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FHI 360 is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Technical Advisor, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning on an anticipated five-year USAID-funded project in Zambia, to work at the community level to implement evidence-based HIV prevention services amongst Key and Targeted Populations. The project will ensure completed referrals and linkages to high impact biomedical prevention services as well as referrals for treatment for people living with HIV (PLHIV) at health facilities. This position will report to the Chief of Party (COP).

Position Summary:
Under the direction of the COP and in close collaboration with the Technical Director, the Technical Advisor – Monitoring and Evaluation will be responsible for the design and implementation of all monitoring, evaluation and learning components of the project. He/she will develop MEL systems including appropriate M&E frameworks, monitoring plans, target-setting and a plan to evaluate performance and produce timely, accurate and complete reports.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
• Lead the design and implementation of the project’s monitoring and reporting activities,
including: development of the project’s results framework and Performance Monitoring Plan;
development and monitoring of project indicators; oversight of routine data collection and data management; data quality assessments (DQA); synthesis of data and presentation of project results; and reporting, both internally and externally as required/needed.
• Develop and maintain relevant protocols, SOPs, instruments, data sets, manuals, training
materials and reports pertaining to monitoring, evaluation, research and learning; and ensure that these all adhere to FHI 360 and international policies and standards and that they remain
technically and ethically sound.
• Develop and oversee implementation of strategies for capacity strengthening (as needed) of staff, implementing partners, government counterparts, and other stakeholders in M&E systems/tools, data management, health informatics, data analysis and use for program planning and improvements, and other priority areas/skills.
• Contribute to timely preparation and submission of work plans, data sets, progress reports, and papers summarizing project results and evidence, and other deliverables, as required; this includes ensuring effective data analysis/interpretation and data use to inform management decision-making and to support quality improvement efforts.

• Oversee the publication and dissemination of information on successful and promising
approaches, lessons learned and other program results to program partners, donors, GoZ
counterparts and other key stakeholders; and delivering presentations at professional meetings and conferences or contribute to the preparation of materials for such presentations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired knowledge, skills and attributes:
• A firm command of Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL), including demonstrated expertise in both quantitative and qualitative M&E methods.
• Proven understanding of USG/PEPFAR key performance indicators (KPIs) and priorities for
monitoring, evaluation and learning – especially for programming centered on Targeted
Populations and KP programming.
• Strong analytical skills, with demonstrated capacity to interpret both qualitative and
quantitative data, measure outcomes of the project’s activities/outputs, inform evidence based decision-making and make recommendations on appropriate remedial actions.
• Ability to articulate technical data/results clearly and effectively to both technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Proficiency in the design, implementation and oversight of electronic data collection tools, client level electronic medical records and in the use of data visualization techniques and software (DHIS2, Tableau, PowerBI, etc.).
• Strong skills using MS Excel Word, PowerPoint and Access, and at least one data management software program (SAS, SPSS, Epi Info, Atlas); experience training others in their use is desirable.
• English fluency, with excellent communication (both written and oral) and presentation skills.
• Strong inter-personal skills, teamwork and ability to collaborate across various
departments/functions, organizations and sectors.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:
• Master’s degree in Epidemiology, Statistics, Mathematics, Public health, Demography, Social
Science, Economics, or other relevant discipline.
• At least 8 years of experience in M&E in the Public Health and HIV/AIDS field. This includes:
Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing rigorous quantitative and
qualitative research, rapid appraisals, bio-behavioral surveillance and data analysis
methods
o Hands-on practical experience setting up and managing MER systems for health programs
in developing countries, and the ability to coach and train others in their use
o Knowledge of M&E issues and indicator development for HIV prevention and service
delivery strengthening related to HIV/AIDS
o Familiarity with PEPFAR indicators and reporting requirements
o Excellent report writing, analytical and oral presentation skills
o Experience in knowledge management and dissemination of research findings
o Setting up and managing M&E systems that track performance in HIV prevention

FHI 360 offers a competitive compensation package and is an equal opportunity employer. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online as soon as possible. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

This job posting 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.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

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