FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology; creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of: Monitoring and Evaluation Manager in Bamako, Mali.
Project Description:
FHI 360’s Civil Society and Peacebuilding Department (CSPD) supports citizens to mobilize effectively to influence policy, improve lives, and build peace. CSPD works with civil society to increase its credibility, visibility and effectiveness, strengthens the leadership, capacity, and credibility of national and community-based organizations and helps increase the transparency of government agencies at all levels.
FHI 360 is currently seeking a Monitoring and Evaluation Manager(M&E Manager) for an anticipated USAID-funded Mali Civil Society Strengthening Program.
The M&E Manager will play a lead role in the design and implementation of a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation plan by developing appropriate indicators, implementing systems to safeguard the collection and management of program data, and recommending changes to annual work plans or data collection techniques as needed.
The M&E Manager will also train staff and liaise with USAID/Mali on M&E reporting requirements, program learning strategies, and protocols for modifying the M&E plan.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Oversee the design of the program M&E system, clearly identifying the users and the utility of the data/information;
- Oversee the development of M&E indicators and implementation of M&E tools adapted to the program’s needs, which may include pre- and post- tests, focus group interview protocols, community survey tools, and baseline, mid-term, and end-line survey instruments;
- Manage and safeguard data collection, train program staff, and supervise M&E activities of staff and sub-contractors;
- Liaise with the USAID Mission on the design of M&E tools and on modifications to M&E systems;
- Analyze all data collected and advise program management on needed program revisions; and
- Contribute to written performance reports for funder and other program deliverables.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or its international equivalent in social science, management, international development, monitoring and evaluation, or a related field; Master’s degree or its international equivalent preferred;
- Minimum of five (5) years of related work experience; three (3) years in developing country (especially Sub-Saharan Africa) preferred;
- Experience managing and executing monitoring and evaluation activities for donor-funded programs, including experience monitoring and evaluating policy reform and/or capacity development activities;
- Demonstrated capabilities in qualitative and quantitative M&E methodologies appropriate to complex change processes and capacity development, and in knowledge management and organizational learning;
- Experience coordinating with governments, ministries and/or local NGOs, as well as local communities, for design and implementation of surveys and other data collection techniques, including those that address capacity weaknesses, preferred;
- Proven interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams;
- Oral and written fluency in English; Fluency in French preferred.
- Ability to effectively use statistical analysis software, including STATA and SPSS.
Availability of position is contingent upon award to FHI 360. Selection of final applicant is subject to USAID approval.
We offer competitive compensation and an outstanding benefit package. Please click here to visit FHI 360's Career Center for a list of all open positions.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or activities.
