Abt Associates is a mission-driven global leader in research and program implementation in the fields of health, social and environmental policy and international development, Known for its rigorous approach to solving complex challenges, Abt Associates was ranked as one of the top 25 global research firms in 2010. The employee-owned company has multiple offices in the U. S. and program offices in nearly 40 countries. Abt Associates is an AA/EO employer, committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Please refer to our web-site at http://www.abtassociates.com for more information on our work, Abt Associates Inc is seeking for qualified candidate to fill the position below:
Position: Senior Monitoring and Evaluation (MandE) Advisor,
Who will be responsible for the coordination and implementation of the program’s M and E activities in an International health project based in Nigeria which is contigent upon successful award of the contract.
Job Description
The chosen candidate will be responsible for:
- Implementing M&E system for all project activities, including finalizing program indicators;
- Identifying and developing data sources, developing and maintaining systems for data collection and maintenance/storage;
- In co-ordination with the COP and home office team, prepare performance monitoring plans, as well as quarterly and annual reports and other project documents
- Oversee the collection, analysis, and reporting of ongoing M&E data, according to the project M&E plan;
- Ensure the timely submission of all M&E reports as specified by the client; and
- Present results of program achievements and outputs in written reports and at conferences and meetings,
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
- Masters Degree (minimum), or PhD or MD (desirable) in Public Health, Epidemiology, Statistics, or other relevant field,
- 8 years of relevant professional experience in Public Health, including significant experience in monitoring and evaluating health programs, Experience in monitoring reproductive health and family planning programs highly desirable.
- Three or more years of international project experience, preferably in Nigeria.
- Experience with USAID desirable.
- Excellent writing, computer, management and organizational skills, experience with STATA or SPSS highly desirable.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, initiative, and good judgment.
- Ability to anticipate and solve problems.
- Ability to independently plan and execute complex tasks while addressing daily management details and remaining organized and focused on long-term deadlines and strategy.
To Apply:
Please put the name of the position in the Subject Title and attach a Cover Letter and copy of your Resume/CV and send to shopsnigeriajobs@abtassoc.com on or before 17th May 2011.
