Marie Stopes Nigeria (MSION) Ongoing Recruitment, March 2015

Marie Stopes Nigeria (MSION) is a results-orientated Social Business,
which uses modern
management and marketing techniques to provide
reproductive health care and allied services. MSION’s goal is to meet
the needs of underserved Nigerians and dramatically improve access and
use of a range of reproductive health services.

MSION is part of Marie Stopes International’s Global Partnership which is in over 42 countries worldwide.
The core responsibility of this post is to use your:
■ initiative        ■ energy          ■ persistence               ■ results orientation
■ drive             ■ integrity        ■ enthusiasm               ■ commitment to personal development
To further MSI’s partnership mission: enabling individuals to have children by choice not chance.
Job Title:                                Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
Location:                                Abuja
Reporting to:                         RM&E Manager
Duration of contract:            2 years (renewable)
Probationary period:            6 months
 Key Responsibilities
  • Ensure that an effective and participatory M&E system is established
  • Develop
    project log frames matrix, M&E operational plans, and work plans
    particularly in the areas of the objective, indicators and monitoring
    mechanisms.
  • Assist in developing the overall framework for
    project M&E – annual project reviews, participatory impact
    assessments, process monitoring, operations monitoring and
    lessons-learned workshops.
  • Guide the process for identifying and designing key performance indicators for MSION projects.
  • Write reports on projects for management and for funders and support the preparation of project documentation.
  • Support
    MSION’s M&E function in development of plans and operations
    research that support and measures impact of quality of projects.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant donor rules and requirements for all projects
  • Implement Log framework approach and other strategic planning approaches;
  • Collaborate
    with team members, clients and stakeholders on qualitative monitoring
    to provide relevant information for on-going evaluation of project
    activities, effects and impacts.
  • Prepare and submit regular
    technical, progress and program monitoring reports to State Project Team
    and donors according to schedules and guidelines
    Qualifications & Experience:
    • A degree or diploma in development or a related field
    • At least 2-3 years’ experience in M&E/ project management role for a non-governmental development organisations,
    • Experience of DfiD, USAID, Gates funded projects, including working in a diverse team environment preferred
    • Ability to work to deadlines and motivate other to do the same
    • Excellent team building and leadership skills, interpersonal / communication skills – both oral and written
    • Experience in logical frameworks, behaviour change models, marketing planning and program management tools preferred
    Job Title:                                          Research, Metrics & Evaluation Manager
    Location:                                          Abuja
    Reporting to:                                     Programme Director
    Duration of contract:                       2 years (renewable)
    Probationary period:                       6 months
    The
    Research Metrics & Evaluation Manager is a key member of the
    Project Management Team and is responsible for all research, monitoring
    and evaluation activities of MSION’s core business and projects to
    provide evidence that will guide strategy and demonstrate impact.
    Duties and responsibilities:
    • Work
      with project and operations teams to ascertain research and data needs,
      including identifying key performance indicators (KPIs)
    • Adapt and develop MSIONs Management Information System (MIS) to provide KPI data
    • Provide support and training to operations teams on how to collect and record high quality data.
    • Ensure that reporting systems are kept lean so as not to reduce operations efficiency
    • Assist project/grant managers with the development of logframes and monitoring and evaluation work plans for project activities
    • Draft complete M&E plans for donor proposals and reports
    • Design and apply instruments and methods for collecting relevant data for necessary projects and interventions where needed.
    • Design
      and complete internal research to a high quality standard, including:
      surveys, needs assessments, market research, consumer satisfaction
    • Review and clean MSION’s existing M&E data and use to establish a baseline for performance trends going forward
    • Lead
      implementation, development of ToR, design and costing of relevant
      surveys e.g. KAP, Baseline, Mid-Term, final evaluation and other
      assessment surveys as the case maybe
    • Prepare terms of reference, study designs and budgets for contracting out research studies to external agencies
    • Ensure compliance with relevant donor requirements on data collection and reporting
    • Collate, develop reports and disseminate research findings and lessons learnt internally and externally when appropriate
    • Work
      with Regional Research managers and contribute towards global research
      initiatives where required, and be able to attend Research workshops in
      the region.
    • Undertake regular visits to the field to support the implementation of M&E strategies
    • Identify and address M & E training needs in MSION
    • Prepare and update monthly, quarterly, and annual monitoring and evaluation plans and reports
    • Review
      existing approaches and management information systems and agree on any
      required changes, support and resources with management.
    • Identify MSION M&E needs and staff, develop innovative ways to fill gaps and recruit highly motivated and performing staff.
    • Under
      the guidance of the External Relations and Communications Manager,
      participate in external reviews, technical M &E networks and TWG’s
      on FP
    Others
    • From time to time represent the organisation at meetings, workshops, press conferences, or other forums
    • Actively contribute to the strategic direction and planning of the organisation
    • Any other duty reasonably assigned by line manager
    • Qualifications & Experience:
    • A degree in social sciences and / or a development field, or equivalent in experience
    • Experiences working with designing monitoring and evaluation strategies and systems in donor funded projects
    • Experience of conducting primary qualitative and quantitative research
    • Experience with management of different sources of data and multiple indicators
    • Experience of data processing and analysis of quantitative and qualitative data sets, using data bases, such as SPSS
    • Must be familiar with working in rural areas with focus on participatory processes
    • Must be willing to undertake regular visits to the provinces and interact with different stakeholders
    • Must have excellent communication/interactive skills and must function well independently, as well as part of a team
    • Experience of commercial/market research would be an advantage
    Job Title:                               Programme Coordinator
    Location:                               Abuja
    Reporting to:                         Programme Director
    Duration of contract:             2 years (renewable)
    Probationary period:            6 months
    Key Responsibilities
    The
    Programme coordinator reports to the Programme Director. S/he will
    provide administrative support to the programme Director. Specifically,
    S/he will :
    1. Collate monthly, quarterly and annual programme reports flowing from each project manager’s report;
    2. Serve as contact person for all programme report with MSI;
    3. Produce MSION monthly factsheet and quarterly MSION Newsletter;
    4. Update MSION MIS dashboard in the reception;
    5. Follow up with all project managers to ensure that agreed task are delivered as scheduled;
    6. Manage and report periodically on the implementation of MSION annual work-plan among others.
     Qualifications:
    • At-least first degree in communication, public health or related discipline required
    Experience:
    • At least four years post NYSC experience
    • Experience in USAID / DFiD or other donor funded projects an asset
    • Experience in project management
    Skills:
    • Proven excellent technical oral, written, and editing abilities
    • Ability to present and write for multiple audiences
    • Extensive working knowledge of Microsoft Office
    • Ability to work well with others in team environments
    • Must be able to satisfy stakeholders
    • Should be able to work in deadline driven/results orientated atmospheres
    • Strong people management skills
    • Strategic guidance and planning skills
    Attitude / Motivation:
    • Pro-choice
    • Motivated personally and professionally to develop
    • Willingness to travel as requested

