Jobs at Helen Keller International

 Job Responsibilities:

The Nutrition Officer will oversee the daily implementation of both nutrition-sensitive and specific interventions that contribute to the prevention, detection, and management of malnutrition in 21 LGAs of Adamawa State. Activities will include the promotion / supporting adoption of recommended Maternal, Infant and Young Child Nutrition (MIYCN) practices and Homestead Food Production (HFP), monitoring and supervision of community-level nutrition screening including the rollout of Mother Led Middle Upper Arm Circumference (MUAC) approach, multiple micronutrient supplementation for pregnant women as well participation in planned nutrition surveys and assessments. The Nutrition Officer will also lead capacity building for health workers, Nutrition Focal Persons, and food systems actors to enhance the production and consumption of safe, diverse and nutritious foods.

 Technical Capacity

•  Responsible to develop detail implementation plan and track activity progress in collaboration with M&E associate.
• Responsible for monitoring and supervision of the day-to-day implementation of nutrition and related activities and ensuring it is in accordance with the agreed work plan
• Lead capacity-building activities for field-level nutrition staff including on-the-job training and supportive supervision.
• Work closely and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the achievement of concrete and sustainable results.
• Supervise activities aimed at promoting appropriate Maternal, Infant, and Young Child Nutrition (MIYCN) Practices and Homestead Food Production (HFP) to improve household dietary diversity and multiple micronutrient supplementation of pregnant women.
• Regularly monitor and ensure that the nutrition team in the field has the necessary tools (i.e., data collection tools, job aids, IEC materials, etc.) and supplies required for quality implementation of planned nutrition activities.
• Participate in nutrition assessments and surveys planned in the catchment area.
• Participate in periodic program monitoring and evaluation activities including baselines, end lines, midterm reviews, lesson learning exercises, and compilation of success stories.
• Ensure timely submission of quality weekly and monthly nutrition activity reports.
• Develop monthly financial forecast and quarterly financial need forecast in line with the detailed project activity plan/Monthly activity plans and send it to Program Manager
• Ensure sound monitoring and joint supervision of program activities in close collaboration with other programs.
• Participate in the Nutrition Technical Working Group (TWG) meetings.
• Support the state to plan for special events like World Breast Feeding (WBF) week, Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH) Week etc.
• Perform any other duty as assigned by the state team lead or program manager

Competencies Required

• Able to work with minimal supervision and able to meet up set deadlines
• Ability to use the Internet and computer software such as Microsoft Office, Outlook etc
• Must possess good interpersonal skills and be a good team player
• Demonstrate excellent personal integrity and confidentiality
• Ability to speak the local language is highly desirable and an added advantage.
• Willing to travel to remote areas.

 Qualifications Required

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Food Security, Agriculture or other related fields, a relevant master’s Degree is a plus
• Minimum of (3) years’ experience in nutrition and/or food security and livelihood programming or related sector
• Previous experience working in the project states.

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Scope of the Position

The Program Manager will provide collaborative technical leadership for the project in Nigeria. The position will work under the direct management of the Head of Programs and provide technical support to the members of the project team, government and other partners. This position is based in Abuja, with frequent travel to the project states – Akwa-Ibom, Adamawa, Ebonyi, Kebbi and Sokoto.

Specific Responsibilities

The Program Manager will be responsible for the following:

