Malaria Consortium is recruiting for a Senior Monitoring & Evaluation Officer to join our team in Plateau, Nigeria.

The Senior M&E Officer will serve as the main focal person for all Research, MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning) activity which include data validation, DQA, coordination meetings, capacity building in data quality and supportive supervisory visit to... strengthen health management information system in SMC project in the state. S/he will assist and report to the M&E manager regarding the monitoring and evaluation of project activities.

The incumbent will work as part of the project team under the direct supervision of the State project manager with technical guidance of the M&E Manager and indirectly through the PF-Programme Director for the attainment of the project goal.

The officer working under the line-management of the State Coordinator and in close collaboration with the state, LGA, community actors, stakeholders and partners would deliver aspects of the project as per the specified job tasks and expected deliverables.

Technical contributions 50%


Plan and implement M&E activities related to PF- SMC in the approved work plan under the guidance of the Project Manager
Serve as the focal person for all monitoring and evaluation related work for the project within the state.
Ensure high quality data are available on a regular and timely basis for programmatic decision making
Manage the information-gathering process for results and performance reports, in addition to other briefings, summaries, papers, presentations, etc. for various audiences as needed. (I suggest ‘manage the data collection and management processes before, during and after each round of mass SMC drug administration, including sentinel site monitoring)
Coordinate the documentation of PF- SMC activities in form of reports and ensure proper archiving of such for easy access and reference
Assist program and project manager to develop robust monitoring plans for quantitative and qualitative reporting on project performance indicators.
Adapt and maintain a high-quality database for the project in line with the regional standards.
Contribute to work plans, sub agreements, budgets, pipelines, technical reports, and deliverables.
Routinely monitor project performance against targets and prepare periodic reports on M&E activities for PF- SMC Project.
Participate in project assessments, evaluations and design including development of survey protocols


Program Management (10%)


Support SMoH staff with coordinating program management activities, by ensuring that the recommended coordination meetings hold at the LGA and state levels.
Work with the state and LGA Ministry of Health staff to ensure that reports are obtained from all health facilities within the state through appropriate state-specific mechanisms.
Participate in regular monitoring and supervisory visits to the PF-supported health facilities, and ensure that action plans are developed for identified gaps.
Support health facilities with ensuring that all items in the action plans are addressed and all outstanding gaps are closed.


Accountability (10%)


Support programming staff to engage key populations in monitoring and evaluating program’s performance and to incorporate participatory methods into M&E systems in Nigeria.
Orient program staff and partners on the basic principles and practices of beneficiary accountability in Nigeria.
Support the development and implementation of feedback and response channels to reflect the preferences of community members and beneficiaries.
Ensure that beneficiary feedback is adequately documented, addressed, analysed, and utilized by program teams.


Knowledge Management and Learning (20%)


Ensure that state M&E and program teams regularly review and accordingly adjust M&E plans and tools in the light of changes and needs in the field context based on monitoring data and reflection sessions.
Support learning-to-action events and reflection sessions to systematically analyse data for programmatic use for the state, and to document and incorporate lessons learned into program design and implementation.
Conduct regular data review and analysis for feedback to states for program improvement, and for updates to national level (MC and government).
Support program staff in key activities including development of a learning agenda, organizing regular learning events, supporting operations research, and reflecting, documentation, and communication of learning initiatives.
Support knowledge management systems and practices to gather, document and share best practices with project team, MC country office, government and technical partners. Collaborate with M&E and program staff to develop learning briefs, project bulletins and other materials for dissemination.
Promote adoption of the best practices in knowledge management by other project staff and government partners.


Representation (10%):


Liaise with technical counterparts in the State Ministry of Health, and other local stakeholders engaged in malaria activities in Nigeria.
Participate in events/ meetings related to Monitoring, Evaluation and research, including quarterly Principal Recipient and Sub-recipients quarterly review meetings.
Actively participate in the M&E Community of Practice and government M&E staff.


Person specification:

Qualifications and experience:        

Essential:      


Degree in statistics, demography, mathematics or any other relevant quantitative relevant discipline
Minimum of 5-years’ experience
Demonstrable contextual knowledge of local issues, community priorities, social and cultural constraints and realities related to community assessment, project design, evaluation and implementation
Cognate experience in monitoring and evaluation of community-based interventions is highly desirable
Experience in managing HMIS and CLMS as well as familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems will be added advantages.
Experience in survey design and implementation, development of data bases and analysis and write up of survey results
Demonstrated skills in data management and quantitative data analysis.


Desirable: 


Fluency in written and spoken English


Work-based skills and competencies:           

Essential:      


A solid understanding of health systems strengthening
Proficiency in database management especially DHIS; Excel, Word, PowerPoint and demonstrable experience with statistical software packages (Stata, SPSS, Epi Info)
Strong analytical skills and experience interpreting a strategic vision into an operational model
Proven writing, communication and presentation skills in English
A collaborative and flexible style, with a strong service mentality
Facilitation and coordination skills
The ideal candidate must be attentive to detail, highly organised, flexible and self-motivated with excellent communication skills in written and oral communication
He/she must clearly display the ability to effectively prioritise and perform tasks to meet tight deadlines


Desirable: 


Skills in qualitative research more

Job purpose

To work with the country office team and PMC Senior Project Manager to effectively manage project activities and resources, provide leadership and stewardship to the state project team and maintain collaborative links with the project’s key stakeholders at national and state level.