    Job Title:                               Project Manager (AHME and CCS&PT)
    Location:                               Abuja
    Reporting to:                         Programme Director
    Duration of contract:           2 years (renewable)
    Probationary period:            6 months
    Primary Responsibilities
    The
    AHME/CCS&PT Project Manager will work closely with the Programme
    Director in ensuring that AHME/CCS&PT projects are delivered
    efficiently and effectively in accordance with donor requirements and
    MSION broad strategic objectives. Specifically, with guidance of the
    programme director, the position holder is responsible for overall
    technical and programmatic implementation, oversight and coordination of
    AHME/CCS&PT projects. S/he oversees assigned project planning,
    ensures implementation, with a focus on results, and financial
    accountability for the projects. S/he works closely with the Assistant
    Director Field Operations, programme coordinator and other MSN project
    managers, to ensure that there is full integration at implementation
    level within MSN, other donors, implementing partners, and CSOs
    activities. The AHME/CCS&PT Manager is responsible for meeting all
    assigned projects’ technical, financial, and project monitoring
    obligations, ensuring deliverables, and project results specified and
    agreed with donors are achieved.
    Duties and responsibilities:
    Project Management:
    Under the oversight of the Programme Director, oversee all aspects of AHME/CCS&PT project implementation including:
    • Lead in the drafting, review and implementation of AHME/CCS&PT work plans
    • Lead in the execution of AHME/CCS&PT projects’ activities according to plan and donor guidelines.
    • Lead
      in the development of forms, set up files to ensure that
      AHME/CCS&PT information is appropriately documented and secured
    • Monitor progress of AHME/CCS&PT projects and make adjustments as necessary to ensure successful completion of projects
    • Ensure AHME/CCS&PT project activities are implemented on time and within budget and at the required level of quality.
    • Lead in writing AHME/CCS&PT reports, position papers, and updates as required
    • In
      consultation with the appropriate manager, recruit, interview and
      select staff and/or volunteers with appropriate skills for the project
      activities.
    Reporting, Monitoring and Evaluation
    Work closely with the RME Manager to:
    • Prepare
      and submit regular technical, progress and program monitoring reports
      to MSN and donors according to schedules and guidelines
    • Write
      reports on AHME/CCS&PT project for management and for funders and
      support the preparation of financial reports and project documentation.
    • Support
      MSN’s M&E function in development of plans and operations research
      that support and measures impact of quality of AHME/CCS&PT project.
     External Relations and liaison
    Work with the External relations Manager to:
    • Ensure
      relationships and networks with stakeholders, and relevant private,
      public and not-for-profit organizations are created and maintained with a
      view to strengthening MSN’s impact and future funding opportunities
    • Liaise
      with service delivery (Outreach, Clinics and Training teams), sales and
      social franchise teams and other stakeholders to ensure projects are
      integrated at all levels.
    • Ensure strong links between communication and community mobilization activities, at the systems level.
    Compliance
    Work with the Quality Assurance team to:
    • Ensure compliance with relevant donor rules and requirements for all projects
    • Ensure compliance with MSI policies related to fundraising and project management
    Others
    • From time to time address delegated duties assigned by the Programme Director and other SMT members.
    • Actively contribute to the strategic direction and planning of the organisation
    • Any other duty reasonably assigned by line manager
    Qualifications:
    • Advanced degree in public health or related discipline required
    Experience:
    • At least 3 years’ experience in project management
    • Experience in Reproductive Health an asset
    • Experience in USAID / DFiD or other donor funded projects an asset
    Skills:
    • Proven excellent project management abilities
    • Ability to present and write for multiple audiences
    • Ability to work well with others in team environments
    • Must be able to satisfy stakeholders
    • Should be able to work in deadline driven/results orientated atmospheres
    • Strong people management skills
    • Strategic guidance and planning skills
    Attitude / Motivation:
    • Pro-choice
    • Motivated personally and professionally to develop
    • Willingness to travel as requested

