Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Manager at Child Protection and Women Empowerment Initiative

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• In close collaboration with the Program Manager, design and establish MEAL framework for the project
• Design a tool for baseline and endline assessment and analyze the data collected
• Develop the overall framework for current project MEAL systems in collaboration with consortium partner and senior project staff, including requirements, reporting, baseline, and evaluation surveys; develop and monitor project management plan to systematically document performance
• Ensure the alignment of MEAL activities with project goals
• Ensure timely execution of project work plan and inclusion of MEAL activities.
• Maintain existing indicator tracking tools; develop additional databases and tracking tools as needed to demonstrate the effectiveness of project interventions
• Ensure adherence to specific monitoring and reporting requirements
• Analyze data for accuracy, flag validation or quality issues, and contribute to system fixes
• Edit content and presentation of all reporting and deliverables before submitting to ensure superior quality and professionalism.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in relevant field (Development or Social Studies).
• At least 7 years (at least 5 years for Master’s degree holders) field experience in a relief or development environment.
• Demonstrated experience in program design monitoring and evaluation or management, having served at such a position before for at least one year.
• Proficiency in the use of Kobo toolbox and research.
• Previous experience using analysis tool (Excel, SPSS or Power BI)
• Proven success in designing, implementing, and operating M&E systems from project initiation to close out
• Knowledge of the major evaluation methodologies (qualitative, quantitative, mixed method, and impact) and data collection and analysis methodologies
• Willingness and ability to travel
• Experience in planning and managing surveys, developing and refining data collection tools, and with data quality assessments and oversight
• Proven success in designing, implementing, and operating M&E systems from project initiation to close out
• Local language communication skills (English, Hausa and Kanuri is added advantage)
• Previous experience with major donor proposal M&E requirements (USAID, OFDA, EC, UN agencies preferred).
• Capacity building experience in project monitoring, reporting, and evaluation.
• Experience in implementing Information and Communication Technology for Development and Emergency (ICT4D/E) activities.
• Computer knowledge including Word, Excel, and Power Point (additional experience with Access or SPSS is preferred).
• Strong skills in written and spoken English; Knowledge of the local language is preferred.

THE CANDIDATE SHOULD HAVE THE FOLLOWING SOFT SKILLS:

• Time management for task prioritization and deadline adherence; 
• Paying attention to details and strong communication skills, with an ability to integrate information/inputs from across the project to produce relevant products (documents, tools, processes) for success stories; 
• Ability to react via being assertive, identify and respond to demands accordingly; 
• Interpersonal skills for collaborative teamwork and strong organizational skills;
• Adaptability and flexibility to take on new tasks and responsibilities;