The M&E Officer plays a pivotal role in ensuring the effective implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of GC7 in the state of implementation. This role involves the development and execution of robust monitoring and evaluation frameworks, data collection, analysis, and reporting to track progress, measure impact, and support evidence-based decision-making.

Key Responsibilities: 

The successful candidate will perform the following functions:

• Developing M&E Frameworks: Designing and developing monitoring and evaluation frameworks and plans that align with the objectives and goals of the GC7
• Monitoring Programme Implementation: Regularly collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to track progress against predetermined indicators and targets. Which will involve both quantitative and qualitative data collection methods.
• Data Management: Managing databases and systems for storing, organizing, and analyzing data collected during monitoring activities. Which involves using various software tools to ensure data accuracy and reliability.
• Evaluation and Reporting: Conducting periodic evaluations and assessments to measure the impact and effectiveness of implementation in the state. Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations outlining findings, trends, and recommendations for improvement on weekly, monthly quarterly and annual basis
• Capacity Building: Providing training and support to staff and partners involved in data collection and reporting, ensuring that they understand the M&E processes and can contribute effectively.
• Quality Assurance: Ensuring the quality and integrity of data collected, implementing quality control measures to minimize errors in data collection and analysis.
• Advisory Role: Advising SFH state teams and stakeholders on adjustments or improvements based on M&E findings to enhance programme effectiveness and efficiency.
• Learning and Adaptation: Facilitating learning from M&E findings, sharing lessons learned, and recommending adjustments to strategies or interventions based on the evidence gathered.
• Compliance and Accountability: Ensuring compliance with SFH GC7 internal and external reporting requirements, standards, and regulations. Also, promoting transparency and accountability in programme implementation.
• Continuous Improvement: Identifying opportunities for GC7 programme improvement in the state of implementation based on M&E results and feedback, contributing to the ongoing refinement of GC7 strategies and activities.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Bachelor’s/master’s degree in a relevant field (Public health, Statistics or Economics, Social Sciences, etc.).
• 5+ years post NYSC experience as an M&E officer.
• Proven experience in monitoring and evaluation methodologies, data analysis, and reporting.

Skills and competencies:

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in statistical tools/software.
• Advanced knowledge and experience using MS Office packages, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and with diverse stakeholders.
• Understanding of project management principles and programme development.
• Strong data analysis, report writing, interpretation, and presentation skills.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of integrity and adherence to professional ethics.
• Ability to prioritize, plan, and organize workflow within tight timeframes.
• Ability to multitask and work with minimal supervision.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow up on tasks to completion.