Technical Advisor, M&E/SI wanted at FHI 360

Job Summary:

The incumbent will be the lead technical expert responsible for SI functions related to the program, including all monitoring, evaluation, analytics, and reporting of performance and results. S/he will lead efforts to strengthen monitoring and evaluation (M&E), and performance reporting within the targeted geographic area, which may include building capacity of community organizations and other stakeholders to monitor, document and analyze the performance of their HIV services and activities and ensure data quality. S/he will liaise with the Country Project Director and government of Botswana counterparts responsible for national- and state-level SI and support coordination with national health management information systems. The SI Advisor will be responsible for all SI reporting to EpiC, USAID and stakeholders. The position will be based in FHI 360’s office in Gaborone, Botswana.

Accountabilities:

• Provide technical leadership for monitoring and evaluation to implement high quality care, treatment and support activities with primary focus on technical areas of M&E for HIV/AIDS programs including, logistics, data collection, validation, reporting for prevention, HIV testing and counseling (HTS), antiretroviral therapy (ART), pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), HIV self-testing (HIVST), facility and community-level supervision etc.

• Provide country-level technical leadership in design, development, planning, implementation, and capacity building for staff in data collection, analysis, visualization, dissemination, and use of data from different sources;

• Work closely with the EpiC SI teams and country project leadership to provide oversight for development of performance monitoring plans and development of systems for data collection, collation, analysis and use;

• Oversees compilation of M&E data for inclusion in monthly High Frequency Reporting (HFR), quarterly reports and other ad hoc reporting requests and ensures reporting is aligned with donor and EpiC program requirements.

• Ensure all the data is reported in timely manner in DATIM and INFOLINK as per the frequency of reporting

• Review, analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of projects and make recommendations for enhancements;

• Ensure that SI systems and project implementation adhere to the appropriate global strategy and remain technically sound

• Maintain constructive dialogue and technical exchange with field counterparts and technical staff of implementing partners in Botswana;

• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with donor/client organizations, relevant government agencies, bilateral and other organizations

• Support the analysis and use of data from routine information systems and special surveys to influence the design and scope of the project;

• Oversee update of data by  partners in the DHIS2 tracker to generate various kinds of reports

• Reviews and/or writes M&E plans, papers and reports and ensures their accuracy and appropriateness.

• Supports other team members in research and contributes to knowledge sharing through publications and presentations at national and international conferences

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

• Minimum of  5-8  working on designing, establishing, and managing monitoring and evaluation systems, ensuring data quality, and analyzing data to support performance improvement of programs funded by PEPFAR. Experience working on M&E of community-based key populations programs is preferable;

• Experience in providing M&E support to programs working with key populations including one or more of the following is preferred: sex workers, men who have sex with men, transgender persons and people who inject drugs

• Familiarity with Botswana  public health sector, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and community-based organizations (CBOs) is highly desirable.

• Previous experience working with USAID or PEPFAR-supported programs and KP-led organizations, including familiarity with USAID M&E reporting requirements.

• Demonstrated ability to be the technical specialist and as the lead subject matter expert in monitoring and evaluation.

• Demonstrated ability to perform robust data extraction from internal and external information systems.

• Demonstrated ability to perform complex data analytics utilizing Microsoft Excel, STATA, SPSS, Epi Info and/or other analytic software and to provide evidence-based recommendations accordingly.

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the use of GIS and other tools to support geo-spatial display of data to target program interventions and resources.

• Demonstrated ability to portray complex data sets in easy to understand formats including visualizations.

• Demonstrated working knowledge of Botswana health and social service information systems and monitoring and evaluation processes as it relates to data collection for performance-based reporting and use of data.

• Previous experience in building capacity for generation and use of SI in CBOs.

• General understanding of the external environment and how it affects the industry in general and FHI in particular, including political, legal, environmental, financial and social influences.

• General understanding of organization’s structure, policies and practices, and the impact on own area.

• Strong diagnostic, analytical and problem solving skills.

• Ability to exchange information, present recommendations and collaborate with colleagues and peers within the organization and possibly externally.

• Ability to influence others of the benefits/importance of an idea or plan of action and to gain their support or commitment.

• Strong negotiation skills and ability to reach mutual points of agreement and benefit among peers and colleagues.

Problem Solving & Impact:

• Is sought out to provide advice or solutions in area of technical area

• Is informed about current developments in area of technical area.

• Works under broad direction with considerable latitude for independent action.

• Specific actions are guided primarily by professional standards and expected outcomes of the program/project.

• Decisions and actions have an impact on the smooth operation and timeframes of the unit programs/projects; impact on the broader organization is generally indirect.

• Problems encountered are complex and may involve unprecedented circumstances; resolution requires investigation, analysis and review of professional/organizational standards.

• Faulty decisions or recommendations will normally result in critical delays and modifications to projects or operations, cause substantial expenditure of additional time, resources, and funds; and jeopardize future business activity.

Supervision Given/Received:

• May supervise junior level staff members.

• Work is reviewed in terms of meeting the organization’s objectives and schedules.

• Accomplishes results through managers or senior members of team.

• Manages a technical area staff and function area within the organization.

• Plays a coaching and mentoring role for others; may assist in team management as necessary, although has no formal people management responsibility.

Education:

• Master’s Degree or its International Equivalent in Knowledge/Information Services, Communications, Education, Environment, Health, Behavioral, Life/Social Sciences International Development, Human Development or Related Field.

Experience:

• Typically requires 8-11 years of experience in education, health, behavioral, or social sciences or related field.

• Knowledge and experience in specific technical area.

• Informed of current program developments in division/unit/technical area.

• Years of work experience that demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of technical issues.

• Ability to manage projects, set realistic priorities, and plan for the successful implementation of activities.

• Experience in specialized technical/medical field of study.

Typical Physical Demands:

• Typical office environment.

• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.

• Ability to lift 5-50 lbs.

Technology to be Used:

• Personal Computer, Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), e-mail, telephone, printer, calculator, copier, cell phones, PDAs and other hand held devices.

Travel Requirements:

• 10% – 25%

This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

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