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ENVISION is a 5-year program through which RTI supports and expands Neglected Tropical Disease (NTD) control and elimination in priority countries and will further the development of evidence-based poltcies and standards globally. To learn more about ENVISION's work, Click here

OVERVIEW: 

RTI/ENVSION now seeks a candidate for the position of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Specialist to take lead in implementing the M&E component of the ENVISION Work Plan to achieve the overall goal of support otthe national NTO programme. 

The Monitoring and EValuation (M&E) Specialist is responsible fo supporting M&E activities in the ENVISION work plan as well as reporting on M&E for the ENVISION project. The M&E Specialist will work closely with the National NTD Program to build their capacity in data collection, management and analysis and wiU oversee the ENVISION M&E activities. The M&E Specialist will be responsible for the submission of all M&E-related documentation to the Resident Program Advisor, NTD Advisor and M&E team in RTJWashington for review and approval. 

LOCATION: Abuja, Nigeria (100% effort) 

REPORTING: Resident Program Advisor 

Responsibilities: 

• Provide technical support to ENVISION's M&E activities in Nigeria and ensures that all M&E activities are implemented in accordance with the work plan and budget as well as ensure its relevance to national priority;  , 

• Provide guidance to MOH in data collection, quality control, management and analysis for baseline prevalence data, disease distribution data. MDA coverage data, disease-monitoring and impact data. 

• Assist in the conduct Of periodic data quality assurance (DQA) 

• Submit data in NTD ENViSION report format through the Disease Workbookf Program Workbook. Semi-Annual, Report,Disease-Spedfic Assessment form, and other forms as needed for the entire country. 

• Provide Mentoring. training and supervision of other project staff on M&E methodologies, specifically those in WHO NTD M&E guidance. 

• Prepare summary updates on progress of program activities as may be required for dissemination to relevant NTD ENVISION partners and stakeholders, including work plans and Semi-Annual Reports. 

• Work with the RPA and other members of ENVISION management team to document and publish best praciices. 

• Manages access to information under the ENVISION Project support and is responsible for program data generation and management. Perform other duties as may be needed. 

Qualifications: 

• A minimum of a Master's degree in Public Health or relevant dtsclpttne. with at least six years of experience in Public Health. 

• At least three years of progressive, relevant experience in Database Management, Program 

• Monitoring and Evaluation. Analytical Presentatton, Communication and Reporting skills. 

• At least two years of professional use of Microsoft Windows/Excet software. and one year professional use of Access, SPSS, -and other statistical packages. 

• Strong organizationa' and interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team-oriented setting. 

• Strong English language oral and written communication skills. 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel. PowerPoint). 

• Past experience leading and building the capacity of M&E officers, including remote, field.;based staff) to meet program needs and dellverables is desired 

• Experience in disease surveillance) particularty communicable diseases preferred. 

• Experience working with USA1D or other donor-funded projects will be an advantage. Willingness to travel within Nigeria frequently. 

• Must be able to work in Nigeria without visa sponsorship. 

This position is subjectto the Nigerian natlonalcornpensation framework. 

To Apply:

Interested applicants should submit a current CV with contact information to [email protected] and indicate "ENVISION· Nigeria M&E SRecialisf' in the subject title. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as the deadline is rolling. No applications will be considered after April 11, 2014.

Only short fisted applicants will be contacted. RTI is proud to. be an EEO/AAemployer M/F/DV.