M & E Officer

Overview

The objective of the M&E Officer position is to support data quality management, including data collection, quality checks, and reporting at the state, LGA and community levels as applicable.

Responsibilities

Support the M&E Manager in the implementation of M&E activities, including data collection, data quality checks, and reporting.

Provide support and build capacity of LGA and health facility M&E officers in data quality management

Participate and provide technical support in monthly LGA data validation meetings.

Conduct routine data quality assessments at health facilities in conjunction with LGA M&E officers

Support conduct of quarterly DQA exercise in primary and secondary health facilities across the state.

Review health facility data monthly to identify and address data quality issues prior to reporting.

Document data quality issues and share with the M&E team and health facilities for necessary corrections.

Develop follow up action plans and ensure that all identified data quality issues are resolved by the LGA M&E officers and HFs at the end of each reporting month

Where relevant, work with MERL Manager to ensure data are collated, analyzed, presented at review meetings.

Represent the programme in technical fora, such as M&E Sub-committee meetings.

Any other task assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications

B.Sc. in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or closely related discipline with a minimum of 4 years relevant experience.

A post-graduate degree in a related Medical Statistics and Epidemiology discipline is an added advantage.

Deep understanding and knowledge of M&E systems in Nigeria and/or comparable country contexts.

Familiarity with data validation tools

Excellent knowledge of use of DHIS2

Excellent computer skills, including in Excel and in at least one statistical software package, preferably Stata, alternatively SPSS or R; knowledge of other data software an advantage, such as mapping software

Demonstrated experience in managing program data, with a record of achieving programme objectives

Deep understanding and knowledge of health systems’ dynamics and challenges in data management

Excellent spoken and written English

Excellent report writing skills

Ability to work under pressure, flexible and open to extra working hours, if necessary.

Very good negotiation and communication skills and ability to express views and ideas

MSH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. MSH complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Readjustment Assistance Act, as amended, and all related applicable regulations.

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