Key working relationships

The State Project manager will work with the state team and... stakeholders in the state, especially the State Ministry of Health, State Primary Health Care Development Agency, NAFDAC state representatives and LGA Departments of Health/PHC, to manage the rollout and implementation of the PMC Effect Project. S/he will monitor project partners’ activities at the state level and ensure approved terms of reference for partners’ work in the project state are adhered to. The State Project Manager will work with the country office project technical and management staff (Research Specialist, M&E Specialist and Senior Project Manager) to translate plans and decisions to action at the state level, while ensuring coherence, alignment and proper coordination with appropriate stakeholders. S/he would report to the Senior Project Manager.

Scope of work

The State Project Manager will support the programme activities at the state level overseeing implementation to ensure timely delivery of workplans and achievement of set targets and objectives. S/he will liaise with the SPM to provide technical and managerial oversight for the state project team and ensure activities are carried out according to approved budget and value for money principles.

Key accountabilities

 Project management (60%)


Work with the project team and other relevant personnel in the country office to lead activities for smooth project start up and activity planning in line with donor- approved project workplan.
Work with the relevant personnel to prepare all necessary project start up and planning tools on time
Provide performance management oversight for the PMC Effect project team in the state.
Work directly with the SPM and be responsible for coordinating overall project implementation in the state and see that activities are carried out on time and within budget
Liaise regularly with the SPM to provide timely and comprehensive updates and reports as required
Liaise with other Roll Back Malaria partners and child health programme implementers relevant for successful project implementation in the state
Work with the project team to develop and implement annual work plans
Work closely with the SPM to prepare the programme monitoring and evaluation plan in conjunction with the Project M&E Specialist. Work with the project team to implement it
Work with the country finance team and project finance associate to prepare and track progress of project and activity budgets
Be responsible for State project budget management and reporting
Work with the project Finance Associate and SPM to prepare quarterly financial reports
Work with the relevant country personnel and the SPM to prepare an exit strategy and to implement it, to see to smooth project close-out.
Coordinate with other donors and implementers to ensure complementarity of implementation of the PMC Effect project in the state by leveraging resources and harmonizing efforts where possible
Work with the Senior Country Technical Coordinator, SPM and external relations team for MC to see that a communication strategy is developed and implemented for the project.
Coordinate the documentation of project activities in form of activity-specific reports and ensure proper archiving of such for easy access and reference
Contribute to preparations for periodic coordination meetings in form of progress updates and power point presentations
Be responsible for quarterly lessons identification and learning documentation and dissemination in liaison with the M&E and Research Specialists.
Be responsible for building functional partner relationships among the project’s stakeholders and local partners
Oversee project partners inputs and subcontractors’ activities to deliver   harmonized, aligned and effective outputs
 Manage risks to Malaria Consortium including financial, reputation and security in a challenging environment.
Work with the project M&E Specialist and Country Public Health Specialist to ensure that high quality project data is collected, analysed and disseminated to relevant stakeholders at all levels and reported to the donor.


 Technical performance management and quality assurance (30%)


Work with the project teams, SPM and the Senior Country Technical Coordinator to determine technical support needs to implement the project effectively and with high quality. Liaise with the Senior Country Technical Coordinator to obtain regional or global technical support
Contribute to the development and production of dissemination documents to allow wider sharing of Malaria Consortium’s experiences, lessons and successes
Oversee monitoring and evaluation of project performance against workplan
Keep abreast with evidence and best practices that are related to the project


 Representation (10%)


Represent Malaria Consortium at state level meetings related to the project and keep key stakeholders abreast of project implementation.
Participate in national level meetings and workshops as appropriate with the SPM’s support.



Liaise regularly with the SPM, keeping the relevant Country Team in loop of communication


Person specification

Qualifications and experience:

Essential


Postgraduate or Master’s degree in Public Health, Health Policy, Epidemiology or another relevant specialty is a minimum requirement
Extensive experience of working at national or state level in developing countries on a donor-funded project
Excellent project planning, management and monitoring & evaluation skills
Experience managing project budgets
Proven leadership skills and team leading
Experience in advocacy and policy influencing
Excellent written and spoken English


Desirable


Experience in malaria programme implementation
Experience in leading a project at state level
Advance knowledge of Microsoft office


Work-based skills and competencies:

Essential


Proof of strong interpersonal and negotiating skills
Excellent report writing and presentation skills are also needed
Understanding of public health issues in West and Central Africa


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Job purpose

To work with the State Technical Officer, State Project Manager (SPM) and team in providing technical support and direct implementation of projects for iCCM/CHIPS activities with a focus on the identification, training, logistic system for iCCM/CHIPS commodities and supervision of health facility and community health workers in the state.

