Fhi360,Senior Advisor, Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) Jobs in Malawi

FHI 360 is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Senior Advisor,
Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) for a USAID funded
community based HIV/AIDS project in Malawi.  The project will work to
increase utilisation of high quality HIV prevention, care and support services
and increase adoption of behaviours that reduce HIV transmission, and
strengthen capacity of Malawian structures, The duration of the project is 5
yrs

The Senior Advisor, Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) will
be responsible for the design, implementation and technician quality of all
monitoring, evaluation, research and learning activities on the project. 
The position will be based in Malawi and will report to the Chief of Party or
deputy Chief of Party, Recruitment is contingent upon successful award of the
project and the selection of final applicant is subject to USAID approval

Lead the design and implementation of the project’s monitoring and evaluation
activities, including development of the project’s Performance Monitoring,
Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) Plan; development and monitoring of
project indicators,; implementation of baseline, midterm and end line studies;
oversight of data collection and analysis; synthesis of data and study outcome
reports; quality assurance and auditing of data, Lead the design and
implementation of the project’s research activities, including operations
research, performance evaluations, impact evaluations and/or rapid/special
studies, Lead efforts to identify key research questions and develop studies
that test innovative strategic for addressing improving the quality and uptake
of key services by targeted populations, Lead a robust learning agenda,
designing and implementing mechanisms for continuous learning, collaboration,
and adaptation for project staff, partners,
donors, host country govt  counterparts and other stakeholders, Oversee
the dissemination of information on successful and promising approaches,
lessons learned and other programe results to local, national and
regional-level intergovtmental bodies, donors, partners and other stakeholders,
Promote forums which facilitate collaboration, learning and action as a result
of this information among these actors, Ensure that data from the project is
fed into national health management information systems and promote its use
among stakeholders for learning and policy development and programming, Build
capacity of staff, implementing partners, govt counterparts, and other
stakeholders in program monitoring and evaluation, data collection and
management and research and learning methods, Ensure research implementation
adheres to FHI 360 and international policies and standards and remains
technically and ethically sound, Usher research protocols though FHI 360
Internal Review Board and national external review processes, Monitor and
maintain relevant protocols, instruments, data sets, manuals, training
materials and reports, Oversee a team of MERL staff for the project and ensure
clear roles and responsibilities and lines of communication are maintained
amongst the team members, Contribute to work plans, quarterly and annual
reports, financial reports, and other reports and papers summarizing project
results and evidence, Deliver presentations at professional meetings and
conferences

Master’s Degree or higher in Monitoring and Evaluation, Public Health,
International Health, Evaluation Research, Biostatistics, Statistics,
Economics, or a related field required, 10-15 yrs experience in international
public health monitoring, evaluation and research efforts, 3+ of those yrs
should include HIV/AIDS, Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
and ability to articulate technical information clearly and effectively to both
technical and non-technical audiences, Demonstrated leadership qualities, depth
and breadth of technical and management expertise and experience and strong
interpersonal, writing and oral presentation skills, 2+yrs experience living or
working in Malawi or another developing country if preferable, Experience with
a USG cooperative agreement preferred, Demonstrated ability to create and
maintain effective working relations with host country govt personnel,
stakeholders, NGO partners, and international donor
agencies, Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of current scientific
literature and state of the art HIV/AIDS programming, preferably including
those targeting people living with HIV/AIDS, orphans and vulnerable populations
and their families, adolescents and young women and men, sero-discordant
couples, and other key populations at risk, Strong interpersonal, writing and
oral presentation skills in English, Ability to work independently and manage a
high volume work flow

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, FHI 360 is
committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race,
colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age,
disability or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or
activities.  Malawian nationals are strongly encouraged to apply

We offer competitive compensation and an outstanding benefit package,
Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360’s Career Center
at http://www.fhi360.org/careers for a list of
all open positions or submit CV/resume with a cover letter to Malawi.jobs@fhi360.org