 (0)33 4321031
Chinese Academy of E: netherlands@cabi.org
Agricultural Sciences
12 Zhongguancun Nandajie Switzerland
Beijing 100081, China CABI, Rue des Grillons 1
T: +86 (0)10 82105692 CH-2800 Delemont
E: china@cabi.org Switzerland
T: +41 (0)32 4214870
India E: europe-CH@cabi.org
CABI, 2nd Floor, CG Block,
NASC Complex, DP UK
Shastri Marg CABI, Nosworthy Way
Opp. Todapur Village, Wallingford, Oxfordshire
PUSA OX10 8DE, UK
New Delhi – 110012, India T:+44 (0)1491 832111
T: +91 (0)11 25841906 E: corporate@cabi.org
E: india@cabi.org
CABI, Bakeham Lane
Malaysia Egham, Surrey
CABI, PO Box 210 TW20 9TY, UK
43400 UPM Serdang T: +44 (0)1491 829080
Selangor, Malaysia E: microbialservices@cabi.org
T: +60 (0)3 894329321 E: cabieurope-uk@cabi.org
E: cabisea@cabi.org
Pakistan
CABI, Opposite 1-A,
Data Gunj Baksh Road
Satellite Town, PO Box 8
Rawalpindi-Pakistan
T: +92 51 9292062/ +92 51
8434979
E: cabi.cwa@cabi.org