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Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Director

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Bamako, Bamako Capital District, Mali
Full-time

FHI 360 seeks a MEL Advisor for a potential USAID Mali Integrated Family, Household, and Community Health & Nutrition Activity. The MEL Advisor will oversee the monitoring, evaluation and learning components of the Activity.  S/he will develop monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) systems that include appropriate indicators, baseline data, targets, a plan to evaluate performance, capture learning, and produce timely, accurate and complete reporting. The incumbent will lead, advise, and supervise staff in the development and implementation of all MEL policies, procedures, and practices. It is anticipated that the position will be based in Bamako, Mali. Recruitment is contingent upon successful award of the project and the selection of the final applicant is subject to USAID approval.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Oversees the shared platform for monitoring, evaluation and learning activities of FHI 360 in Mali
  • Lead the design, development, planning, and implementation of project technical strategies. This includes development and dissemination of tools, materials, reports, papers, and intervention linked research;
  • Develop strategies and tools for the design and implementation of specific technical components;
  • Lead the development and monitoring of MEL and work plans;
  • Work closely with the heads of projects to ensure compatibility and coordination within the M&E framework, and consistency with national and donor requirements;
  • Responsible for providing technical assistance, developing and setting up systems for the timely collection, management, analysis, and reporting of valid and reliable data that meet donor reporting requirements;
  • Focus on strengthening the M&E system, building capacity of partners and staff, and improving alignment and support to host-country M&E systems; and
  • Develop and lead the implementation of a robust learning agenda for continuous learning, collaboration and adaptation.
  • Undertake periodic reviews of program and/or country M&E systems and participate in planning M&E system strengthening actions. Provide guidance on information systems for quality assurance, as well as best practices documentation and reporting.
  • Oversee the publication and dissemination of information on successful and promising approaches, lessons learned and other program results to program partners, donors, Government of Mali counterparts and other key stakeholders
Educational Background: 
Master's Degree or higher in monitoring and evaluation, public health, demography, health management, social science, biostatistics, statistics, or a related field required.
Skills/Experience: 
  • 8+ years’ experience in monitoring, evaluation and research efforts.
  • Strong quantitative and analytical skills and ability to articulate technical information clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Strong skills using MS Excel Word, PowerPoint and Access, and at least one data management software program (SAS, SPSS, Epi Info, Atlas) and experience training others in its use is highly desirable.
  • Demonstrated expertise in rigorous quantitative and qualitative research and analytical methods;
  • Experience with a USG-funded project as well a health-related projects is preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective working relations with host country government personnel, stakeholders, NGO partners, and international donor agencies.
  • Excellent report writing, analytical, and communication skills, including oral presentation skills.
  • Extensive experience in knowledge management and dissemination of research findings.
  • Ability to work independently and manage a high-volume work flow.
  • Proficient in French and English (fluency preferred).

Organization Info

Fhi 360

Overview
Headquarters: 
Washington, DC, United States
Annual Budget : 
More than $500M
Founded: 
1974
About Us
Mission: 

To improve lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions for human development.

Why Work For Us?: 

We Believe…

…the key to improving the lives of the world's most vulnerable people lies in generating, sharing, and applying knowledge.

…sustainability comes from improving the capacity of individuals and countries to address their needs.

…in partnerships with governments, civil society organizations, the private sector, and communities.

…in approaches that address human needs as a whole

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Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Aug 19 2019
Active Until: 
Sep 19 2019
Hiring Organization: 
Fhi 360
industry: 
Nonprofit