Monitoring Eval and Learning Specialist (HSS), Benin
ABT ASSOCIATES
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Cotonou, Benin
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Job Description
The World at Abt :
Solving the world’s most pressing issues and improving the quality of life for people worldwide is what we do every day at Abt Associates. Creating a more equitable world is no small task, but we are driven by big challenges.
We are a team of 4,000+ people in over 50 countries working in unison and focused on the bigger picture. Only by sharing our commitment and energy do we affect change and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We welcome diverse ideas, backgrounds, and viewpoints – joining Abt means access to exceptional thinkers at the top of their game.
To thrive at Abt is to embrace flexibility and collaboration. Our open culture allows you to balance your work and personal life as needed to optimize personal well-being. C reating a more equitable world starts from within – we look after people around the world, and we’ll do the same for you.
Ready to embrace rewarding and meaningful work? Now’s your chance.
The Opportunity :
Abt Associates seeks a qualified, mid-level Monitoring Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Specialist for the USAID-funded Benin Health Systems Strengthening (HSS) based in Cotonou, Benin. The purpose of the HSS activity is to strengthen and enhance the health system to deliver quality health services; to support the Government of Benin to ensure that health services in select public and private facilities are sustainably improved and effectively utilized to reduce child, neonatal, and maternal mortality. The activity will strengthen the management of human resources for health, increase data availability and use, increase private sector investments, and strengthen the implementation and scale up of Universal Health Coverage.
The MEL Specialist will report to the Chief of Party, and work closely with the MEL Specialist based in the Home Office (HO) in the US.
Core Responsibilities :
• Develop and execute the MEL Plan for the project.
• Design methodologies and tools to monitor the progress of project activities and outcomes.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures for data collection and quality assurance.
• Regularly update the Project team on the workplan progress implementation in terms of timely achievements of project objectives, deliverables and products.
• Collect, analyze, and report program performance data and indicators for submission to USAID, in close coordination with the technical team and the HO MEL Specialist.
• Lead the data verification process and quality assurance of the data, product and deliverables reported to the Government of Benin and donors.
• Input performance indicators into quarterly and annual reports as needed.
• Lead the integration of both activities into the HO monitoring databases by working closely with the HO MEL Specialist and uploading data as needed.
• Lead the development and implementation of evaluations and assessments, including creating a methodology and data security plan, in coordination with the technical team and subcontractors/consultants.
• Lead documentation of Project activities, best practices and lessons learned.
• Develop presentations and training materials on MEL, program results, and learning sessions.
• Contribute to the development of informational materials about the HFSI and HSS Projects.
• Lead the development of learning questions and a learning agenda.
• Champion the development, facilitation and documentation of learning through quarterly pause and reflect sessions.
• Create data visualizations and PowerPoint presentations to demonstrate project progress, achievements and/or impact.
• Lead the development of tools and best practices for data integrity and security.
• Implement other duties required by the DCOP or COP.
What We Offer :
We foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative total rewards programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits and professional development.
Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment
