Monitoring & Evaluation Coordinator Vacancy at Save the Children
Save the Children is the leading independent organization for children
in need, with programs in over 120 countries, including the United
States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world
treats
children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives by
improving their health, education and economic opportunities. In times
of acute crisis, we mobilize rapid assistance to help children recover
from the effects of war, conflict and natural disasters. Each year, we
and our partners reach millions of children in communities around the
world. Join our dedicated and diverse staff in their work to improve the
well-being of children everywhere.
Save the Children is recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Monitoring & Evaluation Coordinator
Location: Lagos
Job Descriptions
- To assume a technical role in implementing, and maintaining
effective and appropriate Monitoring and Evaluation systems for all
project activities in Lagos and Cross Rivers States.
- The post will involve coordination with state teams, and in line
with USAID reporting requirements, and with SC guidelines and best
practices.
Key Areas of Accountability
- Based on the project proposal, implementation plan, and donor
reporting requirements, implement the system for capturing and
documenting data and relevant information on project activities,
beneficiaries, outputs, outcomes, and impacts, which is feasible,
practical, and “user friendly”, and will obtain valid and reliable
information.
- Ensure an effective M&E data collection and reporting system
with all partners through mentorship, on the job training, site visits
and other technical support as needed. Ensure systems are well
understood and properly implemented by all partners.
- Ensure programming is aligned to targets and indicators contained in project proposal
- Constantly update State team on activities progress
- Provide on-going support to partners, and communities to
maintain M&E systems; identify skill gaps that can be addressed in
subsequent trainings.
- Analyse information about the programme and make recommendations for improvement.
- Prepare and submit monthly reports in ensuring utmost quality
- Update project database routinely as at when required
- Support monthly data review meetings in States
- Work with partners and state teams to maintain reporting
processes to ensure that all information and data is collected,
documented, and collated in an accurate and timely manner.
- Support the conduct of periodic supportive supervision and Data
Quality Assessment visits to state teams, partners, and communities
- Facilitate the sharing of information obtained with communities, and other stakeholders through a regular feedback mechanism.
- Any other duties as may be assigned by the Monitoring & Evaluation Director
Skills & Experience
- Training in quantitative methodologies, including database management.
- 3 years of direct experience of monitoring and evaluation
related to one or more of these fields: health, HIV, nutrition and/ or
economics.
- The ability to analyse complex data and summarise it for a range of different audiences.
- Commitment to SC’s mission, values and approach (includes child protection, equal opportunities and health and safety).
- Commitment to support cross organisational initiatives.
- Commitment to team working and understanding of how to contribute.
- Ability to operate within a predominantly administratively self-servicing environment.
- Strong analytical skills, and an understanding of a range of
methods for monitoring, evaluation and assessment to promote
evidence-based learning.
- Computer literate.
- Ability to support CSOs across board by building their capacity.
- Planning skills, including ability to think creatively and set priorities, manage work plans and evaluate progress.
- Strong communications skills (both written and verbal).
Desirable:
- A degree or a postgraduate level qualification or equivalent in Economics or related discipline
- Experience in international development
- Experience working with in Systems Strengthening programs to support vulnerable children.
- Experience of qualitative research techniques
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Note: Kindly state your preferred location clearly in your Application
Application Deadline 30th June, 2016.