Monitoring and Evaluation Officer - Nigeria

Jos, Nigeria


Position Summary

The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer supports the design, development, and implementation of a monitoring and evaluation system within assigned area. S/he gathers, analyzes, and processes complex information related to all aspects of program activity implementation. The incumbent carries out his/her work according to an established standard operating procedure for collecting data, monitoring project progress and measuring program inputs/outputs. This position will be based in the Jos office, with frequent travel to the field.

S/he will work under the direct supervision of the DMEL Senior Manager and in close coordination with the Early Warning Officers, DMEL Coordinator, Senior Program Manager, Project Coordinators and State Coordinators.

Roles and Responsibilities

Coordinate weekly with DMELSenior Manager to determine priority tasks. Ensure the state team is aware of and up to date on all DMEL tasks and reports.
Conduct site visits during the project implementation phase in assigned areas.
In concert with the DMEL Senior Manager, develop Monitoring and Evaluation plans for field-level projects.
Produce a “routine monitoring report” (RMR) according to an approved template for each site visit prior to the indicator verification visit.
Identify lessons learned, constraints, and project impacts based on determined theme and/or sector for inclusion in Quarterly Reports.
Share observations from monitoring visits with DMEL Senior Manager when findings demonstrate questionable actions.
Serve as primary point of contact for Media & Communications office when developing impact assessments, success stories and weekly reporting.
Undertake comprehensive analysis of projects based on the history of site visits; present findings to DMEL Senior Manager in a concise and professional manner.
Support quality, conflict sensitive, innovative and effective DMEL process in the middle belt
Implementing SFCG M&E standards around project planning meetings, baseline studies, data collection tools, monitoring missions and evaluations in the North East;
Represent the program positively and professionally in both internal and external environments.
Participate in professional training and development activities, as necessary.
Perform other tasks, as assigned.
Qualifications

Education

Degree or Master’s degree in conflict and peace-building studies, international relations, international development, political sciences, social science, economics, or related field is desired.;
Required Experience

Two years’ experience in field monitoring, evaluation design, empirical and statistical analysis, management information systems and/or information management design is required.
Experience working in an NGO in a similar capacity
One to three years of training experience
Experience of peace-building approach
Experience in partnership development and management
Experience of working in conflict-prone areas in Africa or Nigeria
Experience in both development and humanitarian contexts is considered as an added advantage
Other Relevant Requirements

Deep understanding of the social, political and conflict dynamics in Nigeria;
Demonstrated skills in using different conflict analysis frameworks;
Excellent analytical and writing skills;
Excellent working knowledge in English
Attitude for teamwork and good leadership skill
Knowledge using qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis tools;
Knowledge of early warning systems;
A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards and a diverse workplace; and
Ability to prioritize, plan and organize workflow to tight timeframes, handle multiple tasks, and be flexible with changing priorities.


This position will close on Friday, 16th November 2018.

To apply: Interested candidates visit https://www.careerdevelopmentproject.com.ng/my-dream-job/ or send a mail to support@careerdevelopmentproject.com.ng