| Position Purpose
Reporting to the M&E Specialist, the Senior M&E Officer is responsible for leading and overseeing collection of monitoring data related to DREAMS activities under the FISH project. The Sr. M&E Officer will be based in Mangochi, and will closely work with the DREAMS Manager and FISH project staff to frequently engage with activities, review data collected for accuracy and quality, and advise project leadership on the project’s progress towards key indicators. The Senior M&E Officer will also advise project staff on the development of donor reports, and will aid in providing updates to key stakeholders on project achievements.
Key Responsibilities
The Senior M&E Officer will be fully dedicated to supporting and overseeing collection of data related to the DREAMS activities under the FISH project.
This will entail:
Regular visits to field implementation sites to verify project data, assess the M&E system, identify weaknesses and propose and implement solutions, and build the capacity of field workers
Support the timely submission of DREAMS data into USAID’s PROMIS database
Coordinate with FISH and DREAMS Mangochi-based staff on the work plan, and advise on project progress
Work closely with the M&E Officer and delegate responsibilities related to DREAMS data collection, analysis, and overview
Provide regular updates to project leadership and stakeholders in the relevant districts on DREAMS achievements
Coordinate with health facilities to verify referrals, and with other DREAMS partners to ensure data is not double reported
Conduct trainings for DREAMS staff on data collection systems and tools
Lead project assessments such as focus group discussions and questionnaire development for key information interviews to ensure project plans are on track
Advise FISH project staff during development of quarterly reports
Lead development of informational tools such as project summary documents and information on the website associated with DREAMS activities
Develop and implement a data flow/data management system for DREAMS activities.
Basic Requirements
Strong English language skills both written and oral
Degree in Public Health, Statistics, or other related field and at least 8 years’ experience on projects in the HIV sector
High degree of professionalism and organization with strong commitment to submission of deliverables in a timely manner
Proven ability to design and manage monitoring and evaluation systems on development projects
Demonstrated capacity to facilitate training workshops on M&E with local organizations
Experience supporting US Government funded programs in Malawi
Willingness to be based in Mangochi
Ability to travel at least 40 f the time.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of USAID M&E Reporting systems.
Interested candidates should submit their applications and a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae that includes names and contacts (Telephone numbers and e-mail address) Of (3) referees familiar with candidate’s experience to:
Email: infomw@pactworld.org
by Monday 17th April, 2017. Attention to the Program Operations Manager. Only short listed candidates will be notified.
Pact is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.
Location: Mangochi
Employment Type: Full time
Salary: N/A
Job deadline: 2017-04-17
Company: Pact Malawi | | |
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