Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Specialist in South Sudan

FHI 360 is a global development organization with a rigorous, evidence-based approach. Our professional staff includes experts in health, nutrition, education, economic development, civil society, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,400 staff in the U.S. and around the world. Our commitment to partnerships at every level and our multidisciplinary approach enable us to have a lasting impact on the individuals, communities and countries we serve–improving lives for millions. We seek qualified candidates for the position of Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Specialist in South Sudan.

 

Project Description:

 

The project will improve quality of education resource distribution while increasing access to formal and non-formal education services for South Sudanese learners at the primary school level. The project will integrate a conflict sensitive approach and will work closely to support South Sudan’s educators, communities and education authorities to expand education services across formal and non-formal education. Efforts will be focused at the community level.

 

Position Description:

 

The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will provide comprehensive management of the project monitoring and evaluation system for the project. He/she will be required to work closely with project staff and volunteers to coordinate data collection and monitoring efforts. The M&E Specialist will design or adapt tools for data collection and will be responsible for implementing evaluation activities. He/she must ensure that all activities are in line with the Agency Learning, Evaluation and Research policy, ensuring that impact reporting includes cost/benefit analysis of interventions.

 

Position is contingent upon receipt of donor funding.

 

Job Responsibilities:

• Carry out initial project assessment (within first two months of project implementation);
• Ensure the adaptation of “rolling assessments”; use monitoring and evaluation data for critical decision making course correction;
• Routinely assess program assumptions to check if they remain valid; conduct at least every six months or as advised by USAID;
• Design and implement a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation system including baseline, mid-term, and final assessments;
• Closely monitor all activities of the different components of the project through the collection of data; including compiling the data into a database, working with any formative evaluation teams to complete work, preparing reports, and developing dissemination strategies
• Update the Performance Monitoring Plan and Performance Indicator Reference Sheets annually;
• Develop or adapt data collection instruments and tools for all project activities;
• Establish hard copy and electronic filing system (database) for each indicator; follow up with staff to ensure they are captured appropriately;
• Train staff and volunteers on basic monitoring and evaluation principles and data collection;
• Aggregate and analyze project data quarterly (for outputs), annually (for outcomes) and at the end of project (for results);
• Disseminate analyses and data reports to key stakeholders and staff and externally;
• Prepare information for quarterly and annual reports and the final project report;
• As appropriate, facilitate data-sharing with EMIS data systems;
• Manage external research and evaluation consultants as needed;
• Report on progress, accomplishments, or potential setbacks to the CoP;
• Other duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Requirements: 

• 7 years’ technical experience in developing and implementing monitoring and evaluation plans and results-based management
• Master’s degree in international education, social science, economics, or related field that includes research or evaluation methodology and statistics training
• At least 5 years of experience in monitoring, evaluation, or develop research
• Demonstrated experience in monitoring and/or evaluating projects
• At least 3 years’ work experience in developing countries, including conflict-affected environments
• Technical familiarity with relevant monitoring and evaluations methods
• Very good English technical writing skills
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet (preferably Microsoft Access and Excel), and presentation software (Microsoft) as well as other database and statistical applications (SPSS, SAS or STATA)
• Familiarity with USAID standards and procedures

 

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal communications and team collaboration skills.
• Skills in working in alliances and networks of organizations and communities in various sectors.
• Strong communication skills in English - with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with clients, education stakeholders and other project staff as part of a team.
• Excellent writing skills. Ability to write both research and technical reports.
• Well organized. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, to assess priorities and competently manage a variety of activities with a high level of accuracy
• Proactive style to task management.
• Attention to detail.
• Analytical and reflective skills – with ability to review and summarize documents.

 

FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center at www.fhi360.org/careercenter or through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.

 

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