Scope of work

The ICCM/CHIPS Service... Delivery Officer would support the implementation of integrated community case management (iCCM/CHIPS) in identified hard-to-reach (HTR) communities of Jigawa/Kaduna/Kano/Niger, and Yobe States by working with State MoH, LGAs, partners and other stakeholders at the state, LGA and community levels.

Key accountabilities 

Technical contributions (70%)


Work with the programme team and other relevant personnel at the state and country offices to lead activities for smooth transition of closed out iCCM/CHIPS project into the GF grant cycle 7 (GC7) malaria programme.
To build and manage an effective and technically sound iCCM/CHIPS programme team in the state
Support the SPM in preparing project Progress Update and Disbursement Request (PUDR) which is submitted to the Principal Recipient (PR) quarterly, including narrative reports on a timely basis
Work with the Hub Accountant and national finance teams to prepare quarterly financial reports
Manage risks to Malaria Consortium including financial, reputation and security in a challenging environment
Work with the project M&E Officer and Country M&E Specialist to ensure that high quality project data is collected, analysed and disseminated to relevant stakeholders at all levels and reported to PR
Contribute to the review of iCCM/CHIPS supervision model and roll-out plan
Coordinate implementation of supervisory activities to community health volunteers based on finalized supervisory plan
Take the lead in assessing the logistics and supply chain for iCCM/CHIPS commodities in the states
Contribute to adaptation of iCCM/CHIPS training manuals to Jigawa/Kaduna/Kano/Niger, and Yobe State context
Coordinate the planning and roll-out of training of health facility and community health volunteers
Contribute to the finalization of criteria for selection of communities, health facilities and volunteers for iCCM/CHIPS project implementation based on continuum of care approach
Work with the Demand Creation officer to coordinate the selection of communities in the selected LGAs for iCCM/CHIPS implementation
Work with the Demand Creation Officer to coordinate mapping and identification of health facility and community health volunteers in iCCM/CHIPS catchment areas
Preparation and submission of project malaria technical activity reports to zonal project manager
Coordinate the project specific and support to State ministry of health on procurement, supply chain and logistics activities
Contribute to the finalisation of the project performance and M&E frameworks and take the lead in the operationalization of the frameworks
Support State M&E activities
Represent MC on malaria Technical Working Groups (TWGs) and other relevant health coordinating committees at state level with approval of the zonal programme manager
Liaise with the State SMoH, partners and other SRs (especially Society for Family Health) for successful implementation of ACSM activities for ICCM/CHIPS implementation in Jigawa/Kaduna/Kano/Niger, and Yobe states
Work closely with Implementing partners (PMI/SFH, etc) during mass distribution of ITNs  in Jigawa/Niger/Kano/Kaduna/Yobe States


Project management (20%)


Contribute and work with the relevant personnel to prepare all relevant project start up and planning tools on time
Contribute to project exit strategy as part of project design and ensure inclusion of relevant activities to promote sustainability within the workplan and smooth transition of the project to government
Contribute to quarterly lessons identification and learning documentation and dissemination
Preparation and submission of project service delivery activity reports to State Project Manager


Technical performance management and quality assurance (10%)


Contribute to the roll-out of project service delivery activities which meet international standard of quality
Document evidence and best practices that are related to the project
Work with the relevant state and country personnel to prepare an exit strategy and to implement it, to see to the smooth end of the programme
Be responsible for state level quarterly lessons identification and learning documentation and dissemination


Person specification

Qualifications and experience:

Essential


Degree in Medical, Public Health, Health Policy, Epidemiology or another relevant specialty is a minimum requirement
Significant experience of working in developing countries
Excellent project planning, management and monitoring & evaluation skills


Work-based skills and competencies:

Essential


Technical knowledge and skills in control of malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea
Familiar with public health principles 
Familiar with monitoring and evaluation of community-based health programmes
Qualified female candidates are strongly advised to apply. more

Job purpose

To work with the State Technical Officer, State Project Manager (SPM) and team in providing technical support and direct implementation of projects for iCCM/CHIPS activities with a focus on the identification, training, logistic system for iCCM/CHIPS commodities and supervision of health facility and community health workers in the state.

Scope of work

The ICCM/CHIPS Service... Delivery Officer would support the implementation of integrated community case management (iCCM/CHIPS) in identified hard-to-reach (HTR) communities of Jigawa/Kaduna/Kano/Niger, and Yobe States by working with State MoH, LGAs, partners and other stakeholders at the state, LGA and community levels.