• Provide technical guidance and support to achieve timely, high-quality project deliverables and meet project objectives and donor requirements, in a manner conducive to professional growth and development for everyone.
• Develop and maintain a detailed understanding of the health, nutrition and food issues in Nigeria including national policy development, key players in government, INGOs, UN and national/regional and local civil society organizations.
• Guide the technical aspects of the project. Ensure that activities are implemented in compliance with the requirements of the donor and with best practices.
• Develop work plans and activity budgets for the project.
• Provide guidance and support to technical teams delivering the project interventions at the LGAl and state levels
• Ensure technical deliverables stay on track. Ensure project performance meets results and deliverables in the project framework and identify solutions and corrective actions.
• Support the Head of Programs to manage relationships with donors, clients, consortium partners, other partners, stakeholders in-country. Coordinate and provide technical assistance to consortium partners as needed.
• Ensure accountability to project participants, partners, colleagues and donors by providing ongoing feedback in a context of mutual respect.
• Model collaboration within the team: effectively consult with and inform colleagues to maximize efficiency and knowledge sharing and integrate guidance and direction from other subject matter experts and other Program team in the global organization to optimize project designs and outcomes.
• Participate or lead the development of training manuals, tools, procedures, materials in nutrition management and dietary diversification practices. Work with the technical team to organize and conduct training programs on best practices and innovations in nutrition and provide technical support to ensure effective nutrition messaging.
• Integrate gender transformative and socially inclusive strategies to the interventions to increase leadership, access to/utilization of nutrient-rich foods by women, adolescents and children.
• Engage with the Government of Nigeria and relevant partners (such as Vitamin Angels, UNICEF, Nutrition International etc) to develop the roadmap for MMS transitioning and scale up in Nigeria.
• Coordinate with Vitamin Angels to ensure the regular and timely supply of Multiple Micronutrient Supplement (MMS) to the state of implementation.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with technical partners in-country. Participate in the national nutrition technical working groups (NNTWG) meetings. Interface with government officials and other nutrition value chain stakeholders.
• In conjunction with the Head of Programs, provide thorough and timely reports to the country leadership and the donor on project activities. Ensure regular communication and sharing of lessons learned and challenges with the program team and consortium partners.
• participate in regular meetings with the regional and global team on the Transforming Lives through Nutrition project.
• participate in the consortium in-country regular meetings.
• Support the M&E team to collect and analyze the data related to the project.
• Conduct regular monitoring of activities, document findings and provide recommendations to inform improvements in program implementation.
• Lead the regular advocacy visit to relevant stakeholders at LG, State and the National levels
• Travel domestically and internationally as needed.
• Represent the project in technical forums, as needed.
• Other duties as required by Head of Programs.

Required Competencies

•       Superior technical knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas: food systems for nutrition (including post-harvest processing, value chain enhancement, horticulture and small-animal raising, market systems, and income-oriented production of nutritious foods) and/or public health nutrition (including prevention and treatment of acute malnutrition, adolescent health and nutrition, maternal/infant/child health and nutrition).
•   Superior leadership, management and communication skills--this includes professional experience interacting with donor, host country governments and other relevant stakeholders.
•  Strong interpersonal skills and experience working effectively in teams and cross-cultural settings.
•  Excellent time management and personal organization skills.
•   Ability to respond rapidly to shifting implementation scenarios.
•  Comfortable working in a matrixed, integrated work environment.
• Confident giving and receiving feedback in a direct, professional manner. 
•  Capacity to direct multiple long and short-term activities simultaneously with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work effectively with local government and NGO stakeholders.
•    Skilled in fostering new and effective partnerships facilitating meetings, and effectively participating in technical working groups.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in agriculture, agribusiness, food systems, public health nutrition or a related field and a minimum of 10 years work experience or equivalent combination of skills and experience.
•   Experience: Prior experience working in complex nutrition programs, preferably with direct experience in Nigeria
•  Knowledge of agricultural and/or food systems with experience enhancing the diversity, productivity, nutritional-value, income-producing potential and sustainability of agricultural production and/or leading the development of nutrition-sensitive food systems enterprises
•  Demonstrated experience working and/or collaborating with government ministries and other development partners in multi-sectoral nutrition programming.
• Substantial institutional and staff expertise in implementing complex capacity building programs, in resource-constrained environments.
•  Strong experience and demonstrated success in coordinating activities with multiple stakeholders to optimize use of limited resources, including development of joint work plans.
•  Excellent capacity building and coordination skills.  An ability to delegate responsibilities effectively and coach and mentor staff from different cultures.
•  Ability to respond rapidly to shifting implementation scenarios. An ability to work in challenging and changing environments, and to see through challenges to find solutions; an ability to maintain balance when under stress.
•  Demonstrable respect for all persons regardless of religion, ethnicity, class or gender, with a high comfort level working in a diverse environment with a demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards.
•  Experience working effectively in partnership with staff, collaborating organizations, consortium, international donors and agencies, host country governments and ministries and other relevant stakeholders.
•   Working knowledge of Microsoft software packages: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Excellent English language skills, both written and spoken with strong presentation skills. Ability to prepare and disseminate project findings, success stories, and other documents effectively.
•  Willingness and ability to undertake travel outside Abuja frequently.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to travel regularly to the project states (Bauchi, Kebbi, Ebonyi, FCT, and Sokoto) as needed for supportive supervision.

