Monitoring Evaluation and Learning Advisor

Location: Abuja Nigeria OR Yaoundé, Cameroon Contract: Fixed Term Contract 2 years (renewable) Salary: Local Terms and Conditions apply

Our global MEL team are looking to hire an exceptional MEL Advisor with strong data analytics to join their team on a 2-year fixed term contract (renewable). As the technical MEL lead for quantitative data the post-holder will be solutions focused and provide quantitative technical advice and guidance to ensure quality data collection, coordination, reporting and learning across project baseline and endlines and at programmatic and strategic levels.

They will provide technical support at all levels, from project to sector level, in line with the strategic focus on inclusion and systems strengthening. Supporting a global portfolio, the role requires up to eight weeks travel a year, locally and internationally.

Key accountabilities include, leading on the strengthening and design of quantitative monitoring and evaluation methodologies and tools with a focus on inclusive data; implementation of quantitative data collection; the development of data collection protocols; provision of technical support to internal and external partners; ensuring adaptive learning throughout the project lifecycle; supporting data flow mapping and data privacy impact assessments.

Demonstrable work experience in MEL and/or tertiary degree in a relevant field (international development, social sciences, public healthFirst class technical skills in monitoring evaluation and learning of flexible and adaptive programmes

Proven track record developing and using survey tools, app-based data collection (Comm Care) and managing varied sized datasets

Experience in understanding and responding to the complexities of working across multiple countries and continents in an international development organisation.Sound knowledge and experience producing analytical reports, using data visualisation software (PowerBI, Tableau etc)

An understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity for marginalised groups.Proficient in identifying capacity needs to deliver training

• Fluency in English
• Ongoing right to work in Nigeria or Cameroon
• Able to join Sightsavers by December 2023
• Able to travel up to 8 weeks annually within Africa and Asia
• Desirable:
• Master’s qualification in relevant field
• Fluency in other languages French, Portuguese, Bengali, Kiswahili
• Knowledge of current issues relating to inclusive data and the utilisation of the Washington Group questions on disability

Desirable:

• Master’s qualification in relevant field
• Fluency in other languages French, Portuguese, Bengali, Kiswahili
• Knowledge of current issues relating to inclusive data and the utilisation of the Washington Group questions on disability

Please see the Job Description for full details.

The deadline to apply is1 October 2023.

Interviews from week commencing 16 Oct 2023 onwards. This is a two-stage interview process. First stage is a written task, successful candidates at this stage will be invited to a virtual interview.

An equal opportunity Employer we actively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Sightsavers is a Disability Confident Leader therefore qualified people with disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply.

To apply simply click on the Apply Here icon.Sightsavers is an employer that does not tolerate any form of harassment and has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. At offer the candidate will be subjected to rigorous background checks and controls.