Key accountabilities 

Technical contributions (70%)


Work with the programme team and other relevant personnel at the state and country offices to lead activities for smooth transition of closed out iCCM/CHIPS project into the GF grant cycle 7 (GC7) malaria programme.
To build and manage an effective and technically sound iCCM/CHIPS programme team in the state
Support the SPM in preparing project Progress Update and Disbursement Request (PUDR) which is submitted to the Principal Recipient (PR) quarterly, including narrative reports on a timely basis
Work with the Hub Accountant and national finance teams to prepare quarterly financial reports
Manage risks to Malaria Consortium including financial, reputation and security in a challenging environment
Work with the project M&E Officer and Country M&E Specialist to ensure that high quality project data is collected, analysed and disseminated to relevant stakeholders at all levels and reported to PR
Contribute to the review of iCCM/CHIPS supervision model and roll-out plan
Coordinate implementation of supervisory activities to community health volunteers based on finalized supervisory plan
Take the lead in assessing the logistics and supply chain for iCCM/CHIPS commodities in the states
Contribute to adaptation of iCCM/CHIPS training manuals to Jigawa/Kaduna/Kano/Niger, and Yobe State context
Coordinate the planning and roll-out of training of health facility and community health volunteers
Contribute to the finalization of criteria for selection of communities, health facilities and volunteers for iCCM/CHIPS project implementation based on continuum of care approach
Work with the Demand Creation officer to coordinate the selection of communities in the selected LGAs for iCCM/CHIPS implementation
Work with the Demand Creation Officer to coordinate mapping and identification of health facility and community health volunteers in iCCM/CHIPS catchment areas
Preparation and submission of project malaria technical activity reports to zonal project manager
Coordinate the project specific and support to State ministry of health on procurement, supply chain and logistics activities
Contribute to the finalisation of the project performance and M&E frameworks and take the lead in the operationalization of the frameworks
Support State M&E activities
Represent MC on malaria Technical Working Groups (TWGs) and other relevant health coordinating committees at state level with approval of the zonal programme manager
Liaise with the State SMoH, partners and other SRs (especially Society for Family Health) for successful implementation of ACSM activities for ICCM/CHIPS implementation in Jigawa/Kaduna/Kano/Niger, and Yobe states
Work closely with Implementing partners (PMI/SFH, etc) during mass distribution of ITNs  in Jigawa/Niger/Kano/Kaduna/Yobe States


Project management (20%)


Contribute and work with the relevant personnel to prepare all relevant project start up and planning tools on time
Contribute to project exit strategy as part of project design and ensure inclusion of relevant activities to promote sustainability within the workplan and smooth transition of the project to government
Contribute to quarterly lessons identification and learning documentation and dissemination
Preparation and submission of project service delivery activity reports to State Project Manager


Technical performance management and quality assurance (10%)


Contribute to the roll-out of project service delivery activities which meet international standard of quality
Document evidence and best practices that are related to the project
Work with the relevant state and country personnel to prepare an exit strategy and to implement it, to see to the smooth end of the programme
Be responsible for state level quarterly lessons identification and learning documentation and dissemination


Person specification

Qualifications and experience:

Essential


Degree in Medical, Public Health, Health Policy, Epidemiology or another relevant specialty is a minimum requirement
Significant experience of working in developing countries
Excellent project planning, management and monitoring & evaluation skills


Work-based skills and competencies:

Essential


Technical knowledge and skills in control of malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea
Familiar with public health principles 
Familiar with monitoring and evaluation of community-based health programmes
Qualified female candidates are strongly advised to apply. more

Job purpose

To work with the State Technical Officer, State Project Manager (SPM) and team in providing technical support and direct implementation of projects for iCCM/CHIPS activities with a focus on the identification, training, logistic system for iCCM/CHIPS commodities and supervision of health facility and community health workers in the state.

Scope of work

The ICCM/CHIPS Service... Delivery Officer would support the implementation of integrated community case management (iCCM/CHIPS) in identified hard-to-reach (HTR) communities of Jigawa/Kaduna/Kano/Niger, and Yobe States by working with State MoH, LGAs, partners and other stakeholders at the state, LGA and community levels.

Key accountabilities 

Technical contributions (70%)


Work with the programme team and other relevant personnel at the state and country offices to lead activities for smooth transition of closed out iCCM/CHIPS project into the GF grant cycle 7 (GC7) malaria programme.
To build and manage an effective and technically sound iCCM/CHIPS programme team in the state
Support the SPM in preparing project Progress Update and Disbursement Request (PUDR) which is submitted to the Principal Recipient (PR) quarterly, including narrative reports on a timely basis
Work with the Hub Accountant and national finance teams to prepare quarterly financial reports
Manage risks to Malaria Consortium including financial, reputation and security in a challenging environment
Work with the project M&E Officer and Country M&E Specialist to ensure that high quality project data is collected, analysed and disseminated to relevant stakeholders at all levels and reported to PR
Contribute to the review of iCCM/CHIPS supervision model and roll-out plan
Coordinate implementation of supervisory activities to community health volunteers based on finalized supervisory plan
Take the lead in assessing the logistics and supply chain for iCCM/CHIPS commodities in the states
Contribute to adaptation of iCCM/CHIPS training manuals to Jigawa/Kaduna/Kano/Niger, and Yobe State context
Coordinate the planning and roll-out of training of health facility and community health volunteers
Contribute to the finalization of criteria for selection of communities, health facilities and volunteers for iCCM/CHIPS project implementation based on continuum of care approach
Work with the Demand Creation officer to coordinate the selection of communities in the selected LGAs for iCCM/CHIPS implementation
Work with the Demand Creation Officer to coordinate mapping and identification of health facility and community health volunteers in iCCM/CHIPS catchment areas
Preparation and submission of project malaria technical activity reports to zonal project manager
Coordinate the project specific and support to State ministry of health on procurement, supply chain and logistics activities
Contribute to the finalisation of the project performance and M&E frameworks and take the lead in the operationalization of the frameworks
Support State M&E activities
Represent MC on malaria Technical Working Groups (TWGs) and other relevant health coordinating committees at state level with approval of the zonal programme manager
Liaise with the State SMoH, partners and other SRs (especially Society for Family Health) for successful implementation of ACSM activities for ICCM/CHIPS implementation in Jigawa/Kaduna/Kano/Niger, and Yobe states
Work closely with Implementing partners (PMI/SFH, etc) during mass distribution of ITNs  in Jigawa/Niger/Kano/Kaduna/Yobe States


