Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist at National Democratic Institute

Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist: Nigeria (Local Position)
Job Function: International
Department: Central & West Africa
Location: Nigeria

SUMMARY:
Based in Abuja, Nigeria, the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Specialist would support the National Democratic Institute's (NDI) Resident Director to draft and oversee program implementation plans and performance management plans (PIP/PMP) by performing the duties listed below. Position is conditional upon receipt of funding. Applicants must have Nigerian citizenship to be eligible for this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

•     Leads and coordinates the design and implementation of performance monitoring plans and work plans, in close consultation with the Resident Director and other senior staff.
•     Develops indicators of success and methods of measurement and conducts baseline assessments based on the program's objectives.
•     Develops tools for collecting information necessary to monitor and evaluate program activities such as surveys, interviews and focus groups; identifies relevant secondary sources of information; trains staff to use these tools/sources; and oversees the collection of M&E data.
•     Collects data on program results and impact, and based on this information, prepares and submits regular reports in accordance with internal and external reporting requirements.
•     Coordinates reporting required for the Nigeria program.
•     Trains and assists program staff to identify and highlight achievements of stated objectives and outcomes.
•     Assists program staff to produce publications for key civic, political, and donor audiences that illustrate best practices, lessons learned, success stories and the value of NDI's program in Nigeria.
•     Ensures that M&E findings and reports are effectively shared with appropriate headquarter teams.
•     Analyzes program priorities and timelines to ensure that they are realistic and achievable.
•     Coordinates the regular flow of information regarding program activities to NDI's headquarter, donors, partners, stakeholders, and program staff.
•     Participates in a continuous assessment of program partners and participants to gather input for current and future program needs.
•     Participates in, and contributes to, Nigeria team meetings by providing updates and guidance on performance monitoring issues and prepares monthly field reports for distribution within NDI.
•     Assists in developing proposals for future programs.
•     Supervises junior staff member.
•     Undertakes other responsibilities as directed to meet the needs of NDI's program in Nigeria.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

•     Bachelor’s Degree required in International Relations, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a related field; Master's Degree preferred.
•     Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in performance monitoring, specifically: collecting and analyzing data; working with program staff to identify program impact; writing/editing/publishing reports, preferably in an international nonprofit organization or government agency.
•     Experience with evaluation tools and methods such as surveys, interviews, focus groups, and research from secondary sources.
•     Experience in electoral assistance program preferred.
•     Experience as a trainer or teacher of adult students.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

•     Ability to develop monitoring and evaluation tools that are appropriate for the political context in Nigeria.
•     Strong knowledge of USAID reporting requirements and methodology as well as familiarity and experience with USAID grant and contract proposals, regulations, and procedures.
•     Comfortable leading all M&E efforts for the team.
•     Excellent writing skills, including experience writing and editing reports, proposals, and publications.
•     Excellent oral communication skills to effectively present information and respond to questions, particularly in a training environment.
•     Strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity to effectively interact with a diverse staff.
•     Ability to work both independently, with little supervision, and as a member of a team.
•     Ability to analyze and resolve problems as they arise.
•     Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively.
•     Working knowledge of PC-based word processing and spreadsheet applications.
•     Experience with Google Apps (Gmail, Calendar, Google Drive, G+, etc.) strongly desired.
•     Ability and willingness to travel outside Abuja, including to remote and difficult to reach areas.
•     Proficiency in Microsoft Access and Excel
•     Fluency in English