Technical Advisor, Monitoring and Evaluation M&E

FHI360 is recruiting a Technical Advisor, Monitoring and Evaluation M&E, to be based in Maputo, Mozambique.

Duties

• Provides technical oversight for designing, developing, planning, and implementation of the M&E component of the SBCC program
• Supports the design, and operationalization of the project’s performance monitoring plan (PMP): including data collection, verification, and preparation of regular project performance reports
• Ensures appropriate data collection tools and systems are in place and collects required data, including management of information systems (MIS) and any other systems necessary to meet requirements for FHI 360, USAID and other stakeholders
• Participates in the development of quality assurance systems for the program
• Provides technical oversight for designing, developing, planning, and implementation of evaluation, formative, and other research related to the project
• Oversees local IRB processes and requirements and coordinates research activities with appropriate stakeholders and partners
• Provides technical oversight and support to local research agencies and teams in carrying out research and evaluation activities
• Works with senior SBCC team members to pre-test health communication materials and media
• Identifies research and M&E technical assistance needs for subprojects/grantees and provides technical assistance via training, mentorship, etc. or coordinates its provision
• Offers technical support in the use of tools for purposes of collecting, analysis and synthesis of monitoring data
• Assists in the compilation and writing of quarterly, annual and ad hoc program data and reports
• Reviews sub-agreements for monitoring and evaluation
• Participates in developing strategic and implementation plans

Requisites

• PhD, MD or similar degree with 3 - 5 years relevant experience in formative and evaluation research and M&E with international development programs
• MS/MA/MPH in public health or related field, and 5 - 7 years relevant experience in formative and evaluation research and M&E with international development programs
• Demonstrated knowledge of formative research and evaluation designs for communication programs, with experience in HIV and other health areas, such as family planning, malaria, gender, etc. preferred
• Relevant computer software skills (including, at a minimum, the standard applications in MS Office). Proficiency in SPSS, NVivo, or other equivalent software packages desired
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills
• Demonstrated ability in managing research firms/teams and staff supervision
• Strong intercultural supervisory and team building skills and experience
• Ability to work independently with initiative to manage high volume work flow
• Experience working in a USAID or other donor-funded project. A solid understanding and appreciation of USAID and USAID project processes, procedures, rules and regulations
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills
• Ability to work independently with initiative to manage high volume work flow
• Relevant computer software skills (including, at a minimum, the standard applications in MS Office)

Notes

• Only short listed applicants will be contacted