Strategic Information and Knowledge Management (SKM) Director at Devex

Details:

• Devex is assisting a leading anti-poverty organization at the forefront of social change for vulnerable communities in its search for a Strategic Information and Knowledge Management (SKM) Director to be based in Abuja, Nigeria. He/she should be a Nigerian national.
• S/he will support the “Integrated Most at-risk populations HIV/AIDS Prevention Program” (IMHIPP). IMHIPP includes HIV/AIDS prevention and health services in seven states with over 100 staff and a project budget of over $29 million. IMHIPP mitigates the impact of HIV/AIDS on key affected populations (KAP) and their partners. The project focuses on providing targeted, high-quality HIV prevention, sexual transmitted infection (STI) diagnosis and management, HIV testing services (HTS), referrals for HIV treatment, and other related activities.
• The SKM Director will report to the Deputy Chief of Party and Country Director and will have 3 direct reports as well as responsibility for a team of field M&E officers. The SKM Director is responsible for supporting the planning and implementation of research, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), and learning for Nigeria HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and treatment programming. S/he will lead, support, and manage the development and implementation of M&E systems and mechanisms for Nigerians and its local partners. This role involves at least 25% travel.
• The ideal candidate is a public health professional committed to human rights with at least 5 years of M&E experience and 2-3 years in a supervisory role.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Routine Program Monitoring and Reporting

• Develop and implement Performance Monitoring and Evaluation Plans to include clearly defined indicators that reflect a causal model or results framework, operational protocols for collecting data and a system for the consistent and accurate collection, collation, analysis and use of data as well as clarity on the evaluation approach for outcome and impact level results
• Lead the planning, co-ordination and implementation of the overall Nigeria M&E team work plans
• Implement standard operating procedures to ensure accurate and timely data reporting, minimization of risks, and adherence to data quality standards, including periodic internal Routine Data Quality Assessments, and, where necessary,make adjustments as per the data audit findings
• Ensure timely and accurate quarterly reporting and support the preparation of annual reports for Nigeria

Capacity Building

• Provide and support planning and implementation of trainings in project monitoring and reporting as needed by Nigeria staff and local implementing partners
• Support the state offices to build the capacity of programs staff/in M&E including the design of relevant tools used by Nigeria team and partners. Assess the monitoring and evaluation needs of local implementing partners and developing capacity building plans to address the needs identified

Evaluation, Learning, and Research

• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis to inform documentation of progress, impact, and lessons learned from Nigeria programs
• Manage the process of program learning and contribute program learning to Nigeria communications and knowledge management initiatives, ensuring the communication of best practice recommendations are promoted within Nigeria and to external organizations
• Lead and coordinate the planning and implementation of periodic impact evaluation studies and research studies, in conjunction with the Technical Advising team, and ensure that all such activities are in line with organization policies and practices

External Engagement, Strategic Planning, and Program Development

• Establish SKM team objectives for forwarding achievement of the organizational strategic plan; ensuring adherence to quality and timelines of the deliverables
• In conjunction with Director of Programs, undertake new program development, including the development of concept notes and project/program proposals
• Represent the organization in meetings, workshops, and conferences with external stakeholders such as other development & CSO partners, donors, government and technical working groups

Qualifications

• Commitment to international human rights
• Degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, international health, or related discipline
• Master´s degree preferred
•  Minimum of 5 years’ experience in monitoring and evaluation at the community, state and national levels. Experience must include;
• Health programs, preferably related to HIV/AIDS and reproductive health
• Use of data to inform decision making, communication, planning resource allocation and other strategic initiatives
• Demonstrated understanding of and familiarity with data processing, database design, data entry systems, and health information systems
• Working knowledge of quantitative and qualitative evaluation research methods as well as descriptive, inferential, and advanced statistics
• Ability to work with ACCESS, Excel, Epi Info and SPSS/Stata
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time and complete projects in a fast-paced, changing environment with minimal supervision
• Quality Management – always looking for ways to improve and promote quality
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills
• Knowledge of Local Language preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Internet Explorer, Outlook/Exchange, Windows operating systems, Power Point