Grow Strong Foundation (GSF) is a child-focused women and youth-led non-profit organization established in 2017. GSF is providing humanitarian assistance to Children, IDPs, and other highly vulnerable in collaboration with NHF-OCHA in Northeastern Nigeria. As part of our commitment to achieving the objectives of our strategic plan, GSF is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the vacant position.
Position: Consortium M&E Officer
Location: Yobe state
Reporting: MEAL Manager
Starting Date: 13- March-2024
Languages Required: English, Hausa
Purpose: The Consortium M&E Officer will be responsible for overseeing and implementing the monitoring and evaluation framework of a consortium program. This role will involve designing M&E systems, collecting and analyzing data, and providing regular reports to the MEAL Manager. The M&E Officer will work closely with consortium partners to ensure that program activities are effectively monitored, evaluated, and documented.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive M&E plan for the consortium program, in line with donor requirements and organizational standards.
- Design data collection tools, methodologies, and indicators to effectively monitor progress and measure the impact of program activities.
- Coordinate data collection activities, ensuring timely and accurate data collection from consortium partners and other stakeholders.
- Analyze quantitative and qualitative data to assess program performance, identify trends, and generate insights for program improvement.
- Prepare regular M&E reports, including progress reports, quarterly reports, and annual reports, for submission to donors and other stakeholders.
- Facilitate M&E capacity-building activities for consortium partners and staff, including training workshops and technical assistance.
- Conduct field visits to monitor program implementation, assess the quality of data collection, and identify challenges and lessons learned.
- Collaborate with consortium partners to ensure alignment of M&E activities and promote learning and knowledge sharing among partners.
- Support the integration of M&E findings into program planning, decision-making, and strategy development.
- Ensure compliance with ethical standards and data protection protocols in all M&E activities.
Qualifications and Experience:
- B.Sc or HND in a relevant field such as international development, monitoring, and evaluation, statistics, or social sciences.
- Proven experience in designing and implementing M&E systems for complex development programs, preferably in a consortium or partnership context.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to collect, analyze, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear and concise reports and presentations.
- Proficiency in M&E software and tools, such as KOBO Toolbox, SPSS, or STATA.
- Knowledge of and experience with different evaluation methodologies, including impact evaluation, participatory approaches, and outcome mapping.
- Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and multidisciplinary team, with strong interpersonal and facilitation skills.
- Fluency in English (additional languages, especially those relevant to the program context, is an advantage).
- Commitment to the principles of accountability, transparency, and learning in development programming.
Method of Application
Interested candidate should send his or her application with CV, Motivation letter to Grow Strong Foundation (GSF) email; [email protected] or apply online using the provided link:
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On or before close of Business 29- March-2024.