Terms & Conditions

This is a local posting and is subject to local terms and conditions.

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Job Responsibilities:

The Procurement Officer will provide support to the Procurement team with project procurement processes, tracking procurements of goods and services through the procurement cycle, ensuring that adequate competition is achieved for procurements, and providing regular procurement mentoring to project staff to support project implementation. He/She will work under the direct supervision of Senior Procurement and Logistics Officer to carry out the following key responsibilities:

• Procurement Compliance: Procure goods and services in strict adherence to Helen Keller's procurement policies and procedures, as well as donor compliance standards. Maintain comprehensive procurement records, including a supplier database, and uphold the efficiency of procurement processes, ensuring timely and cost-effective outcomes.
• Project Procurement Oversight: Oversee and monitor the execution of project procurement plans, employing Strategic Planning, Sourcing and Supplier Management strategies. Engage and follow up with relevant staff to ensure seamless project procurement.
• Contractual Management: Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including the development and execution of contractual agreements with suppliers. Foster positive relationships within the supplier network, conduct effective negotiations, and oversee contract management.

Specific Responsibilities: Procurement Management

• Support to establish, lead, and implement procurement processes to support activity implementation for the project, from initial sourcing through delivery and in accordance with donor rules and regulations, and Helen Keller Intl policies. This involves the process of overseeing competitive solicitation and selection vendors, negotiation of contracts, forecasting demand, and managing the fulfilment of supply.
• Ensures all procurements are implemented with highest integrity, transparency, and competitively, and in accordance with Helen Keller’s Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy.
• Understand and comply with Helen Keller Procurement Manual and templates, and internal review and approval procedures.
• Coordinate with project team members, both operations and technical, to identify procurement needs and timelines, providing timely feedback and updates to project teams on progress of their procurements and organizing regular meetings as needed to troubleshoot and review best practices.
• Prepare and issue procurement solicitations based on approved purchase requisition and in accordance with Helen Keller policies. Manage and oversee receipt of offers, ensuring confidentiality of all offers until such time offers are evaluated by the bid evaluation committee.
• Coordinate committee members to attend committee meetings, conduct proper evaluation of offers, and document discussions and decisions following Helen Keller templates.
• Prepare and issue procurement contracts, in Helen Keller templates. As applicable, negotiate contract terms with vendors.
• Support purchase requestor in overseeing the receipt of goods/services from vendor, ensuring requestor completes the required Goods and Services Received Note. Document any errors with the vendor and maintain follow-up action items.
• Work collaboratively with the purchase requestor and finance team to analyze invoices to ensure payment is made against confirmed/accepted goods and services and at cost matching procurement contract.
• Provide coaching and mentoring for project staff in understanding and following required procurement procedures, roles and responsibilities.
• Travel to field-based offices to provide support, training, and oversight of procurements in those offices. Support a structured reporting structure with field-based staff and ensure all field-based procurements are conducted in accordance with Helen Keller policies and donor regulations.
• Ensure robust documentation of all procurements and maintain all procurement documentation in the organized file system.
• Undertake any other duties as assigned.

Success Factor:

The successful Procurement Officer possesses the ability to learn quickly, exercise sound judgment, take initiative, maintain excellent organizational skills, adhere to procedures and deadlines, and pay meticulous attention to detail. She/he upholds high professional work ethics, collaborates effectively with diverse individuals, and ensures compliance with Helen Keller and donor policies. She/he also demonstrates proactivity, creative problem-solving, and a strong commitment to teamwork.

Qualifications Required:

• University Degree in purchasing or related field.
• 4 years’ experience in procurement.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Planning and scheduling skills.
• Experience in a USG or donor funded project or NGO preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to interact professionally with a culturally diverse staff, clients and consultants.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and ability to meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality.
• English fluency including business terminology required.
• Demonstrated intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite applications

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Scope of the position         

The Finance and Admin Officer’s (FAO) job is to ensure smooth and accurate flow of financial and operational information and also work on designing and implementing financial reports. The FAA ensures effective implementation of project activities in the field location within the context of financial, contractual and operating systems. He/ she also manages the budget for the state field office/project, implements Helen Keller financial policies and procedures, ensure compliance and works collaboratively with other Finance and projects technical staff to facilitate projects.

