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Monitoring and Evaluation and Learning Lead, Madagascar

About FHI 360:

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 currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Monitoring and Evaluation Lead

FHI 360 seeks qualified candidates for the position Social and Behavior Change (SBC) Lead for an upcoming, USAID-funded nutrition and food security program in Madagascar. The duration of the project is five years and the position will be based in Zomba. Recruitment is contingent upon successful award of the project to FHI 360 and final USAID approval of the candidate.

Description:

The M&E Lead is a technician with demonstrated experience in building or strengthening monitoring systems, quantitative and qualitative analysis, survey and sample design and effectively promoting evidence-based program management. S/he leads the development of and manages the MEL Plan. The MEL Lead develops and maintains systems to collect data and leads analysis to produce information on inputs, outputs, outcomes and impact of the program. S/he collaborates with the program team to design operations research (OR) to support learning, evaluation and planning, and oversees the implementation of OR projects as well as analysis, dissemination, and use. She/he shares MEL data and improvement plans, as well as strategies for program improvements for greater program effects with program team.

Job Summary/Responsibilities

• Designs and oversees the monitoring, evaluation and learning activities of the project
• Leads the design, development, planning, and implementation of project evaluation activities. This includes development and dissemination of tools, materials, reports, papers, and intervention linked research
• Develop strategies and tools for the design and implementation of monitoring of specific technical components
• Work closely with the heads of projects to co-design monitoring tools, selecting indicators, and determining field monitoring responsibilities. Works to ensure tool 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
• 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 the Republic of Madagascar counterparts and other key stakeholders

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a quantitative field (economics, agricultural/development economics, statistics, biostatistics; nutrition, applied sociology, anthropology, or other relevant subject)
• At eight years relevant experience, or a PhD in any of the stated field of study above, with at least six years relevant work experience is required
• Training and experience in quantitative methods
• Experience in design and implementation of M&E systems for USG-funded projects
• Demonstrated experience in leading the M&E large USG funded awards
• Experience and knowledge of about theories of change, logic models, food and nutrition security indicators, M&E plans, data quality assurance, data utilization, and gender integration into M&E and experience and expertise in developing and operationalizing a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation plan

• Strong background or formal training in evaluating international development programs such as but not limited to agricultural, livelihood, and/or food security programming
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills and ability to articulate technical information clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Demonstrated expertise in rigorous quantitative and qualitative research and analytical methods
• Excellent report writing, analytical, and communication skills, including oral presentation skills
• Demonstrated statistical analysis skills and use of relevant software (SAS, SPSS, Epi Info, Atlas)
• Experience with international donor projects required, experience with USAID and Food for Peace preferred
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, knowledge of local languages preferred
• Strong intercultural supervisory and team building skills and experience
• Mentoring and facilitation skills preferred
• 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).

This 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.

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