Locations: Gombe, Jigawa, Kaduna, Kebbi and Yobe Department: Technical Length of Contract: 3 years Hours: 40 Reporting to: Line manager: Zonal Project Manager/State Technical Officer Grade: 8 Job Purpose
The Senior M&E Officer will serve as the main focal person for all Research, MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning) activity which includes data validation, DQA, coordination meetings, capacity building in data quality and supportive supervisory visit to strengthen health management information system in Global Fund project in the state
S/he will assist and report to the state project manager / State technical officer regarding the monitoring and evaluation of project activities.
Scope of Work
The incumbent will work as part of the project team under the direct supervision and guidance of the state Project Manager (Kano, Niger and Yobe states) / state technical officer 3 Last updated 20/02/2018
(Gombe, Kaduna and Jigawa) and indirectly through the Country Technical Coordinator (CTC) for the attainment of the project goal.
Key Working Relationships
The officer working under the line-management of the State Coordinator and in close collaboration with the state, LGA, community actors, stakeholders and partners would deliver aspects of the project as per the specified job tasks and expected deliverables.
Key Accountabilities Technical Contributions (50%):
Plan and implement M&E activities in the approved work plan under the guidance of the Zone Project Manager/ state coordinator
Based on the MEAL plan for the project, develop, review, and ensured correct implementation of the Global Fund Malaria MEAL state MEAL Implementation Plan and procedures
Lead the set up and maintenance of a project database and linkages with the national DHIS version 2 platform for reporting
Ensure availability of high quality routine data for all malaria indicators / parameters (both case management and prevention) and other project related data from all levels of health facilities (3o, 2o, 1o)
In Niger and Kebbi, to also ensure high quality data are available in useable format on a regular and timely basis for programmatic decision making by facilitating data collection and entry from:
CORP’s service utilization register
CORP’s status update form to capture changes to the CORP’s status in relation to the project (e.g. withdrawal, change of supervisor, lost to follow ups, etc.)
Supervision checklist to capture the details of the supervision visits
Demand creation activity recording form to capture activities carried out by the demand creation team
A logistics form that captures the logistic component of the project, including drug distributions, and other related equipment and tools
Plan regular data quality assessments, and ensure the completeness, consistency and validity of routine data
Work with the M&E Manager on timely submission of high quality programmatic Progress Update and Disbursement Request (PUDR) and the validation of such on a quarterly basis according to the approved project performance framework
Work with project team to facilitate the documentation of activities in form of reports and ensure proper archiving of such for easy access and reference
Plan and coordinate quarterly routine monitoring visits to project supported sites and provide supportive supervision
Provide direct technical assistance and capacity building for state and LGA level implementers in the design and implementation of GF- supported monitoring and evaluation activities
Participate in project assessments, evaluations and design including development of survey protocols with support from country office and advisors
Perform other duties as assigned.
Program Management (10%):
Support SMoH staff with coordinating program management activities, by ensuring that the recommended coordination meetings hold at the LGA and state levels
Work with the state and LGA Ministry of Health staff to ensure that reports are obtained from all health facilities within the state through appropriate state-specific mechanisms
Participate in regular monitoring and supervisory visits to the GF-supported health facilities, and ensure that action plans are developed for identified gaps
Support health facilities with ensuring that all items in the action plans are addressed and all outstanding gaps are closed
Accountability (10%):
Support programming staff to engage key populations in monitoring and evaluating program’s performance and to incorporate participatory methods into M&E systems in Nigeria
Orient program staff and partners on the basic principles and practices of beneficiary accountability in Nigeria
Support the development and implementation of feedback and response channels to reflect the preferences of community members and beneficiaries
Ensure that beneficiary feedback is adequately documented, addressed, analysed, and utilized by program teams
Knowledge Management and Learning (20%):
Ensure that state M&E and program teams regularly review and accordingly adjust M&E plans and tools in the light of changes and needs in the field context based on monitoring data and reflection sessions
Support learning-to-action events and reflection sessions to systematically analyze data for programmatic use for the state, and to document and incorporate lessons learned into program design and implementation
Conduct regular data review and analysis for feedback to states for program improvement, and for updates to national level (MC and government)
Support program staff in key activities including development of a learning agenda, organizing regular learning events, supporting operations research, and reflecting, documentation, and communication of learning initiatives
Support knowledge management systems and practices to gather, document and share best practices with project team, MC country office, government and technical partners. Collaborate with M&E and program staff to develop learning briefs, project bulletins and other materials for dissemination.
Promote adoption of the best practices in knowledge management by other project staff and government partners
Representation (10%):
Liaise with technical counterparts in the State Ministry of Health, PRs, SRs, and other local stakeholders engaged in malaria activities in Nigeria
Participate in events/ meetingsrelated to Monitoring, Evaluation and research, including quarterly Principal Recipient and Sub-recipients quarterly review meetings
Actively participate in the M&E Community of Practice with other PR, SRs and government M&E staff
Qualifications and Experience: Essential:
Degree in Statistics, Demography, Mathematics or any other relevant quantitative discipline
Demonstrable contextual knowledge of local issues, community priorities, social and cultural constraints and realities related to community assessment, project design, evaluation and implementation
Cognate experience in monitoring and evaluation of community-based interventions is highly desirable
Experience in managing HMIS and CLMS as well as familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems and Global Fund programme implementation will be added advantages.
Experience in survey design and implementation, development of data bases and analysis and write up of survey results
Demonstrated skills in data management and quantitative data analysis
Desirable:
At least 3 years’ experience attending quarterly Principal Recipient and Sub-recipients quarterly review meetings
Fluency in written and spoken English
Work-based Skills and Competencies Essential:
A solid understanding of health systems strengthening
Proficiency in database management especially DHIS; Excel, Word, PowerPoint and demonstrable experience with statistical software packages (Stata, SPSS, Epi Info)
Strong analytical skills and experience interpreting a strategic vision into an operational model
Proven writing, communication and presentation skills in English
A collaborative and flexible style, with a strong service mentality
Facilitation and coordination skills
The ideal candidate must be attentive to detail, highly organised, flexible and self-motivated with excellent communication skills in written and oral communication
He/she must clearly display the ability to effectively prioritise and perform tasks to meet tight deadlines
Desirable:
Skills in qualitative research
Core Competencies Delivering Results:
Level C – Supports others to achieve results:
Displays a positive and enthusiastic approach and is not deterred by setbacks, finding alternative ways to reach goals or targets
Supports others to plan and deliver results
Supports others to manage and cope with setbacks
Analysis and Use of Information:
Level C – Works confidently with complex data to support work:
Interprets complex written information
Works confidently with data before making decisions, for example; interpreting trends, issues and risks
Acquainted with the validity, relevance and limitations of different sources of evidence
Interpersonal and Communications:
Level C – Adapts communications effectively
Tailors communication (content, style and medium) to diverse audiences
Communicates equally effectively at all organisational levels
Understands others’ underlying needs, concerns and motivations and communicates effectively in sensitive situations
Resolves intra-team and inter-team conflicts effectively
Collaboration and Partnering:
Level B – Collaborates effectively across teams:
Proactive in providing and seeking support from expert colleagues
Raises difficult issues with teams/ partners and stakeholders with a view to positive resolution
Proactive in building a rapport with a diverse range of people
Leading and Motivating People:
Level B – Manages own development and seeks opportunities:
Manages own development and performance positively
Learns lessons from successes and failures
Seeks and explores opportunities within Malaria Consortium which develop skills and expertise.
Salary/Benefits
4,189,500
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