• Design and implement a comprehensive M and E framework for programme, including the development of a MEL plan, theory of change, quality assurance surveillance plan, etc
• Establish and monitor defined M and E indicators; ensure data is reviewed and utilised throughout programme implementation and provided to senior management team for CLA approaches
• Determine M and E functional responsibilities within the activity team and data management responsibilities are supported at district health offices for improved reporting and data comprehension
• Serve as the focal point for M and E and devise strategies with the technical and communication team to ensure consistency in the use of data and quality reporting
• Maintain systems to routinely collect and analyse information on inputs, outputs, outcomes and impact to ensure effectiveness of interventions
• Support subcontractors, private sector, and local government partners to identify, monitor, and report high quality data, ensuring timely submissions
• Work as part of the senior management team, supporting the activity’s strategic vision, ensuring collaboration between functional areas, and supporting effective implementation of activities
• Review and synthesise data with the technical team for strategic information thinking behind reports and all technical deliverables

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Public Health, International Development, Statistics, Epidemiology, Population Sciences, or related degree
• Ten years, minimum, of relevant experience working in international health projects in Africa in a technical capacity (preferably five years, minimum, with complex USAID-funded projects)
• Demonstrated applied skills in MEL methods and use of data for service strengthening/technical assistance projects/programmes, ideally in supply chain or pharmaceuticals
• Demonstrated leadership working with other technical experts in MEL and research in the international community and at the host country level
• Ability to tailor data collection approaches to local needs, interests, and capabilities
• Ability to convey MEL results to non-technical stakeholders and generate interest in the use of MEL data/results for programmatic improvements
• Strong managerial and supervisory experience
• Exceptional communication skills, particularly on data, written and spoken English

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Photo source: The Maternal and Child Survival Program