Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor Vacancy in an NGO

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JOB POSITION: SNR. MONITORING AND EVALUATION (M & E) ADVISOR


JOB DESCRIPTION: THE CHOSEN CANDIDATE WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Implementing M&E system for all project activities
Identifying and developing data sources as well as developing and maintaining systems for data collection and maintenance/storage
In coordination with the COP and U.S. office team, preparing and updating the performance monitoring plan (PMP), as well as quarterly and annual reports and other project documents;
Working in close collaboration with Nigeria and U.S. based staff to design and implement rigorous impact evaluations, including the development of instruments and sampling plans
Training and mentoring staff in monitoring and evaluation methods
Overseeing the collection, analysis and reporting of ongoing M&E data according to the project M&E plan
Design and ensure the implementation of an internal Data Quality Assessment (DQA) system for the project
Ensuring the timely submission of all M&E reports as specified by the client
Overseeing and coordination data collection for impact evaluations and
Presenting results of program achievements and outputs in written reports and at conferences and meetings


QUALIFICATION: 
Master’s Degree (minimum), or Ph.D. or MD(desirable) in Public Health, Epidemiology, Statistics, or other relevant field
8 or more years of relevant professional experience in public health, including significant experience in monitoring and evaluating health programs, Experience in monitoring reproductive health and family planning programs is highly desirable
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, initiative, and good judgment
Ability to anticipate and solve problems
Ability to independently plan execute complex tasks while addressing daily management details and remaining organized and focused on long-term deadlines and strategy
Experience with USAID is desirable
Experience in conducting randomized impact evaluations is desirable
Excellent writing, computer, management, and organizational skills, experience with stat or spss highly desirable


How to apply
To apply please put the name of the position in the subject line and attach a cover letter and resume/CV and email to shopsnigeriajobs@abtassoc.com within two weeks.


Application closes July 2, 2012.