Family Planning (FP) Expert
Monitoring and Evaluation Health Assessment, Zimbabwe
The Mitchell Group, Inc. (TMG) is seeking a qualified Family Planning (FP) Expert for an anticipated 6-month performance evaluation in Zimbabwe.
This Fall, USAID/Zimbabwe will conduct performance evaluations of family planning services, maternal and child health programming, and HIV/AIDS activities throughout Zimbabwe. The assessments will be used to generate and share important lessons to inform decision making and guide design and implementation of future activities.
Family Planning Expert Responsibilities
- Manage a team of local subject matter experts in the field;
- Conduct initial desk study and assessment design utilizing standard USAID M&E assessment methodology
- Draft initial assessment of the M&E situation in Zimbabwe, respond to comments from Mission and prepare the final report;
- Ensure efficient performance of this contract, overseeing quality control and reporting and interact professionally with senior Mission, Embassy and Government of Zimbabwe officials.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Master’s degree in public health, epidemiology, social sciences, health care management, or related field
- Minimum 8 years of experience in international public health in the field of Family Planning with experience in Family Planning quality improvement programming
- Minimum 15 years of experience in project management and implementation
- Demonstrated knowledge of USG Family Planning rules and regulations and experience working with USG Family Planning programs
- Demonstrated experience in health care quality improvement and measurement processes
- Experience in conducting public health evaluations in developing countries (particularly in Africa) using strong evaluation methodology
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the use of both qualitative and quantitative data analysis software
- Demonstrated knowledge of USAID evaluation policies and procedures
- Demonstrated record of successfully supervising local experts and producing high-quality analytical reports;
- Demonstrated analytical skills to collect, synthesize and analyze data
- Experience working in Zimbabwe preferred
- Strong team management and supervisory skills
- Experience working with a range of government officials, donors, local NGOs, and academia
- Demonstrated success in working with a cross-cultural team
- Demonstrated understanding of the Zimbabwe country context and public health sector
- Fluency in English required
- Strong technical English communication skills writing, both oral and written
- Ability to present information, analysis and recommendations in clear written and oral format
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested and qualified candidates should submit the following documents as via e-mail torecruitment@the-mitchellgroup.com. In the subject line, please indicate “FP Expert – Zimbabwe”. CV’s/resumes will be reviewed as they are received. Early application is encouraged. No phone calls please. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Completed and signed USAID form No. AID 1420-17
- Brief cover letter that outlines how you meet the requirements
- Current CV/résumé with references.