     Job Title:                   MIS Database Administrator

    Location:                     Abuja
    Reporting to:               RM&E Manager
    Duration of contract:   2 years (renewable)
    Probationary period:   6 months
    Key Responsibilities
    1. Provide technical support to users of approved MSION electronic database at all levels by ensuring that:
    • Main server is available for data entry and reporting
    • Electronic platform (DHIS, CLIC etc.) are customised to meet programme reporting requirements
    • Challenges with electronic platform operations are resolved in a timely manner
    • Application users are given technical assistance and mentoring
    1. Build the capacity of users of the electronic database (DHIS2 of CLIC) by ensuring that:
    • Users are regularly trained
    • Programme and Operations teams are mentored to manage electronic database
    1. Ensure proper management of data on the platform:
    • Monthly reports produced for all programs
    • Pivot tables configured for reporting
    • Monthly summaries of commodities supply and utilisation generated by the 10th of the month
    1. Documentation
    • Maintenance of MSION Social Media platforms
    • Datasets and reports Archived
    • MSION dashboard produced and managed
    • FMoH related DHIS2 related meetings attended
     Qualifications & Experience:
    • A degree or diploma in computer programming, ICT or any related field
    • Ability to work to deadlines and motivate others to do the same
    • Excellent team building and leadership skills, interpersonal / communication skills – both oral and written
    • At least 2-3 years’ relevant experience managing large database
    • Skilled in the use and application of DHIS2, My SQL etc.
    • Experience of DfiD, USAID, Gates funded projects, including working in a diverse team environment preferred

     Application Procedure
     Interested candidates should apply by email with CV and suitability
    statement as a single attachment to recruitment@mariestopes.org.ng 

     The subject of the email should be the POSITION TITLE/LOCATION and the CV/Suitability statement should be saved in the applicant’s full namePlease note that applications that do not me the above specification will be rejected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

    Deadline: 19th March 2015.


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