NISRN M&E/MIS Advisor at Chemonics International

The NISRN M&E/MIS Advisor {National Integrated Specimen Referral Network Monitoring and Evaluation /Management Information System Advisor} will support the Monitoring and Evaluation Manager to provide operational and technical support for all NISRN monitoring and evaluation activities under USAID GHSC-PSM.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

• Participate in the development of an M&E plan to track the effectiveness and efficiency of sample transfer network in line with the national strategy for the initiative.
• Provide periodic reports on performance indices to the project (PSM) and National technical working group including other information that may be requested
• Provide technical support in conducting assessments and surveys in support of the laboratory services in country.
• Track the performance of the 3PL to ensure optimal quality of service is provided based on agreed standard.
• Track equipment functionality and capacity throughout the entire network.
• Participate in capacity building of health facility staff and 3PL on NISRN data collection and management.
• Document, and supervise procedures for data cleaning, quality checks, analysis, and archiving of project data.
• Support the development / upgrade / deployment of MIS applications within the NISRN.
• Lead and supervise the data management activities including data collection, processing and analysis to facilitate prompt program reporting.
• Lead the periodic conduct of data quality audit in coordination with NISRN stakeholders.
• Support design, implementation and documentation for MIS and related projects /activities.
• Provide technical support on MIS platforms to facilitates user access to supply chain data for analysis and information.
• Support training and capacity development activities for MIS application users.
• Supervise a team of MIS Associates, interns, and consultants to ensure timely achievement of project deliverables.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Job Qualifications .

• Bachelor’s degree in Science/Social Sciences or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years Post-NYSC M&E work experience in USAID or International donor-funded development projects
• Experience in the development and operationalization of a Monitoring and Evaluation Plan
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel and Access
• Experience with conducting data quality assurance and reviewing indicators for projects
• Good knowledge of data collection methodologies, tools, and processes
• Good data management and analysis skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Able to communicate complex information clearly to others, and produce impactful reports and presentations.
• Strong knowledge in the development and use of software and database applications for programme monitoring & learning
• Analyze data, compile reports, and share findings from surveys and assessments