Monitoring & Evaluation Manager at Population Media Center

Job Description

• The Monitoring & Evaluation Manager, under the supervision of the PMC Resident Representative – Nigeria will supervise and coordinate all in-country research activities for PMC’s program.

Responsibilities
Technical Leadership:
The Monitoring & Evaluation Manager provides technical leadership and coordinates all research for PMC’s program in-country. S/he will provide technical leadership to the country team and assist the Resident Representative in development of budgets for all research activities during the life of the program. S/he will also work closely with the Research Unit at PMC headquarters to assure that in-country research meets the specifications required by the program and its partners. The Monitoring & Evaluation Manager will also:

• Assist the Finance Office to monitor research expenses per project budgets, and report these to the Resident Representative in a timely manner
• Assist in proposal development and budget estimations for research activities in country, as needed
• With the assistance of the Research Unit at PMC Headquarters, develop research protocols and sampling plans
• Determine the timeline for all research activities in-country, and ensure that research activities are implemented in a timely fashion
• Work with the Research Unit at PMC Headquarters and in-country research contractors to develop instruments for qualitative and quantitative research
• Keep abreast of required approval procedures (such as ethical clearance) for all research activities conducted in-country
• Assist the Research Unit at PMC Headquarters to develop terms of reference for in-country research activities
• Assist the Research Unit at PMC Headquarters to identify, select, and sign contracts with research contractors in country

Supervision and Monitoring of Research Activities:
The Monitoring & Evaluation Manager will supervise and monitor all research activities during the life of the program, including monitoring progress on all in-country research activities, and submitting timely reports to the Resident Representative. S/he will provide technical input and supervise data collection of all research activities in country. The Monitoring & Evaluation Manager will also:

• Monitor progress of all research contracts in-country, and assure that the Research Unit at PMC Headquarters receives data, technical reports, and any relevant deliverables according to contract
• Accompany research contractors in country during research activities to: monitor research progress, document research activities, and ensure quality control of data collection.

Analysis and Reporting:
The Monitoring & Evaluation Manager will be responsible for overseeing analysis and reporting including assisting the Resident Representative in preparation of research reports for PMC Headquarters, donors, government counterparts, and project partners. S/he will also respond to any other analysis and reporting duties as requested by supervisors. The Monitoring & Evaluation Manager will also:

• Assist the Research Unit at PMC Headquarters and in-country research contractors to prepare and submit manuscripts for peer reviewed journals and other publications
• With the Promotion & Communications Office, prepare fact sheets and presentations about the project(s) in Nigeria for donors, partners, and the public
• Work with VOTO to coordinate the monthly telephone survey, and revise the survey protocol (sampling or questionnaire) as needed.

Qualifications and Expereience

• Advanced degree in social sciences, public health, demography, international development or a related field.
• 8-10 years of experience in program design, performance monitoring, and evaluation for international development projects
• Excellent English writing, speaking and presentation skills
• Prior experience with non-governmental organizations strongly preferred
• Proficiency in using statistical analysis software (EPI-INFO and SPSS preferred) and Excel
• Ability to produce high-quality work under pressure
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented and multi-cultural environment
• Effective time management skills
• Flexibility to work long hours
• Demonstrable commitment to reproductive health and related social and health goals.