Specific Responsibilities:

The Finance and Admin Officer will oversee the operations and finances of the state office.

• Review activity requests and prepare bank vouchers for payments
• Track cash flow and compile retirement receipts and review              
• Manages petty cash reconciliation
• Preparation of office running budget
• Check matching expenses for compliance with donor regulations.
• Assist with month end reporting package
• Ensure implementation of regulations and procedures for local purchase, procurement and logistics management in collaboration with Logistics Officer(s) and Associate(s).
• Maintain rigorous operations in the field office, communicating regularly with the Abuja office to assure smooth operations.
• Assist technical staff to develop and manage monthly and quarterly activity budgets.
• Implement financial and internal control policies and procedures 
• Process supplier invoices 
• Maintain financial files and records
• Maintain the assets register 
• Submit staff time sheets for payroll processing

Education & Experience

• University Degree in Business Management or accounting. Postgraduate degree in related field and possession of professional qualification such as ACA or ACCA is an added advantage. Professional experience supporting USAID-funded projects and managing state finance & Admin function is preferred

Knowledge and Skills                      

• Strong numeric skills and attention to detail and quality
• Minimum 4 years’ experience
• Experience with USAID funded project is preferred but other donor funded project will be considered
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs, especially Excel spreadsheets
• Demonstrate good judgment and sound financial “common sense”
• Ability to create and monitor budgets
• Understand the principles of adequate documentation and of audit and performance necessary to ensure audit compliance.
• Advanced written and verbal proficiency in English including business terminology.

Competencies                                 

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Tertiary qualifications in a related field and experience working in a non-profit organization will be an advantage.
• Commitment to accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to relate to people at all levels internally and externally 
• Ability to plan, balance and cope with competing priorities
• Good written and verbal communication skills 
• Good standard of IT including experience of using MS Office
• Ability to manage teams, initiate and organize work
• Ability to establish priorities in a time-sensitive environment and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment while maintaining an individual workload
• Logical and flexible approach to solving problems, especially when working under pressure
• Monitoring/assessing performance to make improvements or take corrective action

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Overall Responsibility:

Under the supervision of the Finance and Admin Officer/HR/Ops Mgr, the Logistics Associate will support the proper management of health supplies, ensuring timely delivery of sufficient quantities of health commodities to state, LGA, Ward and facility levels. He/she works closely with the finance team, Procurement team and Operations to make logistical arrangements, manages state office assets, coordinate the arrangement of materials and equipment to ensure smooth operations of the State office.

Specific Responsibilities

• Arrange for hotel reservations
• Arrange office travels in collaboration with Finance Team
• Provides support to Technical / Program staff in executing programs
• Maintain Helen Keller State assets register/Asset Panda 
• Arrange spaces for new employees making sure of availability of desks, chairs etc. i.e. ready for them to use on the start day.
• Coordinate the approved budget for activities making sure that materials, equipment, etc required for the activity are organized and ready for the activity.
• Assist in organizing for the dispatch of goods and equipment whenever required
• Ensure the proper filing of procurement Purchase Requisition Form (PRF)
• Maintain vehicle maintenance log, Log book control and filing
• Office Maintenance follow up
• Purchase of office and program consumables in collaboration with the Procurement team
• Prepares/Signs Good Received Note (GRN)
• Receives and Issues inventory/materials
• Maintains office supplies inventory logbook/card
• Official physical inventory count
• Maintain generator logbook
• Preparation & submission of monthly fuel consumption reports.
• Receives and sends out mails and correspondences   
• Properly code and label all office furniture, equipment and non-consumable inventory
• Keep track of location of all equipment and furniture by projects, including transfers between offices/staff by updating the Asset Panda using the asset transfer form.
• Keep all relevant information including, which project the property belongs, price, make, model, location, user, condition, etc.
• Carry out additional tasks, as requested.

