Monitoring and Evaluation Officer at FHI 360 (Kano & Kaduna)

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology - creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Requisition ID: 2019202070
Locations: Kano, Kaduna
Job type: Full-time

Job Descriptions

• The M&E Officer will provide technical leadership for state-level M&E activities and maintain regular communication with state-level partners to offer data-requirement support.
• The M&E Officer will support the State Team Lead in tracking implementation progress and results at state level.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct M&E program monitoring and evaluation tasks, including the implementation of M&E systems (data collection, dataflow management, data management and results reporting).
• Participate in the training of staff/partners and consultants in M&E data collection and processing.Support organisation of M&E review meetings at state level.
• Support the development of work plans and budget for M&E activities.
• Provide technical support to state partners and enumerators to strengthen monitoring system and track project deliverables.
• Contribute to the preparation of tables, charts and figures for internal and external publications.
• Provide administrative support as needed.
• Carry out all other tasks to support monitoring, assessments and researches in project sites.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Numerical Sciences or Development Science with 5-9 years work experience in monitoring and evaluation of education programs.
• Experience with word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
• Working knowledge of data processing computer packages.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and working knowledge of the Hausa Language.
• Well-organized, with ability to track multiple project activities and deadlines
• Ability and willingness to travel as required
• Ability to work successfully in a team-based environment
• Experience with database management and tablet technology for monitoring purposes.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation of reading & literacy programs in Northern Nigeria.
• Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the political and ethical issues surrounding formative learning processes.
• Proficient writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain good working report with staff and other project partners.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, especially in terms of reporting.
• Computer software and internet skills (including, at a minimum, the standard applications in MS Office).
• Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English
• The ability to speak Hausa language is an added advantage.
• Ability to travel in Nigeria minimum of 25%.

Remuneration
The following is a summary of fringe benefits provided by FHI 360 to eligible employees:

Core benefits:

• Comprehensive medical plans (PPOs)
• Dental insurance
• Vision coverage
• Group life and AD&D insurance
• Health savings account
• Long-term disability
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Dependent life insurance
• Business travel insurance
• Supplemental personal accident insurance
• Supplemental disability
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation, sick and parental leave
• 403 (b) retirement plan
• Pension plan

Other benefits (will vary depending on work location):

• Public transportation program
• On-site fitness center
• Local credit union membership
• Health and wellness program
• Employee assistance program
• Qualified tuition programs (529 plans)
• Bicycle subsidy
• Legal assistance plan
• Pet insurance.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: The above job description 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.