Project management (20%)


Contribute and work with the relevant personnel to prepare all relevant project start up and planning tools on time
Contribute to project exit strategy as part of project design and ensure inclusion of relevant activities to promote sustainability within the workplan and smooth transition of the project to government
Contribute to quarterly lessons identification and learning documentation and dissemination
Preparation and submission of project service delivery activity reports to State Project Manager


Technical performance management and quality assurance (10%)


Contribute to the roll-out of project service delivery activities which meet international standard of quality
Document evidence and best practices that are related to the project
Work with the relevant state and country personnel to prepare an exit strategy and to implement it, to see to the smooth end of the programme
Be responsible for state level quarterly lessons identification and learning documentation and dissemination


Person specification

Qualifications and experience:

Essential


Degree in Medical, Public Health, Health Policy, Epidemiology or another relevant specialty is a minimum requirement
Significant experience of working in developing countries
Excellent project planning, management and monitoring & evaluation skills


Work-based skills and competencies:

Essential


Technical knowledge and skills in control of malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea
Familiar with public health principles 
Familiar with monitoring and evaluation of community-based health programmes
Qualified female candidates are strongly advised to apply. more

Job purpose

To work with the country office team and GF Senior Project Manager to effectively manage project activities and resources, provide leadership and stewardship to the project team and maintain collaborative links with the project’s key stakeholders at national and sub-national level.

Key accountabilities

Project management (60%)


Work with the programme team and other... relevant personnel in the country office to lead activities for smooth project start up and planning in line with the GF Malaria Project Implementation Plan
Work with the relevant personnel to prepare all necessary project start up and planning tools on time
To build and performance manage an effective and technically unsurpassed GF project team in the states with their zone
Work directly with the SnrPM and be responsible for coordinating overall project implementation in the state and see that activities are carried out on time and within budget
Liaise regularly with the SPM to provide timely and comprehensive updates and reports as required
Liaise with other PRs, SRs and partners relevant for successful GF malaria implementation in the state
Work with the project team to develop and implement annual work plans
Work closely with the SnrPM to prepare the programme monitoring and evaluation plan in conjunction with the Project M&E Manager. Work with the project team to implement it
Work with the country finance team and project finance associate to prepare and track progress of project and activity budgets
Be responsible for state project budget management and reporting
Be responsible for preparing project Progress Update and Disbursement Request (PUDR) which is submitted to the Principal Recipient (PR) quarterly, including narrative reports on a timely basis
Work with the project Finance Manager and SnrPM to prepare quarterly financial reports
Work with the relevant country personnel and the SnrPM to prepare an exit strategy and to implement it, to see to the smooth end of the programme
Coordinate with other donors and implementers to ensure complementarity of implementation of the GF malaria project in project states by leveraging resources and harmonizing efforts where possible
Work with the Country Communication Manager, the Country Technical Coordinator, SnrPM, programme PRs and SR for social mobilization to see that a programme communications strategy is developed and implemented
Coordinate the documentation of GF supported activities in form of activity-specific reports and ensure proper archiving of such for easy access and reference
Contribute to quarterly preparations for PR-SR coordination meetings in form of progress updates and power point presentations
Be responsible for quarterly lessons identification and learning documentation and dissemination
Be responsible for building functional partner relationships among the project’s stakeholders
Oversee project partners inputs and subcontractors’ activities to deliver harmonized, aligned and effective outputs
Manage risks to Malaria Consortium including financial, reputation and security in a challenging environment
Work with the project M&E Officer and Country M&E Specialist to ensure that high quality project data is collected, analysed and disseminated to relevant stakeholders at all levels and reported to PI


 Technical contributions (10%)


Work with the project teams, SnrPM and the Country Technical Coordinator to determine technical support needs to implement the project effectively and with high quality. Liaise with the Country Technical Coordinator to obtain regional or global technical support
Contribute to the development and production of dissemination documents to allow wider sharing of Malaria Consortium’s experiences, lessons and successes


 Technical performance management and quality assurance (20%)


Take the lead in monitoring and evaluating project performance
Keep abreast with evidence and best practices that are related to the project


 Representation (10%)


