Department Global Fund Malaria Grant
Position Band: D-1
Reports to: M&E Manager
Advert Code: MES090617
JD Link: https://goo.gl/j0V8kw
Job Summary:
The position of State-based M&E Specialist will oversee all M&E activities for the program within Anambra State, ensuring quality and timeliness of data collection and reporting. S/he will provide technical oversight and guidance to strengthen state-level M&E systems, ensuring proper orientation, mentoring and quality supervision to state M&E staff and M&E units in the State Ministries of Health. The M&E Specialist will be responsible for tracking achievement on indicators at the state level and advise on solutions for continuous improvement. S/he should have the ability to work sensitively and positively with program staff and promote a learning environment. The M&E Specialist is expected to have a high level of self-initiative and use critical thinking skills to identify and fill gaps.
Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in a field related to Public Health, International Development, or Social Sciences
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in monitoring and evaluating health programs in an African country
At least 2 years’ experience in provision of technical advisory services or consultancies working with government partners
Knowledge of national health management information systems, strategies and tools in Nigeria; familiarity with DHIS2.0 platform is required
Demonstrated experience with collection/analysis of epidemiological data
Understanding of principles and current approaches to M&E for health programming, including knowledge of both quantitative and qualitative methods
Experience with participatory and community-based M&E systems
Familiarity with beneficiary accountability mechanisms
Proficiency in database development/management, and skills in analyzing, interpreting and communicating data and information to various stakeholders
Experience using ICT4D for data collection preferred
Significant experience in conducting quantitative and qualitative assessments and surveys
Previous experience in program management is desired
Experience with facilitation, capacity strengthening and partnership building
Ability to transfer knowledge through formal and informal training
Knowledge of Global Fund strategies and regulations desired
Public relations skills and ability to work well both within a team and independently
Strong representational skills and ability to interface with multiple stakeholders, representatives, and partners (including representatives of government agencies) in a professional manner on an ongoing basis
Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure and to prioritize competing demands
Strategic, analytical and decision-making skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Proficiency in database development/management and statistical software (SPSS, EPI-Info)
Professional proficiency in English oral and written communication skills; strong demonstrated writing skills required (reports, evaluations)
Willingness and ability to travel to field locations regularly and sometimes on short notice
Interested candidates should download the application form using this link http://goo.gl/8OOQcp and send with a detailed 3-page resume in a single file word documentCandidates should state the position and advert code as the subject of their email e.g. M&E Specialist- MES090617.Applications must reach us on or before CoB Friday, June 16, 2017. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Equal Opportunity: “CRS is an equal –opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, etc. Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply”. Statement of Commitment to Protection: ‘’CRS’ recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.
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