Project Summary

• The project seeks to improve access to quality, life-saving services and strengthen community resilience through a multi-pronged approach that integrates preventive and curative healthcare, nutritional support, and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) prevention and response in Project LGAs

Job Summary

• The MEL Officer will be responsible for developing and implementing a robust MEL system to track project progress, measure impact, and ensure accountability to beneficiaries and stakeholders. This role requires a strong understanding of MEL principles, data management, and qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. The MEL Officer will play a crucial role in ensuring that the project is data-driven, adaptive, and effective in achieving its intended outcomes.

Roles and Key Responsibilities

MEL System Development and Implementation:

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive MEL plan for the project, aligned with the project’s logical framework and donor requirements.
• Design and implement data collection tools and methodologies, including surveys, focus group discussions, key informant interviews, and routine data collection systems.
• Establish and manage a project database to ensure data quality, accuracy, and security.
• Develop and implement data quality assurance procedures.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data to track project progress, identify trends, and assess impact.
• Prepare regular MEL reports, including progress reports, impact reports, and lessons learned reports, for internal and external stakeholders.
• Present MEL findings to project staff, partners, and stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Maintain a knwledge management system to store and disseminate project-related information.

Accountability:

• Develop and implement accountability mechanisms to ensure that beneficiaries and stakeholders have access to information about the project and can provide feedback and complaints.
• Establish and manage a feedback and complaints mechanism.
• Ensure that beneficiary feedback is used to improve project implementation.

Collaboration and Coordination:

• Work closely with project staff, partners, and stakeholders to ensure that MEL activities are integrated into all aspects of the project.
• Participate in relevant meetings and workshops.

Required Languages:

• English and Hausa required; Fulani, Kanuri and/or other local languages are a plus.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as statistics, economics, public health, social sciences, or international development. A Master’s degree is preferred. A Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Minimum of three years of experience in monitoring, evaluation, and learning, preferably in the context of development projects.
• Strong understanding of MEL principles, data management, and qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
• Experience in designing and implementing MEL systems.
• Proficiency in data analysis software, such as SPSS, STATA ,etc
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in working on projects related to healthcare, nutrition, or GBV prevention is highly desirable.

Skills / Abilities:

• Good relationship management skills and the ability to work closely with local partners, community members and government partners.
• General knowledge of local and state government practices.
• Well-developed knowledge of local community cultures, leaders, customs and practices through prior involvement in the community. 
• Attention to details, accuracy and timeliness in executing assigned responsibilities
• Proactive, results-oriented and service-oriented.
• Versatile in use of MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

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Project Summary

• The project seeks to improve access to quality, life-saving services and strengthen community resilience through a multi-pronged approach that integrates preventive and curative healthcare, nutritional support, and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) prevention and response in Project LGAs

Job Summary

• The MHPSS Specialist will be responsible for developing and implementing culturally appropriate MHPSS interventions, providing training and capacity building to community health workers and other frontline staff, and ensuring the ethical and safe delivery of MHPSS services. This position requires a strong understanding of mental health and psychosocial issues in humanitarian or development contexts, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a commitment to working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.

Roles and Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and support to the project team and partners on all aspects of MHPSS.
• Develop and adapt MHPSS tools, protocols, and training materials to ensure relevance and cultural appropriateness.
• Stay abreast of current best practices and evidence-based interventions in the field of MHPSS.
• Coordinate the implementation of project activities, ensuring adherence to established protocols, guidelines, and best practices.
• Provide direct MHPSS services, including individual and group counseling, as needed.
• Develop and implement community-based MHPSS programs.
• Work closely with community health workers and other frontline staff to integrate MHPSS into their work.
• Coordinate with other project components to ensure the integration of MHPSS into all aspects of the project.
• Ensure all MHPSS activities are gender-sensitive and contribute to GBV prevention and response efforts.
• Develop and implement strategies to identify and support survivors of GBV.
• Train project staff and partners on GBV principles and best practices.

Required Languages:
English and Hausa required; Fulani, Kanuri and/or other local languages are a plus.
Education and Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.   A Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in public health program management, preferably in humanitarian settings
• Strong understanding of mental health and psychosocial issues in vulnerable populations.
• Experience developing and implementing MHPSS programs.
• Experience providing training and capacity building.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience working with GBV survivors is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of relevant international standards and guidelines on MHPSS.

Skills / Abilities:

• Good relationship management skills and the ability to work closely with local partners, community members and government partners.
• General knowledge of local and state government practices.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to humanitarian principles and ethical conduct.
• Cross-cultural sensitivity and adaptability
• Versatile in use of MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

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