Work with the Country Director, Country Technical Coordinator and SnrPM to participate in national level meetings and workshops to represent Malaria Consortium at programmatic and coordination events
Liaise regularly with CRS’s focal persons on respective project activities and the GF PMU through the SnrPM keeping the relevant Country Team in loop of communication
Work with the Country Director, Programme Director, Country Technical Coordinator and SnrPM to keep key national stakeholders abreast with the project
To exert influence and to advocate for Malaria Consortium’s key technical positions and promote best practice in malaria and iCCM interventions


Person specification

Qualifications and experience:


Postgraduate or Master’s degree in Public Health, Health Policy, Epidemiology or another relevant specialty is a minimum requirement
Extensive experience of working at national or state level in developing countries on a donor-funded project
Excellent project planning, management and monitoring & evaluation skills
Experience managing project budgets
Proven leadership skills and team leading
Experience in advocacy and policy influencing
Excellent written and spoken English


Desirable


Experience in malaria programme implementation
Experience in leading a project at state level
Advance knowledge of Microsoft office


Work-based skills and competencies:

Essential


Proof of strong interpersonal and negotiating skills
Excellent report writing and presentation skills are also needed more

Job purpose

The M&E Officer will serve as the main focal person for all monitoring and evaluation activities which include data validation, DQA, coordination meetings, capacity building in data quality and supportive supervisory visit to strengthen the data management system in SMC intervention in the state. S/he will assist and report to the state programme manager regarding the monitoring and... evaluation of SMC activities.

Scope of work

The SMC intervention is community-based, however, the staff is expected to work with the MC State M&E Specialist, ICT4D Teams, State HMIS, SMEP M&E Officer, LGA SMC team, health facility workers and community volunteers for proper management of intervention data. The officer will work as part of the project team under the direct supervision and guidance of the State Programme Manager for the attainment of the project goal.

Key accountabilities:


Plan and implement M&E activities related to SMC in the approved work plan under the guidance of the State Program Manager and the Country office M & E team.
Serve as the focal person for all SMC-related monitoring and evaluation work for the project within the state.
Manage the data collection and management processes before, during and after each round of mass SMC drug administration, including sentinel site monitoring
Adapt and maintain a high quality SMC personnel database at all levels/cadres and update this database as need arises, guided by the SMC personnel replacement/update protocol.
Routinely monitor project and implementing entities’ performance against targets and prepare monthly and periodic reports on M&E activities for SMC intervention per activity per cycle with reference to the microplan.
Conduct regular granular data review and analysis for feedback to LGAs for program improvement, and for updates to state and national level (MC and government).
Support SMoH staff with coordinating program management activities, by ensuring that the recommended coordination and dissemination meetings hold at the LGA and state levels and within stipulated timelines.
Work with the state and LGA Health staff to ensure that reports are obtained from all health SMC-implementing facilities within the state through appropriate state and project-specific mechanisms.
Participate in regular monitoring and supervisory visits to SMC-implementing health facilities, and ensure that corrective action plans are developed for identified gaps, and tracked accordingly.
Participate in cyclical LQAS surveys (as applicable), ensure timely survey data analysis and feedback, development and implementation of facility-specific performance improvement plans informed by the outputs of the LQAS.
Support the development and implementation of feedback and response channels to reflect the preferences of community members and beneficiaries.
Ensure that beneficiary feedback is adequately documented, addressed, analyzed, and utilized by program teams.
Work with SMC Supply Chain Officer to triangulate and reconcile SMC service and consumption data per cycle
Ensure high quality data are available in useable format on a regular and timely basis for programmatic decision making and donor reporting.
Work with Supply Chain Officer, Cluster Supervisors and Field Officers to Coordinate the documentation of SMC activities in form of reports and ensure proper archiving of such for easy access and reference (in both hard format and electronic format on Sharepoint)
Provide direct technical assistance and capacity building for state and LGA level implementers in the design and implementation of SMC monitoring and evaluation activities
Represent MC and make presentations at professional meetings and conferences related to Monitoring, Evaluation and research, including monthly end-of-cycle review meetings
Perform other duties as assigned


Qualifications and experience:


Degree in statistics, demography, mathematics or any other relevant quantitative relevant discipline
Five-year post qualification experience
Demonstrable contextual knowledge of local issues, community priorities, social and cultural constraints and realities related to community assessment, project design, evaluation and implementation
Cognate experience in monitoring and evaluation of community-based interventions is highly desirable
Experience in managing HMIS and CLMS and familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems as well as community-level programme implementation will be added advantages
Fluency in written and spoken English Work-based skills and competence
A solid understanding of health systems strengthening.


