Apply: RET Nigeria Monitoring and Evaluation Manager

By Isaac Ajala
October 7, 2024

Deadline: 17 October, 2024

Location: Abuja, Nigeria

RET Germany has opened application for the position of a Monitoring and Evaluation Manager who will develop and manage the RET Nigeria programme reporting system and also implement the system.

RET Germany is an independent, impartial, non-profit verein, headquartered in Berlin, Germany, with field operations in Africa and Asia, and committed to working in emergencies, in protracted crises, and in fragile contexts to alleviate the deepest sufferings, build people’s resilience and enhance their self-reliance.

Responsibilities

Implement monitoring systems, design monitoring tools and ensure a common and clear understanding of the appropriate use of monitoring and evaluating tools and processes among all technicians through regular capacity building
Identify performance indicators, develop quality assurance strategies and train project staff
Develop and manage the RET Nigeria programme reporting system and implement the system by developing and monitoring the use of standardised tools, instruments, methods and procedures, including designing the key performance Indicators (KPI), logical frameworks, theory of change, etc
Make sure all aspects of the programme monitoring and evaluation comply with institutional requirements
Effective field coordination of data collection efforts to ensure the relevance, accuracy and reliability of data, and the centralisation and systematisation of field data (including baseline data, market research, rapid assessments, needs surveys and asset assessments – NAAS, etc.)
Jointly with the field teams, monitor project activities, outputs and progress towards anticipated results
Knowledge and information management (KIM) of the RET country programme, including identification, documentation and dissemination of successful innovations, lessons learned and good practice
Provide timely and appropriate technical advice and guidance on programme implementation and development based on information provided by KIM systems
In collaboration with the CPM, develop annual, quarterly and monthly plans for monitoring and evaluation projects and activities in accordance with logical project frameworks, to monitor progress and propose solution strategies in the event that projects are not on track
Write quality internal and external narrative reports in close collaboration with the CPM and ensure timely submissions
Provide quality technical contributions for the development of project proposals in collaboration with the country programme manager
Jointly with the programme management team, identify programming gaps and opportunities and ensure the relevance and quality of RET interventions so that they can strengthen autonomy while respecting specificity of gender, human rights and sensitivity through regular consultations and discussions with project participants, partners and other key stakeholders
Represent RET at programme meetings and liaise with partners and other organisations as well as the represent RET for technical matters at donor meetings upon request

Requirements

Degree in Social Sciences, Information Management, Statistics or other relevant fields is mandatory
Four years, minimum, of professional experience in an international NGO in similar role/with similar responsibilities
Demonstrated understanding of monitoring and evaluation, specifically in the humanitarian and development context, including logical models, conceptual frameworks, and assessment/evaluation
Demonstrated experience developing tools and systems for, and building capacity of staff in skills related to programme monitoring and documentation
Demonstrated experience in staff supervision
Demonstrated experience of implementing beneficiary complaint and feedback mechanisms
Proficiency in computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Power Point etc.), and proficiency in SPSS or similar data analysis software would be an advantage
Experience with mobile data collection techniques is preferred
Strong analytical, documentation, problem solving, interpersonal and negotiation skills are considered key assets
Ability to work with different partners, local authorities, local organisations and NGOs, to develop and maintain positive relationships
Strong leadership skills and proven experience in project and staff management
Ability to maintain performance expectations in diverse cultural contexts, psychologically stressful environments and physical hardship conditions
Professional fluency in spoken and written French and English