Monitoring & Evaluation Officer

Job Posting Organization:
FHI 360 is a nonprofit organization dedicated to human development, committed to sustainably improving living conditions by providing integrated and contextually appropriate solutions. Established with a mission to address the interdependent challenges of current development, FHI 360 employs experts across various fields including health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, youth, research, technology, communication, and social marketing. The organization operates in multiple countries, leveraging a unique set of skills to tackle complex issues.

Job Overview:
The Monitoring & Evaluation Officer will provide technical assistance to project implementation structures in Burkina Faso to optimally operationalize their monitoring and evaluation (M&E) plans. This role involves routine monitoring, data collection, quality assurance, analysis, and data utilization. The officer will be responsible for supporting public health training facilities in the operationalization of the e-tracker system. Under the supervision of the Senior M&E Officer, the incumbent will coordinate regular quantitative and qualitative data collection from all implementation units, including partners, field offices, and community structures. The position requires ensuring appropriate data disaggregation for detailed analysis and reporting, implementing regular data quality assurance protocols, and supervising health agents or data collectors to ensure the accuracy of reports. The officer will maintain an organized system for documenting data, analyses, and M&E tools, collaborate with technical leaders to refine interventions based on real-time data, and analyze monitoring data to generate actionable insights. The role also includes producing dashboards, summaries, infographics, and clear presentations for various audiences, contributing to the establishment of a robust M&E system that guarantees timely submission of quality reports, and providing technical assistance to the Ministry of Health and USG-supported health facilities for data collection and reporting.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate regular quantitative and qualitative data collection from all implementation units, including partners, field offices, and community structures.
• Ensure appropriate data disaggregation for detailed analysis and reporting.
• Implement regular data quality assurance protocols, including site visits, validations, and audits.
• Supervise health agents or data collectors to ensure the quality and accuracy of reports.
• Maintain an organized system for documenting data, analyses, and M&E tools.
• Collaborate with the Senior M&E Officer and technical leaders to refine interventions based on real-time data.
• Analyze monitoring data to generate actionable insights and share results with the EpiC team, district health teams, and the Ministry of Health.
• Produce dashboards, summaries, infographics, and clear presentations for various audiences.
• Contribute to the establishment and consolidation of an M&E system that ensures regular submission of quality reports. 1
• Provide technical assistance to the Ministry of Health and PSSLS in Burkina Faso for the operationalization of the e-tracker in health facilities involved in the project. 1
• Facilitate learning and reflection sessions to promote evidence-based decision-making. 1
• Integrate community feedback systems into the MEL system and analyze trends to guide program adjustments. 1
• Contribute to the timely preparation and submission of M&E reports and learning notes according to donor requirements. 1
• Execute any other tasks assigned by the immediate supervisor to support project management, monitoring, and evaluation.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in public health, demography, sociology, epidemiology, biostatistics, psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in monitoring, evaluation, and research in public health programs.
• At least 2 years of experience in implementing integrated maternal, neonatal, child health, and nutrition programs, as well as HIV.
• Proven experience in setting and monitoring targets in maternal, child health, and HIV/AIDS.
• Excellent writing, oral, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in synthesizing information and producing reports.
• Proficiency in e-tracker for individualized patient tracking.
• Experience in developing health project indicators.
• Proficiency in various software, including Microsoft (Excel, Word), as well as M&E or statistical tools; experience with e-tracker or HMIS/DHIS2 is essential. 1
• Experience collaborating with the Family Health Directorate for MNCH-N data collection and reporting in ENDOS (HMIS/DHIS2). 1
• Familiarity with PowerBI, DHIS2, Kobo Toolbox, and Excel is desirable. 1
• Proven experience in data analysis and developing M&E systems in developing countries. 1
• Experience in conflict zones is an asset. 1
• Proficiency in French and basic knowledge of English. 1
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with diligence. 1
• Experience with USG-funded integrated maternal, neonatal, child health, and nutrition programs is desirable.

Educational Background:
A Bachelor's degree in public health, demography, sociology, epidemiology, biostatistics, psychology, or a related discipline is required for this position. This educational background is essential to ensure that the candidate possesses the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical skills to effectively carry out the responsibilities associated with monitoring and evaluation in public health programs.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in monitoring, evaluation, and research within public health programs. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in implementing integrated maternal, neonatal, child health, and nutrition programs, as well as HIV. Proven experience in setting and monitoring targets in maternal and child health and HIV/AIDS is also necessary, along with a demonstrated ability to synthesize information and produce comprehensive reports.

Languages:
Proficiency in French is mandatory, while a basic knowledge of English is considered an asset. The ability to communicate effectively in both languages will enhance collaboration with diverse stakeholders and facilitate the dissemination of information.

Additional Notes:
The expected hiring salary range for this role is XOF 8,000,000 - 9,500,000 annually for basic salary. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 considers multiple factors, including relevant years of experience and education, internal equity, market pay, and budget constraints. For internal candidates, salary placement will also adhere to FHI 360’s current promotional increase guidelines. This job posting summarizes the main duties of the position and does not prescribe or restrict the exact tasks that may be assigned. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time. FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to preventing discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. The organization is dedicated to safeguarding against abuse, exploitation, and harassment in its work environments and programs. All offers of employment will be subject to appropriate screening checks, including reference, criminal record, and terrorism finance checks.