Qualifications

• University Degree in Business Management or accounting. A postgraduate degree in a related field preferred.
• Strong numeric skills and attention to detail and quality
• Minimum of 1-year experience in a similar position
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Experience with GiveWell / USAID / DFID or other donor funded project
• Advanced written and verbal proficiency in English including business terminology.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment while maintaining an individual workload
• Logical and flexible approach to solving problems, especially when working under pressure
• Monitoring/assessing performance to make improvements or take corrective action

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Specific responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement the nutrition-sensitive agriculture activities of the project in the state through increasing market access and consumption of diverse and quality foods, as well as increasing resilience of vulnerable households and communities. Integrate food and nutrition security into agriculture activities.
• Raise community awareness and consumption of diversified, nutrient dense, fortified and nutritionally adequate foods.
• Improve nutritional status and intervention outcome through increasing production of diverse and safe foods, increased household food availability and gender sensitive interventions.
• Coordinate capacity building and technical support for beneficiaries on nutrition-sensitive agriculture issues including dietary diversification and nutrient dense diets, food preparation and utilization; best practices; and energy and time saving technologies for women
• Work with the M&E officer to monitor beneficiary adoption of the new nutrition targeted agricultural practices and food consumption methodologies.
• Promote food safety including appropriate methods of handling, preservation, processing, storage, and utilization of foods.
• Lead the establishment of communal and individual home gardens.
• Establish linkages and facilitate collaboration across relevant sectors, agencies and public and private sector stakeholders working with the targeted communities.
• Promote water and sanitation activities in the targeted communities.
• Strengthen and promote community engagement processes in the project areas, particularly identifying project beneficiaries, assessing their needs and addressing and resolving community issues.
• Perform and document regular monitoring of all project activities in close coordination with the project team.
• Participate in technical working groups.
• Any other duties as assigned from time to time.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor or Master degree in agriculture or nutrition or other relevant disciplines
• At least 6 years’ experience implementing nutrition-sensitive agriculture activities in Nigeria  
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills In English Language and the local language, as well as the ability to report to and advise the State Coordinator on emerging issues.
• Able to work on own initiative with a creative approach to problem-solving.
• Computer literacy with good knowledge of office applications is required.
• Excellent knowledge of Hausa is highly desired.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the state as required.

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Helen Keller Nigeria is seeking a driver.  This position reports to the Finance and Admin Officer with strong dotted line reporting to HR/Ops Manager, who are responsible for vehicle management.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Safely operate vehicles to ensure the safety of all passengers, pedestrians, other drivers and the vehicle in town and on field visits.
• Conduct vehicle checks (daily, weekly, monthly and before/after trips to field), and notify the staff person responsible for vehicle management of any vehicle problems.
• Deliver and pick up passengers and materials/ documents at airports, offices, businesses, etc. in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ensure that vehicles have the appropriate tools to enable users to perform minor maintenance and repairs in the field.
• Clean the vehicle inside and outside when necessary.
• Manage vehicles with care and use them with respect. Drive Helen Keller vehicles in a safe and secure manner in accordance with local law and the policies of the organization.
• Respect local traffic laws and drive within established speed limits.
• Understand the basic operations and maintenance requirements of Helen Keller vehicles. Perform minor maintenance and repair as required.
• Secure the vehicles when not in use.
• Provide support to Helen Keller field office staff and visitors in transporting materials to project sites, including loading and unloading Helen Keller vehicles as required.
• Fill in Vehicle Logbook after each trip with complete information and Fuel Log.
• Accept shifts/schedules as assigned, including weekend and after hours by rotation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Specific Responibilities:

Vehicle Driving:

• Possess a valid local driver’s license.
• Read and understand Helen Keller’s Vehicle Management policies and procedures related to vehicle management and driving protocols.
• Respect local traffic laws and drive within established speed limits.
• Deliver and pick up materials and documents at offices and businesses in a professional and courteous manner.

Vehicle Management & Maintenance:

• Conduct vehicle checks (daily, weekly, monthly and for trips), and signal any actual or potential problems to the staff person responsible for vehicle management;
• Ensure that vehicles have the appropriate tools and equipment on board to enable users to perform minor maintenance and repairs in the field.
• Understand the basic operations and maintenance requirements of Helen Keller vehicles. Perform minor maintenance and repair as required.
• Carefully assess surroundings before parking, particularly at night.  It is the driver’s responsibility to be attentive to potential threats.
• Clean the vehicle inside and outside when necessary.
• Provide support to Helen Keller staff and visitors in transporting materials to project sites, including loading and unloading Helen Keller vehicles as required;
• Fill in log sheets after each trip with complete information and Fuel Logbook.

