Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor

Location: Lusaka, Zambia

Contract: Full-Time

Closing date: Tuesday 12 November 2013

Save the Children is the world's leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children's lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.

We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.6 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.

Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with c14, 000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We're changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.

The role

The Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Advisor will be responsible for all M&E activities for the project and will report to the Chief of Party. The Zambia Orphans and Vulnerable Children System Strengthening Project will support the Government of Zambia to address the needs of Zambia's vulnerable children through strengthened social welfare systems, improved coordination, amongst ministries and enhanced collaboration with civil society, private sector and other critical stakeholders.

Qualifications and experience

Essential * Bachelor's degree in a related field such as Social Studies, Statistics, etc. Master's in Public Health, Social services or related field an added advantage * Minimum of five years of relevant work experience in the health sector, social welfare sector * At least 5 years experience in project monitoring and evaluation for USAID-funded projects in developing countries * Demonstrated experience with USAID (PEPFAR) reporting requirements, indicators and programmatic priorities. * Strong experience in applied research and monitoring and evaluation of one or more of the following areas: HIV/AIDS, health services, social welfare and/or economic strengthening programs * Strong quantitative and qualitative data management and analytical skills, including proficiency in the use of common data management software such as MS Access.

Desirable * Excellent communication skills in English, including report writing * Able to produce thorough, high quality results within a tight timeframe and meet deadlines and deliverables to partners and donors * Demonstrated ability to work with multiple partners on collaborative projects * Previous work experience in Zambia preferred; experience on Sub-Sahara Africa an added advantage. § Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively in team situations § The ability to travel extensively to locations within Zambia as required

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.

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