Technical Advisor, M&E at Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI)

Job Descriptions

• CHAI is seeking a highly motivated individual with superior problem-solving skills who is resourceful, collaborative, and proficient in quantitative analysis to support the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) efforts of the PPIUD programs in Nigeria and Ethiopia. 
• The candidate must have a passion for results and a commitment to excellence, and experience with M&E and/or data collection and management.
• The Technical Advisor will be a member of the Applied Analytics Team, and will collaborate daily with CHAI’s global Family Planning and MNH Teams, as well as the Nigerian and Ethiopian country teams.
• The position will be based in Abuja, with anticipated travel to Ethiopia and within Nigeria.

Responsibilities
Support M&E staff in Nigeria and Ethiopia to:

• Develop and implement comprehensive, feasible M&E frameworks that will generate credible, actionable and timely information
• Conduct literature reviews and summarize findings
• Develop data collection tools and protocols
• Develop data management and analysis tools such as databases and dashboards
• Collect baseline data
• Analyze data and conduct data quality assessments in support of strategic decision-making
• Design and conduct other evaluation and operational research studies as necessary
• Disseminate results and facilitate information sharing forums with program management, government partners, and other key stakeholders
• Support in-country staff to develop M&E capacity and create sustainable M&E systems
• Travel up to 60%
• Other responsibilities as requested by supervisor

Qualifications
Specific qualities sought in candidates include:

• Master’s degree strongly preferred, preferably Masters in Public Health (MPH) or Master's in Public Policy (MPP); Bachelor's minimum with exceptional experience
• 4+ years experience working in a results-oriented environment
• Experience developing and managing M&E systems
• Experience with field data collection/research
• Exceptional ability to work independently, to develop and execute work-plans, and to achieve specified goals with limited guidance and oversight in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional diplomatic and interpersonal skills, and an ability to manage challenging multi-cultural, multi-stakeholder situations to achieve intended results
• Experience working in a developing country
• Meticulous work ethic and strong attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and problem solving skills
• Strong communication and writing skills
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills, and high level of proficiency in PowerPoint and Word
• Passion for learning and developing new skills

Plusses

• Experience designing and managing field data collection activities
• Knowledge of global health issues, specifically family planning and maternal health
• Experience working with governments in developing countries
• Experience living in Africa