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Organization: FHI 360
Duty Station: Zambia (Any)
FHI 360 is currently seeking qualified candidates for the
position of Technical Advisor, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning on an
anticipated five-year USAID-funded project in Zambia, to work at the community
level to implement evidence-based HIV prevention services amongst Key and
Targeted Populations. The project will ensure completed referrals and linkages
to high impact biomedical prevention services as well as referrals for treatment
for people living with HIV (PLHIV) at health facilities. This position will
report to the Chief of Party (COP).
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the COP and in close collaboration with the
Technical Director, the Technical Advisor - Monitoring and Evaluation will be
responsible for the design and implementation of all monitoring, evaluation and
learning components of the project. He/she will develop MEL systems including
appropriate M&E frameworks, monitoring plans, target-setting and a plan to
evaluate performance and produce timely, accurate and complete reports.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
• Lead the design and implementation of the project’s monitoring and
reporting activities,
including: development of the project’s results framework and Performance
Monitoring Plan;
development and monitoring of project indicators; oversight of routine data
collection and data management; data quality assessments (DQA); synthesis of
data and presentation of project results; and reporting, both internally and
externally as required/needed.
• Develop and maintain relevant protocols, SOPs, instruments, data sets,
manuals, training
materials and reports pertaining to monitoring, evaluation, research and
learning; and ensure that these all adhere to FHI 360 and international
policies and standards and that they remain
technically and ethically sound.
• Develop and oversee implementation of strategies for capacity strengthening
(as needed) of staff, implementing partners, government counterparts, and other
stakeholders in M&E systems/tools, data management, health informatics,
data analysis and use for program planning and improvements, and other priority
areas/skills.
• Contribute to timely preparation and submission of work plans, data sets,
progress reports, and papers summarizing project results and evidence, and
other deliverables, as required; this includes ensuring effective data analysis/interpretation
and data use to inform management decision-making and to support quality
improvement efforts.
• Oversee the publication and dissemination of information
on successful and promising
approaches, lessons learned and other program results to program partners,
donors, GoZ
counterparts and other key stakeholders; and delivering presentations at
professional meetings and conferences or contribute to the preparation of
materials for such presentations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired knowledge, skills and attributes:
• A firm command of Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL), including
demonstrated expertise in both quantitative and qualitative M&E methods.
• Proven understanding of USG/PEPFAR key performance indicators (KPIs) and priorities
for
monitoring, evaluation and learning – especially for programming centered on
Targeted
Populations and KP programming.
• Strong analytical skills, with demonstrated capacity to interpret both
qualitative and
quantitative data, measure outcomes of the project’s activities/outputs, inform
evidence based decision-making and make recommendations on appropriate remedial
actions.
• Ability to articulate technical data/results clearly and effectively to both
technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Proficiency in the design, implementation and oversight of electronic data
collection tools, client level electronic medical records and in the use of
data visualization techniques and software (DHIS2, Tableau, PowerBI, etc.).
• Strong skills using MS Excel Word, PowerPoint and Access, and at least one
data management software program (SAS, SPSS, Epi Info, Atlas); experience
training others in their use is desirable.
• English fluency, with excellent communication (both written and oral) and
presentation skills.
• Strong inter-personal skills, teamwork and ability to collaborate across
various
departments/functions, organizations and sectors.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience:
• Master’s degree in Epidemiology, Statistics, Mathematics, Public health,
Demography, Social
Science, Economics, or other relevant discipline.
• At least 8 years of experience in M&E in the Public Health and HIV/AIDS
field. This includes:
Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing rigorous quantitative and
qualitative research, rapid appraisals, bio-behavioral surveillance and data
analysis
methods
o Hands-on practical experience setting up and managing MER systems for health
programs
in developing countries, and the ability to coach and train others in their use
o Knowledge of M&E issues and indicator development for HIV prevention and
service
delivery strengthening related to HIV/AIDS
o Familiarity with PEPFAR indicators and reporting requirements
o Excellent report writing, analytical and oral presentation skills
o Experience in knowledge management and dissemination of research findings
o Setting up and managing M&E systems that track performance in HIV
prevention
FHI 360 offers a competitive compensation package and is an
equal opportunity employer. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply
online as soon as possible. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will
be contacted.
This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither
prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out
these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a
contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this
document at any time.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby
we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or
seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or
mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected
under applicable law.
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package, professional development and policies and programs that
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