Work-based skills and competencies:


Demonstrable passion for Malaria Consortium’s mission; a strategic manager with integrity and a desire to work in a dynamic environment
Proficiency in database management especially DHIS; Excel, Word, PowerPoint and demonstrable experience with statistical software packages (Stata, SPSS, Power BI or Tableau)
Experience in survey design and implementation, development of data bases and analysis and write up of survey results
Previous experience in use and manipulation of electronic reporting systems, softwares (including Kobocollect, SurveyCTO, ODK, Magpi, RedRose), databases,  general ICT4D solutions is required.
Demonstrated skills in data management and quantitative data analysis
Strong analytical skills and experience interpreting a strategic vision into an operational model
Proven writing, communication and presentation skills in English
A collaborative and flexible style, with a strong service mentality
Facilitation and coordination skills
The ideal candidate must be attentive to detail, highly organized, flexible and self-motivated with excellent communication skills in written and oral communication
He/she must clearly display the ability to effectively prioritise and perform tasks to meet tight deadlines more

The LGA Field Assistant supports the implementation of SMC activities at LGA, health facilities and household level. He/she is responsible for planning, implementation, reporting and coordination with local government representatives and community level stakeholders.  

The role of LGA Field Assistant assist the quality implementation of delivery of SMC services at the community level by... HFW/supervisors and CHWs through the timely delivery of SMC commodities and supplies and documentation of program activities. He/she interacts with the LGA management team, keeps them updated on the program progress and ensures high-quality SMC implementation.

The LGA Field Assistant takes instructions from the State Technical Officer (STO) on the implementation of SMC activities. S/he gives feedback to the STO in form of basic documentations and to the M&E Officer in form of data entry for administrative coverage and supply chain management. S/he will also support the Finance Officer in getting account details of distribution personnel for payment.

Programme Implementation, treatment tracking and management (70%):


Support implementation of SMC activities at health LGA level, including timely implementation of route plan, planning meetings, commodity distributions and monitoring to avoid any stock out, Community mobilization activities, supervision, monitoring and reporting.
Ensure accountability of received commodities and supplies through tracking consumption levels and review of reconciliation reports
Provide administrative support to training events field partners (Supervisors, HFW, CHWs, and community mobilisers).
Track program targets and timely implement the planned activities to ensure program meets targets and review reports from LGAs and HFW for accuracy and completeness prior to submission.
Ensure implementation of activities are in line with the laid down protocols, by continuously monitoring and escalating issues detected to the STO for mitigation 
Maintain a good relationship and work jointly with – Public Health Officers and other partners to undertake home visits, meetings and to ensure health LGA’s ownership.


Reporting & data quality control (10%):


Review distributors’ tally sheet, making corrections where necessary and entering the data on relevant data capturing platform
Assist ME Officer on the data quality queries and ensure identified issues are rectified in time.
Ensure submission of other reports to keep the STOL and State Project Manager abreast with the project implementation at LGA level.


Coordination and representation (10%):


Ensure planning and coordination meetings are conducted as planned at LGA and community levels.
Attend data validation meetings at LGA level and as directed by STO


Administrative and other duties (10%):


Ensure the development of individual and team action plans to ensure role complementarities in achieving the set treatment target.
Participate in the follow-up of supplies consumption.
Provide information for overall planning of stock levels, making sure that they are sufficient for the operations at SMC sites
Ensure that all HF release physical inventory of all SMC commodities supplied at the end of each cycle.
Any other duties as required by the line manager


Qualifications and Experience:

Essential:


Clinical Officer, nurse, science, social science or Public Health qualification at minimum of diploma level
At least two years field experience in related field
Fluency in English, Hausa and/or other local languages is required
Experience working in drug/commodity supply management, M&E and logistics
Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences including LGA staff, HFW and community leaders
Experience of conducting quality supportive supervision and data use


 Desirable:


A broad range of experience including logistics, training and capacity building ability
Experience of supporting teams
Experience working at LGA level         


Essential: 


Good planning and organisational skills
Basic computer skills particularly Microsoft Office
Flexible, ability to work both as an individual and as a team member and under stress in what can be a harsh environment
Nigerian citizen (legal requirement).


Desirable: 


Ability to speak and understand English more

Malaria Consortium is recruiting for a Finance Assistant to join our team in Bauchi, Nigeria.

The Finance Assistant will provide finance functions including clerical work and accounting services of maintaining proper financial records of all transactions in accordance with MC financial procedures to the respective field offices in the zone.

The Finance Assistant will be responsible for... timely filing of field/country office monthly financial information inclusive of payment vouchers, bank information, financial correspondence etc. S/he will also ensure orderliness within the finance department.

The Finance Assistant will deal with all payments documentation as well as advising the Project Manager, Technical Officer and Financial Accountant on the arising financial matters and sharing area of concern with suggested solution within he/her capacity.

The Finance Assistant will be a staff in the state or Abuja and will report to the project manager while interacting directly with other staff including operations officer, administrative officer and other technical staff in the field office. S/he will also work with stakeholders, Local government and communities in the state. Indirectly report to the country finance officer.