Vehicle Safety:

• Manage vehicles with care and use them with respect. Drive Helen Keller vehicles in a safe and secure manner in accordance with local law and the policies of Helen Keller.
• Do not accept unknown parcels, baggage or other questionable loads into the vehicles.
• Do not accept unknown riders - particularly individuals carrying weapons, wearing military uniforms, or those linked to conflicts - inside Helen Keller vehicles.
• Verify that passengers riding in Helen Keller vehicles wear seat belts at all times.  Drivers are responsible for enforcing this rule in their vehicles.
• Yield the right-of-way to other drivers, pedestrians, bicycle and motorcycle riders, even if progress is slowed.
• Provide contact location to staff when in the field.
• Notify the staff person responsible for vehicle management of any movement of any vehicle from the office, any deviation from the planned route of travel, or changes of schedule.
• Inform the staff person responsible for vehicle management or Country Director of any danger – immediate or potential – to the security of Helen Keller staff or equipment due to demonstrations/riots in town, roadblocks, requisitions of vehicles by armed persons, shooting, etc. in order to alert staff.
• Ensure the safety and comfort of passengers at all times.

Qualifications: 

• Secondary-level diploma.
• 5 years’ experience driving professionally; experience in mechanics desired.
• Valid, current driving license with a clean driving record (no accidents).
• Verifiable references.
• Professional, courteous and punctual.
• Willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
• Good working knowledge of all major local road networks and city streets.
• English language skills highly desired.

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Overall Responsibility:

The success of the Global Nutrition Project (funded by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) depends largely on accurate, complete, and timely reporting of achievements to donors. Achievement of set targets is of utmost importance. Hence, the objective of the M&E Associate position is to provide technical support in the roll-out of the M&E plan in the project states and generate strategic data for program management, reporting, and documentation of best practices.

Specific Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the State Team lead, the M&E Associate will

• Support in the development of an integrated State LDSC project plan in collaboration with the nutrition program Coordinator and M&E Specialist.
• Support in the implementation of the LDSC M&E plan and reporting formats for indicators and targets in collaboration with the M&E Specialist. 
• Work with the M&E Specialist to establish a system for the flow of information from service-delivery points to the Helen Keller central database and ensure timely M&E technical support to all implementing health facilities.
• Take the lead in building the capacity of health units’ M&E staff and relevant health and community workers in the collection, summarization, analysis, and presentation of M&E data.
• Work with M&E Specialist for the roll-out of the project M&E data quality assurance system including quarterly data quality audits.
• Assist the M&E Specialist to coordinate the establishment/strengthening of the state M&E system that informs policy and practice.
• Ensure and maintain the state-of-the-art database management practice at the state.
• Analyze M&E data on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis and flag action areas to the project management.
•  Work with M&E Specialist/state team lead/Nutrition Program Coordinator to document and publish best practices.
• Prepare progress reports, and analyze these reports in terms of problems and actions needed. Prepare consolidated progress reports for project management to submit to the relevant bodies, in accordance with approved reporting formats and timing.
• Prepare monitoring reports, analyze them for impact evaluation, and identify the causes of potential bottlenecks in project implementation.
• Sharing of the outputs of M&E findings with project staff, implementing partners, and primary stakeholders.
• Make regular reports to the project team highlighting areas of concern and preparing the documentation for review at meetings.

Qualifications

• Degree in Statistics, Epidemiology, or related field with a focus on monitoring and evaluation and/or Biostatistics.
• At least 2 years hand-on-experience in monitoring and evaluation with very good analytical, presentation, communication, and reporting skills.
• Significant experience in developing monitoring plans and/or management information systems 2 years of which were spent working with NGOs in an African setting.
• Excellent interpersonal, multicultural, and team-building skills.
• Strong computer skills particularly in spreadsheets, databases, and statistical applications.
• Significant experience working in Integrated Management of Acute Malnutrition (IMAM), Nutrition, Village Saving Loan Association (VSLA), Income Generating Activities (IGA) and DHIS2 programs in Nigeria.
• Excellent writing skills, oral and written communication skills, and fluency in English