About us
Bridge Connect Africa Initiative (BCAI) is committed to empowering and amplifying the
rights of girls, women and young people through equitable access to education, healthcare,
economic empowerment, and environmental sustainability. Founded in 2018, BCAI uses
strategies for policy-level activism, community engagements, capacity building, digital
campaigns and research to address barriers that limit progress for these groups.
We work closely with communities to co-create innovative solutions and collaborate with
relevant stakeholders, including government agencies to build a future where women and
young people are empowered to live safe and dignified lives. Over the past six years, BCAI
has developed and implemented programs that advance education, health, and safety for
women, girls, and young people to delay early marriage, combat gender-based violence, and
promote economic growth.
We Are Recruiting To Fill The Position Below:
Job Title: Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer (MEL)
Location: On-site (Kano)
Job Type: Full-time
Scope of Work
The Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer reports directly to the Director of
Programs and collaborates closely with the Programs Officer and other team members.
He/she will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive monitoring,
evaluation, and learning strategies to assess the impact and effectiveness of BCAI’s programs
and initiatives. The MEL Officer will ensure data-driven decision-making, continuous
improvement, and knowledge-sharing within and outside the organisation where necessary.
Responsibilities:
● Developing and implementing a robust monitoring, evaluation, and learning
framework to track progress, measure outcomes, and assess the impact on programs
and projects.
● Perform or assist in data collection, data entry, data validation, and data quality
assessment.
● Collaborate with program teams to establish clear indicators, targets, and benchmarks
for measuring success and tracking progress towards organizational goals.
● Conduct regular data analysis and prepare comprehensive reports, visualizations, and
presentations to communicate findings, insights, and recommendations to
stakeholders, including donors, partners, and senior management.
● Coordinate and facilitate evaluations, including baseline, midline, and endline
assessments, to assess the effectiveness and impact of programs and projects.
● Identify best practices, lessons learned, and areas for improvement based on data
analysis and evaluation findings, and provide recommendations for program
adjustments and enhancements.
● Continuously seek opportunities to improve M&E systems and processes, staying
up-to-date with the latest trends and innovations in the field.
● Collaborate with the Communications Officer to develop and disseminate compelling
stories, case studies, and multimedia content that showcase the impact of BCAI’s
work and share lessons learned.
● Demonstrate a high level of professionalism when dealing with sensitive and
confidential documents and information, and with co-workers and partners.
Benefit:
This role offers a competitive salary in a collaborative work environment with a dynamic and
diverse team. We also offer tremendous potential with a growing global organization.
● Robust learning and development opportunities
● Expand your contact networks and net worth.
● Travel opportunities to represent the organization
● 21 days leave per year + Public holidays.
● Amazing team culture.
Qualifications:
● First degree in Social Sciences, Statistics, or a related field and relevant certification
in Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning from a recognized institution.
● Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in monitoring, evaluation, and learning,
preferably within the non profit sector or an NGO environment.
● Strong analytical skills with experience in developing M&E frameworks and
conducting impact evaluations.
● Familiarity with quantitative and qualitative data collection methods and analysis
techniques.
● Proficiency in data analysis software and tools (e.g., SPSS, STATA, R) and data
visualization tools.
● Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
● Excellent communication skills, with a proven ability to write clear and impactful
research papers, reports, and policy briefs.
● Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and teams.
● Attention to detail and accuracy in data management and reporting.
● Familiarity with project management principles and processes.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV & Cover Letter as a single
file to [email protected] using the Title as the Subject of the email.
Application Closing Date
31st January, 2025.
Note: Only Shortlisted Candidates Will Be Contacted.