Finance work (50%):


Review all transactions and ensure completeness of documentation and approvals.
Review attendance using the approved Database and prepare payment schedules for participants of SMC personnel to ensure names in attendance sheet tally with Database and Schedules.
Prepare payment vouchers, ensure correctness of cost classification and coding
Receive payment advise and attached to relevant documents to file
Preparing Payment schedule of all meetings, workshop and training participants and consultants
Safeguarding the organisation resources by scrutinising all payment requests, TAFs, PRFs by adhering to the MC Manual, Policies and Procedures
Follow up on the stock balance of financial documents (forms, vouchers, receipts etc.) and make a timely order before stock outs occurs.
Work with Finance Officer to ensure PV is raised with all supporting documents for every payment made and filed.
Advising the Finance Officer on the arising financial matters and sharing areas of concern with suggested solutions.
Maintain an excel journal template for recording of all payments completed and share with Finance Officer weekly for posting.


Suppliers Invoice (15%):


Track and receive all invoices from suppliers & vendors and prepare the Invoice authorisation forms
Prepare all invoice payments and obtain approval from the authorised personnel.


​Operations related work (30%):


In charge of archiving, scanning and filling all finance documents and ensuring that they are in safe custody and easily accessible by the finance team.
Ensure Finance Documents (PVs) are filled as per Malaria Consortium Finance Manual filing requirement.
In-charge of collating timesheets of all field office staff.
Keep tracker for all payment documents to ensure they are sent/ received to/in Abuja.


Perform other duties as require by Finance Officer, Accountant and Finance Manager. This will include but not limited to (5%):


Support audit by making documents available.
Support in Asset spot check and physical verification.


Qualifications and experience:

Essential


OND/HND or Bachelors in Accounting
Minimum of 2 year experience in a finance team, with at least one year in an Accounts Officer position


Desirable


Experience in working in INGO an added advantage
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other software skills.


Essential:


Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Knowledge of NGO donors and their financial reporting requirements
Excellent computer skills with high proficiency in Microsoft excel
Good analytical and reporting skills
Strong ability to be able to manage and prioritise multiple tasks
Willingness to learn at all times
A self-starter


Desirable:


Working knowledge of accounting software is an added advantage
Trustworthiness, Stress tolerance and operational decision making skills is an added advantage more

Malaria Consortium is recruiting for a Finance Assistant to join our team in Plateau, Nigeria.

The Finance Assistant will provide finance functions including clerical work and accounting services of maintaining proper financial records of all transactions in accordance with MC financial procedures to the respective field offices in the zone.

The Finance Assistant will be responsible for... timely filing of field/country office monthly financial information inclusive of payment vouchers, bank information, financial correspondence etc. S/he will also ensure orderliness within the finance department.

The Finance Assistant will deal with all payments documentation as well as advising the Project Manager, Technical Officer and Financial Accountant on the arising financial matters and sharing area of concern with suggested solution within he/her capacity.

The Finance Assistant will be a staff in the state or Abuja and will report to the project manager while interacting directly with other staff including operations officer, administrative officer and other technical staff in the field office. S/he will also work with stakeholders, Local government and communities in the state. Indirectly report to the country finance officer.

Finance work (50%):


Review all transactions and ensure completeness of documentation and approvals.
Review attendance using the approved Database and prepare payment schedules for participants of SMC personnel to ensure names in attendance sheet tally with Database and Schedules.
Prepare payment vouchers, ensure correctness of cost classification and coding
Receive payment advise and attached to relevant documents to file
Preparing Payment schedule of all meetings, workshop and training participants and consultants
Safeguarding the organisation resources by scrutinising all payment requests, TAFs, PRFs by adhering to the MC Manual, Policies and Procedures
Follow up on the stock balance of financial documents (forms, vouchers, receipts etc.) and make a timely order before stock outs occurs.
Work with Finance Officer to ensure PV is raised with all supporting documents for every payment made and filed.
Advising the Finance Officer on the arising financial matters and sharing areas of concern with suggested solutions.
Maintain an excel journal template for recording of all payments completed and share with Finance Officer weekly for posting.


Suppliers Invoice (15%):


Track and receive all invoices from suppliers & vendors and prepare the Invoice authorisation forms
Prepare all invoice payments and obtain approval from the authorised personnel.


​Operations related work (30%):


In charge of archiving, scanning and filling all finance documents and ensuring that they are in safe custody and easily accessible by the finance team.
Ensure Finance Documents (PVs) are filled as per Malaria Consortium Finance Manual filing requirement.
In-charge of collating timesheets of all field office staff.
Keep tracker for all payment documents to ensure they are sent/ received to/in Abuja.


Perform other duties as require by Finance Officer, Accountant and Finance Manager. This will include but not limited to (5%):


Support audit by making documents available.
Support in Asset spot check and physical verification.


Qualifications and experience:

Essential


OND/HND or Bachelors in Accounting
Minimum of 2 year experience in a finance team, with at least one year in an Accounts Officer position


Desirable


Experience in working in INGO an added advantage
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other software skills.


Essential:


Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Knowledge of NGO donors and their financial reporting requirements



Excellent computer skills with high proficiency in Microsoft excel
Good analytical and reporting skills
Strong ability to be able to manage and prioritise multiple tasks
Willingness to learn at all times
A self-starter


Desirable:


Working knowledge of accounting software is an added advantage
Trustworthiness, Stress tolerance and operational decision making skills is an added advantage more