ABT ASSOCIATES, FRIDAY 22, JUNE 2012

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POSITION: SNR. MONITORING AND EVALUATION (M & E) ADVISOR
JOB DESCRIPTION: THE CHOSEN CANDIDATE WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Implementing M&E system for all project activities
Identifying and developing data sources as well as developing and maintaining systems for data collection and maintenance/storage
In coordination with the COP and U.S. office team, preparing and updating the performance monitoring plan (PMP), as well as quarterly and annual reports and other project documents;
Overseeing the collection, analysis and reporting of ongoing M&E data according to the project M&E plan
Design and ensure the implementation of an internal Data Quality Assessment (DQA) system for the project
Ensuring the timely submission of all M&E reports as specified by the client
Presenting results of program achievements and outputs in written reports and at conferences and meetings
QUALIFICATION: THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s Degree (minimum), or Ph.D. or MD(desirable) in Public Health, Epidemiology, Statistics, or other relevant field
8 or more 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 is highly desirable
Experience with USAID is desirable
Experience in conducting randomized impact evaluations is desirable
Ability to anticipate and solve problems
Ability to independently plan execute complex tasks while addressing daily management details and remaining organized and focused on long-term deadlines and strategy
APPLICATION
To apply please put the name of the position in the subject line and attach a cover letter and resume/CV and email to shopsnigeriajobs@abtassoc.com within two weeks.
DEADLINE: July 2, 2012.