UNES Monitoring and Evaluation Officer Job

(UNES/HLIT/MEO/02/2024)

Job Descriptions

Reporting to the Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist the incumbent shall be tasked with the following responsibilities:

• Track and monitor implementation of ALL project activities consistent with the Approved Work Plan
• Ensure timely and efficient collection of evidence on different project results/achievements.
• Adapt and improve HealthIT monitoring and evaluation databases and systems.
• Provide input into the analysis of project data and subsequent programming.
• Implement and maintain institutional monitoring and evaluation systems to assist in short term and long-term planning.
• Document best practice systems.
• Support planning and implementation of internal evaluations, baselines and situation analysis.
• Lead the project team in writing the M&E quarterly reports.
• Support the designing, development and use of data capture tools, templates, and user guides to meet project requirements.
• Support the development of necessary documentation and provide support to all project staff to understand project reporting requirements and indicator definitions
• Provide assistance to Technical teams in development of digital solutions as appropriate
• Ensure compliance with MOH and USAID reporting requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in statistics, development studies, project management, or any other field related to impact analysis; Masters in Monitoring and Evaluation will be an added advantage.
• At least 2 years of relevant working experience as an M&E officer for projects funded by USAID
• Experience with the Ministry of Health and partners
• In-depth knowledge and experience in USAID reporting requirements.
• Experience in developing theories of change, M&E systems or plans; conducting data quality assessments, data validation and data audits, highly preferred.
• Demonstrated research experience and skills with understanding of qualitative and
• quantitative research design, complemented by experience in research information
• product development, exceptional verbal and written communication skills for
• impressive presentations and effective report writing for various partners.
• Proven expertise in data collection methodologies, in-depth knowledge of sampling and use of interviews, focus groups and interactive tools to generate qualitative information and analysis with ability to communicate results clearly using graphs, charts, and other visuals.
• Experience with qualitative and quantitative research methods, statistical analysis, and data analysis software
• Extensive knowledge in MEL, collaboration, learning and adapting concepts for projects required, with a strong understanding of and/or prior experience working in projects with a focus on health information systems is highly desirable.
• Strong teamwork and effective cross-cultural interpersonal skills with ability to work across various teams, willingness to listen, respect for diversity, demonstrated ability to build consensus and navigate complex operating environments

How To Apply

Applicants interested in the above positions should submit the following:

• Cover letter detailing why you want to be considered for the position, as well as current and expected gross salary.
• Detailed CV including at minimum:
  • Biographical data including: Full names, current mailing address, current telephone contacts, email address
  • Employment history to date.  Ensure that specific start and end dates are included.
  • Educational history to date, clearly detailing the program, certificate obtained, and completion date.
  • Names of 3 referees with their contacts.
• Copies of ALL academic and professional certificates and testimonials.

All applications must be received on or before close of business of February 14, 2024.

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