Monitoring, Learning and Evaluation Officer at African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET)

Background

• AFENET is implementing a project to improve use and quality of PHC data in Nigeria. The project aims to improve data quality, specifically accuracy, completeness and use, using a human centered behavioral science (HCD-BS).
• Planned activities are geared towards improving data quality and use under the hypothesis that completeness and accuracy of routine PHC data is affected by behavioral, technical and organizational factors. AFENET seeks the services of qualified culturally competent personnel to implement the project in six states in northern Nigeria.

Scope of work

• This is a full-time position to be recruited specifically for this project and to be stationed at the national office in Abuja with travel to implementing states. S/he will work closely with the Team Lead and project managers to ensure set objectives and targets are achieved and follow up with the project team members to achieve project deliverables. S/he should have optimal knowledge of PHC operations in Nigeria and knowledge in developing and implementing MLE framework for large projects.  In addition, S/he should have ability to facilitate trainings and work in diverse settings

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of the monitoring learning and evaluation (MLE) component for the project including   monitoring progress towards achievement of its objectives
• Provide technical input into monitoring. learning and evaluation components of funding and project proposals
• Provide technical assistance on evaluation design and implementation.
• Provide technical assistance to project team to develop, update and implement monitoring and evaluation of their respective states
• Assist in developing M&E protocols and data collection tools and training field staff in usage.
• Enter and manage M&E data, generate findings/results and translate these into actionable recommendations.
• Conduct internal data quality audits for quality assurance purposes.
• Support project staff and donor to understand MLE requirements and procedures including indicators, definitions and targets.
• Maintaining an updated filing system for all MLE data and resultants reports, including for funding agreements/project reports
• Foster reflection and dialogue on the evaluation process and outcomes both within the Organization and with key stakeholders.
• Support analysis/review of project report and provision of feedback to the to the project staff on regular basis
• Support/lead report writing to donor and other relevant stakeholders with clear documentation of lessons learnt, best practices and success stories
• Travel to the field for data collection and monitor completeness and quality of data collected for project evaluation

Required Qualification/ Experience

• A Degree in Public Health, Statistics, Social Sciences, Development Studies or relevant discipline plus an advanced certificate in M&E
• Demonstrable and proven practical experience of at least Two (2) years of implementing monitoring, learning and evaluation activities in Public Health related organizations and institutions
• Experience in reporting on MLE findings through reports and PowerPoint presentations
• Proof of applied skills and experience in designing, implementation and operating MLE systems from project initiation to close out; experience in international NGO sector is an advantage.
• Knowledge of the primary health care system in Nigeria is an advantage

Knowledge requirements/Skills:

• Knowledge and skills in monitoring, learning and evaluation methodology, including ability to develop/interpret a logic model and an evaluation plan
• Ability to design monitoring, learning and evaluation activities for public health programs or projects
• Ability to organize and communicate with, staff from many organizations to work together, including organization of meetings and workshops
• Skills in developing MLE indicators and data collection plans for research or applied evaluation projects including social science projects
• Knowledge of the primary health care system in Nigeria is an advantage
• Excellent skills in conducting qualitative and quantitative data analysis using statistical and/or qualitative software (EPIinfo, Stata, SPSS, NVIVO, an others)
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills, results oriented
• Excellent written and oral communication, including presentation skills.
• Ability to work with diverse and multi-cultural teams, donors and government