Save the Children Nigeria Job in Kaduna for a Monitoring & Evaluation Coordinator
Save the Children
is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in
the lives of children in over 20 countries around the world.
Recognized for our commitment to accountability, innovation and
collaboration, our work takes us into the heart of communities, where
we help children and families help themselves.
We work with other organizations, governments, non-profits and a variety
of local partners while maintaining our own independence without
political agenda or religious orientation. Save the Children’s mission
is to Inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children
and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.
Save the Children is recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Title: Monitoring & Evaluation Coordinator
Location: Kaduna
Job Description
- 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.
- 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.
- Ensure programming is aligned to targets and indicators contained in project proposal
- 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.
- 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).
- The ability to analyse complex data and summarise it for a range of different audiences.
Desirable:
- A degree or a postgraduate level qualification or equivalent in economics or related discipline.
- Experience working with in Systems Strengthening programs to support vulnerable children.
- Experience of qualitative research techniques.
- Experience in international development.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply
Note: Kindly state your preferred location clearly in your application.
Application Deadline 20th February, 2016.